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Here's my version:
The tether is steel, sold for GoPro cameras.
I guess it's more of a visual deterrent, as anyone who knows how the mount works can just untwist it!
I'll probably cover the screw head with Sugru or similar.
P.
I had mentioned a custom ‘security’ option I was developing for my new Arlo camera that is mounted within reach. This is my first attempt, and I’m sure there could be improvements, but I think it satisfies me for now.
After some research, I decided to mount a plate with 3M VHB adhesive to the side of the Arlo through which I would secure a cable with a lock. After a very helpful phone call with someone from Philadelphia Security Products, I purchased plates, cables, and weatherproof locks (bought 2 as I’ll have 2 cameras within reach, rest will be up higher out of reach).
I then took my trusty dremel, cutting wheel and grinding tool to the plate as shown below.
After cutting/grinding, I was left with this (not an expert, but this'll do... 🙂 ).
The size was cut to match the relatively flat surface on the side of the Arlo’s battery case before it starts curving. I considered mounting to the body of the camera as opposed to the batter case, but figured if a thief/vandal was going to make the effort to rip off the battery case, then they’ll probably get it off regardless. I then prepared the case surface with some sandpaper and cleaned it with isopropyl alcohol after scuffing of the case by following the instructions, here (or watch the video). The area I scuffed and to which the plate affixes is lightly outlined in the 2nd pic below.
I peeled off the adhesive protective covering on the plate backing and pressed firmly to attach the plate to the Arlo camera. I then placed a couple of wood blocks on the sides of the plate against the camera with some weight above and left overnight to ensure maximum adhesion of the VHB to the Arlo camera side.
The optional skins that you can purchase for the Arlo have a handy slit in the side, into which the plates eyehole fits perfectly.
The next day, I threaded the cable through the eyehole of the now firmly attached plate, and crimped a loop on the cable end. The cable was fed through some wrought iron grating and locked on with the all-weather Sesamee 45111 lock. Any all-weather lock will do – I got a somewhat larger one as I was not going to hang it directly on the eyehole of the plate.
Finally, I mounted the Arlo on an all-metal VideoSecu MCB1W mount ($7.50 on Amazon).
I may have to put a clear coat on that camera mount as I’m afraid it may start to rust being outdoors year-round, but for now, it worked just fine. I like the multiple custom length fittings and the steel ball to optimally rotate and position the camera angle before securing.
Well, I’m sure there are many other (& probably better) ways of lightly securing the Arlo, but this is what I came up with first time around. Total prep time was only about an hour (mostly to Dremel the plate). If you’ve got suggestions or ideas for mounting my 2nd camera, by all means, reply and let me know!
I think this will serve as a reasonable deterrent; it won’t prevent anyone determined, but the casual thief will have a hard time getting this off.
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