2010Gimbal forum
Finding or creating wrap grip solutions for 2-inch gimbal posts in low mode operation
16 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Integrated grips are standard on modern gimbals for 2-inch posts in high mode, making dedicated wrap grips primarily useful for low mode operation.
- Existing oversized wrap grips typically measure around 2 to 2.25 inches in diameter, designed for earlier gimbal models that lacked integrated grips.
- Contact with equipment manufacturers can potentially result in custom shortened wrap grips, though this requires removing the gimbal and associated equipment for installation.
- Alternative grip solutions include using docking rings with non-slip tape or obtaining older auto docking rings and stacking them with added grip material.
- A local machinist can create a custom wrap grip by modifying an existing professional-grade wrap grip to fit a 2-inch post.
Depends on
- No commercial off-the-shelf wrap grip specifically designed for 2-inch posts in low mode was identified at the time of discussion.
- Custom modifications require removing the gimbal, monitor arm, and electronics, making installation labor-intensive.
- The 2-inch post diameter makes the grip relatively wide compared to alternatives, which some operators may find less comfortable.
- Some proposed alternatives such as taped docking rings are described as less refined solutions.
- Demand for this specific product may be limited, which explains the lack of commercial availability.
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