What the thread found

• Some operators remove the battery hanger from the sled when storing it in a case to reduce wear on the equipment, then use a standard Pelican 1650 case for transport.
• Custom-made cases tailored to a specific rig configuration can accommodate the battery hanger while installed, though they cost more than standard cases.
• A modular sled sock can serve as everyday storage in a vehicle and can be paired with a hard case for shipping purposes.
• The battery hanger can be disconnected at the bayonet fitting at the bottom of the post, allowing the rig to be rearranged inside a case without needing an entirely new case.
• Custom case providers can create foam layouts with test versions before final production to ensure proper fit and protection.
• Foam materials that develop a thickened skin when manufactured provide better durability on the exposed surface while remaining shock-absorbent on the interior.
• Coroplast can be used as a case material instead of wood to reduce weight while maintaining strength.
• For frequent flyers, a Pelican 1610 case can accommodate a disassembled rig in a two-tiered configuration.

Depends on

• Prices and availability vary by location and custom case maker.
• The two-tiered Pelican case approach requires disassembly and is described as feasible only a few times per year rather than for regular transport.
• One user's initial custom case turned out larger than needed because excessive foam padding was requested.

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