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SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery

Name: SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery
Brand: SmallRig
SKU: SM4293
Price: 439.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (29 reviews)

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Key Features

212Wh Lithium-Ion V-Mount Battery
Supports up to 10A Draw
2 x 14.8V D-Tap Outputs
USB-C Outputs, 2 x DC Barrel Outputs

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SmallRig VB212 Overview

From Manufacturer

The SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery is an ultracompact, lightweight 212Wh capacity battery that can support up to a 10A draw with a nominal 14.76V output. This travel-friendly battery is suitable for powering handheld cameras, drones, and gimbals.

The VB212 provides multiple accessory ports, including one 14.8V D-tap output, one 8 VDC barrel output, one 12 VDC barrel output, one USB-C output, and one USB-A output for powering various accessories, cameras, or mobile devices. The battery can be charged using a standard V-mount charger, an optional D-tap charger, or via the USB-C input/output with a PD fast charger. A built-in bright OLED display shows the remaining battery capacity and status.

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Features

Intelligent BMS chip supports 140W (max) fast charging; fully charged in 2.5 hours
High-capacity LG battery cell endures repeated charging and discharging; safe and stable
Highly integrated design, ultracompact, and travel friendly
Multiple interfaces: Two USB-C ports, two D-tap ports, a USB-A port, an 8 VDC barrel output, and a 12 VDC barrel output
Each interface adopts a parallel circuit to allow simultaneous USB-C and USB-A fast charging
Aluminum, silicone, TPU, and PC V0 materials; four layers of aluminum frames on the inside with silicone coating on the outside make the battery robust, drop proof, heat resistant, and flame retardant
Durable, scratch-resistant plastic and acrylic front cover
TFT display shows battery status clearly and accurately

Charging Protocols

V-mount: 14.76V, 19A (max.)
D-tap 1 : 14.76V, 10A (max.)
D-tap 2: 14.76V, 6A (max.)
8V output: 8V, 3A (max.)
12V output: 12V, 3A (max.)
USB-C1 / USB-C2 PD3.1 / QC2.0 / QC3.0 / PPS / AFC / DCP-1.5A / APPLE-2.4A
USB-A QC2.0 / QC3.0 / AFC/ DCP-1.5A / APPLE-2.4A

SmallRig VB212 Specs

Battery

Battery Type	1x V-Mount
Battery Capacity	212.54 Wh
Output Voltage	14.76 VDC
Battery Chemistry	Lithium-Ion
Power I/O	2x USB-C Female Input/Output 1x USB-A Female Output 1x Barrel/Coax Female Output • Output: Unspecified W Maximum (Up to 12 VDC at 3 A) 1x Barrel/Coax Female Output • Output: Unspecified W Maximum (Up to 8 VDC at 3 A)
Accessory Mounting Thread	No
Indicator	Display
Dimensions	5.1 x 3.3 x 3.1" / 13 x 8.4 x 7.9 cm
Weight	2.89 lb / 1.31 kg

Environmental

Operating Conditions

5 to 140°F / -15 to 60°C

Packaging Info

Package Weight	3.585 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	6.8 x 5.1 x 4.6"

SmallRig VB212 Reviews

Smallrig - Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery

By Marcos

Rated 5 out of 5

Date: 2026-05-01

Power house V-Mount battery with 2 x D-tap, 2 x USB-C, 1 x USB-A, 1 x 12v, 1 x8v. Exactly what I need for my camera rig.

Great Battery but flawed

By Therra

Rated 2 out of 5

Date: 2026-02-13

212wh packs a punch and reliable to keep a rig running most of the day. The problem is that it doesn’t hold a charge. If you plan on charging ahead of time and expect it to stay full a few days after… look elsewhere. It does charge quickly at 27.0 but randomly stops half way with a OC warning everytime. It’s not a set and forget to charge. You have to check in between to make sure it’s still healthy. Even on sale, I don’t think it’s worth it.

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Can you use this battery in a red komodo x?

Asked by: Gabriel

Yes, the SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery would work and provide power to the RED Komodo X that has a V-Mount battery plate.

Answered by: Chris H

Date published: 2025-02-19

Is there an estimated run time for this used with ...

Is there an estimated run time for this used with an Aputure 60x/600x/80x? Any run time for these would be super helpful!

Asked by: Tim

Yes. The estimated run time for one battery with the amaran COB 60x S Bi-Color LED Monolight is approximately 163 minutes. Using two batteries with the Aputure LS 600x Pro Bi-Color LED Monolight (V-Mount) is about 35 minutes. And the run time for the Aputure STORM 80c BLAIR-CG LED Monolight (US) is about 127 minutes.

Answered by: Vinny B

Date published: 2025-01-04

Would this be suitable for a Gemini 1x1 hard w V ...

Would this be suitable for a Gemini 1x1 hard w V mount adapter?

Asked by: David

For the Litepanels Gemini 1x1 Hard RGB LED Light Panel, you would need the Litepanels Dual Battery Bracket for Gemini 2 x 1 Soft LED Panel (Gold Mount) BH #LI9003617 • MFR #900-3617 and two batteries because of the draw.

Answered by: Boyd H

Date published: 2024-07-19

Will these batteries work with Aputure 60X ? Also ...

Will these batteries work with Aputure 60X ? Also the 300X ?

Asked by: Adam

Yes, the SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery will work with both the Aputure LS 60x Bi-Color LED Focusing Flood Light and the Aputure LS 300x Bi-Color LED Monolight. The Aputure LS 60x Bi-Color LED Focusing Flood Light will connect via a provided D-Tap, and the Aputure LS 300x Bi-Color LED Monolight will attach directly to the power supply.

Answered by: Davis H

Date published: 2024-07-01

Can this VB212 power a Smallrig 220w video light?

Asked by: Keith

Yes, with the appropriate power adapter plate and cable, the SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery can power a SmallRig RC 220B Bi-Color LED Monolight (BH #SM3473) for approximately 30 minutes.

Answered by: Paige K

Date published: 2024-06-16

Could you please recheck that it can supply 212W ...

Could you please recheck that it can supply 212W and confirm at what Amperage it'll do so?

Asked by: Rajnesh

The specifications from the manufacturer states the SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery state it has 212W and will supply 10A at 14.76V.

Answered by: Dennis L

Date published: 2024-06-25

How long will this battery last with an R5c?

Asked by: Nikolas

The run time of the Canon EOS R5 C Mirrorless Cinema Camera on the SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery will depend on your usage, settings, and the accessories attached. Generally one would expect around 5-7.5 hours of run time under normal conditions. Higher qualities, resolutions, frame rates, and additional accessories can reduce this run time.

Answered by: Michael S

Date published: 2024-07-07

Can I use this to power nanlite forza ...

Can I use this to power nanlite forza 60Bi,300Bi,500Bi ?

Asked by: Abdulrahman

The SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery can be used to power lights, in addition to cameras. The Forza 60Bi could use one of these batteries, while the Forza 300Bi would require two. However, the battery would not work for the Nanlite Forza 500Bi. To power the Forza 500Bi, I would suggest B&H # NABTV26V489.