Does the center column have any hook to add additional weight to increase stability?
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No - I have looped the camera bag strap around the centr column to add weight. It's surprisingly stable - it is not meant to be a rock solid all purpose tripod. It's for travel - I took it all around Germany/Austria etc. and it did very well - it even kept my 6D w/28-300 L series relatively calm for long night exposures. That being said - it is not rock solid and does better when the legs are not fully extended. Highly recommend for travel - but if you're looking for stability - you're going to have pay much more for some carbon if you're looking to keep weight down and stability at the maximum. Hope this helps... No - I have looped the camera bag strap around the centr column to add weight. It's surprisingly stable - it is not meant to be a rock solid all purpose tripod. It's for travel - I took it all around Germany/Austria etc. and it did very well - it even kept my 6D w/28-300 L series relatively calm for long night exposures. That being said - it is not rock solid and does better when the legs are not fully extended. Highly recommend for travel - but if you're looking for stability - you're going to have pay much more for some carbon if you're looking to keep weight down and stability at the... » Read More No - I have looped the camera bag strap around the centr column to add weight. It's surprisingly stable - it is not meant to be a rock solid all purpose tripod. It's for travel - I took it all around Germany/Austria etc. and it did very well - it even kept my 6D w/28-300 L series relatively calm for long night exposures. That being said - it is not rock solid and does better when the legs are not fully extended. Highly recommend for travel - but if you're looking for stability - you're going to have pay much more for some carbon if you're looking to keep weight down and stability at the maximum. Hope this helps... « Show Less
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No - I have looped the camera bag strap around the centr column to add weight. It's surprisingly stable - it is not meant to be a rock solid all purpose tripod. It's for travel - I took it all around Germany/Austria etc. and it did very well - it even kept my 6D w/28-300 L series relatively calm for long night exposures. That being said - it is not rock solid and does better when the legs are not fully extended. Highly recommend for travel - but if you're looking for stability - you're going to have pay much more for some carbon if you're looking to keep weight down and stability at the maximum. Hope this helps...
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Yes; the legs are actually an inch-or-so away from the inside-edge of the bent-tubular outside frame. The inside-edge of the frame is smooth, though, so it might slip off a smooth hook. The frame runs under the outside-edge of the tabletop all the way around, and is quite strong.
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The user manual does not say. Total loading capacity is 7.0 kg. (15.4 lbs.). With the central column fully extended at 90 degrees, this capacity would be considerably less since the tripod would be badly out of balance. The use of a counterweight would be required and there is a hook installed on the column specifically for this purpose. You would have to experiment with various weights and positions to determine what works best with your equipment. You may also have a problem with vibration with the central column extended since there is a loss of rigidity. I would guess this would be more severe, the heavier the equipment supported. The user manual does not say. Total loading capacity is 7.0 kg. (15.4 lbs.). With the central column fully extended at 90 degrees, this capacity would be considerably less since the tripod would be badly out of balance. The use of a counterweight would be required and there is a hook installed on the column specifically for this purpose. You would have to experiment with various weights and positions to determine what works best with your equipment. You may also have a problem with vibration with the central column extended since there is a loss of rigidity. I would guess this would be more... » Read More The user manual does not say. Total loading capacity is 7.0 kg. (15.4 lbs.). With the central column fully extended at 90 degrees, this capacity would be considerably less since the tripod would be badly out of balance. The use of a counterweight would be required and there is a hook installed on the column specifically for this purpose. You would have to experiment with various weights and positions to determine what works best with your equipment. You may also have a problem with vibration with the central column extended since there is a loss of rigidity. I would guess this would be more severe, the heavier the equipment supported. « Show Less
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Yes. You need to anchor it using something, even if loading with smaller items.
79242
The base if flat and any cable under it would make the unit unstable. If I remember correctly, a cable can be run up the center of the support column.
1923514
Sure. I'm sure that as you put heavier things on, the limit is not the strength of the stand but that eventually it will tip over (in which case you want a boom where you can put a counterweight on the other end).
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I attached mine with a screw and it is adequate. but also gluing it would add strength.
1519976
The instructions indicate that the lower shelf should be positioned as shown in the picture, and this makes the product more stable. You could probably position the shelf a little bit higher, but not much.
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No, the shelves keep the unit from wobbling. You might be able to get by using just 2 shelves. I'd keep looking, I'm sure what you want is available.
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No, this is a freestanding unit And frankly it does not have the structural integrity to support a significant amount of weight. Good luck :-)
2190800
Yes, additional hooks could be added if there is room on the bar after installation.
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Mine did not come with the extra support bars in the middle. I haven't had any issue with it thought.
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Each shelf snaps onto a bar (there are three bars going across each side), so I would say no. Also there is no need for added stability - it seems very sturdy.
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No unless you were to put plywood on top of unit which would pretty much limit the shelf that would be on the bottom unit, but even then i wouldnt recommend for stability purposes. Seville does make higher shelves that are very sturdy.
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It's helpful to stabilize it, but I haven't done that yet. You need it more the higher the hoop is.
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Not that I remember. For the price their not very steardy. Steadying the base is easy, just add more weight. From where the pieces connect theres a lot space.
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Personally, I'd say no because it seems to be much sturdier with all of the columns attached. Before responding to this, I removed a column to verify if it would work -- and it will, BUT it feels much flimsier. Hope this helps!