Kupo KS-520 Padmate Bracket w/ 1/4-20.

Kupo KS-520 Padmate Bracket — Y-shaped aluminum bracket with 3/8”-16 and 1/4”-20 threaded mounts for adding lights and mics to an iPad video setup

The Kupo KS-520 Padmate Bracket is a Y-shaped aluminum bracket designed to convert an iPad into a practical video camera rig by providing multiple threaded mounting points. It gives you standard 3/8”-16 and 1/4”-20 threads on each side so you can add lighting, audio, or other camera accessories as needed.

Key features

• Y-shaped aluminum construction for lightweight rigidity and stable accessory mounting.
• Each side includes both a 3/8”-16 and a 1/4”-20 threaded hole for flexible attachment options.
• Designed to mount common camera accessories such as speedlites, video lights, and microphones.
• Intended use includes turning an iPad into a video camera by enabling rear camera light and microphone mounting.

What you can mount

The KS-520 accepts accessories that use standard threaded studs. For example:

• Speedlites and shoe-mount flashes that adapt to threaded studs.
• Compact video lights that include 3/8”-16 or 1/4”-20 mounting points.
• Shotgun or compact microphones that fit standard threaded mounts.
• Any other accessory that comes with a 3/8”-16 or 1/4”-20 thread stud.

Use cases and placement

Use the KS-520 to create a small, practical rig around your iPad for interviews, run-and-gun video, or content creation. The bracket provides rear camera accessory points so you can add a light or microphone directly behind or near the iPad’s camera area to improve capture quality.

FAQ

Question: Which thread sizes are available on the KS-520?
Answer: The bracket provides both 3/8”-16 and 1/4”-20 threaded holes on each side, giving you standard attachment options for many camera accessories.

Question: What accessories can I attach to this bracket?
Answer: You can mount speedlites, video lights, microphones, and any accessory that uses a 3/8”-16 or 1/4”-20 thread stud. The bracket is designed specifically to support these common camera accessories when using an iPad as a video camera.

Question: Can I attach the KS-520 directly to my iPad?
Answer: The KS-520 is intended to enable iPad-based video setups by providing accessory mounting points, including for rear camera light and microphone placement. However, securing the bracket to an iPad may require a compatible holder, clamp, or Padmate-style accessory depending on your iPad case or rig. Verify your mounting method before use.

Question: Is the bracket suitable for rear camera lighting and microphone mounting?
Answer: Yes. The KS-520 is described for rear camera light and microphone use, allowing you to add lighting and audio close to the iPad’s camera to improve recording quality.