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  • Hey all, just changed over the backend after 15 years I figured time to give it a bit of an update, its probably gonna be a bit weird for most of you and i am sure there is a few bugs to work out but it should kinda work the same as before... hopefully :)

"End-module"

Dave was kind enough to send me a prototype of his backplate for field testing...already love it, even though I know it's only a roughed-in version. As I'm prepping to begin a feature in Sicily, I'm glad to know those important bits will be well-protected from the elements and general pace and shooting style of this production. Thanks, Dave, for choosing me to put this plate through its paces!

First impressions: It's pretty thin, hugs the body via the redmote v-connection without even using the screws, and sits just about perfectly flush to the body at every beautiful curve. Similar to the top plates from VF/Brook, it looks like it's part of the body, which I really dig. Afterall, it's a beautiful camera, so why not let it keep its elegance? I imagine Dave will continue to adjust the tooling and finish to make it a truly perfect fit.

As this is an early prototype, it has small allen bolts that do stick out from the rest of the back plate...I think having an inset option will prove more aesthetically pleasing, and for those who want a tool-less option, I'm sure he'll find something that will work while keeping in tune with the trim look and fit. I have some ideas I already passed along, we'll see if he can make something like that work.

That said, it wouldn't surprise me if his back plate becomes the standard for Epic owners when not using a redmote, backpack, or one of the new battery plate options from VF or Innocinema (or whoever else comes to market). It's definitely filling a need in a quickly growing market. Beyond using something like this for the back of the camera, it wouldn't surprise me if this was a good way of protecting other camera modules that aren't being used on camera at any given time...the fact that you don't have to use the screws means it's a no-nonsense way of protecting those contacts from getting bent or broken or just plain dirty. Kinda reminds me of the magazine caps from Arri SR mags...easy to put on and take off, smart to use when the mag (or in this case, module) isn't on the camera.

On a separate but related note, as I've been building the camera and trying different configurations with different manufacturer's pieces, I'm pretty astounded at how great the 3rd party market has shown up to bring Jim's vision of an infinitely modular/configurable camera to an absolute reality. Great work, everyone...
 
Dave Weber said:
Ya beat me to it :cryin: Mine has a little more detail but still a fine product you've made!
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Thanks Dave,

What your making sounds much fancier and I look forward to seeing it. Mine is very basic but get's the job done. If you're going to be taking it on and off a lot, mine will probably prove to be a pain. But considering we (and a lot of other people) don't have the REDMOTE or any other modules go on the back, we wont be taking it off that often.
 
I love the fact that there is a literal garage industry built up around this piece of kit!! I even bought a CNC mill to play with!!

But, tell us how much and the masses will send you $$ dave :)


Oh, and Jonathan for the best post in a long while!!!!!!!!!
 
Clint,

Thanks for the kind words and the run down on your initial thoughts of the "End Cap". I am looking into some of the things that were in your email and when you return from Italy I'll send you a proper product.

Safe travels and happy shooting.
 
Scott Miller said:
I love the fact that there is a literal garage industry built up around this piece of kit!! I even bought a CNC mill to play with!!

But, tell us how much and the masses will send you $$ dave :)


Oh, and Jonathan for the best post in a long while!!!!!!!!!
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Scott,

I think I've landed on about $60 for 1 "End Cap" or $100 for 2 ...... order 2 and save $20. I'm not 100% on the pricing but that seems about where I'll be. Still working out a few small details that may change the pricing.
 
Dave, still nada? I think if you. An make yours clip on in someway you will corner the market.. The bolt thing is the only pain.
 
Dave, what's the story bro? I'm interested to see what you're coming up with. In the mean time, I picked up David Fairbanks' end module piece. $25, light plastic, fits perfectly. Not the most beautiful piece of hardware ever made, but it certainly doesn't stand out either.

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Now all I need is a little rubber cap for the SSD port and I'm good to go!
 
Jonathan,

So very close.

The "End Cap" is similar but follows the contours of the camera and can "hang" on the mount on the back of the camera or be screwed in on the bottom for a more permanent hold.
 
My "End Cap" thread was pulled down because I was breaking the Reduser rules for advertising without being a sponsor. I want to play by the rules and am waiting for info on being a sponsor.

In the meantime, if you need something to cover the pins on your EPIC, google search "Atomic 13 End Cap".
 
What size are those 4 back screws?

Imperial or metric?

Thread depth?

Nice looking piece of kit. Good job.
 
David,

The screws are 4mm in size to match the holes on the back of camera. The depth is 8mm because of the countersink. I was using 10mm before the countersink.
 
I got mine and I like it. Nice work. It would be nice if it had the captured screws. I like your earlier idea of screws that can be tightened by hand. I'm sure I'll lose the screws quickly. Any chance of an upgrade?
 
Dave - ready to drop the Dime when the Scarlet version is ready....

Stu Aull
Alaska
 
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