News, Tips & Reviews
B&H Gift Cards
The Professional's Source Since 1973
Ask Our Experts800-606-6969
Hello, Log InAccount & Orders
My Cart
Video Chat with a Photography Expert - Live
Home

Bolt P12 Compact Battery Pack for Nikon Flashes

BH #BOCBP12N • MFR #CBP-12N
52 reviews
Print
Bolt P12 Compact Battery Pack for Nikon Flashes
Key Features
  • For Select Nikon Flashes
  • Holds 12 AA Batteries
  • Extends Shooting Times
  • 800 Full-Power Flashes
Power up your on-camera flash with the P12 Compact Battery Pack from Bolt which promises faster recycle times of just one second and vastly improves battery life. This model has an integrated cable with a weather-sealed connector for select Nikon flashes, along with select compatible third-party products. This solidly built battery pack will deliver 800 flashes when operating at full power. This is possible through the use of 12 AA batteries in a quick-loading tray that can be rapidly swapped out when working on location. Users can easily determine how much power is left thanks to the implementation of power indicator lights. For protection, the pack is equipped with a thermal switch that prevents overheating and electrical surges. It comes with a soft case with a loop that can be used to attach it to a belt or for mounting to a light stand.
More Details
Top Seller
In Stock
No Store Display
$79.00
Add to Cart
Free 2-Day Shipping
Protect Your Gear
Add a protection plan from $9.99
See Options
Compatibility
Canon
Nikon
Sony
Ask an Expert
800-606-6969

Bolt P12 Overview

Power up your on-camera flash with the P12 Compact Battery Pack from Bolt which promises faster recycle times of just one second and vastly improves battery life. This model has an integrated cable with a weather-sealed connector for select Nikon flashes, along with select compatible third-party products. This solidly built battery pack will deliver 800 flashes when operating at full power. This is possible through the use of 12 AA batteries in a quick-loading tray that can be rapidly swapped out when working on location. Users can easily determine how much power is left thanks to the implementation of power indicator lights. For protection, the pack is equipped with a thermal switch that prevents overheating and electrical surges. It comes with a soft case with a loop that can be used to attach it to a belt or for mounting to a light stand.

Compatible with:
  • Nikon: Speedlight SB-910, SB-900, SB-5000
  • Nissin: Di700 for Nikon, Di866 for Nikon, Di866 Mark II for Nikon, MG8000 for Nikon
UPC: 847628001121

Bolt P12 Specs

Battery Type
12x AA
Carrying Options
Belt Loop
Dual Flash Capability
No
Recycle Time
0.01 to 1 Sec
Number of Flashes
800
Outputs
No
LED Power Indicator
Multiple
Maximum Output Voltage
20.0 VDC
Dimensions (W x H x D)
3.39 x 7.72 x 1.3" / 8.6 x 19.6 x 3.3 cm
Weight
11.51 oz / 326.4 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.29 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.6 x 4.2 x 3.45"

Bolt P12 Reviews

Great, except not durable

By Paul
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2026-03-10

I shoot dog portraits in a pop up studio, so I need a fast recycle time on my strobes. These battery packs really did the trick, giving me the fastest possible recycle time on my SB-5000, and allowing me to capture the micro-moments that make a dogs personality come out. That said, I’ve already had to replace at least a couple of them because the connection from the wire to the box is not rugged enough to withstand regular use, transport, packing and unpacking, etc. The rubber housing breaks, the wires become exposed, and then the wires break as well. Expect to get a few months of useful life, up to maybe a year if you’re lucky. The product team should address this design flaw and make them commercial grade. Meantime this seems to be the only option, so I just have to keep replacing them when they break.

Wonderful Power Pack for Canon Flashes

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-03-04

So much better than the Canon version! More batteries, battery status indicator, and flexible attachment options!

See any errors on this page?

I have a Phottix Mitros. Will the Bolt battery ...

I have a Phottix Mitros. Will the Bolt battery pack work with the Phottix if I have the Nikon adapter plug?
Asked by: Michael
The Bolt P12 model # CBP-12N should work with the Phottix Mitros when used in conjunction with the Phottix Mitros Battery Port Adapter for Nikon-Type Battery Pack # PH80391.
Answered by: Gradus Support
Date published: 2019-05-22

Is there a Bolt P12 that I can connect with the ...

Is there a Bolt P12 that I can connect with the Godox V8600iii, TT600 and TT350 flashes?
Asked by: Bruce
The Godox TT600 is the only flash which can accept a battery such as the Bolt P12 Compact Battery Pack for Canon Flashes, BH # BOCBP12C. The V860 III can only be powered by its dedicated battery pack and the TT350 can only be powered with a pair of AA batteries. https://bhpho.to/3A7E5jc
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-06-29

Can I use rechargeable batteries with this ...

Can I use rechargeable batteries with this battery pack?
Asked by: Mindy
Yes you can use rechargeable AA batteries in the Bolt P12 Compact Battery Pack.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2021-01-07

Will this work with a SB28dc?

Will this work with a SB28dc?
Asked by: David
No, the CBP-12N Battery Pack is not compatible with the Nikon SB-28 flash
Answered by: Gradus Support
Date published: 2019-06-05

Does this work with the sb-28 flash?

Does this work with the sb-28 flash?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Bolt P12 Compact Battery Pack for Nikon Flashes will not work with the Nikon SB-28 flash. That flash has different connection for power packs.
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2021-12-14

Do I need to take out the battery inside the ...

Do I need to take out the battery inside the flashes I do use the sb-910 and soon the Sb-5000 from Nikon?
Asked by: Alain
When utilizing the Bolt P12 in your Nikon flashes, you must leave the 4 AA batteries in those flashes, as their needed to control functions such as the LCD screen.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-08-30

Does The Bolt P12 work with the Nikon SB600 ...

Does The Bolt P12 work with the Nikon SB600 flash?
Asked by: James
No this is not compatible with Nikon SB600
Answered by: vilson
Date published: 2022-05-29

Is the cable included?

Is the cable included?
Asked by: leonid
Yes, the cable is included with the Bolt P12 Compact Battery Pack.
Answered by: Stephen M
Date published: 2025-01-23
  • y_2026, m_6, d_3, h_11CST
  • bvseo_bulk, prod_bvqa, vn_bulk_3.0.46
  • cp_1, bvpage1
  • co_hasquestionsanswers, tq_41
  • loc_en_US, sid_1311110, prod, sort_[SortEntry(order=HAS_STAFF_ANSWERS, direction=DESCENDING)]
  • clientName_bhphotovideo
Whatever You Need, We've Got It