Your equipment safer than ever
A new reference practice for payload measurement.
Introducing a new safe approach to load capacity
For the first time in the imaging industry, UNI/PdR 105:2021 establishes an official reference practice for payload safety providing full transparency about payload measurements to consumers.
Protect your gear thanks to safety payload
No more gear purchased on arbitrary product specifications:
UNI/PdR 105:2021 guarantees that a support loaded with a weight equal to the declared Safety Payload is never jeopardised, no matter the position, taken all the safety parameters into account.
Whereas, Max Payload indicates the maximum load a support can hold, sometimes not taking safety parameters into account. This means that applying the maximum weight, the support’s safety and functionality might be compromised.
Testing and research has resulted in the payload declaration which ensures product performance, granted the following conditions are met:
Head
A photo/video equipment with a weight equal to the Safety Payload UNI/PdR 105:2021 must never slip out of the docking seat in any position the head can take.
The loaded head can be firmly and securely locked into every position using an acceptable effort.
Tripod
The telescopic leg sections, center column and spider of the tripod must never collapse under the action of a photo/video equipment whose weight equal to the Safety Payload UNI/PdR 105:2021.
The locking mechanisms should be fastened into place using an acceptable effort.
Monopod
The telescopic leg sections of the monopod must never collapse under the action of a photo/video equipment whose weight equal to the Safety Payload Uni/PdR 105:2021.
The locking mechanisms should be fastened into place using an acceptable effort.
UNI: The independent Italian pan-sector regulatory authority
The reference practice UNI/PdR 105:2021 has been published by UNI (Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione) the independent Italian pan-sector regulatory body recognised internationally CEN and ISO.
As such, UNI is entrusted with the development, publication and promotion of standards and best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the socioeconomic system together with consumer and environmental protection.
Have any product features changed?
No, the products themselves remain exactly the same. What has changed is how we test and present payload limits.
Following the UNI/PdR 105:2021 guidelines, we now show two values on product pages: the original Safety Payload and the new Safety Payload UNI/PdR 105:2021.
Where can I learn more about UNI/PdR 105:2021?
You’ll find full details, including a downloadable version of the official reference, on the UNI website.
Can I convert a regular payload into a Safety Payload UNI/PdR value?
No. The UNI/PdR 105:2021 rating is based on strict lab tests that take multiple factors into account. It can’t be recreated at home or turned into a simple conversion.
Why are there two payload values listed on the product page?
The standard Safety Payload is based on Manfrotto’s original in-house testing. We used this method before adopting the UNI/PdR 105:2021 standard.
The Safety Payload UNI/PdR 105:2021 is based on updated, certified testing. You may see both values listed on some product pages while we complete the transition to the new standard.
I already have a Manfrotto product. Which payload value should I use?
Search for your product’s code on Manfrotto.com. If the product is still listed and includes a Safety Payload UNI/PdR 105:2021 value, use that as your reference.
If the product page is no longer available, or the new payload value isn’t shown, refer to the original payload listed at the time of purchase. All Manfrotto gear has always been tested carefully to ensure your equipment stays safe and supported.
