Anton/Bauer Introduces VCLX LI 1600
The lithium-ion battery offers 1600Wh capacity and multi-voltage output to support high-current-demand devices.
Anton/Bauer has released the VCLX LI 1600, the latest evolution in its VCLX range of block-battery systems.
The VCLX LI is a 1600Wh-capacity battery, more than double the power of the VCLX NM2, and weighs 25.5 pounds. It provides multi-voltage output (14.4V, 28V, and 48V) through two XLR4 outputs and one XLR3, ensuring optimal performance for high-current-demand devices. For example, an Arri Alexa 35 rig could require about 300 watts at 28V DC — 135 watts for the camera and another 165 watts for the monitor, wireless transmitter, wireless focus lens motors and receiver, focus assist and lens light. The VCLX LI will power that package for 5.3 hours.
The battery features an anodized-aluminum chassis with over-molded end caps and handle grips, an IP65-rated weatherproof case, and passive-cooling technology for silent operating. A 2.4" color LCD screen offers real-time monitoring of remaining runtime, charge time and active power draw. Built-in smart technology allows for real-time onboard diagnostics. The intelligent system calculates and displays power requirements from devices connected to the XLR3, XLR4 or USB ports.
VCLX units come with built-in fleet-management capabilities, allowing users to download vital information via Wi-Fi or USB. The fleet-management software provides insights into the learned capacity, cycle count, charge percentage and error history, enabling efficient triage and rectification.
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