Tether Tools RSPC1F-BLK Rock Solid A Clamp (Black, 1")

Here’s a full breakdown of the Tether Tools Rock Solid “A” Clamp – 1″ Black (RSPC1F‑BLK) plus a few product listings & availability (including India / Bengaluru), and tips to help you decide.

🔧 Specifications & Details

From the official sources:

• Jaw opening: 1″ (≈ 2.5 cm) Tether Tools+2Design Info+2

• Clamping strength / load capacity: ≈ 8.5 kg (~18.1 lbs) Tether Tools+1

• Material: Nickel‑plated steel jaws, heavy‑duty tempered steel spring Tether Tools+1

• Handle & tips: Polyvinyl coated for grip + protection (so as not to damage what you clamp) Tether Tools+1

• Finish / Color: Non‑reflective black Tether Tools+1

• Additional features:

  • “Point‑of‑pressure remains near the jaw” — that means better grip / less slipping when clamping near the jaws. Tether Tools

  • Two holes to allow attaching other gear via a ¼‑20 thread + nut (for mounting small accessories) Tether Tools+1

• Warranty: Lifetime warranty from Tether Tools for manufacturing defects. Tether Tools

💰 Price & Availability in India / Bengaluru

Here are some current listings & prices I found for the RSPC1F‑BLK clamp in Indian / international stores:

RSPC1F‑BLK Clamp — DesignInfo (~₹1,850)

₹1,854

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Design Info

• Tether Tools RSPC1F‑BLK Rock Solid A Clamp (Black, 1″) — Design Info: ~ ₹ 1,854 (as per the product carousel) from Design Info.

• On Design Info directly: ~ ₹ 284 including GST. Design Info

• On IMA Student (another Indian store): ~ ₹ 2,215‑₹ 2,260 Imastudent

• In Polish store DCFoto: around 49 PLN (≈ ₹ 1,000‑1,200 depending on exchange) dcfoto.pl

Notes:

• Prices vary a lot due to shipping / older stock / import duties.

• “₹ 284” seems very low, likely a typo or discount error, or a very limited‑stock/clearance sale. Be cautious. Design Info

• Design Info says “26 in stock” as of that listing. Design Info

✅ Pros & Use‑Cases

• Very small & lightweight clamp, handy for attaching small reflectors, bounce cards, diffusion material, etc.

• Quick to use (spring‑loaded) for fast setups.

• Because of polyvinyl‑coated tips/handles, it’s less likely to scratch delicate surfaces.

• Non‑reflective black is good for photo/video setups where you don’t want glare.

• Lifetime warranty gives peace of mind.

⚠️ What to Watch Out For / Limitations

• Though rated ~8.5 kg, in practice the leverage / shape of what you clamp and how far from support matters; heavy items or long arms can stress the clamp or cause slipping.

• Spring clamps can lose tension over very long use; check spring condition.

• If using the ¼‑20 thread holes (for mounting small accessories), ensure you have the correct nuts/hardware.

• Very compact size — if you need to clamp thicker things (boards, larger reflectors, fabric bundles etc.), you might need the 2″ version.