TL;DR
Single Rod: Simple, minimal, great for lighter gear or top/bottom center-mounted accessories.
Double Rod = two parallel 15 mm rods for far higher torsional rigidity, better balance, and heavier/side-mounted gear.
What they are
Single Rod
A single 15 mm rod that threads into an M12 mounting point on your VESA plate to hold one tripod-mountable accessory (e.g., webcam, light, mic). Clean, compact, and quick to place where you need it.
Double Rod
A pair of parallel 15 mm rods connected by our custom rod clamps and a cheese plate that spreads load across two points on the VESA plate. This dramatically increases stability and resistance to rotation - ideal for heavier items or accessories mounted off-center.
How they mount & expand
VESA plate hub with M12 points. Your VESA plate features multiple M12 mounting points on each side, so you can attach either Single or Double Rods (and mix both).
Uses 15 mm camera-rig rods & common tripod standards. The system is designed around the industry-standard 15 mm rod ecosystem and works with common tripod interfaces, so you can integrate third-party gear easily.
Strengths at a glance
Single Rod
Cheaper, minimal footprint, fastest to position.
Best for centered/top/bottom accessories with low torque (e.g., webcam above monitor, light bar).
Double Rod
Dual-point mounting distributes weight and resists twisting, keeping angles locked even with heavier or side-mounted gear (e.g. mic on one side).
Great base for dual-accessory setups (two lights, two speakers,...) on both sides of your monitor
When to choose which
Pick a Single Rod if you want:
A quick mount for a single, lighter accessory near the screen center (webcam, compact light, compact mic).
Pick a Double Rod if you plan to:
Mount heavier cameras/lights or multiple items on one side.
Extend accessories farther from the plate (more leverage = more torque).
Create a rigid side bar that stays put when you adjust your monitor/arm.
Stability & torque (plain-English)
A single rod can be uncsrewed by torque (think: long/heavy item hanging off to the side). Two parallel rods act like a ladder: they resist rotation and hold position better. That’s why double rods feel “rock-solid” for side mounts, especially if off center from the monitor plane.
Popular configurations
 Angled single rods - top |  Straight single rods - side |  Double rods - side |
Compatibility notes
VESA Plates & double rod sides. Choose a VESA plate layout based on how many double-rod sides you want available; you can still use single rods on other sides.
Third-party gear welcome. The ecosystem is agnostic and works with standard 15 mm camera rig rods that follow M12 thread conventions. Double rods are spaced conforming to the 60mm camera rig standard allowing you to attach any matching third party camera rig gear.
Quick comparison table
Feature | Single Rod | Double Rod |
Mounting points used | 1 x M12 point | 2 x M12 points (parallel) |
Rigidity vs. twisting | Good (low torque) | Excellent (resists torsion) |
Best for | Light top/bottom mounts or centered side mounts | Heavier or off center side-mounted gear |
Footprint | Minimal | Wider bar; more expandability |
Setup speed | Fastest | Few extra parts; still straightforward |
Expandability | Add more single rods as needed, can attach any 1/4"-20 accessory | Exentensive - Large amount of 1/4"-20 mounting points, two top/bottom M12 threads on rod clamps and 1/4"-20 threads on rod clamps |
FAQs
Can I start with a Single Rod and upgrade later?
Can I start with a Single Rod and upgrade later?
Yes - your VESA plate supports both. You can add double rods or more single rods anytime.
Do the rods work with non-Monoblocc gear?
Do the rods work with non-Monoblocc gear?
Yes - our system aligns with 15 mm rod standards and common tripod interfaces, so many third-party accessories fit.
Which rod should I use for a side-mounted mirrorless camera?
Which rod should I use for a side-mounted mirrorless camera?
Use Double Rod for the extra rigidity and better balance, especially if the camera is extended from the plate.
Specs & details to confirm
Max recommended accessory weight (Single Rod): 2-3lbs / 1.0-1.5kg
Max recommended accessory weight (Double Rod): 5lbs / 2.5kg (consider your monitor arm's head strength)
Threading on rod clamps (for add-ons): Top/bottom M12 threads / front/side 1/4"20 threads
Threading on cheese plates: 1/4"20 threads
Still unsure?
Tell us what you want to mount (device, weight if known, and where you want it to sit) via our chat window, and our AI chatbot or our team recommends a configuration in minutes. Alternatively connect with fellow customers via our Discord or Reddit (links below).