External battery for film shoots: silent power for the audiovisual industry
The audiovisual sector imposes unique energy constraints: providing high power for professional lighting systems while maintaining absolute silence essential for sound recording.
From film productions to documentaries, as well as news reporting and event recordings, the BASECAMP® external battery for film shoots solves this technical challenge without compromise.
Energy constraints of audiovisual productions
SILENCE REQUIREMENT
Professional sound recording excludes any source of noise. Fuel generators irreversibly disrupt sound capture.
REMOTE FILMING LOCATIONS
Natural sites, historic monuments, and heritage urban spaces generally offer no connection to the electrical grid.
ELECTRICAL STABILITY REQUIREMENT
Professional lighting, cameras, and monitoring equipment require a stable power supply without fluctuations to ensure visual consistency.
LOGISTICAL RESPONSIVENESS
Changes in shot planning, camera movements, and set modifications require a mobile energy source that can be deployed quickly.
BASECAMP®: Autonomous Power Designed for Film Sets
The BASECAMP® film production battery is specifically designed to meet the needs of directors of photography and technical crews. Its complete absence of noise, combined with professional-grade voltage quality ensured by the switched BMS system, makes it the reference solution for demanding audiovisual productions.
Total Absence of Noise for Optimal Sound Recording
The 100% silent operation of the BASECAMP® portable power supply allows it to be installed directly on set, close to the filming areas. This proximity eliminates line losses and complex cabling while ensuring flawless sound capture. Boom operators and sound engineers can work without any unwanted acoustic interference.
Energy Capacity Adapted for Lighting Setups
With 7.2 kW of continuous power (peaks up to 18 kW), BASECAMP® meets the lighting demands of professional configurations:
- HMI lights up to 4 kW (electronic ballasts)
- High-intensity LED panel arrays
- Multi-source lighting installations
- Electric grip equipment (motorized dollies, fluid heads)
- Monitoring, video assist, and camera equipment
This capacity is equivalent to the medium-power installations typically used on light to mid-size film sets.
Voltage Stability for Visual Consistency
The switched BMS system maintains stabilized voltage, eliminating the micro-variations that can affect lighting sources. Unlike conventional batteries, where power output decreases as the charge drops, BASECAMP® delivers constant power until the discharge protection threshold is reached. This stability helps maintain consistent light intensity and color accuracy throughout the entire operating period.
BASECAMP® Turns Your Energy Constraints into a Competitive Advantage
Operational integration into production workflows
The external battery for film production fits naturally into audiovisual production processes, reducing setup times, optimizing budgets, and facilitating filming permits in protected locations.
Energy autonomy calibrated for production sessions
The 3.7 kWh capacity provides 2 to 8 hours of runtime, depending on the lighting configuration: 3.5–4.5 hours with energy-efficient LED lighting (800–1000 W) or 1–2 hours with mixed LED/HMI setups around 2.5 kW. A full recharge in 2 hours 30 minutes on a 230V mains supply during breaks enables multi-unit rotation to extend autonomy throughout the shooting day.
Logistical simplification for technical crews
The compact format optimizes loading in production vehicles, while direct connection to standard outlets eliminates the need for any adaptation. On-set mobility follows camera movements without recabling, and availability through professional rental providers simplifies budget integration.
Compliance for filming in regulated areas
The absence of polluting emissions makes it easier to obtain permits in protected natural areas, heritage sites, and urban locations, while supporting eco-production initiatives. BASECAMP® provides a decisive advantage when dealing with authorities and location owners during administrative approval processes.
