V Clamp (Large)

V Clamp has two versions: V3 full clamp and V3 lite clamp

Difference between the two:

  • V3 full clamp is developed for quick adjusting scope, and quick swapping taking lens

  • FMJ-16 requires V3 full clamp to function properly

  • If you don't need FMJ-16, V3 lite clamp is your choice

  • You can upgrade V3 lite clamp to V3 full clamp by purchasing the rear 77mm adapter & rear lock ring set, Part 0012b HERE


V3 full clamp features:

1: Support quick change of taking lens. With a detachable rear 77mm adapter, now it is a lot easier to change taking lens. An example is shown below.

2: Ready to interface with Rapido FMJ & RMJ to build an integrated lens. The front of the V3 clamp has 82mm male thread, which screws into the back of Rapido FMJ, the rear side has standard 77mm male thread, interface with Rapido RMJ.

3: Ensure a correct orientation when building an integrated lens with Rapido FMJ and RMJ.

4. Reusable clamp for different anamorphic lens. Check here to see supported anamorphic lens and recommended clamp package.

5. Support beam interfaces with 15mm rod support (part 0006)

The V clamp has two versions:

1: V3 full clamp, includes following items:

  • Front lock ring

  • External ring

  • Internal ring

  • Rear lock ring

  • Rear 77mm adapter

  • Support beam

  • Hex keys & screws

2: V3 lite clamp, includes following items:

  • Front lock ring

  • External ring

  • Internal ring

  • Support beam

  • Hex keys & screws

V3 Lite clamp can be upgraded to V3 Full by purchasing the rear 77mm adapter & rear lock ring set, Part 0012b HERE.

How to quick change taking lens with V3 clamp?

1): Loosen the thumb screw on the rear lock ring, and unscrew the rear lock ring till the rear lock ring comes off from V3 external ring.

2): Tighten the thumb screw on the rear lock ring, and screw the rear 77mm adapter along with the rear lock ring onto a new taking lens, and mount this new lens onto the camera

3): Loosen the thumb screw on the rear lock ring, and screw the rear lock ring onto the V3 external ring till the taking lens is securely lock down with the V3 clamp. Then it's done.