2010Batteries/Power forum
Finding longer 12V power cables for Barteck Remote Focus Device with Steadicam Flyer
16 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The short 2-pin 12V cable included with the device is designed for connecting one receiver to another when using multiple motors, not for extending power to remote equipment.
- A workaround using dual XLR adapters (2-pin 12V to 4-pin XLR male, then 4-pin XLR female to 2-pin 12V) can create longer cable runs but results in a bulky and heavy solution unsuitable for camera rigs.
- Longer aftermarket 12V cables are available from the manufacturer for users needing extended reach without adapter chains.
Depends on
- The adapter cable solution, while functional, introduces unwanted bulk and weight for handheld stabilizer work.
- Thread does not specify the exact length requirements or connector specifications for recommended replacement cables.
- No information on whether longer factory cables are optimal or if alternative power distribution methods exist.