How to Foam Pelican Case for Camera Gear | FULL Tutorial

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  • Опубліковано 31 тра 2024
  • Learn how to foam a Pelican case from start to finish for camera equipment. This full tutorial goes over exactly how to pluck out the foam lining of your Pelican in order to protect all your camera gear from damage. In this video, I show you:
    ➤ how to measure your gear inside the case
    ➤ how to pluck out the foam
    ➤ simple trick that makes this easier
    ➤ what to do if you make a mistake
    Website: www.sidneyreed.com
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    TIMESTAMPS
    0:00 Intro
    0:34 What you need to get started
    1:30 How to lay out your gear
    1:57 Secret ancient toothpick technique
    2:30 Plucking out the foam grid
    5:10 Cutting angled pieces
    5:30 Fixing a mistake
    7:09 Abnormal shape items
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    GEAR MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO
    This video isn't sponsored, but below are affiliate links to gear that I personally use. I earn a small commission when you buy at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting this channel!
    Vlog Camera: amzn.to/31Hq1dT
    Fav lens: amzn.to/39GCeDN
    Pelican case: amzn.to/32mYgro
    Lid organizer: amzn.to/3tqgV1j
    Extra foam inserts: amzn.to/32nQRI6
    Colored toothpicks: amzn.to/3ec09wi
    Drone used: amzn.to/2Qt5jvY
    Bird's eye camera used: amzn.to/3mQNumD
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    ABOUT
    I’m a full-time filmmaker and a professor of film at the University of Colorado - Denver. My mission is to teach new and upcoming filmmakers, youtubers, and artistic entrepreneurs how go full-time doing what they love and making an impact through the power of film making.
    Questions about Video Production, Film Making, or Anything Else? Post in comments section of this video!
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  • @harryperry7712
    @harryperry7712 3 роки тому +4

    Great quality video. Feeling confident with getting my first case after this.

  • @bottlebrushmedia
    @bottlebrushmedia Рік тому +4

    This was an excellent film. Followed it exactly to set my pelican case up just now. Thanks

  • @timforrestcet35
    @timforrestcet35 6 місяців тому

    Perfect...! Everything I needed to know. Thanks, Sidney Reed!

  • @stevenroseboro9548
    @stevenroseboro9548 2 роки тому

    Thank you SIdney!. Directions were perfect, I just finished my first case.

  • @SeanFrost
    @SeanFrost 2 роки тому

    Thank you! This was a very easy to follow tutorial. The toothpicks is a good tip.

  • @gilguajardo7808
    @gilguajardo7808 Рік тому +1

    Love the toothpicks idea! Using it now for my first Pelican case foaming. :)

  • @DeeRosa
    @DeeRosa 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the video; actually needed this for a trip.

  • @rrrandommman
    @rrrandommman 2 роки тому +1

    Perfect, was looking for a video that detailed how to use pick and pluck in the real world, cheers Sidney.

  • @MortarMike
    @MortarMike 2 роки тому

    Simple and awesome video. Found this today and subbed b/c this content is great! Thanks!

  • @Radiotexas
    @Radiotexas 8 місяців тому +1

    Very clever! Thanks!

  • @lssantore
    @lssantore Рік тому

    Thank you this was very helpful.

  • @Raichle9
    @Raichle9 Рік тому

    Thank you. This is very helpful

  • @BlameCo
    @BlameCo 2 роки тому

    Good video and thoughtful preparation and tips. :)

  • @johnger850305
    @johnger850305 2 роки тому

    So informative, and you look so good on camera. Should definitely upload more👌👍

  • @R20C
    @R20C 2 роки тому

    wow so simple but amazing trick replacing the foam

  • @scottweber8272
    @scottweber8272 Рік тому

    This worked great! And I found I could buy similar foam for my old Nanuk case too!

  • @jakedolimpio1493
    @jakedolimpio1493 2 роки тому

    Great vid thanks 🙏🏼

  • @Trevoulin
    @Trevoulin 2 роки тому

    This was a great tutorial. Thanks for clearing that up.

  • @hueandsteve1989
    @hueandsteve1989 2 роки тому

    Very helpful.

  • @mrThurmenMurmen
    @mrThurmenMurmen 2 роки тому

    thank you!!

  • @TheGoldenTNT
    @TheGoldenTNT 2 роки тому

    This should have many more views.

  • @mia_filmz
    @mia_filmz Рік тому

    THANK YOU

  • @rayleung_photography
    @rayleung_photography Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the tutorial :)

    • @rayleung_photography
      @rayleung_photography Рік тому

      Slight challegening when plucking away for items which were not in a case. In my situation was limited for space, I fitted the lens vertically lens cap (logo) face up. I had to pluck out the min into the first layer and copy that to the second layer, then pluck away more from the first layer. Bit long winded but it worked for me. 🙂

  • @prepsandstuff6871
    @prepsandstuff6871 2 роки тому

    Thank you sooooooo much I am young and in school and no one cares about my stuff even if it is a very expensive drone now I can have my stuff protected.

  • @dripllc5088
    @dripllc5088 2 роки тому

    excellent

  • @jrycgy2916
    @jrycgy2916 3 роки тому

    Nice video. Very useful. :)

  • @NaveenGanesan
    @NaveenGanesan 2 роки тому +1

    Technically, Im your 100th subscriber !!

  • @stefanthorndahl1666
    @stefanthorndahl1666 2 роки тому

    hi Sidney. Thanks a lot. It was super useful. I used matches instead and just flipped them upside down when I made a new square. Anyway worked a charm!

