Powering accessories from a Steadicam sled using available connectors and adapters

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2013Sled forum

13 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

Steadicam sleds use 3-pin Lemo connectors as a standard for 12/24V accessory power
Arri equipment uses different connectors: 3-pin Fischer for 24V accessories, 11-pin Fischer for 12V accessories, and 2-pin Lemo for 12V on Alexa models
Arri accessory cables are not compatible with Steadicam sled connectors despite both using Lemo connectors
Custom adapter cables such as 3-pin Lemo to D-tap or 3-pin Lemo to XLR can be manufactured to enable use of standard accessories with sleds
Polarity differs between Ultra sled 2-pin Lemo and Alexa 2-pin Lemo connectors

The Ultra sled originally shipped with 2-pin Lemo 12V connectors; later models may have included 3-pin variants
Some sleds may have been modified from factory configuration
Information about connector manufacturing and availability from overseas suppliers notes higher shipping costs relative to component cost for small orders