Vagabond Mini Lithium 230 VAC
     
     

Vagabond Mini™ Lithium (230VAC model)

  • current-controlled 230VAC portable power source
  • for INTERNATIONAL USE ONLY - with 230V units
  • for use with Einstein™ flashes operating at 230 VAC
  • for use with special order 220V AlienBees™ flashes
  • operates flashes from its internal lithium battery
  • complete system arrives with inverter and battery connected
  • 3-hour rapid charger (supplied) quickly recharges battery
  • small and lightweight (just 3.5 total pounds)
  • can be connected to a light stand with the provided clamp
  • 60-Day Absolute Satisfaction Guarantee
  • 1-Year Factory Warranty
    
     
     
Features    
     
The Vagabond Mini™ Lithium is a third generation controlled-current pure sine wave power source for operating AC powered studio flash units in the field from its built-in battery. Both small and lightweight (weighing just 3.5 pounds, including quick-change high capacity lithium battery), the 230VAC INTERNATIONAL model of the Vagabond Mini™ Lithium is designed to operate from one to four 230V Paul C. Buff™ flash units (Einstein™ units operating at 230V and the 220V AlienBees™ units).

The system includes an internal lithium battery that arrives connected to the Vagabond Mini™ Lithium inverter. This inverter takes the power from the internal battery and converts it into a usable, 230VAC true sine wave power source. Your flash units are connected to the inverter, plugging into the two Type 1 230VAC power outlets (for more than two units, a power strip may be used). The Vagabond Mini™ Lithium inverter includes a multi-level, accurate battery charge indicator and a convenient front panel battery charging connection for the supplied 3-hour universal rapid charger (95VAC to 250VAC charger input). For international charging, a simple plug adapter may be used with the rapid charger for AC outlet compatibility. For heavy use, spare batteries can be charged externally so that they are ready to instantly plug in.

The inverter and battery components are completely enclosed within a strong, high-impact, flame retardant ABS housing. The fully encased battery can be instantly replaced with the slide-in latching mechanism; there are no wires or user connections other than the AC outlets and charger inlet. The unit additionally includes a light stand mounting mechanism and a convenient carrying strap.

The product utilizes the very latest LiCoxNiyMnzO2 lithium battery chemistry to provide extremely high power density and elimination of battery sulfating and poor efficacy that plagued previous battery-operated systems using heavy and inefficient sealed lead acid batteries.

The Vagabond Mini™ Lithium offers fast recycle times, providing 200 to 250 full power flashes per battery charge with 1280 total Ws (two Einstein™ units, for example) connected and 400 to 500 full power flashes per change with 640 total Ws (one Einstein™ unit or two AlienBees™ B800 units, for example) connected.

Like essentially all battery/inverter type supplies, modeling lamps are not generally used because their power draw would quickly deplete the battery and slow recycle times dramatically. The modeling lamps should only be used for brief previews to maximize battery life.

Note: The Vagabond Mini™ Lithium is offered in both 120VAC and 230VAC models. The 120VAC model is designed for use with all standard Paul C. Buff™ flash units (AlienBees™, White Lightning™, Zeus™ and Einstein™ units). The 230VAC model is designed for use with Einstein™ E640 units operating at 220 Volts / 230 Volts and for 220 Volt versions of our AlienBees™ flash units. The 230VAC model has two 230V Type I sockets and MAY NOT be used with standard 120VAC Paul C. Buff™ flash units. The outlets are not compatible and plugging a 120VAC unit into a 230V Vagabond Mini™ Lithium can cause damage to both units.		    
     
     
Weight 3.5 pounds total weight (total system, including battery and inverter)
Dimensions 2.75” x 4.3” x 7.8” dimensions including battery, latch and power switch protrusions
Battery 14.8V 8.8AH LiCoxNiyMnzO2 lithium battery (130 Watt-hours)
Inverter 230VAC inverter with two 3-prong Type I 230VAC outlets
Battery Charging 3-hour rapid charging with supplied universal charger (95VAC to 250VAC)
Powering Capacity one to four Paul C. Buff™ flash units (the more lights connected, the longer the recycle time)
Recycle Time recycles 160 Ws in approx. 0.75 seconds
recycles 320 Ws in approx. 1.5 seconds
recycles 640 Ws in approx. 3 seconds
recycles 1280 Ws in approx. 7 seconds
Battery Life typically 400 to 500 shots per charge with 640 total Ws connected
typically 200 to 250 shots per charge with 1280 total Ws connected
battery can be fully discharged and recharged approximately 500 times before losing 30% of its capacity (even longer life when recharged before it is completely discharge)
Storage discharged battery can be safely stored for months at a time without damage; no sulfating or “memory effect”
   
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
NOTE: All the above information is courtesy of the www.paulcbuff.com and www.sony.com.au website. Gold Coast Camera Hire is not responsible for any differences in information above and the actual rented product. Gold Coast Camera Hire has taken all reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy of the information provided.