C910 webcam tripod adapter

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The Logitech C910 webcam does a fantastic job, but its mounting system seems to be plagued by the same issues that afflict many other webcams: it's designed in such a way that the camera will never remain steady. I've got a super handy Gorilla Tripod with a camera mount that can be screwed onto any camera's bottom, so I created this little adapter that works perfectly for me. I didn't bother checking Thingiverse to see if someone else had already come up with something like this (and it seems there are plenty of options available), but mine is just another way to achieve the same result. Most of the alternatives I've seen since then are replacement parts that require removing the original mount and screwing in the new device, making it difficult to remove. This design allows you to put the webcam in and take it out as needed, making it useful if you need to use your webcam in different locations, like on top of your screen or on a tripod. To assemble this adapter, you'll need an M3X12 screw, an M3 nut, and a short spring (5mm diameter, 8mm height). Simply follow the assembly instructions shown in the final picture. This will allow for yaw rotation with some resistance while keeping the pitch movement allowed by the webcam's original mount articulation.