Libec announced the release of the QL40C, a carbon fiber version of the QL40B quick-lock tripod. The tripod will be released as a standalone product and as a system product with various heads in December 2025.
The QL40C is a lightweight and compact model made of carbon fiber, while retaining the mobility and ease of maintenance of the popular Quick Lock tripod. Compared to the aluminum QL40B, it weighs 500g less at 2.2kg and is 10cm shorter at 68cm when stored.
The new, patent-pending locking mechanism allows for height adjustment with a single lock on the top section. When combined with the flip-type lock, also patent-pending, it significantly reduces tripod setup time. Since there is no lock on the bottom section, the photographer does not need to bend over, reducing strain. A convenient carrying handle and accessory port are also included as standard.
Libec QL40C Quick-Lock
The “flip-type quick lock” allows for height adjustment with a single locking mechanism on the top, and its ergonomic shape makes it easy to hook your fingers, reducing the burden on the photographer and enabling speedy adjustments. The standard “convenient carrying handle” makes it easy to carry and can be easily removed when not needed.
It’s also easy to maintain, with the included dedicated and general-purpose tools allowing users to easily adjust the clamping force themselves. Made of carbon fiber, it’s lightweight without sacrificing load capacity or smoothness. The specially designed oval carbon pipe allows it to be folded up very compactly while maintaining the high rigidity of a 75mm tripod. Its high load capacity of 40kg means it can safely support even heavy camera systems.
When unlocked, the legs extend and retract smoothly, allowing for quick and stress-free setup. Three sets of 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch accessory ports are located on the head attachment section for added convenience. Furthermore, the tripod is designed to prevent fingers from getting pinched if the legs suddenly drop, and it also features a weight hook to stabilize the tripod in strong winds.
Libec QL40C (single unit, no head) specifications
| Maximum payload weight | 40kg |
| weight | 2.2kg |
| height | 38.5-151.5cm |
| Leg lock system | Flip lock type |
| Ball Diameter | 75mm |
| Pipe Material | carbon |
| Number of tripod sections | 3 steps |
System tripod specifications
Libec QL40C Ground spreader type
| NX-200QC | NX-400QC | HS-150QC | HS-250QC | HS-350QC | HS-450QC | |
| head | NH20 | NH40 | H15 | H25 | H35 | H45 |
| System Weight | 4.8kg | 5.7kg | 5.8kg | |||
| height | 55-168cm | |||||
| Ball Diameter | 75mm | |||||
| Pipe Material | carbon | |||||
| Number of tripod sections | 3 steps | |||||
| case | RC-30 | |||||
Libec QL40C Mid-spreader type
| NX-200MQC | NX-400MQC | HS-150MQC | HS-250MQC | HS-350MQC | HS-450MQC | |
| head | NH20 | NH40 | H15 | H25 | H35 | H45 |
| System Weight | 4.5kg | 5.4kg | 5.5kg | |||
| height | 79.5-167cm | |||||
| Ball Diameter | 75mm | |||||
| Pipe Material | carbon | |||||
| Number of tripod sections | 3 steps | |||||
| case | RC-30 | |||||
