Mounting a camera equipped with a Steadicam plate onto a geared or fluid head

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2006Brackets/Widgets forum

20 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

A manufacturer produces a device called the Catgriller that allows mounting a camera with a Steadicam plate to a geared or fluid head.
Drilling out a Romford Baker snap plate receiver and installing one on both the Steadicam and the legs creates an adaptable mounting solution.
The drilled Romford Baker receiver method works adequately for Super16 and lighter 35mm cameras but introduces weight concerns with heavier cinema cameras.
Using a drilled snap plate receiver on the camera bottom may cause stability concerns during transport and handling by crew.

The Romford Baker drilling approach has weight limitations for larger film formats.
Concerns about dovetail stability when mounting cameras with this method were noted but not fully resolved.
The discussion does not specify the exact specifications or weight ratings of either solution.