Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup (6 Inch)
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Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup (6 Inch)
Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup (6 Inch): The Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup (6 Inch) is a larger electronic suction platform for car mounting, glass mounting, high-angle rigging, and modular Hydra support workflows where stronger hold and pressure monitoring matter. It combines a six-inch composite silicone pad, internal battery power, automatic suction restoration, and multiple mounting interfaces for production rigs that need more security than a standard passive suction cup.
Use it for vehicle shots, glass or mirror mounting, creative camera angles, high-altitude shooting, and Hydra Alien / Alien Pro / Alien Mini expansion builds where an electronic suction cup can actively monitor and restore pressure during a shoot.
Product Overview
The six-inch Hydra Electronic Suction Cup builds on Tilta's 4.5-inch electronic design with a larger pad and higher holding power. Tilta lists up to 106 lb vertical payload and up to 66 lb horizontal payload, with the larger pad providing stronger support for heavier rigs and demanding surfaces.
The integrated pressure monitoring system samples suction pressure 1000 times per second and can automatically pump out additional air if it detects a pressure drop. This is useful for car rigs and other setups where checking suction manually throughout a take is not practical.
Power comes from an internal battery rated for up to 19 hours under normal conditions. The suction cup also supports 5V/1A USB-C external power input, giving crews an option for longer setups when external power is available.
The top plate supports modular rigging through 1/4-20 and 3/8-16 mounting points with locating pins. Tilta lists expansion paths for Hydra Alien, Hydra Alien Pro, Hydra Alien Mini, NATO rail, ball head, baby pin, and other mounting modules when the appropriate accessories are used.
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Key Features
- 6-inch electronic suction cup
- Up to 106 lb vertical payload
- Up to 66 lb horizontal payload
- Pressure checks 1000 times per second
- Automatic suction restoration
- Up to 19-hour internal battery
- USB-C external power input
- IPX5 water resistance
- 1/4-20 and 3/8-16 mounting
- High-altitude mode support
How It Compares
Choose the 6-inch Hydra Electronic Suction Cup when you need more holding power, longer battery life, and larger-surface support than Tilta's smaller 4.5-inch electronic suction cup. Choose a standard passive suction cup only for simpler, lighter-duty mounting where electronic pressure monitoring and automatic suction restoration are not required.
Compatible Accessories and Related Gear
This suction cup is designed for Tilta Hydra expansion workflows, including Hydra Alien, Hydra Alien Pro, Hydra Alien Mini, NATO rail, ball head, baby pin, and other module-based rigging options when the matching Tilta expansion modules are available.
Who Is This For?
This is for camera car teams, commercial crews, owner-operators, rental departments, and content teams building vehicle rigs or temporary camera mounts on smooth surfaces where active pressure monitoring adds practical security.
Who Should Choose Something Else?
Choose something else if the surface is delicate, wrapped, uneven, dirty, porous, or not appropriate for suction mounting. For critical vehicle rigs, use proper safety chains, straps, backup supports, and a qualified grip or rigging plan rather than relying on one suction cup alone.
In the Box
- Hydra Electronic Suction Cup (6 Inch)
Specifications
| SKU | HDA-ESC-6 |
|---|---|
| Suction Cup Size | 6 inches |
| Vertical Payload | Up to 106 lb |
| Horizontal Payload | Up to 66 lb |
| Pressure Monitoring | Samples pressure 1000 times per second |
| Suction Restoration | Internal motor automatically restores suction after pressure drops |
| Battery Life | Up to 19 hours under normal conditions |
| External Power | 5V/1A USB-C input |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 |
| Mounting | 1/4-20 and 3/8-16 threads with locating points |
| Attachment Time | Full suction in as little as 2 seconds |
| Noise Level | Under 60 dB |
| Dimensions | 10.6 x 7.9 x 4.7 inches |
| Weight | 2.31 lb |
| Materials | Aluminum alloy and composite silicone |
FAQ
What is the Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup 6-inch used for?
It is used as an electronic suction mounting base for camera car rigs, glass or mirror mounting, creative camera angles, and modular Tilta Hydra support builds where active pressure monitoring is useful.
How much payload can the 6-inch Hydra suction cup support?
Tilta lists up to 106 lb when vertically mounted and up to 66 lb when horizontally mounted. Real-world safe use still depends on the surface, rig balance, mounting direction, backup safety, and operator judgment.
How does the electronic suction system work?
The suction cup monitors pressure continuously and can automatically pump out additional air when it detects a pressure drop, helping maintain suction during a setup.
How long does the internal battery last?
Tilta lists up to 19 hours of battery life under normal conditions. The unit also supports 5V/1A USB-C external power input for longer operation when external power is available.
Is the 6-inch Hydra suction cup weather resistant?
Tilta lists IPX5 water resistance, which helps with light rain and changing outdoor conditions. It should still be used with proper production judgment and safety backup.
Can this leave marks on a vehicle or surface?
Yes. Tilta warns that electronic suction cups can leave marks, especially on delicate, wrapped, hot, or sun-exposed surfaces. Protect the surface and use backup safety methods when mounting camera rigs.
Which Hydra systems can this fit into?
Tilta lists expansion paths for Hydra Alien, Hydra Alien Pro, Hydra Alien Mini, NATO rail, ball head, baby pin, and other module-based setups when the appropriate expansion modules are used.
Can Filmgear Canada help plan a safer suction-cup rig?
Yes. Filmgear Canada can help review the camera weight, surface, Hydra accessories, backup safety, and mounting direction before you build a suction-cup camera rig.
Where to Buy in Canada
Filmgear Canada carries Tilta camera rigging and Hydra support gear for Canadian production teams, owner-operators, rental kits, commercial crews, and vehicle-rig workflows. Contact Filmgear Canada if you need help matching the 6-inch Hydra Electronic Suction Cup to a camera, arm, safety, or mounting setup.
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