Comet CBm-1200 1200 Watt/Second Battery Operated Power Supply with Battery and Charger
The Comet CBm-1200 battery operated professional 1200 watt/second strobe power supply is for the photographer who works on location, and in the studio. It is small and lightweight, has short flash duration for stopping action, quick recycling time, constant color temperature pop after pop, and a wide power range.
This power pack can supply each of 2 Comet heads (available separately) with power symmetrically, or asymmetrically. It will power 2- 300 watt modeling lights for 8 seconds at a time, during use. The CBm comes with one NiMH battery; a second battery may be purchased to shorten recycle time, and increase the number of pops per charge. The included charger is multi-voltage.
- Two Head Outlets
- This pack accepts any Comet CB or CX Flash Head.
- Asymmetrical Power Distribution
- Switch between equal distribution (600-600 w/s) of power, to asymmetrical (800-400 w/s), when powering 2 heads.
- Wide Power Range
- Power down from full to to minus 6.5 f-stops - 1200 to 12 w/s in 1/32 or 1/6 stop increments.
- Short Flash Duration
- Stop most movement with 1/1450 second flash duration (at minimum power).
- Multi-Voltage Charger
- 100-240 Volt AC charger replenishes each of the 24 volt/2800mA nickel-metal hydride batteries in ~2 hours (one at a time).
- One, or Two Battery Use
- Increase number of full power pops to 150 from 60, by purchasing a second battery, and inserting it into the chamber at the bottom of the pack.
- Sync Cord
- Mono Plug to PC sync cord is available separately.
| Maximum Watt/Seconds | 1200 |
| Guide Number | Depends on head and reflector in use |
| Recycle Time |
2.8 sec, with 1 battery 5 sec with 2 batteries, @ full power, fully charged |
| Flash Duration |
1/1450 sec @ min power, 2 heads 1/270 sec @ full power, 1 head |
| Flash Variability | 1200-12 w/s, 6.5 f-stops in 1/6 or 1/32 increments |
| Voltage Stabilization | Yes, +/- 1% |
| Distribution | Asymmetrical or Symmetrical |
| Head Outlets | 2 |
| Flash Ready Indicator | Switchable Visual and Audible |
| Operating Voltage | 24 Volts, 2800mA x 1 or 2 |
| Sync Voltage | 12V DC |
| Built-in Slave Cell | Yes, switchable |
| Circuit Protection | 20A fuse x 2, 3A for modeling light |
| Fan Cooled | No |
| Auto Dump | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Number of Flashes @ Full Power |
60 with 1 battery 150 with 2nd, optional battery |
| Battery Charge Time | 2 hours |
| Dimensions | 8.3 x 6.6 x 8.7" (21 x 16.7 x 22.2 cm) |
| Weight | 10.1 lb (4.8 kg) |
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Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Comet CBm-1200 1200 W/S Power Supply, Battery, Charger:
Long time comet equipment user. This the only pack I use for location!
It holds two batteries, and with low power setting use you can shoot images all day. Plus the recycle is great. Much better product than anticipated!
Durable, reasonably light, recycles at low power output faster than my comet 1200 ac unit does with similar power setting. About 2/3 size as the profoto 7b and about 1/3 the weight. Only wish it had a wireless pocket wizard feature.
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Batteries & Power
- Price: $172.50
This is a special order item. Est. arrival at B&H is 2-4 weeks (subject to availability). Your order will be charged at the time of shipment.
Flash Heads
- Price: $709.95
This is a special order item. Est. arrival at B&H is 2-4 weeks (subject to availability). Your order will be charged at the time of shipment.
Cables, Clamps, Cords, Tape
- Price: $21.95
What's in the Box
- NB-2428 NiMH Battery
- NCD-24 Battery Charger
- 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty
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