Kupo KSC-280K Hostess Tray Kit

Kupo KSC-280K Hostess Tray Kit – Secure vehicle-mounted camera tray for a 10” x 14” aluminum cheese plate

The Kupo KSC-280K Hostess Tray Kit lets you mount a 10” x 14” aluminum cheese plate into a vehicle window gap for camera support or to hold other equipment. It fits between the rubber seal and the window, creating a stable platform without permanent modifications to the vehicle. The kit includes suction cups, grip heads, baby rods and safety rope ratchets to secure the tray and maintain a safe working environment.

Key features and benefits

The kit is designed for easy installation and practical field use. First, you slide the aluminum cheese plate into the window gap so that the tray rests securely between the rubber seal and the glass. Then, you use the included suction cups and grip heads combined with 5/8” (16mm) baby rods to provide offset support and increase stability. The two rope ratchets add a safety layer by preventing the tray from popping out when hooked around the window and suction cups.

As a result, you can operate from the vehicle and get in and out without removing the tray, which improves workflow and reduces downtime during shoots or setups.

Kit contents

1. Hostess tray x 1
2. KSC-04: 6” suction cup w/ a 5/8” (16mm) baby pin x 2
3. 5/8” (16mm) baby pins w/ nut and washers x 2
4. 5/8“ (16mm) stainless rods w/ 1/2”-13 screw and thread x 6
5. KCP-290B: Gag grip head 2.5” x 2
6. KCP-200: Grip head 2.5” x 2
7. RS-RS1480: Rope ratchet strap x 1
8. Fender hook x 2

Typical setup and use

To set up, slide the 10” x 14” aluminum cheese plate into the vehicle window gap so it sits between the rubber seal and the window glass. Next, attach the suction cups and fix them with the 5/8” (16mm) baby pins and nuts. Then position the 5/8” (16mm) baby rods and secure them with the provided threaded screws. Use the gag grip heads and grip heads to lock rod positions and adjust offsets. Finally, loop the rope ratchets around structural points and tighten to keep the tray from moving or popping out.

This configuration gives you a functional platform for mounting a camera or placing other equipment while maintaining easy access to and from the vehicle.

Safety and practical notes

• The two rope ratchets are supplied specifically to prevent the tray from popping out when the tray is hooked around the window and supported by suction cups.
• The offset support created by the combination of suction cups, grip heads and 5/8” (16mm) baby rods improves stability when you load equipment onto the tray.
• The kit enables operators to enter and exit the vehicle without dismounting the tray, which reduces setup interruptions during field work.

Technical specifications

FAQ

The Kupo KSC-280K Hostess Tray Kit supplies the items you need to convert a vehicle window gap into a stable support platform for a 10” x 14” cheese plate, enabling safe, repeatable setups for camera mounting or holding other gear during location work.