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SER.1 TRAVELER CENTRE BALL

item #:GH1781T

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The GH1781T is a 'simplified' centre ball head, specifically conceived for travelling. This new head combines lightweight and compactness with a lot of the innovative features. First of all the ball is the revolutionary Gitzo patent pending 'Bubble Ball' PTFE treated, mounted on PTFE bushings. Apart from the dramatic weight reduction achieved, this beautiful sphere guarantees an exceptionally smooth operation.

specs
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	Color	noir décor noir décor
	front tilt	+100° / -30° head tilt +100° / -30° head tilt
	series	1 1
	material	aluminum aluminum
	plate type	quick release - with 1/4" screw quick release - with 1/4" screw
	panoramic rotation	360 ° 360 °
	lateral tilt	+100° / -30° head tilt +100° / -30° head tilt
	working height	8.0 cm 3.15 in
	weight	0.22 kg 0.49 lbs
	load capacity	6 kg 13.23 lbs

features

	safe grip Safe Grip is a material that gives a safer lock between your camera and the head plate, preventing the camera from moving or slipping. It is used on quick release plates and in applications where the camera equipment is screwed to the support to reduce pivoting and twisting.
	safe lock Safe Lock is a special techno polymer that maximises locking torque and equipment stabilisation. It is used on the upper discs of tripods and heads, and in applications where the equipment is rotated and screwed onto the support to eliminate micro movements and vibration.
	double quick release safety system The system consists of two pins, one fixed and one manually operated by means of a button, that prevent camera equipment from suddenly dropping out of the head when the quick release locking knob is released. Extremely useful with heavy equipment, long lenses and spotting scopes.
	bubble ball Gitzo has now developed a new exclusive technology that enables us to produce high quality, completely round hollow spheres, with a ultra thin wall, for an incredible weight reduction. Gitzo Bubble Ball also features a perfected PTFE treatment that further reduces the surface micro roughness for the ultimate shooting experience and accuracy.
	magnesium In 1996 Gitzo was the first to use Magnesium in camera supports. Magnesium comes in different grades and Gitzoonly uses material of the highest grade quality. It offers significant weight savings being 30% lighter than aluminum.In our magnesium casting every functional bolt and screw works on threads reinforced by high quality steel inserts for a lifetime performance.
	PTFE – smooth as silk PTFE is a special treatment that generates a unique ultra smooth surface and dramatically reduces friction between moving parts. This treatment bonds strongly with metal surfaces and ensures long-lasting performance. PTFE is one of the lowest-friction materials known to science, with the same friction coefficient as melting ice. This treatment is now applied not only to ball heads, but also to plates, video bowls and other sliding parts for smooth, precise and fine movements.