500 Series

Over 20 years ago Berkey System revolutionized they way that rigs were built and here's the series that started it all - the 500 Series! The 500 Series is based on 1/2 inch diameter tube. Very strong. The 500 Series has all your favorite style of blocks; right angle blocks, parallel blocks, accessory mount blocks, split blocks, linear and rotational blocks, linear movers and more. All 500 Series tubing is centerless ground for excellent fit. As with all other Berkey System the 500 Series can be interfaced with all of the other series of components through the use of bushings. Berkey System components are made from 6061 aluminum and are black anodized for durability. All Berkey System products are made in the USA and are covered by our Lifetime Warranty. See Terms and Conditions for details.

500 Series Right Angle Blocks

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Right Angle Block. 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.

Price: $26.00
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500 Series Spud Block

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Spud Block. Combine with Right Angle Block to create any angle. The first three digits in the part number refer to the hole diameter and related series. The second three digits refer to spud diameter and related series. We recommend a 4 to 1 ratio of Right Angle Blocks to Spud Blocks.

Price: $26.00
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500 Series base plate block

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The Base Plate Blocks are attached to the Base Plates and serve as the starting point for any building operation. Blocks are counter-bored to accept one 1/4-20 x 7/8 socket head cap screw. These locks are drilled and counterbored on four sides to allow them to be used in either a vertical or a horizontal way. Fastener included.

Price: $22.00
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500 Series T block

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For years we've been asked to create a T-block and it's finally available. Allows both tubes to be on the same plane.

Price: $38.00
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500 Series Accessory Mounting Block

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Accessory Mount Block. Half of a right angle block with 1/4-20 tapped holes on five sides. Mount anything on this block.

Price: $22.00
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500 Series Parallel Block

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Hastily designed in Johnny's office back in 1991 as a way to add more blocks to the original line up, it was viewed as a totally worthless block to fill space in the catalog. In the years since it has proven to be a key player in any rig build. This block is a must have. Uses are too many to list.

Price: $26.00
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500 Series Bearing Block

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Bearing Block. Right angle block with needle bearing insert. Excellent for driveshaft mounting or other light duty rotational applications.

Price: $36.00
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500 Series Split Block

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For those times when the rig is already built and you find that you need to add a block. One half of this right angle block can be taken apart and added to any tube anywhere anytime. Can't beat that.

Price: $36.00
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500 Series Linear bearing Block

Part #BB-500

For linear travel operations, mount this block on any 500 series shaft. Great in tight places. Build linear movers, camera sliders, and more. Includes one Thomson Super 8 individual linear bearing. Shafting sold separately.

Price: $48.00
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500 Series Tubing

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Price: from $12.00
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500 Series Hand Block

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500 series block with knobs.

Price: $28.00
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Base plate, 2X4 inch

Part #BP-2X4

Base Plate. Attach base plate to any flat surface via four mounting holes that are countersunk for drywall screws or flathead machine screws. Add Base Plate Blocks and you have a solid starting point to build off of. Base plates are 3/8 inch thick, drilled and tapped for 1/4-20 fasteners. This Base Plate is compatible with the 15 mm, 375, 500 and 750 series Base Plate Blocks.

Price: $15.00
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2X4 Anti-rotate Baseplate

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Every once in a while you have to build a rig that has a strong side or rotational load on the base plate block and this can occasionally cause the base plate block to loosen itself up - not good. This base plate solves that issue. Both sides are grooved with a channel that is .040 deep to prevent base plate blocks from unscrewing themselves when under a rotational or side load. One side is groove to accept the 750 series blocks and the other is grooved to accept 500 series blocks.

Price: $18.00
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Base plate, 2X8 inch

Part #BP-2X8

Base Plate. Attach base plate to any flat surface via four mounting holes that are countersunk for drywall screws or flathead machine screws. Add Base Plate Blocks and you have a solid starting point to build off of. Base plates are 3/8 inch thick, drilled and tapped for 1/4-20 fasteners. This Base Plate is compatible with the 15 mm, 375, 500 and 750 series Base Plate Blocks.

