stay puffed power system
magnet-release power plugs for cinema cameras
(patent pending)
Let’s set the scene. Steadicam all day and you’re flying a power hungry Alexa. Quick takes with long resets in-between . There’s a limited number of on-board batteries, but you’ve got a kick-ass 2nd AC. She’s all over it. Every time you dock she’s got you plugged into a block battery before the AD calls, “Back to One!” Then there’s a card change and the 1st AC loses connection on their video and Script has a question and it’s, “Camera’s up! Roll sound!” Actors are waiting. Off you go…
...and down topples your stand, the battery cable gets ripped in half and the power port is mangled beyond recognition. Whoops.
Now, A THING OF THE PAST.
Backpackrig.com is proud to produce the first ever magnet-release DC power system for the film industry. The Stay Puffed power system is a set of interchangeable camera power plugs with industry standard 12v and 24v block battery cables.
Strong magnets in the plugs allow for safe and convenient single-handed attachment with worry-free breakaway at a moment’s notice. Now quickly move your Steadicam or handheld setup onto “shore power” between takes without fear of accidental damage.
Integrated design features prevent any chance of over-voltage, short circuits, or reverse polarity. Available for every major cinema camera on the market:
- Alexa/Arricam
- Alexa Mini/Mini LF/Amira
- Sony Venice
- RED DSMC2
- RED Ranger
- Panavision DXL
A Note About Custom Connectors
The Stay Puffed system is compatible with any standard 1B Lemo, 2B Lemo, or Neutrik XLR connector irregardless of pin count or configuration. We offer the most common camera connectors as stocked items, but if you have a custom application please be in touch via email and we can likely create a plug to fit your needs!
A NOTE ON MAGENET STRENGTH:
The magnetic connectors employed here have a medium/light hold strength which cannot be changed or adjusted. Separation feel is akin to that of the common Apple MagSafe laptop connection. The primary intention of this system is for power supply when the camera is at rest in-between takes and we think the hold strength is ideal for that application. Customers who plan to use the cables in other circumstances may find the connection too weak.
FEATURES
Offered with plugs for all major cinema cameras
Self-finding connection in three axis
Zero force mating
Voltage-specific mating (12v plugs cannot accidentally mate with 24v cables)
Easy color-coded plug voltage identification (black rings = 12v, silver rings = 24v)
Plugs are 100% short-circuit-proof
System is 100% reverse-polarity proof
Zero arcing potential
Repositionable (locking) cable outlet direction in 22.5° increments
Easy to Clean and service
SPECIFICATIONS
alexa/arricam plug dimensions (length x diameter)
3 x 1.3" (75 x 33mm)
2.75oz (78g)
alexa mini/mini lf/amira/panavision dxl plug dimensions (length x diameter)
2.6 x 1.3" (66 x 33mm)
1.83oz (52g)
red dsmc2 plug dimensions (length x diameter)
2.4 x 1.3" (60 x 33mm)
1.48oz (42g)
sony venice plug dimensions (length x diameter)
2.7 x 1.3" (69 x 33mm)
2.22oz (63g)
12v battery cables
male 4pin XLR connector (pin1 ⎯, pin4 +)
6.5ft (2m) overall length
1.5” (39mm) max face width
5.57oz (158g)
24v battery cables
male 3pin XLR connector (pin1 ⎯, pin2 +)
6.5ft (2m) overall length
1.5” (39mm) max face width
5.57oz (158g)
max current load
15A