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New Adapter for our Photography Customers
Today we are pleased to launch our new 5/8" Stud Adapter for our photography customers:
5/8" Stud Adapter
Many common photography accessories such as ring lights, strobe heads and soft boxes have 5/8" receivers for attaching to monopods, tripods and light stands. Now you can attach all of these accessories to SnakeClamp flexible gooseneck or rigid arms with this 5/8" Stud Adapter for the ultimate in flexibility. Position your equipment exactly where you want it!
5/8" Stud Adapter attached to flexible gooseneck arm
This high quality adapter is machined from type 303 stainless steel for a lifetime of use. It is available for shipping today.
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Today we are pleased to launch our new 5/8" Stud Adapter for our photography customers:
5/8" Stud Adapter
Many common photography accessories such as ring lights, strobe heads and soft boxes have 5/8" receivers for attaching to monopods, tripods and light stands. Now you can attach all of these accessories to SnakeClamp flexible gooseneck or rigid arms with this 5/8" Stud Adapter for the ultimate in flexibility. Position your equipment exactly where you want it!
5/8" Stud Adapter attached to flexible gooseneck arm
This high quality adapter is machined from type 303 stainless steel for a lifetime of use. It is available for shipping today.
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An Affordable Flexible Gooseneck iPad or Tablet Attachment to an Invacare TDX SP2 Power Wheelchair
Among the many uses for SnakeClamp flexible arm products is the assistive devices category. Our products are used to to position and hold all kinds of objects - including iPads/tablets, smartphones, cups/drinks, joystick controllers, etc. - for folks with limited mobility.
We visited recently with a longtime SnakeClamp customer in Charleston, SC who uses an iPad SnakeClamp to attach his iPad to an Invacare TDX SP2 power wheelchair. The purpose of the visit was to get a first hand look at the powerchair and determine if the SnakeClamp could be permanently attached to the chair. The powerchair supplier - Bobby Bryant from PHC Health - also joined us.
One of the features of the TDX SP2 is the ability of the chair to tilt back from the base. So we did not want to attach the SnakeClamp to the base, but rather to the chair itself so that it would also move when the chair was tilted back. Then the iPad would always be in the same position relative to the user.
Invacare TDX SP2 Power Wheelchair
While looking over the chair we discovered a T-slot on the side of the chair which is used to attach various components such as side rails. Bobby had a sample t-nut which we inserted into the slot for testing.
The T-Slot bar on the side of the TDX SP2 chair
After some tinkering we came up with the idea of inserting a 3/8" button-head screw into the slot, along with an internal-tooth washer to prevent rotation.
3/8" button-head screw inserted into t-slot
On the outside of the t-slot we installed a SnakeClamp coupling (SCP-CPL) which has slot cuts for tightening. With the internal-tooth lockwasher on the inside of the slot we were able to tighten the assembly without any slipping.
We then attached a SnakeClamp 90 Degree Angle Adapter (SCP-90) and Quick Disconnect (SCP-QD). The Quick Disconnect is optional, but this allows the customer to quickly remove the entire SnakeClamp flexible arm and iPad from the chair with a quick push and twist.
SnakeClamp coupling, 90 degree angle adapter and quick disconnect
It is important to insert the appropriate washers to lock the components together so we put together an illustration:
The end result is a happy customer. Shown is the 18" Super Duty flexible gooseneck arm and Extra Large Adjustable Tablet Mount.
Thank you to Reynaldo Acosta for inviting us into his home and for the technical assistance of Bobby Bryant.
UPDATE 5/20/19 - we have added a "Powerchair Hardware Pack" that includes all of the hardware shown in the picture. This does not include the Quick Disconnect, which is optional and can be purchased separately.
https://snakeclamp.com/products/powerchair-hardware-pack
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Among the many uses for SnakeClamp flexible arm products is the assistive devices category. Our products are used to to position and hold all kinds of objects - including iPads/tablets, smartphones, cups/drinks, joystick controllers, etc. - for folks with limited mobility.
We visited recently with a longtime SnakeClamp customer in Charleston, SC who uses an iPad SnakeClamp to attach his iPad to an Invacare TDX SP2 power wheelchair. The purpose of the visit was to get a first hand look at the powerchair and determine if the SnakeClamp could be permanently attached to the chair. The powerchair supplier - Bobby Bryant from PHC Health - also joined us.
