3" Mounting Cup W/ Camera Mount - Pack of 4

Wood's Powr-Grip TL3PH1304 — 3" Vacuum Mounting Cup with 360° Swivel Ball Joint Camera Mount for Flat and Curved Surfaces — Pack of 4

The Wood's Powr-Grip TL3PH1304 is a compact 3" vacuum mounting cup with a 3D swivel ball joint and 1/4-20 threaded stud that provides a reliable, temporary mounting point for cameras and video cameras on smooth, nonporous surfaces without drilling holes or permanently modifying the surface. The 360° swivel ball joint allows the camera to be positioned in any direction after the cup is attached to the surface — providing full 3D camera angle adjustment independent of cup placement position. Featuring a 3" (8 cm) UV-resistant TL3 rubber suction pad, rated for both flat and curved surfaces, and operable down to 0°F (-18°C). Maximum load capacity of the cup without camera mount: 15 lbs (7 kg). Sold as a Pack of 4 with pad protectors. The TL3PH1304 (SKU: 91158, Model: TL3PH1304) is manufactured by Wood's Powr-Grip.

The TL3PH1304 is a camera mounting cup, not a general equipment mounting cup. The 1/4-20 threaded stud on the swivel ball joint is the universal camera tripod thread, making the TL3PH1304 directly compatible with cameras, video cameras, and accessories using the standard 1/4-20 camera mount thread. The 360° swivel ball joint provides full 3D camera positioning — the camera can be aimed in any direction after the cup is attached — compared to the LJ45PHC’s pan-and-tilt head which provides pan and tilt adjustment but not full 3D swivel. The 3" TL3 UV-resistant pad is the smallest camera mounting cup pad in the WPG lineup, suited for tight contact areas and UV-exposed outdoor environments.

Key Features & Benefits

360° Swivel Ball Joint — Full 3D Camera Positioning in Any Direction

The TL3PH1304’s 3D swivel ball joint allows the camera to be aimed in any direction — up, down, left, right, and any angle in between — after the cup is attached to the surface. This full 3D positioning freedom decouples camera aiming from cup placement: the cup can be attached at the optimal vacuum location on the surface, and the camera angle can then be adjusted freely in all three dimensions for precise framing. This is the key functional advantage over the LJ45PHC’s pan-and-tilt head, which provides pan and tilt adjustment but constrains movement to two axes.

1/4-20 Threaded Stud — Universal Camera and Video Camera Tripod Thread

The 1/4-20 threaded stud on the swivel ball joint is the universal standard thread used on camera tripods, ball heads, and camera accessories worldwide, making the TL3PH1304 directly compatible with cameras, video cameras, action cameras with 1/4-20 adapters, and a wide range of camera accessories without requiring additional adapters.

3" TL3 UV-Resistant Pad — Compact Footprint — Flat and Curved Surfaces

The 3" (8 cm) TL3 UV-resistant rubber pad is the smallest camera mounting cup pad in the WPG lineup, providing a compact footprint for tight contact areas where the larger LJ45PHC (4-1/2" standard rubber pad) would not fit. The UV-resistant rubber compound resists degradation from sunlight exposure, making the TL3PH1304 suitable for outdoor camera mounting applications — including vehicle glass, exterior architectural surfaces, and outdoor production environments — where standard rubber pads would degrade more rapidly. Rated for both flat and curved smooth, nonporous surfaces.

15 lb (7 kg) Cup Capacity — No-Drill Camera Mounting — Pack of 4

Maximum load capacity of the cup without camera mount: 15 lbs (7 kg). Load capacity with camera mount is application-dependent — use the WPG Mounting Cup Capacity Calculator for your specific setup. Eliminates the need for drilling holes when mounting cameras. Red-line indicator warns of any significant vacuum loss. Sold as a Pack of 4 with pad protectors. Rated for operation down to 0°F (-18°C).

Common Applications

Vehicle Glass Camera Mounting — Film and Video Production

Film and video production crews use the TL3PH1304 to mount cameras on vehicle windshields, side windows, and rear glass for in-vehicle and chase vehicle shots. The 360° swivel ball joint allows precise camera aiming after cup attachment, and the UV-resistant pad handles outdoor sun exposure during extended shoots.

Outdoor and UV-Exposed Camera Mounting

The UV-resistant TL3 pad makes the TL3PH1304 specifically suited for outdoor camera mounting applications — including exterior architectural glass, outdoor signage surfaces, and vehicle glass — where standard rubber pads would degrade from UV exposure during extended outdoor use.

Tight Contact Area Camera Mounting

When the available smooth contact area on the surface is too small for the 4-1/2" LJ45PHC pad, the TL3PH1304’s 3" pad provides camera mounting capability in a compact footprint.

No-Drill Camera Mounting on Protected Surfaces

In environments where drilling is not permitted — including leased vehicles, finished architectural surfaces, and historic buildings — the TL3PH1304 provides a vacuum-based camera mounting solution without permanent modification.

Compatible Surfaces

• Flat and curved plate glass and float glass
• Tempered and laminated safety glass (flat and curved)
• Vehicle windshields and automotive glass (flat and curved)
• Polished stone and smooth metal panels (flat and curved)
• Exterior architectural glass and outdoor smooth nonporous surfaces
• Any smooth, nonporous flat or curved surface suitable for vacuum attachment

Not compatible with: rough, textured, or porous surfaces; surfaces contaminated with oil, wax, or debris; applications requiring permanent camera mounting.

Product Documents

• TL3PH1304 Instructions (PDF)
• TL3PH1304 Troubleshooting Guide (PDF)

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the TL3PH1304 and the LJ45PHC?
A: Both are camera mounting cups with 1/4-20 threaded studs for standard camera tripod thread compatibility. The TL3PH1304 uses a 360° swivel ball joint (full 3D camera positioning in any direction) and a 3" UV-resistant TL3 pad (compact footprint, outdoor UV resistance). The LJ45PHC uses a pan-and-tilt head (pan and tilt adjustment on two axes) and a 4-1/2" standard rubber LJ45 pad (larger contact area, indoor/standard environments). Choose the TL3PH1304 for full 3D swivel positioning, outdoor UV-exposed applications, or tight contact areas; choose the LJ45PHC for a larger pad contact area with pan-and-tilt adjustment.

Q: What cameras are compatible with the TL3PH1304?
A: The TL3PH1304 uses a 1/4-20 threaded stud — the universal standard camera tripod thread. Compatible with the majority of cameras, video cameras, and camera accessories using the standard 1/4-20 camera mount thread, including DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, video cameras, and action cameras with 1/4-20 adapters. Verify your camera’s tripod thread specification before ordering.

Q: Is this product made to order?
A: Yes. This product is made to order and all sales are final. Please confirm your surface type and camera compatibility before placing your order.