What the thread found

• Slider rigs with mounted cameras and accessories can remain assembled for months without problems if properly maintained.
• Fasteners and screws on the top stage should be checked regularly for tightness during extended setup periods.
• The gimbal bearing should be cleaned and inspected periodically to prevent wear and degradation.
• The slider arm components should be cleaned and inspected as part of regular maintenance.
• Storing the slider at its lowest height position and covering it when not in use helps preserve the rig during extended deployments.

Depends on

• The experience described involved specific equipment including a Sony HD camera, LCD prompter, and focus system on an Artemis sled, which may not represent all slider configurations.
• No specific failure modes or damage types were documented from the long-term use.
• The maintenance intervals suggested were general guidance rather than manufacturer specifications.
• Daily inspection and proper storage procedures were followed, so results may not apply to neglected rigs.

Gear in this thread

Artemiscatalog

Parts

Top Stage, Gimbal Bearing

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