Kirk SSS-V1 safety stop screws for lens plates and camera plates

Kirk SSS-V1 safety stop screws for lens plates and camera plates

Sometimes a tiny detail decides whether your camera is securely seated in the quick-release clamp or, in the worst case, on its way to the ground. This is exactly where the Kirk SSS-V1 safety stop screws come into play. Unobtrusive, small, but in everyday use with a camera and telephoto lens pretty much indispensable if you don’t want to leave your gear to chance.

Custom-made for Kirk lens plates and camera plates

The Kirk SSS-V1 safety stop screws are a precisely manufactured custom solution for all Kirk camera and lens plates that have suitable threaded holes for safety stops. You simply screw them into the designated holes at the ends of the plate, and they fit exactly into the centrally recessed grooves of the quick-release clamps. No tinkering, no improvisation, but a perfectly fitting solution developed specifically for this system.

Round-head screws for a secure stop

The screws are designed as round-head screws, which offers a clear advantage in practical use. If the clamp of your quick-release system is only slightly opened, the round heads prevent the plate from sliding out sideways because they hit the end of the recessed groove. This means your camera stays in the clamp, even if, in the rush of a reportage or during a quick change of location, you haven’t fully closed the clamp. These safety stop screws thus prevent accidental slipping out of the quick-release clamp and give you a good measure of peace of mind.

More security with quick-release plates and ARCA setups

Especially with ARCA-based quick-release systems, where you frequently release and re-clamp your camera, safety stop screws make a lot of sense. The Kirk SSS-V1 were designed precisely for this purpose: to prevent the lens plate or camera plate from sliding out sideways when the clamp is only opened a bit. Particularly with heavy telephoto lenses, macro setups, or when working in rough terrain, you quickly notice how reassuring it is when the plate has a clearly defined stop and cannot simply slip through.

Easy to install, ready for immediate use

So that you don’t have to go looking for tools first, the Kirk SSS-V1 safety stop screws come with a matching hex key. You can screw the bolts straight into your Kirk lens plate or camera plate right after unpacking. Installation is straightforward: screw in, tighten, done. No special knowledge, no long manual, more of a “quickly done and off to the shooting location” kind of thing.

Robust custom-made parts for everyday photography

These screws are not just any standard hardware store parts, but a targeted custom-made solution for Kirk plates. They are designed to withstand the stresses of everyday photographic use: frequent clamping and unclamping, vibrations during transport, rapid position changes on the tripod. In short: you screw them in once and can normally just forget about them—until the moment they save your camera.

Made in the USA, precise manufacturing, reliable quality

The Kirk SSS-V1 safety stop screws are manufactured in the USA, which is quite noticeable in practice. The threads engage cleanly, the round heads sit exactly where they are supposed to, and the fit with the Kirk lens plates and camera plates is very precise. For you, this means less fiddling, no “sort of fits,” but a solution that simply works and is built for longevity.

Ideal for ambitious photographers and professionals

Whether you shoot wildlife, sports, landscapes, or architecture: as soon as your camera sits on a quick-release plate, safety stop screws matter. Especially if you spend a lot of time in the field, work in the dark, or frequently reconfigure your setup under changing conditions, these small round-head screws are a very useful addition. They turn a normal lens plate or camera plate into a much safer setup without requiring you to change your system.

Compatible with Kirk camera and lens plates with safety stop threads

The SSS-V1 safety stop screws fit all Kirk camera or lens plates that have threaded holes for safety stops. If your plate has these holes at the ends, you can use the screws directly. This allows you to easily upgrade existing Kirk quick-release plates with an additional safety feature without having to buy new plates.

Conclusion: small accessory, big impact

Ultimately, the Kirk SSS-V1 safety stop screws are one of those accessories that are easy to underestimate until you’ve used them once. They secure your camera and lens plates in the quick-release clamp, prevent accidental sideways slipping when the clamp is slightly open, and can be quickly installed thanks to the included hex key. A small round-head custom part that makes all the difference at the crucial moment—and that’s exactly why you add something like this to your setup.