Fluid Heads
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Arrihead 1

Arrihead 1 | Rec Rental - Wheels Heads

There are two geared heads in circulation from Arri. The ArriHead I and ArriHead II. These are the standard hire geared head on the European market unless sourcing from Panavision.

  • Tilt angle: +-30 degrees, +-90 degrees with tilt plate
  • Tilt plate increments: 13,20,25,30,40,50,60 degrees
  • Camera mounting: touch and go system (quick release)
  • 180mm forward and back Arri bridgeplate (dovetail)
  • Pan/tilt drive: Tilt handle laterally adjusts up to 38 degrees to right 3-speed gear drive, plus neutral wheels with fast-pin removable knob
  • Shipping Weight: 88 pounds (with handwheels & Case)
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Cartoni Lambda 25

Cartoni Lambda 25 | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

The Cartoni Lambda 25, the new innovative and lightweight head, represents the ideal solution for Cameras up the 25 kg (55 lbs).
This head inherits all the classic LAMBDA features with the addition of pan and tilt pierced rotation
axis to allow the cable passage and a no limit multiple 360° rotation.
The patented CARTONI Fluid drag system is continuous on both axis.
The LAMBDA 25 Head can be mounted on any classic support as Tripods or Dollies or used in underslung position from Cranes, Jib arms and Dollies.

Minimum Payload Capacity0 kg
Maximum Payload Capacity25 kg / 55 lbs
Weight12.0 kg / 26.5 lbs
Bowl DiameterFlat base
TypeNodal
Fluid DragContinuous
Pan Range360°
Tilt Range360°
Temperature Range-40°/+60°
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Cartoni Master MK2

Cartoni Master | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

The new Master Mk2 is the ultimate CARTONI Fluid Head designed most specifically for HD applications, Film, ENG & EFP camera systems.
The Mk2 counterbalances very light cameras from 3 Kg (6.6 lbs) all the way to 35 Kg (77.2 lbs) making the Mk2 suitable from the smallest HDV camera to fully loaded RED, Alexa, F65, C300 (etc) cameras with all of the trimmings.
This new CARTONI counterbalance system is an evolution of the patented CARTONI “Wing” system and allows a perfect performance throughout the +/- 90 tilt range, with perfect stops at any angle.
The frictionless variable fluid modules perform a wide variety of fluid drag for the best smooth and precise movement in any shooting situation.
All operating knobs and levers are conveniently located and easy to reach with a special care for user-friendly ergonomics.
The Master Mk2 comes equipped with one telescopic pan bar, standard quick release sliding camera plate, (EuroStyle plate optional) illuminated spirit level and digital readouts for drag and counterbalance settings.
The Mk2 has a flat Mitchell standard base and an available 150mm bowl converter to make the Mk2 suitable for all leg options and Dollies.

Minimum Payload Capacity3 kg / 7 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity35 kg / 77 lbs
Weight8,5 kg / 18,7 lbs
Bowl DiameterFlat
Fluid DragContinuous
CounterbalanceContinuous
Pan Range360°
Tilt Range+/-90°
Temperature Range-40°/+60°
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Cartoni C-40S

Cartoni C 40S | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

The Cartoni C-40S is a heavy duty Fluid Action Head specifically designed to support Film and Studio cameras weighing up to 40 kg (88 lbs). Counterbalance mechanism is activated by an 8-position easy grip selector, while the fl uid control system allows the damping levels to range from “0” for free wheeling to 7 for maximum drag on both pan and tilt modes. Standard features include the quick-release camera plate with safety lock, one adaptable telescopic pan bar and illuminated spirit level. The head comes equipped with a Mitchell flat base.

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O’Connor 2575-D

O'Connor 2575D | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

O’Connor 2575-D – The flagship of OConnor’s Ultimate range of fluid heads.
With its famous features the O’Connor 2575-D fluid head has become the standard for film production. The head includes OConnor’s patented sinusoidal counterbalance system for true, accurate balance at any point in the tilt range. Add to this OConnor’s stepless, ultra-smooth pan & tilt fluid drag, and you’ve got ultimate control and stability for film style shooting.
As the next generation head of the highly successful 2575 series, the 2575D retains a large number of features and functions from the older heads but includes many new features:
Platform controls on the operator’s side of the head Platform release lever with a one touch finger actuated safety release catch – allowing for one “finger” or hand action to undo the safety catch and open the lever Dual platform scales Platform with 4 handle rosettes Soft hand rest on left hand side

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O’Connor 2560

O'Connor 2560 | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

O’Connor introduces the 2575’s baby brother…the O’Connor 2560. Perfectly suited to the adaptable, a la carte configurations of accessorised digital cinematography. Cameras such as the Alexa in portable configuration or any lightweight digital cinema camera (from Sony, Canon, ARRI, AJA, JVC, Panasonic, Vision Research, RED) in ‘maxed out’ studio configuration. O’Connor 2560 have been used on almost every Hollywood movie feature and episodic TV Drama since the early 1990’s and OConnor heads in general have been heavily utilised in the industry since 1949.

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Cartoni Master 40

Cartoni Maxima 40 | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

The Cartoni Master 40 is the ideal support for Broadcast Camera configurations up to 40 kg (88lbs). It features an amazingly smooth patented counterbalance system and the superb thin plates fluid drag.
The Master 40 controls, knobs and levers, are ergonomically placed to ensure camera operators complete ease-of-use in any situation, whether in the studio, location or during outside broadcasts while drag and counterbalance systems are monitored on a digital display.
Payload capacity goes from zero (0) to 40 Kg (88 lbs) with a perfect balance throughout the entire 180° tilt range.
The specifically designed continuous Fluid Drag System performs from almost freewheeling to extremely consistent drag for maximum versatility.
It features a V wedge plate for box lenses interface, installed on a wide sliding platform for perfect centering of the Camera.
Extremely rugged and precise, the Master 40 is meant to become the ultimate industry standard.

