RE: [EXT] XRF set up for use on side arm
MacKenzie, Mark, DCA
Good afternoon Ainslie.
Sorry it took so long to get back to you. It actually took some time to find my original order info and update it.
I remember when doing this that I had to look long and hard to find the right pieces. But that was more making sure that they would work together for what I needed.
Here are the pieces I used:
- Vortex Optics Picatinny Rail Tripod Mount https://www.amazon.com/Vortex-Optics-PTM-Tripod-Adapter/dp/B000FSGHZ4 $24.96
- Oben QR-20 Quick Release Plate https://www.amazon.com/Oben-QR-20-Quick-Release-Plate/dp/B005GMWCBM $23.99
- Oben 3/8""-16 to 1/4""-20 Reducer Bushing https://www.amazon.com/Oben-16-20-Reducer-Bushing/dp/B01KMKTAQW?th=1 2-pack $4.74, you may not need these depending upon the tripod/side arm you are using
- Vanguard Alta BH-100 Ball Head https://www.amazon.com/Vanguard-Alta-BH-100-Ball-Head/dp/B071RGZ2Y6 $65.17 I found this ball head to be quite readily adjustable and very, very sturdy. It held our 5i rigidly and securely in both horizontal and vertical orientations. If you want more security there are three mover in the line but each heavier/sturdier than the previous one.
- Tripod side arm. I had one already but this one should work nicely: Manfrotto 131D Side Arm for Tripods with 2 heads on 90- Degree https://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-131D-Tripods-heads-Degree/dp/B001FRO1VQ As this requires a 3/8 inch on the tripod it mounts to you should size your tripod accordingly.
As I thought the list might be interested in this information too I have cc’d it. I hope you don’t mind.
Mark MacKenzie, Chief Conservator
Dir. Museums of New Mexico-Conservation
Unit of Museum Resources Division, D.C.A.
725 Camino Lejo
Santa Fe, NM 87505
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From: MacKenzie, Mark, DCA
Sent: Monday, July 22, 2019 8:43 AM
To: 'Harrison, Ainslie' <ainslie....@vmfa.museum>
Subject: RE: [EXT] XRF set up
Yes, I think so. It works well. I am in the midst of a hiring situation, would a bit later this week for you on getting this information?
Mark MacKenzie, Chief Conservator
Dir. Museums of New Mexico-Conservation
Unit of Museum Resources Division, D.C.A.
725 Camino Lejo
Santa Fe, NM 87505
MSI Lab/Office:
505-476-1297
Museum Hill Lab: 505-476-1242; Downtown Lab: 476-5022
Fax: 505-476-1227
mark.ma...@state.nm.us
cell phone: 505-231-6263
From: Harrison, Ainslie <ainslie....@vmfa.museum>
Sent: Friday, July 19, 2019 8:43 AM
To: MacKenzie, Mark, DCA <Mark.Ma...@state.nm.us>
Subject: [EXT] XRF set up
Hi Mark,
I saw your message on the pXRF for cultural heritage users board on a non-bruker sourced tripod setup for your XRF. We have a Tracer 5i and would love to put together a similar tripod set up. Would it be possible at all to send your order info and/or pics?
Thank you!
Ainslie
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