Price: $22.00
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Base Plate 1.25X3

Part #BP-1.25x3

Base Plate. This little base plate is great for mounting on the edges of 2X4's or in applications where space is tight. Mount on any flat surface via two mounting holes that are countersunk for drywall screws or flathead machine screws. Add Base Plate Blocks and you have a solid starting point to build off of. This base plate is 1/4 inch thick, drilled and tapped for both 1/4-20 and 10-32 fasteners. This Base Plate is compatible with the 15 mm, 250, 375, 500 and 750 series Base Plate Blocks.

Price: $15.00
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1X2 Base Plate

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The smallest base plate we make; measuring just 1X2 inches. Mounts to any surface with one drywall screw. One each 1/4-20 and 10-32 tapped hole for mounting base plate blocks.

Price: $10.00
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1/2″ to 5/8″ Grip Gear Interface Rod

Part #GGR-5/8-1/2

We've all been there, you're on the set with the coolest damn rig that you've ever built and some grip comes up to you and says "How come this stuff isn't made in 5/8th's inch so it will work with my C-stands?". Now it can work with any standard grip gear to or from your rig. Just attach this rod to any 500 series block and make new friends with all the grips.

Price: $20.00
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500 Series one piece shaft collar

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Great for locating shafts on bearing blocks and creating registration stops on rigs. Bore is 1/2 inch.

Price: $5.00
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500 Series shaft collar two piece

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Great for locating shafts and creating registration stops on rigs. Bore is 1/2 inch.

Price: $6.50
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Ring Mount, 2 inch

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Ring Mount. Great for holding PVC tubing and round or odd shapes. Mount on base plate blocks or Accessory Shafting (sold separately). Two, three and four inch diameters available. Comes with knobs.

Price: $28.00
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Ring Mount, 4 inch

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Ring Mount. Great for holding PVC tubing and round or odd shapes. Mounts to any base plate block or Accessory Shafting (sold separately). Two and four inch diameters available. Comes with knobs.

Price: $32.00
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Double Ended Knob

Part #KB-D

The double ended knob is a convenient and attractive upgrade for blocks purchased with screws rather than knobs. It feels as good as it looks. Two thust washers are provided for each knob.

Price: $10.00
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Single Ended Knob

Part #KB-S

The single ended knob is a convenient and attractive upgrade for blocks purchased with screws rather than knobs. It feels as good as it looks.  Two thust washers are provided with each knob.

Price: $8.00
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Ball Driver 5/32″

Part #BD-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.

Price: $5.00
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750 to 500 bushing

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With the 750 to 500 series bushing you can mix 750 and 500 series components. Simply place the bushing in any 750 block and you can use 500 series rod. You can also add a second or third bushing to drop down from 750 to 375 or 750 to 250 series.

Price: $5.00
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500 to 375 bushing

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With the 500 to 375 series bushing you can mix 500 and 375 series components. Simply place the bushing in any 500 block and you can use 375 series rod.  Add a second bushing to drop down from 375 to 250 series or to go up to 750 series.

Price: $5.00
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375 to 250 series bushing

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With the 375 to 250 series bushing you can mix 375 and 250 series components. Simply place the bushing in any 375 block and you can use 250 series rod.  Add a second or third bushing to go all the way up to 750 series.

Price: $4.00
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500 Series Ball End

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Ball End. Ball ends are great for creating instant angle adjustment when combined with any 500 series block

Here's how they work; when loosened slightly, the diagonally split rod end is slid inside of any length of Berkey System tube and is then locked inside the tube by tightening the fastener on the ball. The ball end can then be mounted in any block and this allows omni-directional movement up to about 35 degrees.

The fasteners for the ball ends match the blocks, so the standard Bondhus balldriver wrench that is used for the blocks is also used with the corresponding ball end, meaning that the 500 and 750 series ball ends use the 5/32 inch Bondhus balldriver wrench and the 375 series ball end uses the 9/64th inch Bondhus balldriver wrench.

Simply mount any block to the bottom of the product (example: beer bottle, packaged goods, etc.) and place the ball end into the block and ta-da - instant angle adjustability. Go here for a short video tutorial on the ball ends: http://www.youtube.com/user/berkeysystem#p/a/u/1/urcNKjjHXr0

Price: $28.00
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