One of the features of the TDX SP2 is the ability of the chair to tilt back from the base. So we did not want to attach the SnakeClamp to the base, but rather to the chair itself so that it would also move when the chair was tilted back. Then the iPad would always be in the same position relative to the user.
Invacare TDX SP2 Power Wheelchair
While looking over the chair we discovered a T-slot on the side of the chair which is used to attach various components such as side rails. Bobby had a sample t-nut which we inserted into the slot for testing.
The T-Slot bar on the side of the TDX SP2 chair
After some tinkering we came up with the idea of inserting a 3/8" button-head screw into the slot, along with an internal-tooth washer to prevent rotation.
3/8" button-head screw inserted into t-slot
On the outside of the t-slot we installed a SnakeClamp coupling (SCP-CPL) which has slot cuts for tightening. With the internal-tooth lockwasher on the inside of the slot we were able to tighten the assembly without any slipping.
We then attached a SnakeClamp 90 Degree Angle Adapter (SCP-90) and Quick Disconnect (SCP-QD). The Quick Disconnect is optional, but this allows the customer to quickly remove the entire SnakeClamp flexible arm and iPad from the chair with a quick push and twist.
SnakeClamp coupling, 90 degree angle adapter and quick disconnect
It is important to insert the appropriate washers to lock the components together so we put together an illustration:
The end result is a happy customer. Shown is the 18" Super Duty flexible gooseneck arm and Extra Large Adjustable Tablet Mount.
Thank you to Reynaldo Acosta for inviting us into his home and for the technical assistance of Bobby Bryant.
UPDATE 5/20/19 - we have added a "Powerchair Hardware Pack" that includes all of the hardware shown in the picture. This does not include the Quick Disconnect, which is optional and can be purchased separately.
https://snakeclamp.com/products/powerchair-hardware-pack
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SnakeClamp Launches New 6" x 6" Square Base Mounting Option
Today we are pleased to announce the newest addition to our line of mounting base options for your SnakeClamp - our 6" x 6" Square Base:
The Square Base is made from 1/4" thick steel and features a durable black powdercoat painted finish. It includes a countersunk center hole and a 3/8" stainless steel flat head screw and washers for attaching SnakeClamp brand flexible gooseneck or rigid arms. It weights about 2-1/4 lbs. which is the perfect weight for stable mounting of small tablets, cameras, webcams and the like.
The top side has a single hole for attaching your flexible gooseneck or rigid arm:
The bottom side has a countersink for the 3/8" stainless steel flat-head screw. Note the included felt pads to protect your work surface:
Here is an example application as a Logitech webcam stand - shown with our Camera Mount Adapter, 13" Flexible Gooseneck Arm, Black and Square Base:
We're always looking for new ways to expand our product line to meet our customers' needs. If you have an idea or suggestion please contact us.
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Today we are pleased to announce the newest addition to our line of mounting base options for your SnakeClamp - our 6" x 6" Square Base:
The Square Base is made from 1/4" thick steel and features a durable black powdercoat painted finish. It includes a countersunk center hole and a 3/8" stainless steel flat head screw and washers for attaching SnakeClamp brand flexible gooseneck or rigid arms. It weights about 2-1/4 lbs. which is the perfect weight for stable mounting of small tablets, cameras, webcams and the like.
The top side has a single hole for attaching your flexible gooseneck or rigid arm:
The bottom side has a countersink for the 3/8" stainless steel flat-head screw. Note the included felt pads to protect your work surface:
Here is an example application as a Logitech webcam stand - shown with our Camera Mount Adapter, 13" Flexible Gooseneck Arm, Black and Square Base:
We're always looking for new ways to expand our product line to meet our customers' needs. If you have an idea or suggestion please contact us.
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Announcing our New 18" Very Light-Duty Flexible Gooseneck Tubing
Today we are pleased to announce the availability of our new 18" Very Light-Duty flexible gooseneck tube:
Customers have long asked us for a thinner, lighter flexible gooseneck tube for applications that don't support much weight (such as LED lighting). This new design is also an excellent option for our precision Micro Clamps. This new design is 18" long and features our same 3/8"-24 female threaded adapters on each end. Each adapter also comes with a 4mm set screw and allen wrench.