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O’Connor 2575-C

O'Connor 2575C | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

The O’Connor 2575-C Ultimate is the pinnacle of true fluid head design. With a payload capacity of up to 133.0 lbs (60.5 kg) it is just the right choice for large studio or EFP camera payloads requiring precision handling. This head continuously variable dual-axis sinusoidal counterbalance for finger-tip camera control throughout the 180° tilt range, and continuously variable fluid drag to suit any shooting style. The top stage slides to accommodate uneven payloads due to heavy lenses or magazines, and has a 120mm euro quick-release for rapid setups and take-downs. As one might expect from a fluid head of this caliber, the O’Connor 2575-C is covered by an unbeatable 5-year warranty for parts and labor as well as friendly, competent technical support.

  • Continuously variable dual-axis sinusoidal counterbalance provides finger-tip control throughout the entire tilt range for payloads up to 133.0 lbs (60.5 kg)
  • Sliding camera plate helps balance lopsided payloads due to heavy lenses or large magazines
  • Continuously variable true fluid drag provides just the right amount of drag for any style of shooting
  • Illuminated bubble level facilitates efficient, precise setups in any working conditions
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Cartoni Maxima 30

Cartoni Maxima 30 | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

The Cartoni Maxima 30 includes all the advantages of the famed Cartoni Maxima Fluid Head but in a more compact size at a reduced weight of 10,5 kg (23 lbs).
For ease of use a digital read out indicates counterbalance, Pan & Tilt fluid settings at a glance and the bubble level is illuminated. To make the Cartoni Maxima 30 completely user friendly, the Pan & Tilt brakes are conveniently placed on the left side of the head as the camera plate latch, which can be activated with one hand both to disengage the new safety lock and free the camera plate completely.
The camera plate stage accepts all industry standard plates as ARRI, RED, etc. with a sliding run of 140mm clearly referenced by a scale; It also features 4 rosettes attachment for Pan bars and the standard configuration comes with right telescopic pan bar and a left front pan handle. Front box attachment and eyepiece extension holders are optional.

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Cartoni Sigma

Cartoni Sigma | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

The Cartoni Sigma has a continuously variable counterbalance system, that is ideally suited to operate with cameras featuring a high center of gravity and weighing from 45 – 100lbs. The frictionless damping modules, features a new patented “planetary” design, which provides for extraordinary performances over an extended temperature range, with smooth and precise movements together with a linear response in any critical environment. And for ease of use the counterbalance and damping system are connected to easy-to-read digital readouts, allowing quick set up even in low light situations. The Cartoni Sigma interfaces directly with any Mitchell or 150mm bowl base and can be easily mounted on top of all existing pedestals featuring the 4-hole bores. Comes provided with an integral soft grip-carrying handle, two telescopic pan bars and illuminated spirit level..

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Cartoni Lambda

Cartoni Lamda | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

The Award winning Cartoni Lambda Nodal Head is the only Support that allows to set the nodal position with any camera and pivoting 360° on the focal plan of any camera. The settings are achieved by graduated slides both horizontally and ver cally with micrometric cranks for extreme precision. A smart system of orientable counterweight rods can be used when the slide run is not su cient. This Cartoni head can be mounted on any classic support as Tripods or Dollies or used in underslung position from Cranes and Jib arms. Optional accessories as 3rd Axis, the orientable pan bar, steering wheel, eyepiece holder and the counterweight rods complete the most versatile of supports.

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C 40S Dutch Head

Cartoni Dutch | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

This special accessory has been conceived to add a 3rd axis to a standard Fluid Head and allow the lateral movement called “Dutch angle”, enhancing special effects. Cartoni C 40S Dutch Head is designed to make exceptionally smooth side-tilt effects simple and straightforward to execute. The Dutch Heads integrates the award winning CARTONI fluid module in progression from “0” to 7 intensity. The counterbalance system features the 7 step spring mechanism. The CARTONI C 40S Dutch Head interface directly with the quick release plate on any camera support head featuring the European style quick release plate or can be attached by 2 3/8″ screws.
A special telescopic orientable pan bar completes the equipment.

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Cartoni Focus 18

Cartoni Focus 18 | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

Built of magnesium alloy and aluminum This fluid head is specifically designed for ENG digital camcorders weighing from 6 to 18 kg (13,2 to 40 lbs).
The brand employed the latest in design technology to offer a Fluid Head which is extremely rugged, lightweight and cost-effective.
Cartoni Focus 18 offers a host of advanced features including infinitely adjustable tension settings, Euro-style quick release camera plate and switchable illuminated bubble level.
The award-winning, patented Fluid dampening system ensures consistent drag levels and smooth camera movements throughout the range.
Featuring an infinitely variable counterbalance with easily-readable numerical reference, the 18 provides excellent performances at any tilt angle from +90 to -70 degrees (-90 with sliding base plate).
This Head interfaces with all 100 mm bowl base tripods.

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Cartoni Gamma

Cartoni Gamma | Rec Rental - Fluid Heads

Safe and reliable, the Cartoni Gamma support is specifically designed for ENG configurations up to 16 Kg (35 lbs).

Featuring an infinitely variable counterbalance system with easy readable numerical reference, the Gamma provides excellent performances at any angle from + 90 to –70 degrees. For additional tilt matching the –90° angle, an ultra light sliding plate is available (view Gamma 90°).

A host of advanced features make this Fluid Head a bestseller in its range including infinitely adjustable drag settings, camera quick release system and illuminated spirit level.

The Cartoni Gamma head interfaces with a wide range of 100 mm bowl tripods both in aluminum or carbon fiber with either single or double stage extension.

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