Astera, a developer of light solutions for film, event, and TV markets, has launched RuntimeExtender, a battery plate designed to allow lighting professionals to extend the runtime of their existing Astera lighting setups through connection to all major third-party camera batteries.
Ideal for gaffers and event lighting coordinators, the RuntimeExtender allows lighting engineers to leverage their existing battery sources - both 14.4V and 26V, using either ‘V-Mount’ and ‘Gold Mount’ connections.
The full portfolio of Astera 24V lights is supported, with the RuntimeExtender maintaining a rating of 24V 100W shared across two DC outputs.
In terms of battery mounting, batteries simply slot and click-in according to their mount type. When the lighting device is off, the battery will automatically discharge into light’s internal battery reserves through the RuntimeExtender. The ability to quickly and easily slot batteries on and off whilst the lighting device is running means that with rotational charging, the lighting setup can be maintained indefinitely.
Sebastian Bückle, Sales & Marketing Director, Astera, said, “Although Astera lights are built with substantial in-built battery life, there are occasions where productions require extended runtime, but where AC power connection is not viable.
“In these cases, the RuntimeExtender is invaluable; it provides incredible flexibility in terms of connection, mounting, power and duration, and it means that on hectic film sets where time is precious, lighting engineers will be able to save time and ensure reliability.”