--- product_id: 2118766 title: "15mm Aluminum Rod 16\"" brand: "smallrig" price: "€ 45.58" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Smallrig" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/2118766-15mm-aluminum-rod-16 store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # 16-inch precision length M12 threaded ends for secure mounting 15mm industrial diameter 15mm Aluminum Rod 16" **Brand:** smallrig **Price:** € 45.58 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎥 Elevate your rig game with precision and strength — don’t settle for less! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 15mm Aluminum Rod 16" by smallrig - **How much does it cost?** € 45.58 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/2118766-15mm-aluminum-rod-16) ## Best For - smallrig enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted smallrig brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Robust 15mm Diameter:** Industry-standard thickness ensuring maximum stability without bulk. - • **Threaded for Security:** M12 inner threads on both ends lock your accessories firmly in place. - • **Precision Engineered Length:** A perfect 16-inch (40cm) rod tailored for seamless rig setups. - • **Premium 6061 Aluminum Alloy:** Lightweight yet durable CNC-machined metal for professional-grade reliability. - • **Versatile Filmmaking Compatibility:** Ideal for matte boxes, follow focus, lens supports, and more—upgrade your camera rig effortlessly. ## Overview The SmallRig 15mm Aluminum Rod (16 inches) is a CNC-machined, 6061 aluminum alloy rod featuring an industrial-standard 15mm diameter and M12 threaded ends for secure accessory mounting. Designed for professional filmmakers and content creators, it supports a wide range of camera rig components like matte boxes and follow focus systems, combining lightweight durability with precise engineering to enhance your setup. ## Description Buy SmallRig 16 Inches (40 cm) Black Aluminum Alloy 15mm Rod with M12 Female Thread, Pack of 2: Accessories - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Excellent Quality - Works well, and well made. Light yet durable Review: Do what they need to - Good for a small setup. If you want to use it with a mirrorless camera or a pocket cinema camera, these rods are great. They are lightweight, but sturdy and don’t feel cheap. If you have a larger body or long cinema lenses, or a rod mounting matte box, then maybe go for longer rods. I’m able to mount my mirrorless camera body with an average size lens, as well as a V mount battery on these 8” rods comfortably. ## Features - 【Length】Length of 16 inches / 40cm - 【Diameter】The diameter of the rods is industrial 15mm standard - 【Inner Thread】M12 inner thread on each end of a rod, so that you can use M12 rod end cap (SmallRig 1617) to prevent your accessories sliding from rods - 【Compatibility】Mainly used on camera riser system and filmmaking accessories, such as matte box, follow focus, lens support, etc. - 【High Quality】Made of 6061 aluminum alloy, well finished and precise CNC processing, sturdy and durable ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00AZFX77S | | Audio Recording | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #2,313 in Camera & Photo Accessories | | Brand | SMALLRIG | | Color | 16" | | Compatible Devices | Camera | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,378 Reviews | | Folded Size | 17.2 x 1.4 x 0.9 inches | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 0.59"D x 0.59"W x 15.75"H | | Item Weight | 0.24 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | SMALLRIG | | Manufacturer Part Number | CoolRod-40cm-2pcs ID-1054 | | Maximum Weight Recommendation | 107 Grams | | Media Type | ProductImage | | Model Name | Universal | | Model Number | CoolRod-40cm-2pcs ID-1054 | | Product Dimensions | 0.59"D x 0.59"W x 15.75"H | | Screen Size | 40 Centimeters | | UPC | 693988067587 | | Unit Count | 2.0 Count | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | ## Product Details - **Brand:** SMALLRIG - **Color:** 16" - **Compatible Devices:** Camera - **Folded Size:** 17.2 x 1.4 x 0.9 inches - **Item Weight:** 0.24 Kilograms - **Product Dimensions:** 0.59"D x 0.59"W x 15.75"H - **UPC:** 693988067587 ## Images ![15mm Aluminum Rod 16" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/5125Jwssz2L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Thread pitch?** A: Hi, Thank you for interesting in SmallRig. Please kindly note that the thread pitch is 1.75mm. Sincerely, SmallRig Customer Service **Q: Are these solid rods? i.e. Could I cut the ends off and re-drill and re-tap them for 1/4-20?** A: Hi, Thank you for interesting in SmallRig. Please kindly note that the 1054 isn't solid rods. And you couldn't cute the ends off and re-drill and re-tap them for 1/4-20. Sincerely, SmallRig Customer Service **Q: I wonder if one of these rods can hold a speedlite and a soft box as extension on a tripod? Thanks** A: It will all depend on the total weight. But it should, they are very strong. **Q: How deep are the threads at the ends of the rods?** A: Hi, Thank you for interesting in SmallRig. The threads deep at the ends of the rods is about 30mm. Sincerely, SmallRig Customer Service ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Quality *by W***S on February 7, 2026* Works well, and well made. Light yet durable ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Do what they need to *by R***T on May 20, 2025* Good for a small setup. If you want to use it with a mirrorless camera or a pocket cinema camera, these rods are great. They are lightweight, but sturdy and don’t feel cheap. If you have a larger body or long cinema lenses, or a rod mounting matte box, then maybe go for longer rods. I’m able to mount my mirrorless camera body with an average size lens, as well as a V mount battery on these 8” rods comfortably. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Typical 15mm Rods? *by R***T on August 18, 2023* One might think a 15mm rod is the same as any there 15mm rod, but that just isn't true. While the outside diameter may be the same, the inside threads may be different making them incompatible to connect to other rods for other purposes. I have had great experiences with other Smallrig products, and from those experiences, I chose to stay with the brand when I purchased these rods. In my humble opinion, Smallrig is great balance of durability, aesthetics, and affordability. This was a two-pack, and each rod had a screw in plastic cap for either end making them look spectacular when assembled with all the mounted accessories. The powder coating seems to hold up very well to numerous moving/removing of the metal to metal contacts. This is the third time purchasing 15mm rods from Smallrig, and I have yet to be dissatisfied. In the film industry first impressions are important, using scratched up rods without caps looks unprofessional, as if the operator cannot care for the equipment properly. Spend a few dollars more; buy rods that will hold up to countless assemblies, while continuing to look new. ## Frequently Bought Together - SmallRig 16 Inches (40 cm) Black Aluminum Alloy 15mm Rod with M12 Female Thread, Pack of 2-1054 - SmallRig Camera Base Plate with 15mm LWS Rod Rail Clamp, Baseplate for Sony A6500 A6600 A6300, for Canon R5 R6, for Sony A7SIII / A7III, Both for Cameras & Cages - 1674 - SMALLRIG 15mm Long Lens Support Bracket Height Adjustable for DSLR Camera Shoulder Rig (New) - 1087 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/2118766-15mm-aluminum-rod-16](https://www.desertcart.be/products/2118766-15mm-aluminum-rod-16) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-07-08*