Dionic HC battery compatibility and performance with Steadicam rigs and wireless camera setups

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

2009Batteries/Power forum

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

Dionic HC batteries are physically larger than previous battery models, requiring modifications to some Steadicam battery cages and mounting hardware to fit properly.
The Dionic HC batteries cleared recorder mounts on rear battery positions of PRO II sleds for some operators, though front mounting required relocating the XCS level in some cases.
Dionic HC batteries demonstrated significantly extended runtime compared to Dionic 90 batteries on wireless camera setups, running approximately 2 hours 15 minutes versus 40-45 minutes on one test platform.
On an HD wireless setup, Dionic HC batteries achieved 90-95 minutes of runtime compared to 25 minutes with Dionic 90 batteries on the same equipment.
Weight distribution and overall mass of Dionic HC batteries were reported as similar or superior to previous models, though side-to-side balance adjustment was needed when switching from Dionic 90 batteries.
Operator battery holders and custom mounting solutions required modification to accommodate the larger Dionic HC battery dimensions.

Performance testing was limited to specific camera models and wireless configurations.
Long-term durability data was not available at the time of discussion.
HD camera operators would require multiple HC batteries to complete full shooting days due to high power consumption.
Compatibility varied depending on recorder mount age and design, with newer models showing better fit than older variants.