This item is a surveying bipod, specifically a prism pole holder designed for use with surveying instruments like total stations or leveling staffs.
It features adjustable telescoping legs, typically extending up to 6 feet and collapsing to about 3.5 feet.
The bipod is constructed from lightweight aluminum for portability and durability in field conditions.
It includes a clamp mechanism, such as a "crocodile clamp," to securely hold prism poles up to 1.5 inches in diameter.
This tool allows a single surveyor to stabilize and hold poles independently.