ARRI recently released a Tech Talk video discussing everything you need to know about the new B-Mount 24V battery standard. If you want to learn more about this efficient way to power cameras and lighting fixtures, let’s take a closer look at it! During NAB 2019, German manufacturer bebob launched a new battery standard called B-Mount. B-mount batteries/chargers feature a new side-locking mechanism, but most importantly, they are 24V, compared to 12V for V-Mount/Gold Mount cells we all know. Last year, ARRI made B-Mount their new battery standard to power cameras and LED lights, including their famous SkyPanel S30, S60, and S120 fixtures. However, things now seem to move a little quicker with the recent launch of the bebob B-mount lineup of products. Also, ARRI recently released a Tech Talk to discuss everything you need to know about this 24V battery standard. What sets ARRI B-Mount apart So what makes B-Mount different from V-Mount or Gold Mount batteries that have been the industry standard for decades? Image credit: ARRI First, V-Mount and Gold Mount is a 12V system, whereas B-Mount is a 24V standard. In a nutshell, it means that B-Mount batteries are more efficient, and they can power cameras and LED lights that require much more energy. For example, the ARRI Orbiter draws 500W of power and can be powered via two B-Mount batteries. Image credit: ARRI Next, B-Mount features a new side-loaded and very sturdy battery mount. The battery release mechanism is located inside the battery and not...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 10 March, 2022