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FAR Laboratories 2009

Dyna Pod II-18

Tripod System

The Dyna Pod is a type of tripod based on R. Buckminster Fuller’s Tensegrity design, in that is uses

tension to give it it's strength and light weight.

It is designed to be portable, and used where you would not even consider a regualr tripod- UNDER

WATER!

It can also be left out on a mountain top for years without being affected by the elements.

It is made of (ISOFR Isophthalic Polyester) Resin glass fiber pipe, which is almost as strong as carbon

fiber pipe:, and almost as lightweight as carbon fiber, but lower in cost. Stainless steel cables and

hardware, platinum silicon and Polypropylene fittings and two aluminum couplings. The Dyna Pod II-18

can be ordered with optional stainless coupling, at added cost and weight)

available Soon

Specifications

Weight- 3 pounds 5 ounces ( about the same weight as a 1.5 liter water botle)

Height at mounting stud- 47.25"

Temperature range -50 to 212 degree Fahrenheit ( -48 to 100 Celsius; you can use it in boiling water)

UV Resistance- High

Chemical resistance-

Salt water- no effect (you can use it underwater- the legs can also be filled with ballast for better support

and buoyancy)

Organic solvents- good, but test before use.

Acid or caustic exposure- good except for two aluminum couplings that can be replaced with stainless

steel ones

Flammability- self extinguishing

Carrying weight- 12 to 50 pounds. (the amount of weight it can carry is based on the level of rigidity

you need)

Attachment method- 1/4-20 stud on a 3" round disk

Visual and wind silhouette- Low

The DynaPod disassembles to 8 parts. The largest part is

18" long. While it is disassembled, it is virtually indestructible.

For ease of backpacking you can put the parts in different

places, no need for padded compartments.

Parts list-

Mast section #1 18" x 1"

(4) legs 18"x1"

Head Assembly 3” Diameter

Hub 2” Diameter

Cable harness

Nylon carrying bag

(Dyna Pod II-18 is the one on the right)

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