Novatron 5/8" Female to 1/4-20 Male Mounting Adapter.

I bought this adapter to mount a laser level to a c-stand and it's perfect for that application. My only issue with this product is that the 1/4 20 threaded part is not fastened permanently into the adapter. So when you try to twist it on it threads back into the adapter. I guess there might be a reason for that design but can't see the advantage of making it two separate parts. I locked it into position using red Loctite which you can get at any auto parts store. I haven't had a problem since. Except for this one design flaw it's perfect for mounting any camera or 1/4 20 adaptable object to any 5/8" post.

It works. Don't know why the screw isn't fastened in; it turns and lowers when you're screwing it in which makes no sense, and if you're not careful it will disappear (I can stick a finger in and twist it back out, but if you have fat fingers you'll be out of luck.) If it weren't for that I'd give it a 5 star, but that seems annoying enough to lose 2 stars. I still use it and will continue to use it.UPDATE: Used this thing again, and I came back to take off another star. I'll probably wind up taking off another star next time I use it. It is terrible. Why on earth would they not have the screw be fixed? Worst design ever. I see no benefit to it.

I have to remove the 1/4" threaded stud to secure to the mount - then screw back into this adapter - because the threaded stud is so loose, it screws into the adaptor (no stop) when trying to mount the holder to the threads. I also assumed the 5/8" end was threaded for a music stand - but my error - listed correctly. Thanks.

These are smaller and more inexpensive compared to the other options. Well made. Only gripe is that it does not come with a 1/4 20 nut for the screw thread; you'll have to buy that at the home despot (maybe add a lock washer too!). But still, fine with me i have like a million laying around.

This adapter is very well made and does exactly what it is designed to do, very well. For such a seemingly simple device, it adds a lot of versatility to any of my light stands.

Very good product, perfect fit with most tripod, good materials made, not to big, good finish, i really recomend this product.