15 mm Series
Berkey System is now offering a complete line of components geared toward the most demanding camera professional. All Berkey System camera gear is based on the 15mm standard and is fully compatible with with other manufacturers 15mm gear. Berkey System offers full rigs as well as a vast offering of individual components. Using Berkey System components, you can fully customize your rig to suit your individual needs. All Berkey System products are made in the USA and are covered by our Lifetime Warranty. See Terms and Conditions for details.
Accessory Mounting Block, Tapped 1/4-20 w/Knob
This Accessory Mounting Block has five 1/4-20 tapped holes on it. You can screw any male 1/4-20 onto it and mount it just about anywhere on any 15mm tube.
Quad Rail Block
Use with any of our Camera Bases to provide vertical adjustment of Iris Rods. The innovative Quad permits vertical adjustments of the Iris Rods. It offers outstanding rigidity and quick, easy adjustments. The Quad has quickly become a popular choice for our Camera Base Plate customers.
Accessory Mount Block, Tapped 3/8-16 w/Knob
This Accessory Mounting Block has four 3/8-16 tapped holes on it. You can screw any male 3/8-16 onto it and mount it just about anywhere on any 15mm tube.
Accessory Mount Block, Tapped 1/4-20 w/Screw
This Accessory Mounting Block has five 1/4-20 tapped holes on it. You can screw any male 1/4-20 onto it and mount it just about anywhere on any 15mm tube.
Accessory Mount Block, Counter-bored w/Screw
This Accessory Mounting Block allows almost anything that has a 1/4-20 tapped on it to be mounted just about anywhere on any 15mm tube. The block can be mounted vertically or horizontally. One 1/4-20 socket head fastener included.
Accessory Mount Block, Counter-bored w/Knob
This Accessory Mounting Block allows almost anything that has a 1/4-20 tapped on it to be mounted just about anywhere on any 15mm tube. The block can be mounted in either a vertical or horizontal manner. One 1/4-20 socket head fastener included.
15 MM Right Angle Block
Right Angle Block. The 15 mm version of the block that started it all over 20 years ago. This block is the workhorse of the Berkey System. These blocks are available in both a left and right hand version. This allows access to the fastener even if you have two blocks side by side. An equal number of each is recommended. You can never have too many of these. Bore size is 15 mm and works well with all 15 mm tubing from other manufacturers.
Spud Blocks
The spud blocks clamp to any 15mm rod or accessory allowing infinite rotational adjustment.Ideal for mounting Handles orShoulder pads.
Adjustable Handle Grip 6 Inch
A remarkably light, easily adjustable solution for handles. Mount these on any 15 mm tube. Weight with hand grip, spud block, sleeves and rod is 192 grams.
Threaded Spud Block
Use this threaded spud to do just about anything you want. Great for handles.
Cross Clamp
The Cross Clamp provides a light-weight yet solid means for creating cages, handle mounts, and more. When used in conjunction with any of our camera base plates, or rail blocks, the user can create cages, secondary handles, or anything else you can dream up.
Corner Block
The corner block clamps any 15mm rod or accessory at a 90 degree angle. Dual knobs allow each side to be clamped individually. The open corner design of this block allows either one of the tubes to be passed through, greatly expanding its flexibility. Ideal for cages, handle attachment, and accessory mounting.
Parallel Block
What can we say about this block...hmmm. Not much. Some guys will find a use for it - we hope - so we made a few.
Carbon Fiber Rod
15 mm diameter carbon fiber tube. One 20 inch tube weighs just 36 grams or 1.25 ounce. Wow, that's light. The tubing is centerless ground to our specs for excellent fit and is very strong. Ends are capped. Made in USA. Rods sold individually. Currently sold out, more in stock around 4-28-13.
Standard 15mm Rods
Our Standard Rods are light weight and very strong. Made of 15mm diameter black anodized aluminum and are available in 2, 3, 4, 6 , 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 16, 18, 20 and 24 inch lengths. Rods sold individually.
Threaded 15mm Rods
Threaded 15mm rods add versatility to any rig. Tube is 6061 Aluminum and centerless ground to ensure perfect roundness. Rods are available in 3", 6", 7", 8", 9", 10", 12", 16", 18" and 20 " lengths. A standard 1/2-13 female thread on both ends offers compatibility with rods from many other manufacturers. Rods are sold individually.
Right Angle Flange Mount with 15mm Spud
The versatile Right Angle Flange Mount can be used to mount shoulder pads, accesories to a counterweight or even the F3 Accesory Mounting Plate. The 15mm spud has a 1/4-20 tapped hole in the end for additional flexibility. These have many other uses and can be mounted to anything that has our standard 10-32 tapped holes on 1" centers.
Rod Extensions
Rod Extensions are a convenient way to add to your rig. They are available in 3, 4, 6 and 9 inch lengths and are ideal for handle extensions or adding a counterweight to an existing rig.
Compatible with most other brands of rods with 1/2-13 threads.
Nylon Cap Screw, 1/2-13 threads
Use this Nylon Cap screw to protect your threaded rods or create a safety stop at the end of a rod. Knurled finish allows you to simply screw it onto the end of any rod by hand. The thread is 1/2-13 and works with all Berkey System threaded rods. It also works with other manufacturers rods that have a 1/2-13 thread. This cap screw weighs next to nothing at just 4 grams. Color is black. Quantity is one.
