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Tilta Camera Cage with Battery Plate for Sony PXW-FX9 (V-Mount)

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Tilta Camera Cage with Battery Plate for Sony PXW-FX9 (V-Mount)
Key Features
  • V-Mount Plate with LEMO & D-Tap Ports
  • VCT-U14 Baseplate with Shoulder Pad
  • 6-Pin External Power Module
  • Top, Front & Rear 15mm Rod Ports
The V-mount version Camera Cage with Battery Plate for the Sony FX9 from Tilta is a comprehensive modular system with a V-mount battery plate distribution box and a VCT-U14 baseplate with a shoulder pad. The power box offers two 2-pin LEMO and three D-Tap outputs, and it comes with a 6-pin external power input module to provide an alternative power solution for the camera. The cage also has a built-in lens adapter support bracket and top, front, and rear 15mm rod ports.
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Tilta ES-T18 Overview

The V-mount version Camera Cage with Battery Plate for the Sony FX9 from Tilta is a comprehensive modular system with a V-mount battery plate distribution box and a VCT-U14 baseplate with a shoulder pad. The power box offers two 2-pin LEMO and three D-Tap outputs, and it comes with a 6-pin external power input module to provide an alternative power solution for the camera. The cage also has a built-in lens adapter support bracket and top, front, and rear 15mm rod ports.

For mounting, the cage features 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 accessory and tripod mount threads, 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 ARRI-style anti-twist threads, and ARRI-style rosettes for extension arms and handgrips.

V-Mount Battery Plate
The battery plate attaches to the included top plate on the back of your camera and enables you to power the camera and accessories. It provides two 2-pin LEMO and three D-Tap outputs and comes with an external 6-pin power input module. The battery plate can be adjusted back and forth from the back of the camera via a bracket to help optimally balance the camera on your shoulder.
VCT-U14 Baseplate with Shoulder Pad
The VCT-U14 baseplate features an ergonomic shoulder pad and a 15mm LWS rod mount on the front and back. Two 7.9" rods are included for attaching accessories such as a follow focus. Standard ARRI-style rosettes on the sides of the baseplate allow you to install extension arms or additional handgrips, and an integrated, adjustable lens support on the front provides support for longer, heavier lenses. The baseplate also features a quick release plate on the bottom that provides 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 tripod mount threads, and this plate is interchangeable with select other Tilta quick release plates.
Top and Side Plates
The top plate attaches to the top of the camera without interfering with the camera's original top handle. It features a 15mm rod clamp on top for mounting an EVF and accessories using the included 1.8" short 15mm rods. The side plate connects the top plate with the baseplate, and both the top and side plates offer multiple 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 ARRI-style anti-twist threads to incorporate additional accessories.
UPC: 690770699674

Tilta ES-T18 Specs

Support Type
Baseplate, Cage, Rod Support System, Shoulder Support
Configuration
Battery Mounting Plate, Lens Support Bracket
Grip Type
No
Mounting
Rod Standard
15 mm LWS / 60 mm Spacing
Included Rods
2x 7.9" / 20 cm 15 mm Rod
2x 1.8" / 4.5 cm 15 mm Rod
Battery Plate Type
1x V-Mount (Included)
Accessory Mounting
Side Plate, Side
Multiple 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Multiple 3/8"-16 Female Thread

Top Plate, Top
Multiple 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Multiple 3/8"-16 Female Thread
Tripod Mounting
Quick Release Plate
1/4"-20 Female Thread, 3/8"-16 Female Thread
Rod Ports
Top Plate, Top
2x 15 mm Rod Port

Baseplate, Front
2x 15 mm Rod Port

Baseplate, Rear
2x 15 mm Rod Port
Shoe Mounting
No
Rosettes
Baseplate, Sides
2x ARRI Rosette w/ M6 Female Thread
Cable Clamp
No
General
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Dimensions
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Weight
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.965 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
16.6 x 9.7 x 5.7"

Tilta ES-T18 Reviews

Very poor quality product

By Richard
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-28

We have nine of these Tilta the camera cages. They are very weak and poorly made. The bottom plate develops cracks where the rosette and rod holder are. Dealing with Tilta for parts is a nightmare.

Bad Top Plate

By Bu
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2020-07-29

If I use Tilta‘s top plate, I can only use fx9 original handle. But there is no adapter that I can switch to my own Tilta handle. That’s no good.

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Does this cage comes with 15mm rods?

Does this cage comes with 15mm rods?
Asked by: Alvaro
This modular aluminum and steel cage includes a bottom VCT-U14 baseplate, a V-mount battery plate, a lens adapter, 15mm LWS rod clamps, a top plate, and a side plate. (rods are not included).
Answered by: Bruno
Date published: 2020-11-17

Does the raw expansion unit fit on the body with ...

Does the raw expansion unit fit on the body with this cage?
Asked by: Justin
Yes and no. The Sony XDCA-FX9 extension unit will fit with the VCT-U14 Baseplate and the Top and Side plates included with this kit, but the V-Mount Battery Plate assembly from this kit cannot be used in a set up with the XDCA-FX9.
Answered by: maria
Date published: 2020-05-27

What case would you recommend for this setup?

What case would you recommend for this setup?
Asked by: Keith
A good rig case solution for the Tilta Camera Cage with Battery Plate for Sony PXW-FX9 is the following: PortaBrace RIG-2SRKOR Camera Case with Wheels (Black) BH #PORIG2SRKOR https://bhpho.to/3KdsHXR
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-02-16

Are you able to slide the camera body back on the ...

Are you able to slide the camera body back on the shoulder mount to evenly distribute weight to larger/heavier lenses?
Asked by: Brian
This one is pretty tight and depending on the size of the lens in question, rod extensions and counterweights will definitely need to be considered.
Answered by: Bruno
Date published: 2020-05-14

Is this cage compatible with the XDCA-FX9 ...

Is this cage compatible with the XDCA-FX9 Extension Unit?
Asked by: Logan
No, The Tilta Camera Cage with Battery Plate for Sony PXW-FX9 does not support adding the Sony XDCA-FX9 extension Unit.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-08-10

Can you hot-swap batteries with this on?

Can you hot-swap batteries with this on?
Asked by: Rosemary
no you can not Hot swap the batteries with this cage on
Answered by: Sean
Date published: 2020-08-28

Is it possible to put another top handle with ...

Is it possible to put another top handle with this cage ?
Asked by: Tigran
no it not. the cage is designed to use the Sony handle
Answered by: Sean
Date published: 2020-09-04

does the rig enable the arm to rotate ...

does the rig enable the arm to rotate forward/backward enough to put fx9 on flat surface?
Asked by: William
Rotating the arm backwards (toward the rear of camera) should enable the camera to be placed on a flat surface without issues, but take necessary precautions to ensure that the camera is balanced properly all around.
Answered by: Bruno
Date published: 2020-05-06
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