Nodal slide plate for Hasselblad X2D with custom Arca Swiss clamp

This is a version of my nodal plate for the Hasselblad X2D that includes a custom made arcaswiss clamp instead of a bought one. Please check out the other model for more information on usage and printing, and supports: 

There are other 3D printed arca swiss plates out there but the issue is that when adding pressure on the clamp, they will just bend and deform. I worked on this one for a while until I figured out a system and geometry that minimizes the bending and binding.

Using my L bracket with this plate and clamp will ensure that the camera will be aligned properly on its focal plane.

This is definitely not for heavy duty setups, and I don't recommend using in a vertical position as you cannot apply as much pressure with this as with your regular metal clamps. Also, try not to over tighten. 

I printed mine out of Polymaker Fiberon (ASA-CF08) and TPU layer on the know (not required). Print the plug out of TPU (this goes into the end of the knob, but not absolutely required).

Hardware used for the clamp itself:

• One 60mm M5 screw

• 2x M5 hex nuts

• 2x 20mm long, 3mm steel dowels

• 2x 4x10mm springs

• 1x 5x11x4 bearing (tap this into the knob after inserting the nut, this will make the knob more solid and smoother, but absolutely not required) 

• 2x M4 screws, 16 to 20mm long for attaching the clamp to the plate.

I think the assembly of the clamp should be obvious but let me know if there are any questions.

For a nodal plate that uses a commercial arca swiss clamp, see the other model linked above.

Once again, exercise judgement before using this with an expensive or heavy camera.

My website: https://www.davidpichevin.com