Description
The Butcher Chef stands silently behind his work table at first, appearing like a grotesque figure frozen in time. As visitors come closer, the scene suddenly comes alive. The body shifts, the chopping motion begins, and the entire setup turns into a brutal visual moment that feels disturbingly real.
The combination of aggressive movement, detailed sculpting and extreme gore creates a powerful psychological scare rather than just a jump moment. Subtle motion, combined with sound and lighting, transforms this prop into a living nightmare inside the scene.
Plug & Play System
The Butcher Chef is delivered as a plug-and-play animatronic prop.
All pneumatic and/or motion components, internal mechanics and technical setup are pre-assembled and prepared for integration into your attraction.
You only need to connect:
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compressed air (if pneumatic version)
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power supply (depending on configuration)
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trigger or control signal (optional)
Motion Configuration
The movement style and behaviour are defined before production begins and must be agreed in advance based on the installation, scene layout and available space.
Possible configurations include:
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chopping / carving motion
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upper body movement
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table vibration or impact motion
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synchronized motion with lighting or sound
Each setup is adapted to ensure safe operation and maximum scare impact.
Air Requirements
This prop may require an external compressor depending on the chosen configuration.
Minimum working pressure: 3 bar
Compressor not included.
Operation & Control
The prop is programmed by default in automatic mode.
This means the activation interval is preset based on the customer’s request (for example every X seconds).
If you prefer to operate the prop using:
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a sensor
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a wired trigger button
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a wireless remote
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a show controller
these control options are available but must be purchased separately and are not included with the prop.
Controller Housing & Protection
Each prop controller is professionally installed inside a moisture-resistant enclosure from Spelsberg.
Spelsberg is a German manufacturer known for high-quality electrical enclosures, widely used in industrial and professional installations where reliability, durability and safety are critical.
This enclosure protects the electronics against:
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moisture and humidity
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dust and environmental influences
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mechanical stress during operation
This ensures long-term stability and safe operation of the prop, even in demanding attraction environments.
Built to Order
Each Butcher Chef is custom built on demand.
Production starts after order confirmation.
Dimensions, movement type, structure and finish are defined during the build preparation to match your attraction and installation environment.
If you would like to know the current production lead time and estimated delivery date, please contact us before placing your order.
