V-mount crab clamp 50mm quick release

Key features

If you use a DSLR camera with a V-mount battery, this clamp-style quick release adapter helps you rig power more neatly for shoots. The V-mount Universal Crab Clamp V Lock battery mount attaches to tripod or light stand setups, so you can keep battery access practical rather than fiddly. It is designed to suit common external power workflows, with a quick release action that lets you mount and remove the battery quickly during breaks.

The clamp’s V-shaped design gives you flexible attachment options. It can clamp onto a range of shapes and surfaces, including flat or curved areas, and it can also clamp onto a 15 mm rod. The maximum opening is 50 mm, which helps when you are trying to secure it to tripod legs, pipes, bigger handle light stands, and similar rig elements. You also get an anti slip rubber pad for steadier gripping during use. 👍

If you are setting up lighting and camera at the same time, speed matters. The push or pull lever design, with a V-lock female quick release adapter, is built for quick swaps. That can reduce downtime when you are moving between shots or when you are using multiple batteries across a session. It is a simple add-on that fits into existing tripod, stand, and light workflows without needing complicated changes.

Tech specs

• Name: V-Mount Universal Crab Clamp V Lock Battery Quick Release Mount Adapter
• Type: Crab clamp V-mount battery holder with quick release
• Capacity: Maximum opening 50 mm
• Compatibility: V-mount batteries and external power use for DSLR cameras
• Clamp range: 15 mm to 55 mm for pipes, tripod legs, stands and hooks
• Material: Aluminium alloy and stainless steel build

What stands out

The most useful part is the combination of mounting flexibility and fast access. The clamp can be fixed using the clamp mechanism on suitable surfaces, and it also works with a 15 mm rod, which suits many common rig layouts in studios and on location. The anti slip rubber pad helps the clamp hold more confidently, especially when you are handling the stand during adjustments. 😊

It is also built around a V-lock female quick release adapter, so the workflow stays consistent with V-mount batteries you already use. The push or pull lever design is intended to make attaching and removing the battery quick, rather than requiring time consuming repositioning. Keep in mind that compatibility depends on using V-mount batteries that work as external power sources for DSLR cameras, so it is worth matching the battery type to your camera power setup.

From a durability perspective, the aluminium alloy and stainless steel construction aims to handle regular handling. That matters for freelancers and small crews who set up and pack down repeatedly. The included customer support and warranty coverage add extra reassurance when you are investing in rigging parts you rely on day to day. ✅

Who it’s for

It makes sense if you are running a DSLR camera on external battery power and you want a practical way to mount a V-mount battery to tripod legs or light stands. You’ll likely appreciate it if you often change batteries during shoots, because the quick release lever is geared towards faster mounting and removal. It also suits setups where you prefer clamp based rigging rather than using separate battery cages.

It might not suit you if your current system needs a different mounting method than tripod or light stand clamping. Also, while the clamp is adjustable across a defined range, you still need a suitable rod or surface size that falls within the stated opening and clamping limits. If you are happy working within those constraints, it can be a straightforward addition to your existing lighting and camera build.