The Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with Ball Head CT-3586 BZ-226Tfrom Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with Ball Head CT-3586 BZ-226Tis a lightweight five-section support, which has twist locks that open with just a quarter turn, and each section extends along with the one-section center column to a maximum height of 62.5". With its three variable leg angles, it allows you to splay the legs out and replace the regular center column with the included low-angle center column, so the tripod can go to a minimum height of 8.5".

To store or transport the tripod, the legs fold in the reverse to a compact 16.6". Furthermore, one leg is detachable and can convert into a working monopod with a maximum height of 65.2". Each rubber foot retracts back to expose a metal spike that can be wedged into softer terrain for extra support and stability.

The Arca-type BZ-226T ball head, which includes the QR-20 quick release plate, can support cameras that weigh up to 27 lb, and it easily positions the camera at a 90° angle because of the cut notch on the side of the head. There are three knobs on the ball head; one to control the movement of the ball, the second allows you to rotate and pan a full 360°, and the distinguishable knob in the middle of the other two knobs enables you to dial-in more tension to the ball. Thus, the drag of the ball is intensified and less creep is involved if more weight is added.

Load Capacity: 27 lb    Maximum Height: 62.5"    Minimum Height: 8.4"    Folded Length: 16.6"    Leg Sections: 5    Weight: 4 lb    Reverse-Folding Carbon Fiber Legs    Detachable Leg Converts into Monopod    BZ-226T Ball Head & Arca-Type QR Plate

The lightweight carbon fiber telescoping legs open and close by turning the twist locks a quarter turn, and the legs fold in the reverse to a compact 16.6" tripod for storage or transport.

With the tripod's variable leg angles, it can adjust to three angles and splay its legs out completely to a minimum height of 8.4".

The rapid center column, which is reversible, extends and locks into place via its twist lock. An included low-angle center column allows you to get those macro shots that are close to the ground.

The tripod's detachable leg converts into a working monopod with a maximum height of 65.2".

The Arca-type BZ-226T ball head, which includes the QR-20 quick release plate, can support cameras that weigh up to 27 lb. The head features three knobs, one to control the movement of the ball, one for the pan, and the tension control knob to add or decrease drag on the ball.

The integrated bubble level on the ball head enables your to accurately align you horizon within the camera's viewfinder.

The retractable rubber feet expose spikes that can be driven into softer terrain to add stability and rigidness to the tripod.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How tall is the tripod with the center column not extended?

A: Oben AT-3586 Aluminum Travel Tripod and Triple Action BZ-226T Ball Head has a 54" maximum height without center column extended.

Q: 2. Will tripod head work with RRS camera plate? Will tripod head work with RRS camera plate?

A: This tripod head accepts Arca-Type QR Plates. You will need to make sure that the particular plate you are using is Arca Compatible, many of them from Really Right Stuff are.

Q: 3. Can I use RRS camera base plate or Wimberly lens plate with this head ?

A: Yes, the RRS plate is Arca Style and the Oben head is as well.

Q: 4. Just bought this tripod/head arrangement but the bubble level was not accurate. Leveled the tripod, mounted the camera and took a photo. Horizontal level is way off. I carefully re-centered the bubble level and then placed a torpedo level on the camera mount plate; the bubble on the tornado level was significantly off. I replaced the first tripod with a second one and the agreement between the torpedo and built-in bubble levels was worse on the second tripod. My photos are more accurate if I level the camera by eye than rely on the bubble level. This is my first tripod with a bubble level. Are they all this unreliable or is there a calibration I'm missing?

A: To my knowledge, the bubble level on the Oben Oben AT-3586 Aluminum Tripod does not allow user calibration. That being said, there should be two bubble levels on the Oben BZ-226T ball head; one on the top of the quick release clamp, and one in the center of the locking knob on the quick release clamp. You should be using both levels in tandem to ensure the camera is level, which should level the camera both horizontally and vertically. If you feel the bubble levels are not seated properly and not giving an accurate level position, I would recommend contacting the manufacturer directly either by e-mailing them at info@obensupports.com or you may call them at (212) 594-2120 Monday thru Thursday between 9:00AM - 6:00PM EST. The tripod comes with a Limited 5-Year Warranty from Oben. I have not heard of the above complaint as being wide-spread, but if the tripod was purchased within the last 30 days, you may contact our Customer Service Department to return the tripod for an exchange or a refund, but I recommend contacting Oben directly as they may be able to determine if there is either an issue with the particular tripod or a particular batch of tripods, or if it may just be with the tripods you received.

Q: 5. How does the included ball head compare to the BE-117?

A: The Oben Triple Action BZ-226T Ball Head is not sold separately. It has a stronger ball than BE-117. It's load capacity is 27 lb, the width is 48mm and it has a third tension knob to control the amount of friction for the ball head knob in order to maintain strict control of the movement.

Q: 6. is the center column removable?

A: Yes it can!

Q: 7. Just bought this and love it but wondering if there is some kind of pan arm that will fit on this to make panning and tilting easier?

A: No, you will need to purchase a pan head .

Q: 8. Will this tripod support a 450mm lens with camera attached?

A: Yes this has Load Capacity: 27 lb

Q: 9. What other ball heads will fit the AT-3586?

A: Technically, the BZ-226 can be replaced by any ballhead using a 3/8"-16 screw thread. However, the BZ226 included with the AT-3586 is the most convenient because it's size/diameter does not interfere with the tripod's reverse-folding mechanism during travel.

Q: 10. can I use my oben G H 30 gimbel head with this tripod?

A: Yes you can remove the ball head and attach the Oben GH-30 Gimbal Head.