2011Sled forum
Specifications, maintenance, comfort, and pricing guidance for the EFP sled stabilizer rig
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The EFP typically comes with an AB battery mount, though adapter plates exist for other configurations.
- Cables for the EFP can still be manufactured by specialized vendors.
- The EFP vest is reported to be comfortable and suitable as a starter rig.
- The EFP can be modified to accommodate 24-volt or HD camera systems.
- The connection point where the post attaches to the lower hanger can fracture under load when the fully-loaded rig is set down without proper support, so docking or knee support should be used instead.
- Red spring arms on the EFP are rated for approximately 26 pounds of camera payload, while blue spring arms can handle about 8-9 pounds more.
- Used EFP rigs in excellent condition may be found for under $5,000, though complete kits are typically more expensive.
- Counterfeit EFP rigs appear periodically on resale markets as scams.
Depends on
- Pricing information is from 2011 and may not reflect current market values.
- The structural failure of the post-to-hanger connection is based on one user's experience and observations.
- Payload ratings for spring arms are based on recollection rather than manufacturer specifications.
- The information about rig modifications and cable sourcing reflects what was available at the time of discussion.