This B-mount Helix Max 98Wh Lithium-Ion Dual-Voltage Battery from Core SWX expands upon the features of the Hypercore NEO series by adding simultaneous, 14 and 28V dual-voltage capabilities for a complete onboard system with high-voltage performance. A nearly lossless transmission and a maximum load of 20A at 16.8V or 10A at 33.6V makes this battery ideal for powering more demanding equipment builds in cine and broadcast applications.

The Helix Max draws minimal current at its maximum voltage, creating less heat and extending the runtime and longevity of the battery. A D-Tap aux output and USB output can power other accessories from monitors to mobile devices. Integrated into the battery's design is an LCD to monitor the runtime and total battery percentage. Adding the separately available Helix hot-swap plate can double the available battery capacity and runtimes. An aluminum release lever ensures long-term durability.

Dual-Voltage 14V & 28V    98Wh Lithium-Ion B-Mount Battery    20A Draw at 16.8V, 10A Draw at 33.6V    D-Tap and USB Output Ports    Runtime LCD Screen    Aluminum Release Lever

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Would this battery work directly on an Aputure 600x gold mount light? Would it allow you to run that light at full output?

A: Yes, two (2) of the Core SWX Helix XL 293Wh Dual-Voltage Battery (Gold Mount) would allow you to obtain full output power from the Aputure LS 600x Pro Bi-Color LED Monolight (Gold Mount) when using DC battery power.

Q: 2. Is there a switch on the battery to run 14 and then switch to 28 and back so you can use it with a Sony FX 9 camera?

A: The Core SWX Helix Max 98Wh Lithium-Ion Dual-Voltage Battery cannot be manually switched between the two voltages. The battery switches automatically depending on the voltage of the plate that it is attached to. If the battery detects a higher voltage plate, it will adjust accordingly to the higher voltage. The default will be 14V, which is supported on the Sony PXW-FX9 XDCAM 6K Full-Frame Camera System (B&H # SOPXWFX9). The battery will switch to 28V when mounted on a camera that's supports that voltage.

Q: 3. What is the best Core SWX battery dual charger for this battery?

A: The Fleet Micro series (FLEET-DM2A or FLEET-DM2S) of chargers are the most advanced in the industry. The chargers offer a complete battery management system for your battery “Fleet,” including an on-board LCD to monitor the battery packs’ smart battery data. Besides being the fastest battery charger in the industry today(four 98wh packs in under 2 1/2hrs.), the charger offers a TEST mode to determine battery health and recharge performance. With the inclusion of a micro USB on the rear of the unit, that data can then be viewed and managed with a PC application. The micro USB doubles as an input for future free firmware upgrades(downloadable via the web). In addition to battery management, the Fleet Micro chargers includes SafeFly mode. With one touch of the onboard membrane button console, the charger will either charge the connected packs to up to 30% or discharge to under 30%, depending on the state of charge of those connected. The one-touch operation allows you to quickly prepare all packs for air travel or shipment. This feature can also be applied to a single connected pack. The Fleet Micro series is also the most cross-compatible, able to address not only Core SWX battery packs but those offered by RED, Anton/Bauer, and many more. With this additional charge compatibility, it provides piece of mind that whether you’re on location with multiple crews, charging legacy packs, or your rental Fleet, the Fleet Micro has you covered. The series includes a 90w DC 4-pin XLR power supply to power most cameras. In addition to the on-board power supply, the charger doubles as a battery bank when in “Hypercine” power supply mode(unregulated 12v-16.8v DC). The charger parallels all the on-board battery packs to provide continuous power, and the charger’s LCD reports back available capacity as well as remaining runtime. With the optional “Hypercine module,” the charger provides both unregulated 12v-16.8v 4-pin XLR, as well as 28v regulated 3-pin XLR DC outputs.

Q: 4. Does the shark fin get in the way of any of the control or DC ports on the Komodo X?

A: No, the Core SWX Sharkfin Dual V-Mount Battery Plate for RED V-RAPTOR in the Core SWX NANO Micro 147Wh 2-Batteries + Dual Charger + Sharkfin Kit (V-Mount) does not get in the way of the control and DC ports and I/O on the Komodo-X.

Q: 5. Will this charge in any V-mount conventional charger?

A: No, the Core SWX NANO Micro 98Wh Lithium-Ion Battery (V-Mount) will likely not be compatible with all v-mount battery charges as they can have brand specific protocols that will limit the compatible batteries to the same brand of batteries. We recommend use Core chargers with Core batteries.

Q: 6. does this battery communicate on-camera percentage when used with Red DSMC2 cameras equipped to utilize a v-mount battery?

A: Yes, the Core SWX NANO Micro 147Wh Lithium-Ion Battery (V-Mount) will communicate remaining battery life to RED DSMC2 cameras.

Q: 7. Do you need a special CoreSWX mounting plate to trigger high-voltage 28v mode even when mounting the battery to a 28v V-Mount plate, or is every 28v plate different from a 14v plate? It's not clear if it's a propriety mounting system or not.

A: Core lists that to unlock the high voltage output function, one would need a special Core battery plate to transmit.

Q: 8. What is the runtime from DSMC2 red

A: Battery life depends on many factors and that is why you do not see the times listed. This battery, because it has 98Wh should give approximately 60 minutes. Your experience may vary.

Q: 9. Does this work with Alexa Mini LF ?

A: If the camera has a Gold Mount Battery plate on it, yes it will.

Q: 10. Will this work on a Sony FS7 MKI?

A: Yes