The small Tripod Head Quick Release Plate from Kirk Enterprises is a satin silver anodized 6061-T6 aluminum plate designed to fit tripod heads with an approximate base diameter of 2.25" or under and with a threaded 3/8"-16 socket. The included set screw threads through the bottom of the plate secures it to the head. The quick release plate is Arca-type compatible, enabling you to swap out different heads on your tripod for multiple applications.

Fits Small Quick Disconnect System    Arca-Type Compatible    For Heads with 2.25" Diameter or Under    Quick Release Plate for Tripod Head    3/8"-16 Head Mount    Anti-Rotation Set Screw    Satin Silver Anodized 6061-T6 Aluminum

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is it compatible with Arca Swiss style clamp?

A: Yes.

Q: 2. Yes. I will attach it on the bottom of RRS clamp, and then mount this final assembly on the clamp of Gitzo GH 3382 QD. The purpose is to transfer 3382’s clamp to RRS type, because 3382’s clamp may have compatibility issue if you don’t remove that safety screw from 3382’s clamp. I saw this plate does have caves which facing to clamp. Not sure if either cave can just contain that off center safety screw or not?

A: This is quite possible, as there are large carved-out spaces on the base of the QR plate that would accommodate the Gitzo ball head safety screw. However, because the 3382QD is arca-swiss by default, it would be easier (and potentially prevent accidents during hasty attachment) to just remove the safety screw.

Q: 3. Is it compatible with Arca Swiss style clamp?

A: Yes Kirk Tripod Head Quick Release Plate (Small) is compatible with an Arca Swiss style clamp.

Q: 4. Will this plate fit the 7d mark iii?

A: I own a 7D Mark II. It fits well and is quite handy. I like it.

Q: 5. What is the maximum weight the Kirk TQR-1S, TQR-2L, and TQR-3S can support?

A: These are meant to go between the head and tripod, as a quick release for a head itself, so it is as only good as what the capacities of those two components are.

Q: 6. Is it able to be adapted into the clamp of Gitzo GH3382 QD? There is an off center line safety screw mounted on the clamp of 3382 ball head, so I ask this question to confirm compatibility.

A: This plate is meant to mount on the bottom of a ball head in order to quickly remove the head from an Arca type clamp mounted directly on a tripod.

Q: 7. Compatible with Peak Design Carbon FIber Tripod clamp?

A: No, the Kirk Tripod Head Quick Release Plate (Small) is not compatible with the Peak Design Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod.

Q: 8. What are the functional differences between this and the Kirk TQR-1S?

A: The Kirk TQR-3S Tripod Head Quick Disconnect Small System with TQR-MPS Plate is for smaller tripods. It includes an assembly that measures ø: 2.0 x W: 2.8. The Kirk TQR-1S is made for wider tripods. It includes an assembly that measures ø: 2.9 x W: 4.5. I recommend purchasing a system that is closer to the size of your tripod base.

Q: 9. Rephrased question: The TQR is the clamp that atttaches to the tripod. The plate attaches to the tripod head. They both come in 2 different sizes. Can the small plate be used with the large clamp, and vice versa?

A: Ideally you want a plate that matches the size of the base of the head as close as possible for maximum stability while not interfering with any knobs or mounting levers etc. But if it did not interfere with mounting or opening and closing knobs on your head you could use either the small or large plate with either clamp yes.

Q: 10. Will the large QR clamp accept large and small plates? And vice versa?

A: Yes, as long as the plate is Arca-Swiss style most will work with the Kirk TQR-2L Tripod Head Quick Disconnect System with Large Plate.