Cam Locking Phone Tripod Mount

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I created this to surpass existing phone tripod mount designs that rely on a screw or spring tension to secure the phone in place. This mount utilizes an eccentric cam lock mechanism that allows for quick release and locking with the flip of a lever. It grips the phone more securely than a spring-loaded mount, and the phone can be inserted and removed much faster than with a screw clamping mount. The mounting system features an adjustable angle mounting point compatible with GoPro cameras, allowing for use with any other mounts designed for GoPro cameras. A 3D-printable GoPro-compatible tripod mount is included in this design and requires a 1/4-20 hex nut to mate with the tripod threads. The clearance hole for screwing together the GoPro mount is sized for a M3 screw, but it can be drilled out for use with larger hardware if needed. Using thin rubber or foam tape on the jaws will significantly improve the mount's grip on the phone. A neoprene tape like the one available on Amazon is highly recommended. Assembly requires the following parts: * 1x M3x20mm screw * 1x M3x16mm screw * 2x M3 hex nut * 1x 1/4-20 hex nut A short version of the locking lever is included to minimize the possibility of accidentally unlocking the mount or breaking the lever off, but it requires more force to operate. Update: A spacer has been added with a 0.7mm thick M3 spacer. Add 1-3 of these spacers between the M3x16mm screw head and the locking lever pivot if the 16mm screw sticks too far out of the nut. Print in any material at any layer height with 100% infill, using supports on the locking lever and GoPro mount parts. I used eSun ABS+ for the mount shown in the photos. The design files are available, including a Fusion 360 original design file.