Mounting options for gyro inverter boxes on Steadicam rigs

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

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

2019Brackets/Widgets forum

Gyro inverters are compact and lightweight at under one pound, allowing flexible placement on various rig components.
Mounting an inverter on an AB plate clipped to the operator's vest minimizes power cable strain and saves weight when using multiple gyros.
Some operators combine a smaller gyro model with its inverter on a single plate that snaps onto battery mounts for streamlined setup.
Gyros clamped to the post with inverters placed in empty battery slots via velcro or attached to camera support rods work well for vehicle-mounted shots.
Dual-lock velcro on top of battery hangers provides secure yet removable mounting, with additional shock-absorbing bongos useful for bumpy conditions.
Mounting the inverter on the back of the operator's harness using soft-side velcro allows easy placement and removal, critical when docking the rig.
Inverters powered from block batteries worn on the shoulder or from AB plates with belt clips on the harness work consistently across vehicle mounts and rickshaw work.
Keeping the inverter separate from the sled during vehicle mounts allows it to be positioned independently with XLR cables running to portable power sources.

Most practical experience shared dates from 2019 or earlier; workflow preferences may have evolved.
Different mounting solutions work better depending on whether using single or dual gyros and the specific type of shooting situation.
A concern was raised about potential stress from mounting gyros directly on sled AB battery mounts due to torque and vibration, though no resolution or testing results were provided.