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Replacement springs for camera arms: colors, weight ranges, and availability
22 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Spring color coding indicates load capacity, with red springs rated for approximately 37 pounds, green for 40 pounds, blue for 45 pounds, black for 51 pounds, and gold for 54 pounds of load.
- The 3A standard arm accommodates springs rated between 37 and 57 pounds of load capacity.
- Multiple service providers offer arm and spring maintenance, upgrades, and modifications for professional camera support equipment.
- Springs can fail after extended use on aging equipment, and replacement springs are available from specialized vendors.
- In some cases, springs from higher-capacity master arms can be substituted into 3A arms to achieve greater load capacity beyond the standard range.
Depends on
- Weight ratings have a tolerance of plus or minus 2.5 pounds.
- The discussion mentions specific vendors and service providers from 2004, so current availability and contact information may have changed.
- The information covers specific arm models (3A, EFP, Master Broadcast, Master Film/Elite) and may not apply to other equipment.