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Tilta Nucleus-M WLC-T03 Wireless Follow Focus Lens Control Kit
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Unleash Wireless Lens ControlThe Tilta Nucleus-M WLC-T03 is a revolutionary 3-channel wireless lens control system. Control focus, iris, and zoom via the FIZ hand unit or wireless hand grips. Its modular design allows for splitting channel control between the hand unit and grips. A built-in motor...
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Overview
Unleash Wireless Lens Control
The Tilta Nucleus-M WLC-T03 is a revolutionary 3-channel wireless lens control system. Control focus, iris, and zoom via the FIZ hand unit or wireless hand grips. Its modular design allows for splitting channel control between the hand unit and grips. A built-in motor drive eliminates the need for a separate MDR, simplifying camera setup.
- Control Channels: 3 (Focus, Iris, Zoom)
- Wireless Range: 1,000 feet
- Motor Compatibility: 15mm and 19mm Rods
- Motor Gear: 0.8 mod, 35 tooth, 32 pitch
- Power: P-tap power cable for motors
- Batteries (Hand Unit/Grips): 18650 Rechargeable (Not Included)
Key Features
The Nucleus-M is a revolutionary and highly customizable 3-channel lens control system. It allows you to have full control of focus, iris, and zoom on either the FIZ hand unit or between the two hand grips. You can even split control of the channels between the hand unit and hand grips as you see fit with the push of a button.
The range of both the hand unit and hand grips is 1,000 feet and with the planned upcoming transmission upgrade, the range can reach up to 1 ¼ miles! This makes it ideal for drone or car-mounted shots.
The hand grips can be attached to the included rosette mounts for handheld operation and can also be attached to top bar-based gimbals with the included Nucleus-M Hand Grip to Gimbal Adapters or to ring-based gimbals with the optional Nucleus-M Hand Grip Universal Gimbal Ring Adapters.
Each motor has its own built-in motor drive that communicates directly with the hand unit and hand grips. This negates the need to mount a separate MDR to your rig, allowing for a more compact camera setup and a quicker setup time. Simply set the motors and hand unit/hand grips to the same channel and you will have full control.
The motors are designed to clamp onto 19mm or 15mm rods (with the included rod bushings). This clamp-on design allows you to easily attach and detach the motors without needing to remove any other accessory from your setup. Every motor has a 0.8 mod, 35 tooth, 32 pitch gear attached, which is the standard gear size for cinema lenses. The torque of the Nucleus-M Motor at 14.8V is 2.5N·m
Specifications
Control Channels
3 (Focus, Iris, Zoom)
Wireless Range
1,000 feet (Upgradable to 1.25 miles)
Motor Rod Compatibility
19mm, 15mm (with bushings)
Motor Gear Pitch
0.8 mod, 32 pitch
Motor Tooth Count
35
Motor Torque (at 14.8V)
2.5N·m
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers full 3-channel control over focus, iris, and zoom functions for versatile lens manipulation
- Allows flexible distribution of control channels between the FIZ hand unit and hand grips
- Features an impressive wireless range of 1,000 feet, extendable to 1 ¼ miles with a planned upgrade
- Motors include built-in drives, streamlining camera rigs by eliminating the need for a separate MDR
- Designed with clamp-on motors that attach easily to 19mm or 15mm rods without disassembling the setup
👎 Cons
- The extended transmission range of 1 ¼ miles is a planned upgrade and not available by default
- Requires specific rod diameters (19mm or 15mm with bushings) for motor mounting, which may not suit all rigs
- The kit is complex, indicating a learning curve for new users to master all its functionalities
- While highly customizable, the initial setup and channel assignment might be time-consuming
- May require additional purchases, such as optional gimbal ring adapters, for full compatibility with some setups
Frequently Asked Questions
How many channels of lens control does the Nucleus-M system offer?
The Nucleus-M is a 3-channel lens control system, allowing you to control focus, iris, and zoom functions.
What is the wireless range of the hand unit and hand grips?
The range for both the hand unit and hand grips is 1,000 feet, with a planned transmission upgrade to extend it up to 1 ¼ miles.
Can the hand grips be used with gimbals?
Yes, the hand grips can be attached to top bar-based gimbals with included adapters or to ring-based gimbals with optional adapters.
Do the motors require a separate motor drive unit?
No, each motor has its own built-in motor drive, which communicates directly with the hand unit and hand grips, eliminating the need for a separate MDR.
How do the motors attach to a camera rig?
The motors feature a clamp-on design that allows for easy attachment and detachment to 19mm or 15mm rods (using included bushings) without needing to remove other accessories.
What is the gear standard for the Nucleus-M motors?
Every motor is equipped with a 0.8 mod, 35 tooth, 32 pitch gear, which is the standard gear size for cinema lenses.
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