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Kirk QRC-1 Quick Release Clamp for Arca-Type Plates - 1" Base

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Kirk QRC-1 Quick Release Clamp for Arca-Type Plates - 1" Base
Key Features
  • 1/4"-20 Tripod Mount Thread
The Kirk QRC-1 Quick Release Clamp is a 1" long clamp that is compatible with all Arca Swiss-type plates and mounts. The clamp is made of lightweight aluminum and stainless steel construction, to provide long-lasting dependability. No internal mechanisms are exposed, and this clamp engineered with safety stop relief grooves that provide improved versatility when mated with Kirk camera plates. Kirk plates are designed so that they will slide halfway across the clamp before stopping, giving you greater control without sacrificing flexibility.

Just one quarter turn of the locking knob allows the camera mounted to the plate to be easily adjusted along its path or, if the safety stops are not used, to be removed entirely from the side. A full turn allows the camera to be removed from the top.

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Kirk QRC-1 Overview

The Kirk QRC-1 Quick Release Clamp is a 1" long clamp that is compatible with all Arca Swiss-type plates and mounts. The clamp is made of lightweight aluminum and stainless steel construction, to provide long-lasting dependability. No internal mechanisms are exposed, and this clamp engineered with safety stop relief grooves that provide improved versatility when mated with Kirk camera plates. Kirk plates are designed so that they will slide halfway across the clamp before stopping, giving you greater control without sacrificing flexibility.

Just one quarter turn of the locking knob allows the camera mounted to the plate to be easily adjusted along its path or, if the safety stops are not used, to be removed entirely from the side. A full turn allows the camera to be removed from the top.

Captive stop screws and mounting screw
No exposed internal mechanisms

Kirk QRC-1 Specs

Quick Release Plate
Mounting
1x 1/4"-20 Female
Assembly
Plate Locking Method
Screw Knob
General
Quick Release Plate Type
Arca-Type
Quick Disconnect System
No
Bubble Level
No
Materials
Aluminum
Dimensions
1" / 2.54 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.165 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.1 x 5.65 x 1.05"

Kirk QRC-1 Reviews

Kirk can't be missed.

By Paul
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-09

If you need accessories, you can't ignore Kirk products. Simple, well designed, and quality manufacturing. These clamps hold fast, don't loosen until you do so, and make attaching to straps fast and secure. You won't be disappointed.

Nice Quality

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-09-16

Nice Quality, you get what you pay for

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question

Is the knob also made out of aluminum? or is it plastic? other? Thank you.
Asked by: Ethan
These suckers are small, but heavy, and I seriously doubt they use any aluminum - solid steel I'd say - and so I've trusted them for years.
Answered by: Bruce B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Can this clamp be mounted flush to broad flush surface or will the knob impede that kind of mounting? I guess another way of asking the question is does the knob protrude below the bottom of the clamp?
Asked by: Anders
No, it cant, ...yes, the knob protrudes below the bottom of the clamp
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2018-10-24

question

What is the maximum load the Kirk QRC-1 is designed/able to hold securely? Can I attach a Nikon D4 with a 70-200/2.8 lens to it?
Asked by: Anonymous
I have a Canon 6D, and I regularly attach it to my Black Rapid strap with a 70-200 2.8L IS using this clamp. I don't know how the weight of my camera/lens compares to yours, but I would think it would be fine. This is a heavy duty, well made clamp. Just make sure you tighten the screw well!
Answered by: Peter C.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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