Description
The Tilta Hydra Suction Cup Mount is a portable camera mounting system built around a heavy-duty suction cup base — attaching to car windows, smooth vehicle panels, glass surfaces, and other non-porous surfaces. More compact and flexible than the full Hydra Alien arm system, it is ideal for quick-deploy vehicle mount shots.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Mount Type Suction cup base |
Compatible Surfaces Glass, smooth painted metal, non-porous |
| Arm Length Tilta Hydra system arm |
Camera Mount Standard 1/4-20 and 3/8″ thread |
| V-Mount Yes — V-mount battery compatible |
Max Load ~5 kg |
| Suction Mechanism Manual vacuum pump |
Release Quick-release safety lever |
BEST FOR
Rental Tips
Dollies need flat, smooth surfaces to roll on. Walk the path in advance, checking for bumps, cables, or transitions between floor types that could cause a jolt mid-take.
Even a small slope causes the dolly to drift. Use shims, apple boxes, or wedges under the track supports until the bubble level reads true from end to end.
Use tape marks on the track or floor for repeatable moves. When you need to match a dolly move across multiple takes, marks are faster and more consistent than eyeballing it.
Double-check your camera plate lock and safety tether before every take. A camera sliding off a moving dolly is the most expensive mistake on set.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What surface does it work on?
Check the specifications for track or pipe requirements. Our Dana Dolly runs on speedrail pipe — we rent matching pipe sets in various lengths.
What weight can it support?
The rated payload is listed in the specifications above. Include the weight of your camera, head, and any accessories when calculating total load.
Does it come with a tripod head?
Dolly platforms accept standard 75mm or 100mm bowl heads. The head is rented separately — let us know your camera weight and we will recommend the right one.
Rent the Tilta Hydra Suction Cup Mount in Williams Lake, BC — available by appointment from Gear Locker, serving photographers, filmmakers, videographers, wedding professionals, event planners, corporate event coordinators, and production crews across the Cariboo-Chilcotin region.
| Rental Duration | 1 Day, 2 Days, 3 Days, 4 Days, 1 Week, 2 Weeks, 3 Weeks, 1 Month |
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