ProMediaGear GKPF: Clamp Module for Katana & Katana Pro

ProMediaGear GKPF clamp module for Katana & Katana Pro, precise control for heavy telephoto lenses

If you want your gimbal head to run smoothly, everything starts with the clamp. This is exactly where the ProMediaGear GKPF clamp module comes in: it replaces the original Arca-style clamp on the Katana or Katana Pro gimbal head and ensures that your camera–lens combination is guided in a stable, repeatable way without annoying slippage. You’ll notice the difference immediately, especially with long focal lengths, wildlife, sports, or bird photography.

The GKPF module is designed as a full-fledged replacement Arca-style clamp that is mounted directly on the ProMediaGear Katana or Katana Pro gimbal head. At the same time, it remains flexible: it also fits many other gimbal heads with a width of 1.5 inches, so you don’t have to replace the entire system if you only want to upgrade the clamp.

Arca-style compatible, seamless integration into your existing system

The ProMediaGear GKPF clamp is fully Arca-style compatible and therefore integrates easily into common quick-release systems that have long been standard for many professional photographers. You can continue to use your existing Arca-style compatible plates, L-brackets, and lens collars without having to modify anything.

In practice, we repeatedly see how convenient it is when everything fits together: camera off the ball head, straight onto the gimbal, everything clicks into place and sits securely. No fiddling, no exotic special plates that only work on one head. The GKPF module supports exactly this straightforward interaction so that you can focus on your subject and not on the gear.

Larger than the GKJr Katana Pro cradle clamp, more headroom for large setups

Compared to the smaller GKJr Katana Pro cradle clamp, the ProMediaGear GKPF cradle clamp is deliberately made larger. This slightly more generous design provides even more secure support and better clamping force, especially when you are working with heavy telephoto lenses, large DSLR or full-frame mirrorless bodies, and substantial lens collars.

Despite the larger dimensions, the module remains surprisingly light, so the balance on the gimbal head is not affected. We’d almost say: it’s the kind of upgrade you install once and then simply forget about, because it unobtrusively does its job until you realize how stable everything runs, even when the wind picks up a bit or you move the setup around frequently.

Lightweight, robust, and durable, built for tough everyday photography

The ProMediaGear GKPF Katana cradle clamp is designed for continuous use. It is light enough not to weigh down your overall setup unnecessarily, yet robust and durable enough to withstand intensive outdoor use. Rain, dust, frequent mounting and dismounting – the module is built to take rough handling.

We often see that clamp modules in particular are underestimated until they eventually give way or become warped. With the GKPF module, the focus is clearly on stability and repeatable precision. The clamping mechanism engages firmly without sticking and holds the Arca-style plate securely in position so that your center of gravity stays exactly where it belongs.

Made from T6061 aircraft aluminum, precision milled from solid stock

The ProMediaGear GKPF cradle clamp is made from T6061 aircraft aluminum and milled from a solid block of aluminum. This material is proven in aviation and combines high strength with low weight. The result is a clamp module that feels high-quality, is precisely manufactured, and retains its shape even after years of intensive use.

Because it is machined from solid stock, there are no weak points from casting seams or cavities. The surfaces are cleanly finished, the edges pleasantly deburred, and the mechanism runs precisely. It may seem like a small detail, but overall this construction ensures that the clamp reliably maintains its clamping force even after frequent opening and closing.

Made in the USA, precise manufacturing and controlled quality

The ProMediaGear GKPF clamp module is made in the USA, which is reflected in the workmanship and quality control. Each clamp goes through a clearly defined manufacturing process in which fit and function are the main focus. Our impression is that they prefer to measure once too often rather than too little.

For you, this means that you receive a clamp module that not only looks good on paper, but also works reliably in real-world use. Especially with high-value camera and lens combinations, this confidence in the support system is something many only learn to appreciate after they have experienced a wobbly or poorly made clamp.

Compatibility with Katana, Katana Pro, and other gimbal heads

The ProMediaGear GKPF Katana cradle clamp has been developed specifically as a replacement clamp for the ProMediaGear Katana and Katana Pro gimbal heads. It can be mounted directly on these gimbal heads and replaces the existing Arca-style clamp if you need an upgrade, a replacement, or simply a fresh, precisely working clamp.

Beyond that, the module also works with other gimbal heads that have a width of 1.5 inches. This keeps your system flexible: if you are already using a compatible gimbal head from another manufacturer, you can also benefit from the advantages of the ProMediaGear GKPF clamp without having to change your entire setup.

For demanding photo and video work, when stability is non-negotiable

Whether you are tracking birds in flight, capturing fast sports action, or keeping long focal lengths steady in video mode: a reliable clamp is the basis for smooth movements and clean pans. The ProMediaGear GKPF clamp provides a stable connection between the gimbal head and the Arca-style compatible plate so that your center of gravity is correct and movement remains controllable.

We’d say: anyone who has already invested in high-quality telephoto lenses, bodies, and a gimbal tripod will find that a solid clamp module is not a luxury but a logical addition. The GKPF module integrates unobtrusively into your system, works reliably in the background, and helps ensure that your equipment does exactly what you expect it to do.