Overhead Camera Tripod

Step 5: Top Piece Drilling

This step finalizes the drilling for the top piece of the clamp.

Materials:

• Drill Press
• Marking Tool
• Drill Bit Assortment
• Template
• 1 of Wood Screw
• 3 of 3" Hardwood Pieces

Procedure:

1. Dissassemble the workpiece. Lay it out as pictured. From top-most image to bottom-most:
   • Top Piece: wood screw termination, 1/4 way hole, through hole
   • Middle Piece: wood screw countersink, through hole, through hole
   • Bottom Piece: through hole, through hole
2. Using a large step-bit, enlarge the 1/4 way hole of the top piece to accomodate a much larger bit.
3. Use a large drill bit to create a cavity for a machine screw & washer (ex. 1/2" drill bit).
4. Rotate workpiece about the horizontal axis 90° over 'C', mark & drill (ex. 5/32" drill bit).