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Suitable protective cases and transport solutions for CineLive stabilizer systems and components
What the thread found
- The Pelican 1650 or Storm IM2950 case can accommodate a CineLive sled with comfortable fit, though Gen 3 base systems may leave minimal foam clearance on the sides
- A Pelican 1620 case works well for transporting arm and vest together when wrapped in a duffel bag, though the case opening width may require careful insertion
- For local work, a simple duffel bag suffices for arm and vest transport, while rigid cases become necessary for shipping
- Custom foam inserts can be created through online case builder services or with DIY modular foam products like Kaizen foam, which can be cut and reassembled as needed
- The SKB case offers similar dimensions to the Storm 2950 and Pelican 1650 but with improved latches and slightly more internal volume
- A North Face Base Camp duffel bag (medium or large size) can hold vest and arm components, though the smaller opening width makes insertion challenging and a larger size may be preferable
- Custom aluminum cases made by specialized companies can be designed to store a fully assembled sled with minimal teardown, plus accessories like monitors, brackets, and tools
Depends on
- Fit varies depending on specific base version (DB2 Gen 4 versus DB3 Gen III versus older systems)
- Duffel bag selection and sizing varies by arm model, with longer models like the Atlas requiring more space than others
- Custom case solutions are significantly more expensive than standard modular cases
- Kaizen foam and similar DIY solutions require manual cutting and assembly
- The discussion does not specify total weight capacity or whether these cases meet airline carry-on requirements
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