PAG Ltd

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PAG Ltd. UK, the creator of innovative, high-end, portable power systems for the film and television industry, has announced the introduction of its new Cinergy Battery, a series/parallel linking battery for powering both high and low-voltage cameras and equipment.

The Mini PAGlink Cinergy Battery is rated at 14.8V 6.7Ah 99Wh. It can be linked in series with other Mini PAGlink batteries, combining the voltage output, to power high-voltage equipment in the range 24V to 33.6V, such as the Arri Alexa 35. It can also be linked in parallel, combining capacities and increasing run-time or current-draw, for powering low-voltage equipment in the range 12V to 16.8V.

The Cinergy battery will switch the output of the linked batteries to high voltage if its infrared sensor reads a Cinergy barcode label, applied to the equipment’s battery mount. The Cinergy battery must be linked to another fully charged MPL battery, and its display button must be pressed for 3 seconds to complete the switch to high-voltage mode. Once removed from the barcode, the batteries revert to low-voltage mode, suitable for charging with a standard 14V charger or for powering low-voltage equipment.

With Cinergy, the same MPL batteries can be used to power both high and low-voltage kit; this is ideal for camera hire companies. With Cinergy, it’s not possible to supply 28V to low-voltage equipment accidentally, because the system requires a barcode and a button-press. With Cinergy, there is no need for additional 28V battery chargers, because the individual batteries are rated at 14.8V. With Cinergy, you can fly with the power you need for 28V kit, because Li-Ion batteries rated at 28V are not permitted on passenger flights.

The Cinergy Battery is available in Gold Mount and V-Mount formats. PAG has also introduced high-quality, anodised aluminium V-Mount and Gold Mount plates for the Alexa 35, to replace the B-Mount plate supplied with the camera. The plates feature the Cinergy barcode label, positioned in alignment with the Cinergy battery sensor.

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PAG Ltd. UK, the creator of innovative, high-end portable power systems for the film and television industry, has announced the introduction of the new MPL150 battery, an addition to its Mini PAGlink range of smaller, lighter, intelligent linking batteries.

The MPL150 is a 14.8V 10Ah 150Wh battery available in V-Mount and Gold Mount formats. It is extremely versatile when it comes to powering cameras, production accessories and personal devices. No other broadcast/cinema camera battery boasts as many output options. It features built-in USB type C for 5V, 9V or 12V accessories, which provides up to 30W; USB-A 5V 2.4A, and D-Tap for 12V accessories (unregulated). In addition, it has a plug-in USB type C PD 36W output unit, which can be swapped for other output unit options that include Hirose, Lemo and 2.1-2.5mm DC (available separately).

The MPL150 can be linked with other MPL batteries, of any rated capacity, for discharge or charging. Linking batteries enables you to control the capacity and the weight of your power source to suit the application. Battery capacities are combined which provides longer run-time, or an increased current draw of up to 12A. Batteries can be added or hot-swapped to ensure continuous shooting. Simultaneous discharge prolongs overall battery life and provides a better return on investment.

The MPL150 has a robust construction with impact-protection features designed to endure the harshest working conditions. It features a 2-year warranty, with no limit on the number of cycles during that period.

PAG’s modular battery design enables the replacement of an expired cell-pack by authorised, local service centres, whilst maintaining the battery’s flight-safety credentials. Case parts and electronic modules can be reused, reducing e-waste for greater sustainability as well as reducing the cost of your next battery.

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This USB type ‘C’ Output Unit increases the range of devices that can be powered using your already versatile Mini PAGlink batteries.

It outputs 3A at 5V, 9V and 12V, enabling a total of 36W to be drawn. The output voltage is determined automatically by the device that you connect. It is compatible with most phones and can be used to power low-voltage camera accessories.

The unit plugs into the output port in place of the USB-A unit supplied with every Mini PAGlink battery.

Output units can be released from the Mini PAGlink battery output port using the slider situated on the rear of the battery. Other output units that feature a D-Tap, Lemo (2-pin), Hirose (4-pin) and 2.1 - 2.5mm connector can also be used in place of the USB.

This type C output unit will charge a laptop battery but cannot be used to power a laptop.

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PAG has introduced a USB-C Adaptor for use with its Mini PAGlink batteries. This compact, lightweight adaptor increases the range of devices that you can power using your already versatile batteries.

The adaptor plugs into the D-Tap output situated on-top of any Mini PAGlink battery (50Wh or 99Wh, V-Mount or Gold Mount), and enables a total of 95W to be drawn for powering a laptop, such as a MacBook Pro, as well as your phone.

The USB-C PD type output allows a draw of up to 65W and can be used to power 5V, 9V, 12V, 15V or 20V devices. This is determined automatically by the device that you connect. Similarly, the USB-C & USB-A ‘Quick-Charge’ outputs accept 5V, 9V and 12V devices, and provide up to 30W (individually or combined).

A captive screw is built-in which secures the adaptor in the MPL battery’s quarter-inch bush.

The unit also incorporates an ON/OFF switch to save battery power when it is not in use.

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Mini PAGlink is PAG’s new system of intelligent linking batteries that features all the benefits of its established linking technology, in a smaller and lighter package. The batteries are available in V-Mount and Gold Mount formats, as well as 99Wh and 50Wh capacities.

The MPL50 is a low-profile, lightweight, 50Wh battery, ideal for powering small, 4K camcorders, director’s monitors or lights. The MPL99 is a more compact and lighter 99Wh battery, ideal for any broadcast or cinema camera set-up. These ‘mini’ batteries have many new and unique features designed to assist camera professionals. They provide the essential outputs for 12V camera accessories that handheld camcorders often lack. The MPL50 has one D-Tap, and the MPL99 features two. Each battery also includes a USB output module, ideal for powering 5V accessories (2A continuous, 3A peak). This module can be removed via a release button and replaced with other modules that feature Hirose, Lemo or D-Tap connectors. Now, instead of powering each accessory individually, you can replace a multitude of camcorder-type batteries with a single, superior power source for the entire set-up.
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Unlike all other ‘mini’ or ‘micro’ batteries, Mini PAGlink offers intelligent battery linking. It allows you to control the capacity and weight of the power source to suit any application. If you are shooting handheld, individual batteries will keep things light. If your set-up includes multiple accessories, requiring more power, you can create a 200Wh or a 300Wh power source by linking batteries that have flight-friendly capacities; this is preferable to using individual, high-capacity batteries which are bulky and banned from passenger aircraft.

Batteries of any rated capacity, in any state of charge, can be linked to provide power, their capacities safely combined. Current can be drawn from each battery simultaneously, which increases the overall capability to 12A. Linking also enables seamless hot-swapping of the rear battery for continuous power, without the need for a separate plate; or you can simply add another battery to extend run-time. Linking extends overall battery life, because the current load is shared. PAG guarantees Mini PAGlink batteries for 2 years, with unlimited cycles during that period.

The Li-Ion cells chosen for Mini PAGlink are the same as those approved by NASA for its mission to Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons. After extensive testing of commercially available cells with a 10A capability, NASA found these to have the best capacity retention after 500 cycles, and the best energy efficiency.

PAG’s new modular battery design makes servicing quicker and more economic. Individual modules, including the cell-pack, can be replaced at authorised service centres around the world, whilst maintaining compliance with air safety standards. Reusing case parts, output modules and internal electronics contributes towards greater sustainability.