This flexible gooseneck tube features a durable chrome-plated finish. It weighs in at 5.5 ounces and has an outside diameter of 8mm. The inside diameter is 9/64". Mounted horizontally (the weakest orientation) it can support 2 ounces without bending. However it is stronger in other orientations.
Here we have combined our Micro Clamp with the 18" Very Light-Duty flexible gooseneck tube and our Round Base. The Round Base is also available with 2 or 3 mounting holes.
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Today we are pleased to announce the availability of our new 18" Very Light-Duty flexible gooseneck tube:
Customers have long asked us for a thinner, lighter flexible gooseneck tube for applications that don't support much weight (such as LED lighting). This new design is also an excellent option for our precision Micro Clamps. This new design is 18" long and features our same 3/8"-24 female threaded adapters on each end. Each adapter also comes with a 4mm set screw and allen wrench.
This flexible gooseneck tube features a durable chrome-plated finish. It weighs in at 5.5 ounces and has an outside diameter of 8mm. The inside diameter is 9/64". Mounted horizontally (the weakest orientation) it can support 2 ounces without bending. However it is stronger in other orientations.
Here we have combined our Micro Clamp with the 18" Very Light-Duty flexible gooseneck tube and our Round Base. The Round Base is also available with 2 or 3 mounting holes.
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The Mirror SnakeClamp - A Mirror, a Flexible Gooseneck Arm and a Mounting Base
Today we are pleased to announce the launch of our latest product - the Mirror SnakeClamp - your choice of 3 different mirrors for attaching to our line of flexible gooseneck tube arms and mounting base options:
Mirror SnakeClamp shown with rectangular mirror, 18" heavy-duty flexible gooseneck arm and round base
Our mirrors are offered in 3 sizes: 6-1/4" round, 8-1/2" round and 5-1/2" x 7-1/2" rectangular. The round mirrors are convex, which means that they are curved outward which provides a wider field of view. Similar to mirrors in automobiles, they make the objects look farther away than they actually are. The rectangular mirror is flat, so the object appears exactly as is.
8-1/2" Round convex mirror
6-1/4" Round convex mirror
The 6-1/4" round and rectangular mirrors attach to our line of flexible gooseneck tubes with an integral stainless steel adapter. The 8-1/2" round mirror includes a stainless steel bracket, screw and washer for attaching to the flexible gooseneck arm.
Attaching a mirror to a flexible gooseneck arm has all kinds of applications. For example it can give you a view of a tight workspace; or allow you to see around a corner. The possibilities are endless - in fact this product was designed at the request of a SnakeClamp customer.
With all of our flexible gooseneck tube designs and mounting base options, nobody offers as many options as the Mirror SnakeClamp. Build yours today!
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Today we are pleased to announce the launch of our latest product - the Mirror SnakeClamp - your choice of 3 different mirrors for attaching to our line of flexible gooseneck tube arms and mounting base options:
Mirror SnakeClamp shown with rectangular mirror, 18" heavy-duty flexible gooseneck arm and round base
Our mirrors are offered in 3 sizes: 6-1/4" round, 8-1/2" round and 5-1/2" x 7-1/2" rectangular. The round mirrors are convex, which means that they are curved outward which provides a wider field of view. Similar to mirrors in automobiles, they make the objects look farther away than they actually are. The rectangular mirror is flat, so the object appears exactly as is.
8-1/2" Round convex mirror
6-1/4" Round convex mirror
The 6-1/4" round and rectangular mirrors attach to our line of flexible gooseneck tubes with an integral stainless steel adapter. The 8-1/2" round mirror includes a stainless steel bracket, screw and washer for attaching to the flexible gooseneck arm.
Attaching a mirror to a flexible gooseneck arm has all kinds of applications. For example it can give you a view of a tight workspace; or allow you to see around a corner. The possibilities are endless - in fact this product was designed at the request of a SnakeClamp customer.
With all of our flexible gooseneck tube designs and mounting base options, nobody offers as many options as the Mirror SnakeClamp. Build yours today!