Arca-Swiss Style Clamp - Free 3D Print Model

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Print Profile(4)

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X1 Carbon

P1S

P1P

X1E

A1 mini

H2D

H2D Pro

H2S

P2S

H2C

X2D

A2L

Full US version, 0.2mm layer, 6 walls, 40% infill

Designer

1.2 h

1 plate

4.9(10)

Full metric version, 0.2mm layer, 6 walls, 40% infill

Designer

1.2 h

1 plate

5.0(9)

Narrow US version, 0.2mm layer, 6 walls, 40% infill

Designer

56 min

1 plate

5.0(1)

Narrow metric version, 0.2mm layer, 6 walls, 40% infill

Designer

56 min

1 plate

5.0(1)

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Description

These clamps fit Arca-Swiss style quick-release mounting plates for cameras and other photographic equipment. I designed these clamps for applications that require them to be bolted or screwed to a flat surface. There are two widths, full and narrow, with US or metric dimensions for each width. In the US versions, the mounting holes are spaced 1 inch and 5/8 inch apart for the full and narrow clamps, respectively. In the metric versions, the holes are spaced 25 mm and 16 mm apart, respectively. STL files are included for those with other printer brands.

Required Hardware for US Versions

(1) Hex bolt, ¼"-20 thread, 3" length
(2) Springs, 5mm diameter, 25mm length, 0.4mm wire thickness
(1) Washer, M6 or #12 or ¼"
(1) Hex nut, ¼"-20 thread
(2) Flat head machine screws with nuts, #8-32 thread, for mounting
(2) (Optional) Flat head wood or machine screws, #8 diameter, for mounting on wood

Required Hardware for Metric Versions

(1) Hex bolt, M6 thread, 75mm or 80mm length
(2) Springs, 5mm diameter, 25mm length, 0.4mm wire thickness
(1) Washer, M6
(1) Hex nut, M6 thread
(2) Flat head machine screws with nuts, M4 thread, for mounting
(2) (Optional) Flat head wood or machine screws, M4 diameter, for mounting on wood

Assembly. The assembly diagram shows hardware location. The main bolt and nut fit snugly and may require gentle tapping to insert.

Printing tips. I printed the clamps with PETG-CF. They can also be printed with PLA. To optimize strength, print the clamp components on their sides. A brim may be required for some printers.