Question about the gimbal clamp

[MasterOfPuppets]

Hey guys. Got my MP last month and have been flying it a decent amount around the house. One thing I notice is sometimes when taking the gimbal clamp off it is a little difficult, then some times, like today, it’s very simple. I get nervous doing it sometimes because I’m afraid I’m gonna break the gimbal. Today, it seemed very easy to get it off that I wondered if the gimbal was loose or broken. After firing it up it did it’s normal “looking around”, so I know everything is good. Also when taking it off I have to do a small twist motion to get it off.

Am I being too cautious? Can the gimbal break that easily?

Thanks guys

 

[Mossiback]

I don't think you will break the gimbal by working with the clamp. I hold the camera with one hand to keep it stable while putting the clamp on or off with the other. The most common problem with the clamp is that pilots forget to take it off. Then you will get gimbal overload errors. I taped some red ribbon on mine so it is obvious when on.

 

[Former Member]

Can the gimbal break that easily?

Yes it can and does break gimbal components frequently if you arent careful installing and removing the clamp. When installing the clamp, the clamp's prongs fit inside the gimbal roll motor cover, and if you force it on, you will eventually crack the motor cover. Some people go with aftermarket gimbal clamps, but I have trained myself not to force it on or off.

You should be able to pull it straight up and it has finger grips on each side to help you pull it.

Here's a good video:

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[Youser]

What I worry about when fitting the clamp is catching the ribbon cable as it comes quite close to the clamp.

 

[Drone Master]

Get yourself one of these.
https://www.amazon.com/Gimbal-Three...sr=8-1-spons&keywords=mavic+gimbal+lock&psc=1
Many folks swear by this gimbal lock and cover.
Easy to put on and off. Well made.

 

[MasterOfPuppets]

Thanks for the help guys!

DroneMaster - I think I’m definitely going to order one of those, thanks!

 

[Former Member]

Get yourself one of these.
https://www.amazon.com/Gimbal-Three...sr=8-1-spons&keywords=mavic+gimbal+lock&psc=1
Many folks swear by this gimbal lock and cover.
Easy to put on and off. Well made.

Those are less fiddly than the OEM clamp, and then you dont have to put on the extra bubble as well.

With the Amazon one, you first have to fit the prongs of the bubble on to the gimbal roll motor, then clip it on to the front.

 

[MasterOfPuppets]

Those are less fiddly than the OEM clamp, and then you dont have to put on the extra bubble as well.

With the Amazon one, you first have to fit the prongs of the bubble on to the gimbal roll motor, then clip it on to the front.

Dumb question, but you are recommending the Amazon one?

 

[Former Member]

Dumb question, but you are recommending the Amazon one?

Not a dumb question, sometimes my answers arent too clear.

Yes I would recommend the Amazon one over the DJI clamp and bubble, especially if a pilot is having trouble fitting the OEM clamp.

 

[Drone Master]

Yeop, you’ll love it believe me!

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[Boob8282]

Get yourself one of these.
https://www.amazon.com/Gimbal-Three...sr=8-1-spons&keywords=mavic+gimbal+lock&psc=1
Many folks swear by this gimbal lock and cover.
Easy to put on and off. Well made.

Absolutely love this gimbal cover/clamp. Very inexpensive and so much easier to use than the stock clamp. Highly recommended for anyone with a mavic pro.

 

[chezedog]

Get yourself one of these.

I will indeed.

 

[RKX]

Agreed I just bought one of these and got it today in my own research, far less fiddly than the dji one, plus you almost never (ahem) forget the clamp is on as you remove the bubble for flight anyhow. Also no issues with my case.

I recommend this too.

 

[Jsrock3]

Thanks for the help guys!

DroneMaster - I think I’m definitely going to order one of those, thanks!

I imagine you already bought one but I got one of these and I like it cause it’s clear plus has the band.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07B...SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=giminder&th=1&psc=1

 

[USAirborne]

Yes the Amazon OEM gimbal clamp is absolutely a good buy, user friendly does what it’s supposed to do. Highly recommended.

 

[MasterOfPuppets]

I imagine you already bought one but I got one of these and I like it cause it’s clear plus has the band.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07B...SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=giminder&th=1&psc=1

Hey thanks man. I did actually buy one just a week ago.

 

[ToddR]

I bought one and have been so happy i did. One still needs to take care that the slots are all aligned when putting it on. Overall however it snaps on very securly very easily. Nowi only have one thing to be sure I remove before i turn the bird on. I do think however the OEM clamp may come in handy when i get brave enough to try one of my filters.