2006Batteries/Power forum
Compatibility between AB and V-lock battery mounting systems
20 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- An adapter plate exists that allows V-Mount batteries to work with equipment designed for AB three-stud mounts.
- Adapter plates typically have some mechanical play and can introduce vibration issues between the battery and the equipment.
- Using soft Velcro on both the equipment mount and the adapter can help reduce vibration problems.
- Replacing the mounting plates on the equipment itself is often recommended as a more stable alternative to using adapters.
- Adapter plates are significantly more expensive than replacement mounting plates.
- V-Mount to AB adapter plates are useful to have as backup options when needing compatibility with other users' equipment.
- Adapters may create additional height, vibration, and electrical connection reliability concerns.
- Adapter availability can be limited with frequent stock shortages.
Depends on
- The discussion involves specific equipment from the mid-2000s and battery technology from that era.
- Vibration characteristics depend on how the adapter is installed and damped with materials like Velcro.
- Pricing and availability information is from 2006 and may not reflect current market conditions.
- The discussion focuses on Steadicam-type equipment but conclusions may apply more broadly.