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  • The fastest, toughest, most precise battery generator on the market.

  • Extremely fast recycling: 0.03-0.99s
  • Unmatched flash duration 1/2,000s-1/25,000s.
  • Huge (11 f-stops) power range (1-1,000Ws).
  • Tough and Robust
  • Exchangeable, high capacity LiFe (Li-Ion) battery.
  • 220 full power flashes from a single battery.
  • 45 minutes battery recharge with standard quick charger.
  • 2 individual lamp head sockets with precise control in 0.1 f-stops.
  • Integrated Profoto Air remote control and sync.
  • Several compatible flash heads available.
  • Up to 500W model light.
Product number: 
  • 901084 Pro-B4 including battery and quick charger
  • 901089 Pro-B4 Kit including 2 batteries and quick charger

Information

The Pro-B4 is by far the fastest battery flash on the market. But there is more to it. A closer look at Pro-B4 reveals the following:

1. Extremely short flash durations

With flash durations down to 1/25,000s, the Pro-B4 offers the shortest flash durations of any generator on the market. It is now possible to freeze motion in a way that yesterday’s photographers could only dream of.

2. Exceptionally fast recycling

The Pro-B4 is the fastest recycling battery generator on the market. At lower power settings it is able to fire up to 30 flashes per second, while the longest wait on full power is less than a second. In other words: you will never have to wait for the Pro-B4. Now how fast you can shoot depends only on your camera.

3. Outstanding reliability

The solid-cast aluminium chassis and the sturdy rubber frame ensure that the Pro-B4 can take a beating. All connection are covered with protective lids, helping to prevent moisture and dust from entering the generator.

4. Powerful inside and outside the studio

On-location, its performance rivals that of any mains-powered studio generator. In the studio it gets even better. The battery can fully recharge in less than 45 minutes and can be recharged while in use! This means that if the modelling light is used moderately, the pack can be used continuously.

5. Extraordinary power range and superb precision

The Pro-B4 offers a huge 11 f-stop power range with unrivaled stability in power output and color temperature. It has two independent outlets with individual and intuitive controls and displays.

6. Integrated Air radio sync and remote

The unique Air system is the fastest radio sync system in the world. Control the Pro-B4 from your camera, your computer or from the palm of your hand.

Delivered with: 
  • Quick Charger
  • Battery cassette (optional 1 or 2)*
  • User's guide
  • Warranty
  • Certified for travel
  • The battery has been tested and certified according to UN manual of Test & Criteria, Part III, Sub-section 38.3. The certificate makes the battery flight approved all over the world.

Technical Data

Specifications – Pro-B4 1000 Air

Energy 1000Ws
Energy Range 11 f-stops (1-1000Ws)
Energy Distribution Socket A 1-1000Ws
Socket B 1-660Ws
N/A
N/A
Asymmetry Range 7.4 f-stops
Battery Capacity LiFe 50,000-220 flashes
Battery Capacity Pb N/A
Recycling Times LiFe 0.03-0.99s
Recycling Times Pb N/A
Flash Durations   t 0.5 1/25,000-1/2,200s
Modeling Lamps Total W/Pack (max.) 500W
Modeling Lamp W/Head (max.) 500W (or 2x 250W)
Modeling Light Modes Off, Cont, Timer 10-120s, MAX, PROP, MAX PROP
Energy Control Increments 1/10 and full f-stops
Energy/Voltage Stability +/- 0.5% (Voltage)
Guide Number @ 2 meters/ISO 100 with Magnum Reflector 64.8
Specified Data Conditions ProHead Plus
Input Power Supply Li-Ion Battery

Synchronization and control

Sync Socket(s)  1
Lamp Head Socket(s) 2
Wire Sync Voltage Compliant to ISO 10330 standard
Wire Sync Connector ¼ inch phono plug
Photocell/IR-slave and Switch Yes
USB Interface Yes
Radio Sync Yes, integrated Profoto Air (8 channels, 6 groups)
Radio Remote Yes, integrated Profoto Air (8 channels, 6 groups)
Radio Range 300m
Computer Control Yes through Profoto Studio 3
Aux Functions Mode control (Normal and Freeze mode)

Miscellaneous

Digital Display Yes
Fan Cooled Yes
Automatic Multi-Voltage Yes, 100-240V/50-60Hz charger
Ready Signals Yes, ready lamp and switchable beep or buzz sound
Auto Dumping Yes
Recharge Speed Control No (always fast)
Continuous model light Unlimited up to 100W if charged with quick charger 35 minutes with 100W from battery.
Fuse Requirement at max. power and speed setting -
Automatic mains fuse type -

Measurements

Dimensions 31,5x18x25cm; 12.4x7.1x9.8 inch (incl. battery)
Weight 9.8 kgs; 21.6lbs (incl. battery)

Compatible Heads

Pro-B head Plus Yes*
ProHead Plus Yes*
ProTwin head Yes
ProRing Plus Yes*
ProRing2 Plus Yes*
AcuteB Head N/A
Acute/D4 Head N/A
Acute/D4 Twin N/A
Acute/D4 Ring N/A
Sticklight Yes
Spots Yes
Striplights Yes
Still Lights Yes
*Older Pro heads also compatible

User Guide