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Quantum Instruments Turbo SC Battery Pack for Portable Flashes (US / Canada / Japan Plug)

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Quantum Instruments Turbo SC Battery Pack for Portable Flashes (US / Canada / Japan Plug)
Key Features
  • For Shoe- and Handle-Mount Units
  • One Power Port
  • Up to 400 Full-Power Flashes
  • Recycling Time as Low as 1.4 Seconds
For a portable power source for your speedlights, use the Turbo SC Battery Pack for Portable Flashes (US / Canada / Japan Plug) from Quantum Instruments. This compact NiMH battery provides adequate capacity for daily use in a package that weighs 15 oz and measures only 1.3" in depth. It can provide 400 full-power flashes for shoe-mount speedlights on a single charge, with recycling times that vary from 1.4 to 3 seconds depending on the flash.
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Quantum Instruments Turbo SC Overview

For a portable power source for your speedlights, use the Turbo SC Battery Pack for Portable Flashes (US / Canada / Japan Plug) from Quantum Instruments. This compact NiMH battery provides adequate capacity for daily use in a package that weighs 15 oz and measures only 1.3" in depth. It can provide 400 full-power flashes for shoe-mount speedlights on a single charge, with recycling times that vary from 1.4 to 3 seconds depending on the flash.

The Turbo SC takes about an hour and a half to fully charge once depleted. Four LED indicators are available to show the battery status. The product is light and can be easily carried around via the belt clip or with optional shoulder straps.

Features
  • NiMH batteries used for quick recycling times
  • Charges in 1.5 hours with included US / Canada / Japan plug charger
  • Compact size and weight allow this pack to be easily worn on belt or shirt pocket
  • Belt clip can be removed for more comfortable use of optional shoulder strap
Full-Power Flashes
  • Shoe mount: 400
  • Handle mount: 325
  • Qflash: 225
  • Trio: 400
Typical 1/8-Power Flashes in Automatic/TTL Mode
  • Shoe mount: 2850
  • Handle mount: 2300
  • Qflash: 1600
  • Trio: 2850
UPC: 807955011484

Quantum Instruments Turbo SC Specs

Chemistry
Nickel-Metal Hydride
Battery Capacity
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Carrying Options
Belt Clip
Charging Time
1.5 Hours
Dual Flash Capability
No
Recycle Time
1.4 to 3.0 Sec
Number of Flashes
225 to 2850
Outputs
1x Flash Power Socket
LED Power Indicator
Multiple
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.1 x 3.6 x 1.3" / 13 x 9.1 x 3.3 cm
Weight
15 oz / 425.2 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.73 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11 x 4.9 x 2.95"

Quantum Instruments Turbo SC Reviews

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So I just got my Quantum Instruments Turbo SC ...

So I just got my Quantum Instruments Turbo SC Battery Pack...I bought it to aide my Canon EL-1 speedlite. Was that a mistake? I connected it to the Speedlite and it did not power on the Speedlite... I need to find out if my EL-1 Speedlite also needs to have the battery inside it, too? even though it's connected to a flash Quantum Instruments Turbo SC battery pack? Does anyone know for sue? Thanks
Asked by: Jimmy
Yes you need a battery inside the flash unit for it to work. The quantum battery pack just shortens the recycle time.
Answered by: Larry
Date published: 2022-07-11

question

Where can I purchase a flash cable for Yongnuo YN600EX-RT to use on the Turbo SC?
Asked by: Jim F.
The Bolt CZ2 HV Locking Flash Power Cable for Select Canon Flash Units B&H # BOCZ2 is going allow the Yongnuo YN600EX RT to the Quantum Turbo SC.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Can I use this with my Vivitar 283 or Sunpak 544? ...

Can I use this with my Vivitar 283 or Sunpak 544? If so, which cables do I need?
Asked by: David
Regarding the Quantum Instruments Turbo SC Battery Pack for Portable Flashes (US / Canada / Japan Plug), unfortunately, we no longer sell the cable for the Sunpak 544 or Vivitar 283 to Quantum.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2025-01-08

Hello do they work with the quantum QT flash?

Hello do they work with the quantum QT flash?
Asked by: STEPHEN
This battery is compatible with the Quantum Q series flashes.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2021-04-23

Hello does this work with the quantum QT flash?

Hello does this work with the quantum QT flash?
Asked by: STEPHEN
It would depend on the specific model Quantum Instruments flash you own as to how you would connect your flash to the Quantum Instruments Turbo SC Battery Pack. If you own one of the Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO flashes (which have a removable power cable), if you no longer have the original power cable, you may purchase and connect the Quantum Instruments CQ2 Power Cable for Turbo Series Battery Packs & Qflash Trio Flash Units, B&H # QUCQ2, to the power socket on your flash, and connect the other end to the power socket on the Turbo SC Battery Pack. If you are referring to the Quantum Qflash T5Dr, as it has a built-in power cable, you would connect the T5Dr's power cable to the power socket on the Turbo SC Battery Pack.
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2021-04-22

question

Is this compatible with Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT?
Asked by: Sisilia P.
I couldn't get it to work with my 600ex-rt Speedlite. It required a different connection than that which came with the Speedlite..
Answered by: Robert L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Is there a better product than this today?

Is there a better product than this today?
Asked by: Daniel
The Quantum Instruments Turbo SC Battery Pack for Portable Flashes (US / Canada / Japan Plug) is one of the top professional and most reliable options available in the market to power your flash.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2025-01-27

question

One yellow light on Quatum sc turbo flashes when battery is turned on. What does that mean?
Asked by: Anonymous
The yellow blinking light indicates and confirms that the battery is properly connected to a flash.
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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