2010Cases/Carts/Stands and Transport forum
Storage and transport cases for Tiffen Clipper 312 stabilizer system
16 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The Tiffen hard case for the arm and vest is a wheeled case that accommodates the arm in a soft sleeve inside the vest, with room for chargers, batteries, and some accessories
- Pelican 1650 and Storm 2950 cases are commonly used alternatives for transporting the vest and arm
- Many operators keep batteries and chargers separate from the main equipment case to reduce weight
- The Tiffen-branded hard cases have distinctive appearance compared to generic cases, making them easily identifiable during travel
- A practical setup involves using multiple cases: dedicated cases for sled, arm/vest, batteries/chargers, accessories, and additional gear like Preston box or motors
- Soft bags are preferred for daily work transport to reduce weight, while hard cases are used for shipping and air travel
- The Pelican 1690 provides secure transport for vest, arm, docking bracket, battery charger and cables but adds significant weight
Depends on
- Hard cases may exceed airline baggage weight limits depending on contents and carrier
- Discussion focuses on Clipper 24 and 312 models from 2010; recommendations may not apply to current equipment
- Some participants mention specific personal setups that may not be practical for all users or budgets
- The thread does not provide definitive guidance on foam cutting or divider placement for optimal protection
Parts
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