Wimberley AP-606 Replacement Foot Instructions

: September 10, 2024
: Wimberley

Table of Contents

Wimberley AP-606 Replacement Foot
Product Information
Product Product Usage
FAQs
Introduction
Installation Instructions
Specification
Package Contents
Using Flash Brackets
Using the Optional Safety-Stop Screws
3rd Party Clamp Warning
References
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Wimberley AP-606 Replacement Foot

Specifications:

Weight: 2.46 oz
Product Dimensions (L x W x H): 5.7 x 1.5 x 0.4
Materials: Anodized 6061 Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Product Information

The AP-606 Replacement Foot is designed to fit the Canon 200-800 RF f/6.3-9 lenses and serves multiple purposes including added stiffness, functioning as an Arca-Swiss style quick-release plate, and creating optimal balance when using the lens on specific heads.
Compatible with various Arca-Swiss style quick-release clamps, the AP-606 is made of durable materials like anodized aluminum and stainless steel.

Installation Instructions:

Install the enclosed bushing in the 3/8 hole.
Attach the AP-606 plate to the lens using the enclosed 1/4-20 screws.
Install safety stop screws to keep your lens and camera secure when using a compatible QR clamp.

Product Product Usage

Using Flash Brackets:
The AP-606 allows attachment of Wimberley Flash Brackets and other 3rd party quick-release style brackets due to its double dovetail cross-section design.
Using without Quick-Release:
The plate can be attached directly to a monopod or other support equipment using the 3/8 and 1/4-inch holes without a quick-release clamp.
Using Safety-Stop Screws:
Use the safety stop screws provided to prevent accidental sliding out of the quick-release clamp. Ensure proper installation to maintain security while loading the lens from the top.
Safety Stop Channels:
It is recommended to use clamps with safety stop channels to prevent the plate from slipping out if the clamp is inadvertently loosened.

FAQs

Q: Can I use the AP-606 with any lens model?

A: The AP-606 is specifically designed for Canon 200-800 RF f/6.3-9 lenses only.

Q: Are the safety stop screws necessary for usage?

A: While not required, the safety stop screws enhance security when using a compatible QR clamp.

Q: Can I attach accessories like a monopod directly to the AP-606?

A: Yes, you can attach support equipment directly to the plate using the provided holes without a quick-release clamp.

Introduction

About the AP-606
The AP-606 Replacement Foot fits the 200-800 RF f/6.3-9 Canon lenses and serves three main purposes:

Added Stiffness over the factory tripod mounting foot connected to a lens plate, reducing flex and vibration.
Functions as the Arca-Swiss style quick-release plate for your lens.
Creates a more ideal geometry for using your lens on the Wimberley Sidemount Head and Sidekick, allowing the lens to balance optimally.

Wimberley lens plates are compatible with Arca-Swiss style quick-release clamps such as those made by Wimberley, Kirk Enterprises, Really Right Stuff, Arca-Swiss, Markins, and others.

Installation Instructions

Install the enclosed bushing in the 3/8 hole (Fig. 1).
Attach the AP-606 plate to the lens using the enclosed 1/4-20 screws (Fig. 1).
Drive the screw in until you first meet resistance, then turn it about 30° farther to establish appropriate, but not excessive, torque. Do not over-tighten; it is possible to shear the head of the fastener with the hex key included.
Install safety stop screws as shown on page 2 (Fig. 3). Safety stop screws are not required, however, they keep your lens and camera secure when using a compatible QR clamp.

Specification

Weight: 2.46 oz
Product Dimensions (L x W x H): 5.7” x 1.5” x 0.4”
Materials: Anodized 6061 Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Package Contents

Arca-Swiss Style QR Plate: AP-606 Replacement Foot (Qty 1)
Mounting Screw: 1/4-20 x 7/16” L Flat Head Socket Cap Screw (Qty 2)
Mounting Bushing: 3/8-16 to 1/4-20 (Qty 1)
Safety Stop Screws: M3 x 3mm Socket Head Cap Screw (Qty 2)
Hex Key: 5/32 (Qty 1)
Hex Key: 2.5mm (Qty 1)

Using Flash Brackets

Wimberley replacement feet have a double dovetail cross-section. The upper dovetail allows you to attach Wimberley Flash Brackets as well as other 3rd party quick-release style brackets.

Using the AP-606 without using a quick-release
The 3/8 and 1/4 inch holes in the middle section of the plate can be used to attach the foot directly to the threaded stud of a monopod or other lens support equipment, without needing a quick-release clamp.

Using the Optional Safety-Stop Screws

Your Wimberley foot comes with two safety stop screws and a matching 2.5mm hex key. Two of these screws are intended to be screwed into the small bottom threaded holes in the front and back of the foot (Fig. 3) to serve as stops that prevent the foot from accidentally sliding out of the quick-release clamp. If you opt to use both stops, you must open the jaws of the quick- release clamp wide enough to load your lens from the top (instead of sliding it in).

Top Loading is less convenient, but you can be certain that your lens will not slide out of the clamp.

Safety Stop Channels
We recommend using clamps with safety stop channels. These channels allow a full range of forward and backward motion but will not let the plate slip out if the clamp is inadvertently loosened.

3rd Party Clamp Warning

Our safety stop screws work with most 3rd party quick-release clamps, but clamps that do not have channels and are too wide to be straddled by the safety stop screws will not work.