{"product_id":"quick-release-plate-for-cameras-monitors","title":"POWRIG QR-Mini Quick Release Plate with ARRI Anti-Twist Pin (1\/4\" \u0026 3\/8\" Thread)","description":"\u003carticle itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"POWRIG QR-Mini Quick Release Plate with ARRI Anti-Twist Pin\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"sku\" content=\"QR-Mini\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"POWRIG\"\u003e \u003c!-- Section 1: Overview --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"overview-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"overview-heading\"\u003ePOWRIG Quick Release Plate with ARRI Anti-Twist Pin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePOWRIG QR-Mini\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact \u003cstrong\u003equick release plate\u003c\/strong\u003e with an integrated \u003cstrong\u003eARRI-standard locating pin\u003c\/strong\u003e that prevents mounted accessories from rotating under torque. It features both \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\"-20 and 3\/8\"-16 threaded holes\u003c\/strong\u003e on the base, allowing it to mount on camera cages, tripods, magic arms, and light stands with either thread standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QR-Mini accepts any accessory with a matching quick release receiver — cameras, field monitors, LED video lights, wireless receivers, and other on-camera accessories — and locks them securely in place with a tool-free locking lever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 2: Key Features --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"features-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"features-heading\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eARRI Locating Pin (Anti-Twist)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The integrated locating pin follows the ARRI anti-rotation standard. When engaged with a matching locating hole on the accessory or QR receiver, it prevents the mounted device from spinning on the plate — a critical feature for monitors and lights that must maintain a fixed orientation during gimbal movement, vehicle mounting, and handheld shooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Thread Base: 1\/4\"-20 \u0026amp; 3\/8\"-16\u003c\/strong\u003e — Two threaded mounting holes on the base plate accept both the 1\/4\"-20 screw (standard on camera cages, tripods, and small accessories) and the 3\/8\"-16 screw (standard on light stands, C-stands, and heavy-duty studio arms). One plate covers both mounting ecosystems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Release Lever Lock\u003c\/strong\u003e — The side-mounted locking lever releases and secures the mounted accessory in seconds without tools. Flip the lever open to release, press the accessory into place, and flip the lever closed to lock. Faster and more secure than screw-based mounting for accessories that are frequently swapped on set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCNC Aluminum Alloy Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Machined from solid aluminum alloy with a black anodized finish. Provides rigid, flex-free support for cameras, monitors, and lights. Will not crack or deform under the repeated stress of quick-release cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60 g Ultra-Compact\u003c\/strong\u003e — Weighs only 60 grams (2.1 oz). Small enough to leave permanently mounted on a camera cage or carry in a pocket as a spare adapter. Adds negligible weight to gimbal and Steadicam payloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Accessory Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — Works with any camera, monitor, or light that has a standard quick release receiver or a 1\/4\"\/3\/8\" threaded mounting point. Common pairings include SmallHD, Atomos, FeelWorld monitors; Aputure, Ulanzi LED lights; and Sony, Canon, Panasonic mirrorless cameras with base plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 3: Specifications Table --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"specs-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specs-heading\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption class=\"sr-only\"\u003ePOWRIG QR-Mini Quick Release Plate Specifications\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQR-Mini\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMounting Threads (Base)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4\"-20 female + 3\/8\"-16 female\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAnti-Rotation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eARRI-standard locating pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLocking Mechanism\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTool-free lever lock (quick release)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCNC machined aluminum alloy, anodized black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 g (2.1 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 4: What's in the Box --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"box-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"box-heading\"\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × POWRIG QR-Mini quick release plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 5: ARRI Locating Pin Explanation (AI search friendly) --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arri-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arri-heading\"\u003eWhat Is an ARRI Locating Pin and Why Does It Matter?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eARRI locating pin\u003c\/strong\u003e is an anti-rotation feature originating from ARRI's professional camera and accessory ecosystem. It is a small metal pin that protrudes from the quick release plate and engages a matching hole on the accessory's QR receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithout a locating pin:\u003c\/strong\u003e A monitor or light mounted on a standard QR plate can rotate freely around the single mounting screw. On a gimbal, vehicle mount, or handheld rig, vibration and movement cause the accessory to spin out of position — requiring constant re-adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith a locating pin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The accessory is locked in a fixed angular position. It cannot rotate regardless of vibration, gravity, or movement forces. This is essential for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitors that must stay oriented toward the operator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED lights that must maintain a fixed beam direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless transmitters that must keep antenna orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny accessory on a gimbal or moving platform where rotation would disrupt the shot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ARRI locating pin standard has been widely adopted by third-party manufacturers including SmallRig, Tilta, Wooden Camera, and POWRIG, making it the de facto anti-rotation standard in the camera accessory industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 6: Use Cases --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"usecase-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"usecase-heading\"\u003eCommon Setups Using the QR-Mini\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn-camera monitor mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — Screw the base into a camera cage 1\/4\" hole or 3\/8\" hole, then quick-release your field monitor (SmallHD, Atomos, FeelWorld) onto the plate. The ARRI pin prevents the monitor from rotating during gimbal moves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED video light mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mount a compact LED panel (Aputure MC, Ulanzi VL49, Neewer RGB) on a cage or light stand via the 3\/8\" thread. Quick-release allows fast light swaps between setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagic arm adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e — Screw the QR-Mini onto a magic arm's 1\/4\" or 3\/8\" thread, then quick-release a monitor or light for flexible overhead or side positioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight stand to camera accessory\u003c\/strong\u003e — Use the 3\/8\"-16 thread to mount the plate on a standard light stand, then attach a camera, phone holder, or small monitor for product photography and streaming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessory swapping on set\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mount multiple QR-Mini plates on different accessories (one on your monitor, one on your light, one on your wireless receiver) and swap them on and off a single cage-mounted QR receiver throughout the shoot day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 7: Thread Standard Comparison (AI search friendly) --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"thread-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"thread-heading\"\u003e1\/4\"-20 vs. 3\/8\"-16 Thread: What's the Difference?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption class=\"sr-only\"\u003eComparison of 1\/4-20 and 3\/8-16 camera mounting thread standards\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eThread Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCommon Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eFound On\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e1\/4\"-20\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCameras, small monitors, light accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera cages, tripods, magic arms, cold shoe adapters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e3\/8\"-16\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.53 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty stands, studio rigs, large accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight stands, C-stands, studio arms, Manfrotto heads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QR-Mini includes \u003cstrong\u003eboth thread sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e on the base, so it adapts to whichever mounting point is available on your rig — without needing a separate 1\/4\" to 3\/8\" bushing adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 8: Cross-Sell --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"crosssell-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"crosssell-heading\"\u003ePair with Compatible POWRIG Mounting Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine the QR-Mini with other POWRIG products for complete rig solutions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/multi-cold-shoe-camera-ball-head\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePOWRIG MB-62 Mini Ball Head\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e — Add 360° articulation between the QR plate and your monitor or light for precise angle adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/microphone-ball-head-mount\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePOWRIG MB-62M Microphone Ball Head\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e — Mount a microphone on the QR-Mini via the ball head's 1\/4\" base for adjustable mic positioning on a camera cage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uxAe3MHw8IU\" width=\"950\" height=\"534\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"POWRIG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44992776405275,"sku":"","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2270\/2571\/products\/miniquickrelease-1.jpg?v=1753175818","url":"https:\/\/www.powrig.com\/products\/quick-release-plate-for-cameras-monitors","provider":"POWRIG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}