The Strength of Steel. The Mass of Aluminum. The Precision of 3POD.The B2 aluminum ballhead from 3POD's AB Series employs an advanced damping system for silky smooth movement. The 32mm ball floats in a superhard aluminum shell and is a prime choice for heavy-duty photography projects with a supported payload of up to 17.6 pounds. The smooth movement of the ball itself is controlled with two adjustment knobs, and the panning base features 360 Degree of action with a prominent positioning dial, perfect for techniques like panoramic splicing where exactness is a must.The B2 AB Series can be fastened to a tripod head platform, a reverse center column for various projects, super-clamps and mobile supports or can be used alone as a stable tabletop mount for close-range photography.Locks, locks, and knobs nobs.The included ballhead from 3POD includes an Arca Swiss sliding quick release plate featuring a universal 1/4" mounting screw suitable for cameras of all sizes. The QR plate locks independently to the body of the ballhead for a secure, protective mount. All of the comfort of a tripod head without the overhead to cramp your style or travel ease. Get on the Ball! The ease and immediacy of a BALL HEAD for a tripod. This is the simplest method of camera support on a tripod to position the imagemaking device at the photographer's command choice. Traditionally, tripods are graced with a head that serves to attach a came