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Apr 18, 2019 14:40:41   #
aphelps Loc: Central Ohio
 
What is the best way to mount a speed light with hot shoe connector to a tripod with 1/4 -20 thread?
I have tried those plastic cubes that provide a jack for wired triggering but they are too fragile and break easily. Is there a metal adapter out there? The speedlight will be radio-triggered so no need to access hot shoe terminals. Some good ideas would be appreciated.

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Apr 18, 2019 14:46:46   #
kskarma Loc: Topeka, KS
 
Have a look at the Manfrotto 026. It also allows for mounting an umbrella, if needed. And...there are lots of other, similar and less expensive options. eBay has tons of them.... Good luck...

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Apr 18, 2019 14:57:59   #
Bill_de Loc: US
 
I use these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M1MF7PI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1


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Apr 18, 2019 15:02:52   #
rook2c4 Loc: Philadelphia, PA USA
 
You could buy one of these. They should be fairly indestructible, as long as you refrain from destroying the threading by over-tightening the screw.
http://www.amazon.com/Flash-Stand-Adapter-4-inch-Tripod/dp/B005HTZJBY/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?creativeASIN=B005HTZJBY&linkCode=w61&imprToken=se9A4C.roNM0vrI53x9wKQ&slotNum=0

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Apr 18, 2019 15:29:30   #
aphelps Loc: Central Ohio
 
kskarma wrote:
Have a look at the Manfrotto 026. It also allows for mounting an umbrella, if needed. And...there are lots of other, similar and less expensive options. eBay has tons of them.... Good luck...


Thanks for the info.

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Apr 18, 2019 15:30:25   #
aphelps Loc: Central Ohio
 
These look perfect. Thanks for the info.

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Apr 18, 2019 15:31:28   #
aphelps Loc: Central Ohio
 
These look perfect. Thanks for the info.

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Apr 18, 2019 15:57:18   #
larryepage Loc: North Texas area
 
aphelps wrote:
What is the best way to mount a speed light with hot shoe connector to a tripod with 1/4 -20 thread?
I have tried those plastic cubes that provide a jack for wired triggering but they are too fragile and break easily. Is there a metal adapter out there? The speedlight will be radio-triggered so no need to access hot shoe terminals. Some good ideas would be appreciated.

My SB-800s came with a foot that could sit on a flat surface. The foot also can screw onto a 1/4 x 20 screw either on a tripod or on a standard light stand. It is the AS--19 Speedlight Stand. Not sure what the Nikon price is, but it is available from Amazon for $7.95.

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Apr 18, 2019 16:12:14   #
joer Loc: Colorado/Illinois
 
aphelps wrote:
What is the best way to mount a speed light with hot shoe connector to a tripod with 1/4 -20 thread?
I have tried those plastic cubes that provide a jack for wired triggering but they are too fragile and break easily. Is there a metal adapter out there? The speedlight will be radio-triggered so no need to access hot shoe terminals. Some good ideas would be appreciated.


https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1342132-REG/godox_s_ec_bracket_for_elinchrom.html/?ap=y&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3-39wrna4QIVSV6GCh21WghFEAQYASABEgJRJfD_BwE&lsft=BI%3A514&smp=Y

This is best and safest way to mount a speedlight. You can find them on Amazon for much less.

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Apr 18, 2019 17:36:57   #
wrangler5 Loc: Missouri
 
joer wrote:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1342132-REG/godox_s_ec_bracket_for_elinchrom.html/?ap=y&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3-39wrna4QIVSV6GCh21WghFEAQYASABEgJRJfD_BwE&lsft=BI%3A514&smp=Y

This is best and safest way to mount a speedlight. You can find them on Amazon for much less.


I have some of these and they are indeed a great way to mount a speedlight, especially if you want it reasonably centered behind an umbrella. But these brackets do NOT mount on a tripod screw - they fit OVER and clamp to a light stand.

If you're only going to put a speedlight on it, consider one of these https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Universal-Speedlite-Umbrella/dp/B00JJJR7PY/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=speedlight+mounting+bracket&qid=1555623095&s=gateway&sr=8-7, which comes with an adapter for small and large tripod screws. I'm not sure I'd feel too good about putting an umbrella in one, though, if the only attachment is with a tripod screw to that little adapter - the leverage on that tiny a base must be enormous .

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Apr 18, 2019 17:55:26   #
rgrenaderphoto Loc: Hollywood, CA
 
larryepage wrote:
My SB-800s came with a foot that could sit on a flat surface. The foot also can screw onto a 1/4 x 20 screw either on a tripod or on a standard light stand. It is the AS--19 Speedlight Stand. Not sure what the Nikon price is, but it is available from Amazon for $7.95.


Here's a link:

https://www.adorama.com/nkas19.html?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=adl-gbase

These work perfectly.

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Apr 18, 2019 18:46:11   #
Blenheim Orange Loc: Michigan
 
I have been happy with everything from Lumopro - well made, and warranted

Here is their swivel clamp:

http://lumopro.com/index.php/compact-umbrella-swivel-with-variable-shoe.html

"The LP633 Umbrella Swivel will mount any standard shoe-mount flash to a light stand or other accessory. With a fully metal body and compact design, the LP633 is durable enough for heavy use without adding lots of weight to your camera bag. Primarily designed for use on a light stand, the swivel can be used with or without an umbrella or other shafted light modifier. When using an umbrella, the 10 degree-tilted umbrella shaft hole and geared-tooth locking mechanism in the main joint of the swivel ensures a secure, no-slip fit at any angle. The LP633 fits on any standard 5/8", 1/4"-20 or 3/8" threaded male accessory. Removable 3/8" and 1/4"-20 female threaded brass inserts are included."

I buy Lumopro products from Midwest Photo.

https://mpex.com/

Recommended by David Hobby at the Strobist website:

https://strobist.blogspot.com/2013/12/without-reservation-recommended-gear.html

Mike

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Apr 18, 2019 19:21:33   #
CO
 
If you are looking at a swivel umbrella bracket, Kupo is the strongest. The Kupo brackets have a large clamping area and will not slip from the leverage the umbrella exerts on it. I use one with my 41" umbrellas. I had a Manfrotto swivel umbrella bracket once. The leverage from my 41" umbrellas would cause it to slip even when well tightened.



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Apr 19, 2019 05:38:50   #
EoS_User Loc: Oshawa, Ontario Canada
 
larryepage wrote:
My SB-800s came with a foot that could sit on a flat surface. The foot also can screw onto a 1/4 x 20 screw either on a tripod or on a standard light stand. It is the AS--19 Speedlight Stand. Not sure what the Nikon price is, but it is available from Amazon for $7.95.


My Canon 430 EX II Speedlite also has a stand with a 1/4 20 thread on the bottom. I use this all the time to mount the flash on a tripod. Works great, never had an issue. I've also purchased some third party flash stands similar to the Canon stand. All have threads on the bottom. Not expensive either.

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Apr 19, 2019 05:50:05   #
Real Nikon Lover Loc: Simi Valley, CA
 
Check out my DIY...

https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-562360-1.html

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