DIY GoPro Jaw Clamp Mount

by tsmith175

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Intro: DIY GoPro Jaw Clamp Mount

A bit late on the GoPro craze, but I've decided to try to assemble a Jaw Clamp mount. found simple tutorials so I just followed along to see how easy it would be(tremendously). For around $4, you can have a clamp mount a fraction of the official accessory cost.

STEP 1: Tools and Materials

You'll need:

Drill

Wrench(probably)

Screwdriver(probably)

Bolt that fits GoPro tripod mount*($.20)

2 Nuts that fit bolt*($.09 ea.)

Jaw Clamp(around $3)

*Completely forgot measurements for nuts and bolts, but just take the mount with you(not a big piece)

STEP 2: Assembly

Drill a hole approximately the size of the bolt into the clamp(I chose the curved area and off to the side to avoid the reinforcement). After that, fit the bolt into the inside of the clamp and secure the nuts. After you should be able to secure Your camera onto whatever you need, I did this project for music purposes but the possibilities are endless!

7 Comments

dimebagcfh 8 years ago

what would you use on each end of the clamp to not damage the wood?

tsmith175 8 years ago

The clamp i chose hasn't been damaging, but tape could work to cushion it

rich60 8 years ago

Great idea. I had a bought clamp that I used for my camera, but my son borrowed it and lost it. Making these will be a great cost saver. Thanks for the idea ??

mattsb 8 years ago

bolt should be 1/4 - 20, i.e. quarter inch with 20 threads per inch. Pretty much the standard size threads for camera tripods.

tomatoskins 8 years ago

This is a great idea! Thanks for sharing!