Does Anyone Know What This Bracket Is??

[pudha]

The brass one on top of the long metal plate.

http://img858.imageshack.us/i/bracketm.jpg/

I went to my local hardware store today but they had absolutely no idea!

I just need the name of this bracket and what section it would be found in (fixing, electrical, aerials etc)?

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[foxhole]

What is it for?

 

[pudha]

Hey Foxhole

I wish to build a camera mount.

Check the video here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziPB5sC5CCk&feature=player_embedded#at=136

 

[wingcoax]

That "brass" is plated steel. The quick release fitting is held by a thumbscrew.

 

[pudha]

Hey Wingcoax

What's the actual name for that brass bracket? What do I ask for at the hardware store? Walking in there asking for a brass plate will be a hit or miss scenario.

What is this brass bracket used for?

I have a feeling its for TV aerial installations

 

[wingcoax]

Looks like it could be for a mast mounting clamp.Best bet would be to take it with you.

 

[foxhole]

If you don't know what the bracket came from it,s likely to be purpose built by manufacturer for the job so will not be available off the shelf.

 

[pudha]

If I cannot get this bracket, what would you guys use as an alternative to achieve the same thing?

 

[JonB]

Loads of brackets if you Google "camera fixing bracket".

Or remove the top of a camera tripod, my tripod appears to have a similar quick release fitting.
JonB