DEWALT Tripod, 11-Threaded, Flat Head, 5/8-Inch (DW0736)

This tripod to support a TV satellite dish - I actually have two (one for Dish Network and one for DirecTV) - a very rugged, stable, portable platform - I add a dog spiral tieout stake under the center with a ladder lock strap to provide an anchor - this combo provides a rock solid base for mounting and aiming a satellite antenna - Additional details Photo 1 shows the dog tie out stake and LadderLock strap to stabilize the tripod - I used a 1 inch wide, 60 inch long LadderLock strap - it also shows chains for the tripod legs - they help constrain the legs while setting up the tripod - Leg chain details - I used an eye loop on each side of the immovable part of the leg - fastened about a 16 inch length of chain to one side - fastened two links to the other side and fastened the free end to the end of the 2nd link in the leg chain did this for all three sides - and then hooked the chains together in the center - this keeps the legs from going to far stray as you are setting up the tripod - the chains are independent of the dog tie out stake and the LadderLock stabilizing strap - I used Koch Industries A17721 No. 12 Single Jack Electro Galvanized Steel, 10-Feet, Zinc Plated - Photo 2 shows the underside of the mounting to the tripod table - the centering plate and the bars that support the mounting bolt can be seen - the phenolic four arm knob is used to tighten the antenna support - even with the knob tighten, the dish and mount can usually be rotated for adjustment - Photo 3 shows the bolt under the mast that goes through the tripod table and is tightened with the phenolic four arm knob Photo 4 shows from the top of the table the hole in the center and the two bars under the table that the antenna mast is fastened too Centering plate details - this is prolly the worst part of the project - it is basically a large washer - There is a 2-1/2 inch 'hole' in the top of the tripod base - underneath the base are two bars with clearance for a 1/2 inch bolt - in order to keep the bolt in the center, a plate is placed inside the hole on top of the bars - dimensions are about 1/8 thick X 2-3/8 outside diameter with a clearance hole in the center for a 1/2 inch bolt - I don't know of any place that such a piece can be purchased - I did some scrounging to find the ones I use - The mast has to have the correct diameter for the satellite mount - my DirecTV mast is 2 inch diameter, my Dish Network mast is about 1-5/8 - It was years ago but I have no record of buying a J-Pole Antenna Mount - I think the installers had the masts -

Beware two differenr version flat legs telescoping are true construction grade. Round legs not heavy enough for construction use part # is the same.

I attached an 11-lbs Celestron C130 telescope on it with an iOptron go-to controller. The total weight is at least 13 lbs. Works better than the original go-to controller tripod and adjusts very easily. Put 3 small and cheap level indicators on each leg to level the tripod and you have a very nice piece of equipment for a good price. I am happy with it and the whole setup looks very professional.

This is the Heavy Duty Tripod DeWalt came out with for there first Laser Level that ran on 18v batteries. While they later came out with a 20v Laser Level it does not have the range of the first one and the Tripod is not nearly as heavy duty as this one. This is a rock solid Tripod and will handle what ever you mount to it.

The Vendor replaced one that was suspect. The new one is clean and sturdy and can stand the rigors of being hauled around in the field to hold a 15-pound Total Station survey device.

With a $2 modification it's the absolute best telescope mount for the price. No more awkward squats to look straight up AND it plants deep in the soil so it's sturdy. No unstable pictures from a light breeze.

very strong. Holds lazer very well.

I ordered the DW 0736 tripod and the DW087 Laser. I didn't read the fine print well enough so I have a tripot with 5/8 inch 11 treaded rod and 1/4 by 20 female tread on the laser. If you order this combination you need to also order and adapter which Dewalt in their infinate wisdon doesn't seem to make. The tripod is nice, just would have been better off buyng a camera tripod.

I saw a review stating these were poorly made, but the one I got is well built and strong. Nice large flat surface on top. Legs are sturdy and stable, extensions lock firmly into place. Even a little bubble level to get things close to level quickly. Very satisfied..

HD, easy to set up, with carrying straps , the legs can be set up to all grade level

The tripod is very stable (outside) and is heavy duty. I use it with a DEWALT rotary level. Indoors, the legs spread on their own with the weight of the rotary level is installed, unless you place the tripod feet on a soft surface like dirt or a carpet, etc. This tripod needs a method to prevent the legs from spreading.

Dewalt standard quality, perfect for the job site.

Great product