FREEFLY Toad In The Hole M3 Quick Release Kit

Description

FREEFLY Toad In The Hole M3 Quick Release Kit

The FREEFLY Toad In The Hole M3 Quick Release Kit is a comprehensive set designed to revolutionize the way Freefly MōVI gimbal stabilizers are mounted and transitioned across various platforms. This kit includes both the Toad (male quick release plate) and the Toad in the Hole Receiver (female quick release unit), providing a complete, robust, and tool-less quick release solution for professional camera rigging. The “M3” designation indicates compatibility with M3 fasteners and the standard Freefly square mount pattern, widely used across MōVI Pro, MōVI Carbon, and M-Series gimbals.

The “Toad In The Hole” system is a cornerstone of Freefly’s ecosystem, enabling cinematographers to move their MōVI gimbal from one setup to another in mere seconds. Whether transitioning from a handheld ring to a jib, a vehicle mount, a drone, or a simple docking stand, this kit ensures a secure and rapid workflow, maximizing efficiency on set.

Key features and benefits of the FREEFLY Toad In The Hole M3 Quick Release Kit include:

• Complete Quick Release Solution: Includes both the “Toad Male Hybrid (M3/M4)” adapter plate that attaches to the MōVI (or other payloads) and the “Toad In The Hole M3 Quick Release Receiver” that mounts to your desired platform. This provides a full, ready-to-deploy system.
• Rapid Tool-Less Transitions: The defining feature of the TITH system is its ability to attach and detach the MōVI in seconds without any tools. A simple drop-in and clamp mechanism allows for incredibly fast setup changes.
• Highly Secure & Anti-Rotation Lock: The interlocking design, combined with a primary clamp and secondary safety catch release mechanism, ensures an incredibly strong, rigid, and anti-rotational connection. Once locked, the MōVI remains absolutely stable, even during aggressive movements.
• 360° Mounting Orientation: The system allows the Toad (and thus the MōVI) to be inserted and rotated to any desired angle (0-360°) before locking. This provides immense flexibility in rigging and framing.
• Versatile Mounting Points:
  • Toad (Male Plate): Features multiple mounting holes (e.g., M3 and M4 pass-through/threaded holes) for attaching to the MōVI gimbal (typically to its pan motor base) or other camera payloads.
  • Receiver (Female Unit): Designed with various mounting patterns (e.g., M3 fasteners included for standard Freefly 32mm square mount pattern) to be securely fixed onto tripods, jibs, cranes, vehicle mounts, drone landing gear, docking stations, or custom rigging.
• Durable & Lightweight Construction: Both the Toad and Receiver are precision-machined from high-grade, aerospace-grade 6061-T6 CNC machined aluminum, with a Titanium Nitride coated catch/release mechanism for enhanced durability. The kit maintains a low-profile and lightweight design (total weight approx. 125g-140g) to avoid adding unnecessary bulk.
• Integrated Safety Features: Often includes an integrated safety loop on the receiver for connecting a wire support tether, adding an extra layer of security for valuable equipment.
• Broad MōVI Compatibility: Compatible with MōVI Pro, MōVI Carbon, and M-Series (M5, M10, M15) gimbals. (Note: MōVI Pro and MōVI Carbon typically include an M3 receiver, and MōVI Ring Pro II often includes an integrated Toad Male).

The FREEFLY Toad In The Hole M3 Quick Release Kit is an essential MōVI accessory and a foundational element for any professional who demands speed, versatility, and absolute reliability from their Freefly MōVI gimbal stabilizer. It is the ultimate gimbal quick release solution for seamless integration into diverse production workflows.