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SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery

BH #SM4293 • MFR #4293
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SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery
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
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.
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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?

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 battery be charged with a Red Brick batte

can this battery be charged with a Red Brick battery charger?
Asked by: Scott
Yes, you can use the SmallRig x Caleb Pike VB212 Mini V-Mount Battery with third party battery chargers, including a Red Brick battery charger.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2026-06-22

Can this VB212 power a Smallrig 220w video light?

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?

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
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