The Hejnar Photo M2 Series Dovetail is a specialized modular component engineered exclusively for the M2 rail architecture. This plate allows photographers to expand the functionality of their M2 rails, providing a precision-matched Arca-Swiss compatible mounting surface. Whether you are building a multi-axis macro rig or a custom panoramic system, this dovetail ensures a seamless, rock-solid connection. Proudly CNC-machined in the USA, this hardware is the essential building block for the updated M2 professional standard.

SAE Technical Specifications

• Compatibility: Exclusive to Hejnar Photo M2 Series Rails.
• Mounting Interface: Standard Arca-Swiss Double Dovetail profile.
• Material: CNC-machined solid 6061-T6 Aluminum.
• Finish: Black hard-coat anodized for superior wear and corrosion resistance.
• Hardware: Compatible with M2 series mounting screws (sold separately).
• Manufacturing: Designed and manufactured in the USA.

Quick Overview & Key Features

• M2-Specific Engineering: Machined to the exact tolerances of the M2 series to prevent play or misalignment in complex rigs.
• Modular Versatility: Enables the conversion of single-sided rails into bidirectional Arca-Swiss mounting platforms.
• High-Strength Construction: Solid aircraft-grade aluminum provides the rigidity needed for heavy professional camera setups.
• Universal Arca Compatibility: Fits all standard quick-release clamps from RRS, Kirk, Wimberley, and Markins.
• Low Profile Design: Maintains a slim equipment footprint while providing maximum clamping surface area.

Detailed Product Description

The Hejnar Photo M2 Series Dovetail is the cornerstone of a modular rail system. As photographers move toward more specialized setups for focus stacking and multi-row panoramas, the ability to customize rail surfaces becomes paramount. This dovetail is designed to be bolted directly to M2 series rails, effectively adding an Arca-Swiss mounting point exactly where your configuration requires it.

Reliability is baked into the machining. By using 6061-T6 aluminum and a black hard-coat anodized finish, this dovetail plate resists the typical scratching and gouging associated with frequent clamping and unclamping. When used in conjunction with M2 series rails, it creates a unified system that outperforms generic, "one-size-fits-all" mounting solutions.

Whether you are a studio-based product photographer or a landscape enthusiast working in harsh field conditions, the M2 Series Dovetail provides the structural integrity and precision alignment that define the Hejnar Photo brand. Note: This component is specifically designed for the M2 series and is not compatible with older M1 series rails.