    • @sidneyreed
      @sidneyreed  2 роки тому +1

      Matches are a great idea also! Yeah it's all about plotting that grid out first. Glad to have helped.

    • @stefanthorndahl1666
      @stefanthorndahl1666 2 роки тому

      @@sidneyreed you definitely did ! It's quite satisfying to have a nicely plotted out case 😂

  • @FernandoRodriguez-jq6yp
    @FernandoRodriguez-jq6yp 4 місяці тому

    Great tips! What is the pelican case model you have in the video? thanks!

  • @ivanluhi
    @ivanluhi 2 роки тому

    Apply "Plasti Dip" so to protect the foam a little. Looks a little bit better too.
    Nice video!

  • @normankellogg6624
    @normankellogg6624 Рік тому

    alright, so i subscribed already...hope yer proud of yourself

  • @DaveMcEvoyMusic
    @DaveMcEvoyMusic 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this video/ Sub’d 👍🏻

  • @pagpapaitim
    @pagpapaitim Рік тому

    +1 for the zoom f1

  • @latedinn
    @latedinn Рік тому +1

    so helpful I want to cry

  • @johnsoto8969
    @johnsoto8969 11 місяців тому

    Hi Sidney, great video! Mind sharing the foam-safe glue options as they aren't mentioned in the description?

    • @sidneyreed
      @sidneyreed  11 місяців тому

      No worries! You can use Gorilla Glue (get the thick gel stuff so it doesn’t run) or rubber cement (let both sides try them stick them together like tape). Just don’t use hot glue or latex, as it will melt the foam.

  • @nicholasflores4498
    @nicholasflores4498 27 днів тому

    My 1640 case broke bad! Reached out to Pelican and they replaced it!

  • @sarius2388
    @sarius2388 2 роки тому

    so many good nuggets, thank you for this!
    also i must be doing something wrong because none of my profs are like this 😢

    • @sidneyreed
      @sidneyreed  2 роки тому

      You’re welcome! Everyone has their own teaching style. I’m quite passionate about film education so that might come across in how I instruct. :) But glad to supplement your learning on the side.

    • @sarius2388
      @sarius2388 2 роки тому

      @@sidneyreed My second half of the comment was more me saying damn i've never had a professor this pretty (respectfully) ahah but yes it's very calming and digestible the way you explain things, and i feel that creates an environment where students are comfortable in asking questions, trying new things, messing up, which is moreso important in a field like film I'd argue.

  • @shiftednrifted
    @shiftednrifted Рік тому

    I want to make a case for my valve index gear. Im intimidated as index controllers are a very irregular shape

  • @360icon
    @360icon 2 роки тому

    After years i went with the trekpak system- i can rearrange it easily if needed- after replacing just 2 sets of foam its about the same cost + you gain a large amount of space the foam took up also

    • @sidneyreed
      @sidneyreed  2 роки тому +1

      I just got a trekpak set for my little pelican after you mentioned this. I think I like it better already for things that don't need a lot of cushion. It's a really slick system.

  • @RawloftheDead
    @RawloftheDead 3 роки тому +3

    What were the foam glue you were suggesting? I didn't see it in your description. Love the video. I'm having trouble when I pull anything out the whole foam comes out

    • @sidneyreed
      @sidneyreed  2 роки тому

      Added to the description box! Buy it here on Amazon for about $3 - amzn.to/3CGQqto

  • @scottweber8272
    @scottweber8272 Рік тому

    I need to buy a new foam pack and recut it for my new camera.

  • @ConCafePodcast
    @ConCafePodcast 10 місяців тому

    Or just create Coroplast and Foam dividers. Cheaper, higher quality and highly customizable

  • @Visaliaipa
    @Visaliaipa 11 місяців тому

    Quick question….when flying, do you check your camera case or carry on?

    • @sidneyreed
      @sidneyreed  11 місяців тому +1

      I’m actually editing a Short about this! So look out this week for it. I explain how I travel with everything.

    • @Visaliaipa
      @Visaliaipa 11 місяців тому

      @@sidneyreed Awesome……can’t wait to see it.

  • @folknotes
    @folknotes Рік тому

    Trust me guys, all I have is flat foam without plugs, and what I'm looking for is how to make holes, small squares, with minimal tools but still neat and precise 😂

  • @Sabbra
    @Sabbra 2 роки тому

    is this a matrioska?

    • @adamkormendi5904
      @adamkormendi5904 2 роки тому

      It might turn out that she really just use this to transfer her color toothpicks.

  • @TheLarryal21
    @TheLarryal21 Рік тому

    Where to buy the foam?

    • @sidneyreed
      @sidneyreed  Рік тому

      When you order the pelican, usually you can click the option to add it in. If not, you can always order it from them separately. I think it's around $100 depending on the size.

  • @jappa8255
    @jappa8255 3 роки тому

    is that the 1620?

    • @sidneyreed
      @sidneyreed  3 роки тому

      You are correct! My voice over was wrong (I foamed 6 cases that day). Good catch.

    • @normanbataille8865
      @normanbataille8865 2 роки тому

      @@sidneyreed great video, could post the foam glue you talked about? Thanks

  • @john_turner
    @john_turner Рік тому

    Tried this with non colored toothpicks it was a disaster

    • @alfonsosd7462
      @alfonsosd7462 9 днів тому

      Im wondering why it makes a difference using color toothpicks. What happened?

  • @salvoognibene8054
    @salvoognibene8054 Рік тому

    FULL Tutorial of what?