

Profoto B1 / B1x Battery Charger
$50.00 /day
The definitive premium, high-efficiency portable electrical link for flagship location flash power replenishment, the genuine Profoto Battery Charger 4.5A for B1 and B1x Monolights is now available for rental in Hong Kong. Explicitly engineered to safely recharge the 14.4V high-density lithium-ion battery blocks, this master-grade desktop charging block features a rapid 4.5A current path that returns your cells to full capacity in just over an hour. Outfitted with an integrated multi-segment LED capacity progress indicator layout and an auto-switching global voltage framework, it ensures uncompromised performance to keep your location flash kits active under continuous production pressure. (Note: This standard rental package includes one standalone genuine Profoto 4.5A charger and its AC power cable only; rechargeable strobe batteries and flash heads are available for add-on rent separately.)
A 10% damage waiver fee will be applied to your order in the rental basket unless proof of own insurance can be supplied.
The genuine Profoto Professional Battery Charger 4.5A for B1 and B1x Monolights represents the reliable, high-utility industry standard for cordless lighting power management and rapid asset replenishment, making it an essential core utility for gear hire in Hong Kong. Operating as a highly stable portable charging matrix, this premium desktop charger replaces slower standard adapters with unthrottled current transmission efficiency directly to your premium location flash cells.
When executing an equipment hire for fast-paced commercial fashion location shoots, complex automotive setups, or demanding outdoor editorial loops in Hong Kong, keeping your strobe assets cycling smoothly without long delays is a critical structural bottleneck. Relying on slow consumer lines or uncertified copycat chargers introduces severe safety risks, unexpected cell breakdown, and prolonged charging delays that stall your technical workflow. The genuine Profoto 4.5A fast charger solves this operational bottleneck flawlessly. Tuned to communicate dynamically with the integrated battery management system (BMS) inside your official B1 and B1x blocks, it regulates voltage distribution meticulously to achieve safe, optimal charge curves without generating dangerous thermal stress.
Applicable Scenarios:
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Premium Cordless Location Flash Production: Sets up a high-speed power replenishment station at your location base or DIT cart to keep extra flash batteries cycling constantly.
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Commercial Studio Portraiture Loops: Replenishes empty flash blocks rapidly on set to ensure your lighting assistants can maintain a seamless shooting rotation.
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International Commercial Production Travel: Deploys a robust, global-voltage compatible charging engine that handles overseas power grids flawlessly during travel configurations.
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Genuine Profoto 4.5A Fast Charging Core: High-amperage internal circuitry safely accelerates current transmission thresholds, bringing an empty flash battery back to full capacity in approximately 60 to 90 minutes.
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Multi-Segment Smart LED Progress Layout: Onboard visual indicator panel displays clear, stepped charging progress tiers graphically to let your assistant monitor capacity state at a glance.
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Global Auto-Switching Voltage Framework: Fully compatible with electrical inputs ranging from 100V up to 240V AC, allowing uncompressed international usage.
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Active Smart Monitoring Security Protection: Integrated technical safeguards monitor cell resistance dynamically to prevent overcharging, short circuits, and dangerous heat buildup.
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Rugged Lightweight Geometric Profile: Compact structural design fits cleanly into any lighting case or production backpack without adding deadweight to your kit.
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Genuine Profoto Battery Charger 4.5A for B1 / B1x Monolight Batteries x 1
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Removable AC Mains Power Cable (Hong Kong / UK Type G Plug) x 1
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(Note: This standard rental listing covers the standalone desktop charger block and its mains cable only; rechargeable lithium batteries, B1/B1x strobe heads, and Air Remotes are available for add-on rent separately.)
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Q: Are rechargeable strobe batteries, wireless sync triggers, or Profoto flash heads included inside this standard rental listing?
A: No, they are not. This specific rental listing covers a single standalone genuine Profoto 4.5A desktop charger and its AC power cord only. It is intentionally designed to offer highly flexible, low-overhead portable utility allocations for production crews, digital assistants, or lighting technicians who already manage their preferred flash packages and simply require extra high-efficiency charging infrastructure on location. If your crew requires an independent flash setup or power cells, please remember to add our Profoto B1x location kits, genuine B1/B1x batteries, or heavy-duty extension reels to your Hong Kong gear allocation.
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Q: How long does it take for this official 4.5A charger to completely replenish a fully depleted Profoto B1 or B1x battery block?
A: When connected to a standard 220V AC outlet via our studio’s power cords, this high-output 4.5A charger takes approximately 1 hour to completely charge a standard B1 battery, and around 1.5 hours to fully replenish the higher-capacity B1x battery block to 100% capacity. The multi-segment LED progress grid on the top face will illuminate fully as soon as the cycle finishes, letting your assistant know the cell is ready for active deployment.
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Q: Can this charger power the flash head directly from the wall socket if the battery inside is completely flat or removed?
A: No, it cannot. This hardware is engineered strictly as a standalone desktop battery charging dock and does not function as an AC mains power supply to run the flash head itself. The Profoto B1 and B1x monolights are built explicitly to draw high-drain bursts from their dedicated battery packs. To run your production continuously, your assistant must slide the battery block into this charger to replenish it, while a second full battery runs the flash head on set.
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Q: How is the rental fee calculated?
A: The rental fee is calculated on a 24-hour basis per rental period at Dream Scenes Studio Hong Kong.
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Q: Is a deposit required?
A: Yes, a corresponding deposit is required for all equipment rentals in HK.
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Q: What payment methods are accepted for the deposit?
A: We accept credit card authorization for the deposit, which is fast and convenient for local and international crews.
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