{"product_id":"tilta-hydra-electronic-suction-cup-6-inch","title":"Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup (6 Inch)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTilta 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Video\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-video\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe title=\"Introducing the Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup 6 Inch\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZLkHUZekF5Q\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZLkHUZekF5Q\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch the official video on YouTube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-images\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.tilta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/14225419\/3-HDA-ESC-6-3835x2160.jpg\" alt=\"Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup 6 inch product detail image\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSix-inch electronic suction cup body with multiple mounting points.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.tilta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/14225430\/4-HDA-ESC-6-3835x2160.jpg\" alt=\"Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup 6 inch side detail image\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eIntegrated controls and status display support pressure monitoring on set.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.tilta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/14225456\/6-HDA-ESC-6-3840x2160.jpg\" alt=\"Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup 6 inch mounting interface image\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e1\/4-20 and 3\/8-16 mounting points support modular Hydra rigging options.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.5; padding-left: 1.5em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003e6-inch electronic suction cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003eUp to 106 lb vertical payload\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003eUp to 66 lb horizontal payload\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003ePressure checks 1000 times per second\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003eAutomatic suction restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003eUp to 19-hour internal battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003eUSB-C external power input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003eIPX5 water resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003e1\/4-20 and 3\/8-16 mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003eHigh-altitude mode support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Accessories and Related Gear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Choose Something Else?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.5; padding-left: 1.5em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"\u003eHydra Electronic Suction Cup (6 Inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDA-ESC-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSuction Cup Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVertical Payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 106 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHorizontal Payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 66 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePressure Monitoring\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSamples pressure 1000 times per second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSuction Restoration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal motor automatically restores suction after pressure drops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBattery Life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 19 hours under normal conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eExternal Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5V\/1A USB-C input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIPX5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4-20 and 3\/8-16 threads with locating points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAttachment Time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull suction in as little as 2 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNoise Level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 60 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.6 x 7.9 x 4.7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.31 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum alloy and composite silicone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup 6-inch used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much payload can the 6-inch Hydra suction cup support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTilta 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the electronic suction system work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe suction cup monitors pressure continuously and can automatically pump out additional air when it detects a pressure drop, helping maintain suction during a setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the internal battery last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTilta 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 6-inch Hydra suction cup weather resistant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTilta 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this leave marks on a vehicle or surface?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Hydra systems can this fit into?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTilta 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Filmgear Canada help plan a safer suction-cup rig?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Filmgear Canada can help review the camera weight, surface, Hydra accessories, backup safety, and mounting direction before you build a suction-cup camera rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere to Buy in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilmgear 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tilta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48296606466307,"sku":"HDA-ESC-6","price":153.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5972\/7796\/files\/hda-crop-1_258977dd-b21a-4762-8090-261bf272ce6f.jpg?v=1780354149","url":"https:\/\/filmgearcanada.com\/products\/tilta-hydra-electronic-suction-cup-6-inch","provider":"Filmgear Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}