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Wimberley C-12 Quick Release Clamp (2.5", 6.4 cm Long)

BH #WIQRCC12 • MFR #C-12
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Wimberley C-12 Overview

The Wimberley C-12 Quick Release Clamp (2.5", 6.4 cm Long) replaces the former model, the C-10. This clamp comes with a selection of fasteners to allow you to securely attach the clamp to a wide variety of equipment. Installation instructions are included to help you determine which fasteners are needed for your particular needs.

Compatible ball heads are:

  • Arca-Swiss B1, Z1
  • Gitzo 1780, 2780, 3780
  • Cullmann 40200, 40170, 40180, 40190
  • Linhof Profi II, Profi III
  • Manfrotto 468MG, 468MGRC0, 468MGRC2, 468MGRC3, 468MGRC5, 488RC0, 488RC4, 490RC4, Proball 468
  • Feisol CB-50D
  • FLM Centerball 58 FT
  • Giottos M-H 1000, M-H1001, M-H1300, M-H2000, M-H3000, M-H3300
  • Gitzo 1177M, 1277M, 1278M, 1377M, 1378M, 1780, 2780, 3780
  • Novoflex Ball 30
  • Really Right Stuff BH-40, BH-55 LR

Tongue-in-Pocket Design
Wimberley clamps have a unique tongue-in-pocket design that protects internal parts from dust and grit. The tongues are nearly twice as long as those on conventional Arca-Swiss style clamps. This added length counteracts the tendency of the moving jaw of the clamp to hinge backward during clamping, thus keeping the jaws aligned with the geometry of the plate and eliminating unwanted bending forces on the threaded stud.
Captive Knob
There is a stop screw located on the end of the stud. This screw keeps the knob and internal workings of the clamp captive.
Special Grooves
Two shallow channels extend from the sides of the clamp and stop just short of the central tapped hole. These channels allow greater fore-aft adjustment when using the safety stops on Wimberley quick release plates.
UPC: 753182834429

Wimberley C-12 Specs

Quick Release Plate
Mounting
1x 1/4"-20 Female
1x 3/8"-16 Female
Assembly
Plate Locking Method
Screw Knob
General
Quick Release Plate Type
Arca-Type
Quick Disconnect System
No
Bubble Level
No
Materials
Aluminum
Dimensions
3.4 x 2.5 x 0.63" / 8.6 x 6.3 x 1.6 cm
Weight
4.5 oz / 127.6 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8 x 4.1 x 1"

Wimberley C-12 Reviews

Of the highest quality

By Maxwell
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-04-02

I have 4 different Wimberley products, and all of them are of the highest quality (think Arca Swiss, Gitzo, etc). This is a no regrets purchase. I used it to repair an old Linhof ball-head with a broken clamp. I'd purchased the the ball-head years earlier from B&H as well! Thanks B&H!

Awesome/beefy/very secure clamp!

By kevin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-02

Trust my heavy gear in it - period. Nuff said. Knob is easy to turn/use.

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Will this work on a Manfrotto Befree GT XPRO which

Will this work on a Manfrotto Befree GT XPRO which has a 496 Center Ball Head?
Asked by: Martha
The Wimberley C-12 Quick Release Clamp is not compatible with the Manfrotto 494 head. However, you could remove the head from the Manfrotto Befree legs and replace it with an Arca Swiss compatible head such as this Oben: https://bit.ly/4b07knT.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2026-02-22

I have only used level type Arca Swiss type ...

I have only used level type Arca Swiss type releases. How do you prevent a twist type from coming loose?
Asked by: steven
The twist knob in the Wimberley C-12 Quick Release Clamp (2.5", 6.4 cm Long) does not get loose on its own. It takes many turns of the knob to open and close the clamp. You don't need to do anything special to keep it from unscrewing on its own.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2024-08-07

Can this clamp be mounted directly to a Skimmer ...

Can this clamp be mounted directly to a Skimmer Pod?
Asked by: Mary Susan
Yes, this can mount directly to the Skimmer Pod. The 3/8-16" threads of the Wimberley C-12 QR clamp can screw completely onto the Skimmer Pod's 3/8"-16 stainless steel captive bolt. In fact, the C-12 is actually recommended by the Skimmer Pod's manufacturer, Naturescapes, as being perfectly matched for it.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2022-02-06

Will this work on a Manfrotto BE FREE MH494-BH ?

Will this work on a Manfrotto BE FREE MH494-BH ?
Asked by: Ellen
The Wimberley C-12 Quick Release Clamp is not compatible with the Manfrotto MH494 head. However, you could remove the head from the Manfrotto Befree legs and replace it with an Arca Swiss compatible head such as this Oben: https://bit.ly/4b07knT
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2024-01-16

Will this work on the Novoflex MagicBall 50?

Will this work on the Novoflex MagicBall 50?
Asked by: Joseph
Yes.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-06-12

Can this clamp be mounted on a Vanguard SBH-100 ...

Can this clamp be mounted on a Vanguard SBH-100 ball head?
Asked by: Norman
It has not been tested. But technically it should fit.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2021-11-04

Hi there, will this clamp work with the Really ...

Hi there, will this clamp work with the Really Right Stuff BH -55?? thanks john
Asked by: John
It can used to replace the clamp on the Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ball Head with Full-Size Lever-Release Clamp (Chrome), BH #REBH55LR • MFR #BH-55 LR, https://bhpho.to/3dU2HyA
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2020-10-25

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Will the Kirk PZ-148 Arca-Type Compact Quick Release Plate for Canon EOS 5D Mark III, 5DS and 5DS R B&H # KIPZ148 MFR # PZ-148 work with this?
Asked by: Joseph
Yes it will.
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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