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Portable Power Box Bates 6-15 (PPB)
The PPB 6-15 Bates Model is specifically designed for the unique power needs of the US TV, film, and entertainment industries.
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Portable Power Box Bates 6-15 (PPB)
PPB 6-15 Bates Model: Purpose-Built Power for the Entertainment Industry
The PPB 6-15 Bates Model is specifically designed for the unique power needs of the US TV, film, and entertainment industries. Equipped with a powerful 6.5 kW inverter and a 15-kWh battery capacity, this model provides reliable, emissions-free power tailored to entertainment applications. Featuring the industry-standard Bates connector, the PPB 6-15 Bates Model offers 120V output and both a 50A stage-pin (Bates) style outlet and inlet, ensuring seamless compatibility with entertainment lighting equipment. With fast charging in just 2.5 hours, this unit is the ideal portable power solution for production sets, film shoots, and live events, delivering the performance and convenience required by industry professionals.
Features and Benefits
Challenges on the Job
- Portable high-capacity power storage device
- 50A stage-pin (Bates) style outlet and inlet
• Chargeable with 120V mains and solar photovoltaic (PV)
• 2x GFCI 20A, 1x 30A (L5-30R) and 1x stage-pin (bates style) 50A outlet, also 1x USB-A and USB-C
• Use across variety of industries and applications
• Up to 15kwh of battery capacity
• Safe for indoor and confined spaces use
• No Noise or emissions
• No fuel needed
• Touch safe solar pv connector
• RCD protection for user and device
• Battery management display
• Thermal overload protection
• the unit is complete with circuit breaker protection
• Easy overnight re-charge of battery storage
• 6.5kW output power
• Easily manoeuvrable with durable frame
• Plug and Play
• No Noise
• No emissions
• Multiple application where noise & emissions is not acceptable or permissible
Specifications
PPB-6 |
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Code |
PPB6-15-US -> 14.4 kWh variant |
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Outlet socket |
30A -120/240VAC & 20A 120VAC |
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USB-A / USB-C, 5V 3.0A |
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Inlet |
15A – 120VAC (Trickle Charge) 20A – 230V (‘Fast’ Charge) |
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4kW Solar Panel |
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Inverter |
1 x 48V / 6kW |
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Charging Times – 10 kWh variant (to 100% charge) |
120V = 6 hours 45 mins |
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240V = 2 hours |
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Charging Times – 15 kWh variant (to 100% charge) |
120V = 10 hours |
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240V = 3 hours |
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Inverter |
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Rated Inverter Power (Continuous) |
6kW |
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Surge Capacity (Peak) |
12kW for 5 Secs |
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Nominal Output Voltage |
110-120V AC (L-N) , 220-240VAC (L1-L2) |
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Frequency |
50/60 Hz auto sensing |
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AC Voltage Regulation (Battery Mode) |
110-120V AC (L-N) , 220-240VAC (L1-L2) |
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Battery Nominal Voltage |
48VDC |
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Overload Protection |
5s @ ≥150% load 10s @ 110%~150% load |
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AC Input |
110-120V AC (L-N) , 220-240VAC (L1-L2) |
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Nominal Input Frequency |
60Hz |
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Lithium Batteries |
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Battery Nominal Voltage |
48VDC |
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Battery Voltage Window |
40.5-54VDC |
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Battery Nominal Capacity (for 1 battery) |
4800Wh |
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Battery Type |
LiFePO4 (LFP) |
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Batter Manufacturer |
FNSPower |
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Battery Number |
2x (10 kWh) and 3x (15 kWh) |
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Battery Management System |
Yes |
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Operating Temperature |
Charge |
32℉ ~ 113℉ |
Discharge |
-4℉ ~ 122℉ |
Solar Panel Inlet |
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PV Rated Power |
4kW |
Max. PV Open Circuit Voltage |
450VDC |
PV Array MPPT Voltage Range |
120-430VDC |
Max PV Input Current |
27A |
Dimensions & Weight |
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Dimensions |
38.4” x 20.3” x 36.7” LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT |
Dry Weight |
PPB6-10-US -> 379 lbs |
PPB6-15-US -> 472 lbs |
On Board Control Panel Equipped With |
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Battery Monitor |
Run and Charging Time SOC monitoring Voltage / Current / Power monitoring |
Battery ON/OFF switch |
Fitted |
Battery Isolator |
Fitted |
USB Charger |
Fitted |
MCB Protection |
Fitted |
Distribution Panel |
1 x L6-30R 30A 240V outlet (MCB Protected) |
1 x L15-30R 30A 240V outlet (MCB Protected) |
1 x L5-30R 30A 120V outlet (MCB Protected) |
2 x double gang 5-15 20A 120V outlets (GFCI protected) |
1x L5-15P 15A 1Ph 120V 3 Pin Inlet (Resettable Thermal CB Protected) |
1 x L6-20P 20A 240V 3 Pin inlet (MCB Protected) |
1x Solar Input Touch Safe Connector (Makinex PV Adaptor Cable required) |
1 x USB-A, 1x USB-C (quick charge QC3.0) 5V – 3.0A |
Standard Features |
Removable top cover for access to batteries, inverter, and electrical wiring (maintenance is not however required) |
Renogy Battery Management Display |
Castor wheels with park brake |
Durable HDPE bumpers to avoid damage to the main sheet-metal structure |
Lifting eye allowing for easy access from trailers |
Tie-down strap locations on the top and bottom, at both the front and back of unit |
Rain cover made of a lite and durable PVC that comes stored in a pouch strapped to the unit |
Comes with 1x solar panel cable with MC4 connector, to be connected to a solar panel of the user’s choice |
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