Bowens QuadX 3000 Generator Power Pack - 3000 Watt/Seconds (120VAC)

The Bowens QuadX 3000 Generator power pack uses capacitor switching to ensure total color consistency. The power control can be adjusted in accurate 1/3 f/stops, which makes it perfect for digital work. The overall power of the pack can be reduced using a system of capacitor switching. By reducing the number of capacitors being used, a greater level of color consistency can be achieved. In practice this means that the QuadX 3000 can be switched from 3000 down to 250 w/s with less than 200°K shift in color temperature.

The QuadX 3000 offers two recycling speeds. Set to fast, the QuadX will keep pace with the most demanding shooters, and at the slow speed, the QUAD will limit the power drain allowing it to be used in most locations.

7.6 Stop Power Range
Adjustable in 1/10 stop increments, from 3000 to 31 w/s
Short Flash Duration, Fast Recycle
Flash duration is 1/1430 second, and recycle time is 2 seconds at full power.At 250 w/s, with 2 heads connected, flash duration is 1/7100 second.
Digital Readout
The control interface is based around an LCD information panel which can be used to show a host of information, from light output (in w/s or % of total power) to the flash duration, and more.
Audible Beep
Signifies complete recycling -- it's switchable
Auto-Bracketing
Easy to set up with three intervals from 1-1/10 to 9-1/10-stop
Fan Cooled
Variable-speed cooling fans respond to internal temperature changes to ensure peak performance.
Optional IR Remote Control System
Allows the photographer to control all functions up to 33' (10 m).
Maximum Watt/Seconds 3000
Guide Number Not Specified by Manufacturer
Recycle Time 0.4 sec @ min power, 2 sec @ full power
Flash Duration 1/7200 sec @ min power, 1/1430 sec @ full power
Flash Variability 7.6 f/stops - 3000 to 31 w/s in 1/10 stop increments
Voltage Stabilization ±0.1 f/stop
Distribution Asymmetrical; 2 channels
Head Outlets 4
Flash Ready Indicator LED, Audible switchable beep
Operating Voltage 120VAC
Sync Voltage 6VDC
Built-in Slave Cell Optical, switchable
Circuit Protection Yes
Fan Cooled Yes
Auto Dump Yes
Dimensions 7 x 14.25 x 14.5" (18 x 36 x 37 cm)
Weight 25.5 lbs (11.6 kg)

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Bowens QuadX 3000 Generator (120V)
 
4.0

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5.0

Studio work horse

By JeffAcme

from USA

About Me Pro Photographer

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Durable
  • Full featured
  • Good Color Value
  • Long-Lasting
  • Powerful
  • Reasonably priced

Cons

    Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Indoors

    Comments about Bowens QuadX 3000 Generator (120V):

    I have three QuadX packs and bought them in early 2005. They have been extremely reliable and consistent in output and color temp.

    Coming from an all Broncolor studio I took a chance on these because they had many of the features but a much more reasonable price tag.

    They have proven to be a great investment and have paid for themselves many times over.

    Any piece if equipment can fail so in a professional studio having backups at hand is essential. One of the packs has been serviced and it was returned in a week or so.

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    5.0

    I´m really excited to get this product

    By RUSTY

    from Urdesa central, Guayaquil, Ecuador,

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • High Quality

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Bowens QuadX 3000 Generator (120V):

        I would like to use it in my photo.
        I like, not only the high quality, i like all the duties that it has.
        I agree about everything of this product.

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        2.0

        Weird problems

        By Barrie

        from Montreal, Quebec, Canada

        About Me Professional

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

          Cons

          • Sync doesnt work on 1 ch

          Best Uses

          • General Use
          • Indoors
          • Low Light
          • Speed and power

          Comments about Bowens QuadX 3000 Generator (120V):

          Quadx is used in a studio for fashion photography.

          Things not so great:

          1- the IR button causes endless beeps when turned on. Of course it took months to figure out that this button was causing the problem. It initially sounded as a warning but there was no indication of what was defective ? This was a bit alarming during a shoot , initially I would turn off the speaker option but thought the unit was defective..

          2- one of the channels is intermittant. It will only work if you're within 1 foot of the unit.
          If you're using a pocket wizard to trigger the unit or a Sekonic trigger you get different results. The unit was sent for repair but came back with the same problem {Calumet}{not a Bowens center, mind you}.

          3-the modeling lamps seem to burn out quickly... ?
          This gets expensive very fast. They are 300 watts though.

          4-So I sent it away to Bowens center {March 10}{to Toronto} to get the defective channel fixed. Repair time estimated 4-6 weeks ? Will update later with the real time it took.

          5-Light modifier attachments can at times be very tight and hard to remove.

          6-the unit is a bit heavy for my female assistant.
          Has a solid feel to it though.

          The positive:

          1-when it works , it works very well. The above channel problem is solved if and only if you use both channels at once. Not always convenient and messy of course when you're on the run.

          2-re-charge times are fast.
          3-Lots of wattage if required.
          4-I guess a positive is that all the light modifiers work with my old reliable Bowens 500 watters which was the reason I bought the Quadx to begin with.

          Let's hope the channel gets fixed properly.
          Unfortunately I haven't seen very many good reports on this unit ?? Hoping that the unit becomes reliable as my 500's....

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          4.0

          Great Unit Until It Fails

          By Dwight

          from California

          Comments about Bowens QuadX 3000 Generator (120V):

          My Bowens QUADX 3000 generator exploded in the middle of a17 person portrait session. My local dealer had no loanersor rentals. I turned the unit in for repair and contactedBowens USA and was told I would get expedited service. Ittook a full 3 months for the unit to be repaired. Bowenswas notforthcoming about how long it would take. I was forced tobuy another unit because I couldn't make my client wait andI have a substantial investment in flash heads for this unit. Also, you will not be able to get any information on howmany cycles you can expect from the generator or mean timeto failure information. I asked several times and gotcircuitous non-answers.

          Expertise: Professional Photographer

          Problems Encountered: I was advised that the failure was defective capacitors. Iwas also advised that the first replacement capacitors werealso defective.

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          • Price: $619.65
           

          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.

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          What's in the Box

          Bowens QuadX 3000 Generator Power Pack - 3000 Watt/Seconds (120VAC)
          • 2-Year Manufacturer's Warranty
          Note:Sync Cord not included
           
           
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