Core SWX has announced the MACH-Q4MBi which they are claiming is the most advanced B-mount charger on the market. B-mount packs will eventually become more prevelant, and I think we will start to see more and more cameras, lights, and other equipment using them.
The new MACH-Q4MBi offers 4A rapid, simultaneous charging along with Adaptive Charge Control (ACC), Core’s proprietary charge protocol which can evaluate battery health during each pack’s charging cycle. Additional features include a standalone discharge function along with offering Core’s patented VoltBridge wireless monitoring platform.
Key features
- Quick Charge Current: 4A Simultaneous
- Discharge Current: Up to 2A per channel
- LCD: 4×20 Character Backlit
- Size: 8.9” x 3.35” x 12.4”
- Weight: 5lbs.
- Input Voltage: 90-240VAC 50/60Hz
Core’s new ACC algorithms are claimed to improve battery longevity and performance up to 30% over the life of the pack. It evaluates the battery pack based on age, cycle count, learned capacity as well as last full charge capacity, to determine the appropriate charge routine for the pack. While in charge mode, the charger continually monitors the pack for feedback during the charging process to adjust as needed. This process ensures top-performing packs are charged as fast as possible, while older packs are charged efficiently while accounting for changes in cell performance over time to minimize degradation and capacity loss.
In addition to battery management, the Mach 4 Micro Chargers include SafeFly Standalone Discharge mode to allow the packs to discharge down to 30% when AC mains power is not present. This feature provides additional value and allows you to carry one charging system for both charge and discharge of the battery packs.
The new charger will mark its first debut at Core SWX’s stand 11.A22 during the 2022 IBC Show and will ship immediately thereafter.
Price
The CORE SWX MACH-Q4MBi retails for $1,449 USD.
