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Tilta Nucleus-M Wireless Follow Focus Lens Control

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Tilta Nucleus-M Wireless Follow Focus Lens Control

Name: Tilta Nucleus-M Wireless Follow Focus Lens Control
Brand: Tilta
SKU: Nucleus-M

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Tilta Nucleus-M wireless follow focus delivers brushless motor precision with up to 1,000 feet of wireless range for cinema lens control.

$359.00*

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Overview

The Tilta Nucleus-M is a wireless follow focus system built around brushless motors that communicate directly with the included hand unit, bypassing the need for a separate motor driver receiver. Each motor delivers 2.5 N·m of torque at 14.8V — enough to drive most cinema prime and zoom lenses smoothly and quietly. The 0.8 mod gear pitch is the industry standard for cine lenses, and Tilta includes gear rings for lenses that lack a built-in gear ring, ensuring broad compatibility across lens brands and mount systems. The universal rod mount accommodates both 15mm and 19mm studio rods with included bushings, making it adaptable to a wide range of camera support configurations.

Wireless range extends up to 1,000 feet, giving focus pullers or camera operators the freedom to work at significant distances from the camera — useful on Steadicam, drone, crane, or car-mount setups. Power is supplied through a P-tap connection, and multiple motors can be daisy-chained using the 7-pin to 7-pin cables so that a single battery powers the entire system. The Nucleus-M also supports optional run/stop cables for select cameras, allowing operators to trigger recording directly from the hand unit. Manual calibration support means the system works with lenses that have hard stops and those that don't, making it a versatile choice for mixed lens kits on set.

Key Features

This Nucleus-M motor kit allows you to add a motor to your Nucleus-M kit along with the 7-pin to 7-pin power cable that allows you to power the motor from a daisy-chained connection to another Nucleus-M motor.

This P-tap to 7-pin cable for the Nucleus-M allows you to power the motors from a P-tap power output port. Simply plug this cable into one of the motors and then daisy chain power to the other motors using the Nucleus-M 7-pin to 7-pin power cables.

[MANUAL CALIBRATION] Supports Lenses With and Without Hard Stops [COMPATIBLE] with Most Cinema Lenses via the Motor's 0.8 Gear Pitch or Included Gear Rings

[NO MDR NEEDED] Wirelessly Control the Motors Up to 1000 Feet[RUN STOP CAPABLE] via Optional Camera Specific Run Stop Cables

[UNIVERSAL ROD MOUNT] Supports 15mm and 19mm Rods

Specifications

Motor Type

Brushless Wireless Follow Focus Motor

Communication

Direct motor-to-hand unit (no MDR required)

Wireless Range

Up to 1,000 feet

Gear Size

0.8 mod, 35 tooth, 32 pitch

Torque

2.5 N·m at 14.8V

Rod Compatibility

15mm and 19mm (with included bushings)

Power Cable

P-tap to 7-Pin Motor Power Cable

Motor Cable

7-Pin to 7-Pin Motor to Motor Cable

Run/Stop

Supported via optional camera-specific cables

Calibration

Manual — supports lenses with and without hard stops

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Up to 1,000 feet of wireless range gives operators freedom to control lenses far from the camera
No MDR required — motors communicate directly with the hand unit, reducing rig complexity and weight
Brushless motor design provides smooth, quiet operation with 2.5 N·m of torque at 14.8V
Compatible with both 15mm and 19mm rod systems via the universal rod mount with included bushings
Daisy-chain power design means multiple motors can run from a single P-tap source without extra batteries

👎 Cons

The system is sold in components, so building a full multi-motor kit requires purchasing additional motors and accessories separately
At 2.5 N·m torque, the motor may struggle with particularly stiff or heavy cinema zoom lenses
P-tap power dependency means you need a compatible battery system — no internal rechargeable battery in the motor
The hand unit and motors add weight and bulk to lightweight gimbal or handheld setups
Calibration is manual for lenses without hard stops, which adds setup time on set

Frequently Asked Questions

What gear pitch does the Nucleus-M motor use, and is it compatible with most cinema lenses?

The motor uses a 0.8 mod (32 pitch) gear with 35 teeth, which is the standard pitch for cinema lenses. For lenses without a gear ring, Tilta includes lens gear rings in the kit so you can add compatibility.

Does the Nucleus-M require a separate MDR (Motor Driver Receiver) unit?

No. The Nucleus-M motors communicate directly with the hand unit or hand grips wirelessly, eliminating the need for a separate MDR box. This simplifies the rig and reduces cable clutter.

Can the Nucleus-M motors be daisy-chained for multi-axis control?

Yes. You can connect multiple motors using the included 7-pin to 7-pin cables to daisy-chain power between them. This allows you to control focus, iris, and zoom from a single hand unit.

How is the Nucleus-M motor powered?

The motor can be powered via the included P-tap to 7-pin cable connected to any P-tap power output, such as a V-mount or Gold-mount battery. Additional motors in the chain receive power through the daisy-chain connection.

Does the Nucleus-M work with lenses that lack hard stops?

Yes. The system supports manual calibration, so it can be configured to work with both cinema lenses that have hard stops and photo lenses that do not.