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Rolux has just released a new lineup of professional Gold Mount batteries: the Grand Series. Available in three capacities, 99Wh / 150Wh / 250Wh, the Grand Series features one USB-C in/out port, one USB-A port, one D-Tap port, and two DC output ports. So, let’s take a closer look at these!
Rolux is a Chinese battery manufacturer that has been making professional and affordable V-Mount, Gold Mount, B-Mount, and DV batteries since 2012. The company already has multiple Compact and “Regular” Gold Mount batteries available. Now, they are now back with the Grand Series, a lineup of batteries primarily aimed at the cinema and rental markets.
The Rolux Grand Series is a lineup of Gold Mount batteries consisting of three models: the Grand I, which is 99Wh, the Grand II, which has a capacity of 150Wh, and the Grand III, which has a capacity of 250Wh. All three models feature a rugged and durable case with an OLED display at the front to check your battery status level at a glance.
The Grand I measures 109 x 82 x 69mm and weighs 671g/1.47 lbs, the Grand II is 109 x 82 x 85mm and weighs 897g/1.97 lbs, and the Grand III is 128 x 82 x 102mm and tips the scales at 1359g/2.99 lbs.
At the top of all three Rolux Grand Series batteries, you’ll find:
On the left side of the battery, you’ll also find a D-Tap power output port. The D-Tap port has a maximum power output of 14.4V/12A on the Grand I and 14.4V/15A on the two bigger Grand models.
At the bottom of the Rolux Grand Series, you’ll also find one 1/4″-20 threaded hole.
The Rolux Grand Series is available now. The Rolux Grand I retails for $210, the Grand II for $280, and the Grand III for $520.
For more information, please visit Rolux’s website here.
What do you think about these Gold Mount batteries? Do you use Gold Mount, V-Mount, or B-Mount batteries? Have you already used Rolux batteries? Don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments below!
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Jeff Loch is a French freelance director, editor and colorist, working mostly on music videos, commercials, and corporate films.