BlackRapid Introduces Arca-Style Plates & Locking Bert Extender

From BlackRapid:

TRIPOD PLATES 50/70

Replace an existing arca-compatible plate with the Tripod Plate 50 or 70. This product allows you to switch from your tripod to your R-strap effortlessly, without having to unscrew the plate. Comes with our FastenR Tripod screw and fits all 1/4-20 sockets. It is available in two sizes 50 and 70mm.

Technical Specifications

Plate:

• High grade aluminum alloy
• Lengths: 50mm | 70mm
• Width: 40mm
• Weight: 31g | 40g

FastenR Tripod (FR-T1):

• Stainless steel
• Length: 1.4cm
• Length of screw: 0.8cm
• Width of handle: 2.5cm
• Width of screw cap: 1.5cm
• Net Weight: 14g

LOCKING BERT EXTENDER

BlackRapid’s Locking Bert extender is a great solution to lengthen your R-Strap. This option lets you add an extra 15 inches (38cm) on your sling to ensure the best fit. Comes in a locking version and a Non-locking (original) version for Curves and Doubles without the locking buckle on the back.

Technical Specifications

• Black: 2.5cm (1”) Nylon Webbing
• Orange: 2.5cm (1”) Polypropane Webbing
• Length: 38cm (15”)
• Net Weight: 23g

B&H has the BlackRapid Arca-Style Tripod Plates and Locking Buckle Bert Camera Strap Extension available for preorder.

If you already have an Arca-style L-bracket on your camera, you can use this method to make it compatible with a BlackRapid strap. [Sean]