Hejnar Photo – Manfrotto MHXPRO-3W 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head Arca-Swiss Conversion Set
Arca-Swiss Conversion Kit with F62b Clamp for Manfrotto MHXPRO-3W 3-Way Head
The Hejnar Photo MHXPRO-3W Arca-Swiss Conversion Set is a precision-engineered upgrade that modernizes your Manfrotto 3-way pan/tilt head. This complete system includes a custom-designed adapter plate and a high-performance F62b Quick Release Clamp. Built for photographers who require Arca-type flexibility for architectural, macro, and landscape photography, this kit eliminates the "play" of proprietary RC2 systems. Proudly CNC-machined in the USA from solid 6061-T6 aluminum, it provides an unyielding foundation for professional gear.
💡 Custom Knob Options: If you prefer a long black, short black, or short silver knob instead of the standard F62b black knob, please specify your choice in the comment box during checkout.
SAE Technical Specifications
- Compatibility: Exclusively designed for the Manfrotto MHXPRO-3W 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head.
- Plate Dimensions: 2.65" Long x 2.375" Wide x 5/8" Thick.
- Clamp Specs (F62b): 2.375" length; captive, dust-resistant knob.
- Flexible Mounting: Position the clamp in 90-degree increments for ideal ergonomic control.
- Anti-Twist Security: Tapped for two or three mounting screws to ensure maximum stability.
- Material: CNC-machined solid 6061-T6 Aircraft-Grade Aluminum.
- Finish: Durable black hard-coat anodized surface.
- Manufacturing: Designed, machined, and quality-tested in the USA.
Detailed Installation Instructions
Modernize your camera support platform in just a few simple steps:
- Disassemble Original Platform: Safely remove the factory Manfrotto RC2 quick-release assembly from the head stem.
- Attach the Arca-Swiss Clamp: Orient the included F62b clamp to your preferred angle and fasten it firmly to the Hejnar conversion plate.
- Final Assembly: Secure the adapter plate (with clamp attached) to the Manfrotto head stem using the supplied industrial-grade hardware.
Quick Overview & Key Features
- Complete Conversion Kit: Includes both the custom conversion plate and the F62b quick-release clamp.
- Universal Arca Standard: Works with L-brackets and plates from RRS, Kirk, Wimberley, and Markins.
- Modular Ergonomics: Reposition the clamp knob (left, right, front, or back) to avoid interference with camera cables.
- Improved Payload Stability: Replaces factory components with a rigid metal bridge to minimize vibration during long exposures.
Comprehensive Product Description
The Hejnar Photo MHXPRO-3W Arca-Swiss Conversion Kit is the definitive solution for photographers seeking the precision of a 3-way head combined with the modular flexibility of the Arca-Swiss ecosystem. By converting your MHXPRO-3W, you eliminate the shifting often found in stock Manfrotto systems, ensuring your framing remains perfectly frozen in place.
This bundled upgrade is built to handle professional equipment loads, from large-format architectural rigs to heavy telephoto lenses. The 6061-T6 aluminum construction prevents the moving jaw from hinging backward during clamping, maintaining perfect alignment with the geometry of your plate. With full 90-degree rotational mounting freedom, you can instantly align the clamp knob to your preferred ergonomic position.
Proudly made in the USA, this component delivers the mechanical reliability and rigorous tolerances that professional shooters demand from Hejnar Photo hardware. It is an intelligent, high-value investment that modernizes your existing field tripod support architecture.
Plate Specifications: - 2.65 inches long
- 2.375 inches wide
- 5/8 inches thick
- One 1/4-20 tapped hole
- Four 10-32 tapped holes placed around the 1/4-20 hold in 90 degree increments
- Hole to hole mounting distance between 10-32 holes is 30 mm.
- Precision C.N.C. machined from 6061-T6 Aluminium
- Black hard coat anodized surface
- Made in USA
Clamp Specifications:
- 2.375 inch long
- Weight 3.6 oz (103g)
- Tongue-in-pocket Design - Clamps have a tongue-in-pocket design that protects internal parts from dust and grit. It does prevent the tendency of the moving jaw to hinge backward during clamping, It keeps the jaws aligned with the geometry of the plate and eliminating unwanted bending forces on the threaded stud.
- Precision C.N.C. machined from 6061-T6 Aluminium
- Compatible with Kirk, R.R.S.and many other Arca style Quick release plates.
- Stainless steel hardware.
- Black hard coat anodized surface
- Made in USA
- *If you would like the clamp to have a different knob (long black, short black, or short silver) please state so in the comment box when checking out.*
One adapter plate One F62b clamp One 1/4-20 - 3/4 flat head screw One 1/4-20 -7/8 flat head screw One 1/4-20 -3/4 button screw Two 10-32 screws Hex wrenches for 1/4-20 screw, 10-32 screws, and original level screw
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