Total Station Instrument Aluminum Tripods with Twist and Quick Clamp Survey Levelling Tripods

Model: ATT-F3

Specifications:

Aluminum Tripods Highlights:

1. Twist and Quick Clamp Dual Lock

2. Standard 5/8"X 11 core screw

3. Flat Head

4. Aluminum body

5. Ideal for Theodolites and total stations.

6. 102cm~165cm

7. Shoulder Strap Included

8. Color is optional

9. Electrostatic powder-painted casting for a durable and long lasting finish

Wood, Fiberglass or Aluminum?

When purchasing a Construction or Surveying Grade Tripod there are several different options to chose from, the material, the head, the clamps, and these are just standard options. The type of surveying tripod you need to buy will depend on the instrument it will support and the work conditions or environment. With this article, we have put together helpful information to assist in deciding what the best options are to meet your needs.

The most common materials for surveying tripod legs are aluminum, wood, and fiberglass.

Wood is the most traditional material for tripods and is also the most stable, as wood is not highly affected by temperature changes. Make sure to get a wooden tripod with a good protective coating. Plastic coating is preferred, but both plastic and paint coatings will work well. Wooden tripods are most ideal for extended setups, and will have the least variance over the course of the set up.

Aluminum tripods are usually inexpensive and lightweight, making it ideal for light use when set-ups are often changed. Aluminum is not affected by humidity. Being a metal, aluminum can slightly expand and contract due to temperature changes. Aluminum tripods provide the most ideal for setups that only last a short period of time, say an hour or less. Aluminum tripods are more economical, light-weight, and also long-lasting. They are ideal for leveling applications.

Fiberglass is one of the most popular choices of surveying tripods. Fiberglass tripods are fiber reinforced material that has minimal variance due to temperature changes. Fiberglass is resistant to the elements and provides a very strong and long-lasting surveying tripod.