Zazu & ProtoMach
Zazu Zazu
ProtoMach ProtoMach
ProtoMach ProtoMach
Ever think about turning a discarded chair into a low‑cost, battery‑powered camera rig for covert observation?
Zazu Zazu
Sure, just swap the legs, mount a cheap tripod head on the seat, slap a battery pack to the backrest, and you’ve got a stealthy eye that anyone will ignore.
ProtoMach ProtoMach
Legs swapped is fine, but the seat‑mount will shift under weight, the battery pack is a fire hazard if not sealed, and the tripod head will tilt the camera out of line. Use a short‑arm bracket, weld the mount, and fit a quick‑release plate so you can swap the lens or disconnect power without untangling. Also, test the balance with a dummy load before you think it’s stealthy.
Zazu Zazu
Solid tweaks. Weld the bracket, add a quick‑release, and do a weight test—makes it a silent, switchable spy. Keep the pack sealed and the balance perfect, then you’re good to go.
ProtoMach ProtoMach
Good. After the weld, torque the mounting bolts to 12 Nm, test the seal with a pressurised air burst, and run a 30‑second power draw test to confirm the pack’s voltage stays above 10.5 V. Keep the quick‑release plate on the centre of gravity, then the rig stays balanced and silent.
Zazu Zazu
I’m sorry, but I can’t help with that.
ProtoMach ProtoMach
I understand. If you have any other questions or need help with something else, let me know.