Aven Tools 26800B-558-412 18" Flex Arm With 360° Swivel Head and Magnetic Base
Aven Tools 26800B-558-412 18" Flex Arm With 360° Swivel Head and Magnetic Base
The Aven Tools 26800B-558-412 is an 18-inch flexible-arm stand with a 360° ball-joint swivel head and attached magnetic base. Bend the arm to position your inspection camera higher or lower, rotate the head to the viewing angle you need, and lock the head in place. Its universal 1/4-20 screw mount supports compatible inspection cameras, consumer cameras and Aven Cyclops digital microscopes.
Best Uses / Applications
- Positioning compatible inspection cameras for bench-top component viewing.
- Supporting a Cyclops digital microscope in a flexible inspection setup.
- Changing camera height and viewing angle around a workpiece.
- Mounting compatible cameras on suitable magnetic work surfaces without a table-edge clamp.
Key Features
- 18-inch flexible arm that bends and stays in the selected position.
- 360° rotating ball-joint head with position locking.
- Universal 1/4-20 screw mount for compatible cameras and Cyclops digital microscopes.
- Attached magnetic base for mounting on suitable magnetically receptive metal surfaces.
- Flexible camera positioning for different inspection angles.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / SKU | Aven Tools / 26800B-558-412 |
| Stand type | Flexible arm with magnetic base |
| Arm length / reach | 18 inches |
| Head | Ball-joint swivel head; 360° rotation with position locking |
| Screw mount | 1/4-20 in the product description; listed as 1/4 inch in the specification table |
| Equipment compatibility | Compatible inspection cameras, consumer cameras and Aven Cyclops digital microscopes |
| Base attachment | Magnetic |
| Magnetic base size | Manufacturer information conflicts: details and features list 3 inches; specification table lists 2 inches. Confirm with Aven if base size is critical. |
Choosing a Mounting Setup
| Option | Selection consideration |
|---|---|
| This magnetic flex-arm stand | Flexible positioning and angle adjustment on a suitable magnetic work surface. |
| Table-clamp stand | Consider when a table edge is available but the work surface cannot hold a magnetic base. |
| Rigid post or boom stand | Consider when a rigid stand structure better suits the inspection task; verify the camera mount and load requirements. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flexible arm?
Aven lists an 18-inch arm and reach, allowing the camera to be positioned higher or lower as the inspection setup requires.
Can I rotate and lock the viewing head?
Yes. The ball-joint head rotates through 360°. Select the required viewing position and lock the head in place.
What screw mount does it use?
The product description specifies a universal 1/4-20 screw mount. Confirm that your camera or microscope has a compatible mounting connection.
Does it work with Aven Cyclops microscopes?
Yes. Aven explicitly lists Cyclops digital microscopes among the compatible equipment, along with many inspection and consumer cameras.
Will the magnetic base attach to any metal surface?
A magnetic base requires a magnetically receptive surface. Metal alone does not guarantee attachment; verify that your intended mounting surface holds the base securely.
Is the magnetic base 2 inches or 3 inches?
Aven's details and features describe a 3-inch base, but its specification table lists 2 inches. Confirm the actual size with Aven before purchase if your setup requires an exact footprint.
Is a camera or microscope included?
This listing is for the flexible-arm stand with swivel head and magnetic base, not a complete camera or microscope system.
California Proposition 65 Warning
This product can expose you to chemicals including Diisononyl Phthalate (DINP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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