Nylon Cap Screw, 1/2-13 threads, 4 pack
Use this Nylon Cap screw to protect your threaded rods or create a safety stop at the end of a rod. Knurled finish allows you to simply screw it onto the end of any rod by hand. The thread is 1/2-13 and works with all Berkey System threaded rods. It also work with other manufacturers rods that have a 1/2-13 thread. This cap screw weighs next to nothing at just 4 grams. Color is black. Sold in packs of four.
Focus Motor
New! Focus motor for motion control. Interfaces with any existing motion control system. It's been in used on dozens of national TV spots with Red ones, Alexas and Epics. Now we have scaled it down and its a perfect match for DSLR's. This 1 amp stepper motor clamps right on to your 15mm camera rods and swings in to mesh with any industry standard 32 pitch (0.8 mod) lens gear. Works great with Dragonframe. Motor included.
Sony NEX FS-700 Top Mount Accessory Plate
Just in time for the release of the incredibly cool Sony NEX FS-700. Shipping now! This top mount accessory plate allows you to mount just about anything you can think of on top of your FS-700. The plate is loaded with tapped holes in both the Berkey System standard and in RED standard spacing so that you can use any of our standard 15 mm accessories or any of our RED accessories to customize your FS-700 for your shooting style. Add handles, monitors, EVF's, top mount iris rods and more...way more than I can think of at this late hour. Read the rest of this entry »
Standard Rail Block
The Standard 60mm Rail Block provides many options for mounting just about anything in our line. The 60mm rail block is simple and basic, yet very solid. Two 10-32 and one 1/4-20 tapped mounting holes on all 4 sides add to its understated versatility. Can be used to create a simple camera base plate, added to the cross clamp, and a whole lot more.
Shorty handle assembly
We've had quite a few customers asking for the Shorty grip assembly so we've added it to the line. The grip measures 3 inches long and the overall length is 5.25 inches long. The Delrin end cap ensures the the grip is firmly located and will not flex. The spud block allows it to be mounted on any 15 mm tube. It's a solid little grip. Weight is 98 grams.
Accessory Mounting Post 1/2-13 TO 1/4-20
This Accessory Mounting Post allows you to mount accessories to any of our Threaded Rods with a female 1/2-13 thread. The 1/4-20 female thread on the other end is for mounting anything with a 1/4-20 male thread. The body is 15mm diameter and 1 inch long .
Shorty hand grip
We've had quite a few customers asking for the Shorty grip assembly so we've added it to the line. Mount this grip on the end of any 15 mm tube The rubber grip portion measures 3 inches long and the overall length is 3.5 inches long. The Delrin end cap ensures the the grip is firmly located at the end of the tube and will not flex. It's a solid little grip. Hex key included.
Flying Mini Cheeseplate
Now you can put a small cheeseplate anywhere you want. Cheeseplate is tapped with 1/4-20's on with RED spacing. The spud end fits in any 15 mm female clamp or block.
15mm to 5/8″ Grip Gear Interface Rod
Need to mount you camera in the strangest places and have it work with existing grip gear? Now you can. Just insert the 15 mm end into any 15 mm series block and make new friends with all the grips. Also available in 500 and 750/19mm series.
1/2-13 Threaded Coupler
Use this threaded coupler to join two or more threaded rods together. Work with most other manufacturers threaded tube. Thread is 1/2-13.
Accessory Mounting Post with Captive Screw
This Accessory Mounting Post allows you to mount any accessory that has a 1/4-20 female thread. They are available in 1.5" and 2" lengths. The 1/4 20 captive screw helps to keep you from losing your knob and makes it much easier to use. It has the same high quality fluted knob that is used for camera knobs, but with a longer screw. The screw extends .25" past the end of the rod.
Flat Top Mounts
The Flat Top Mount is a 15 mm rod with a 3/4 inch flange on top. One female 1/4-20 tapped hole in center of rod for mounting accessories. Available in two lengths, 3/4 inch and 1 1/2 inches long.
Adjustable Handle Mounting Rod 6″
An ultralight, easily adjustable solution for mounting handles or creating a rig. Mount these on any 15 mm tube. You can use these along with our Handle Grip Sleeves to mount any 7/8" clamp style grips you like. The rod is 15mm diameter and 6 inches long with a female 1/2-13 thread.
Adjustable Handle Mounting Rod 8″
An ultralight and easily adjustable solution for mounting handles, a chest pad or creating a rig. Mount these on any 15 mm tube. You can use these along with our Handle Grip Sleeves to mount any 7/8" clamp style grips you like. The rod is 15mm diameter and 8 inches long with a female 1/2-13 thread. Sold individually.
Ball Driver 5/32″
A very handy tool for assembling your rig or making quick adjustments, Bondhus Balldrivers are the preferred wrench for use with the Berkey System. Old fashioned hex wrenches are so last century. For fastest assembly, Bondhus Balldrivers are the only way to go. They fit all Berkey System components, will not over-tighten and have the ability to get into tight places. Long stem also available. Sold individually.
