Aputure

Electro Storm CS15

1,500W tunable color high intensity point source lamp

Cast any hue with this 1,500W tunable color point source fixture that matches the brightness of industry-standard 1,800W HMIs.

A new standard for color

Electro Storm CS15 is one of the most powerful full color point source LEDs on the market. Its light engine achieves stunning spectral reproduction, with an SSI (Tungsten) of 89+ and SSI (D56) of 86+. Keep high-speed photography flicker-free and dim lower than tungsten lamps with HyperSync.

Dual Accessory Mount

The Electro Storm family features the Dual Accessory Mount (Bowens and auto-calibrating Aputure Mount). Use Bowens modifiers and add spot/flood and pan/tilt control from across the stage with the Motorized Yoke and F14 Motorized Fresnel.

Built rental tough

Keep your light working with IP65 dust and water resistance and easy-to-service modular internals.

Shipped via freight, with an estimated delivery time of 10-15 days.

Electro Storm CS15

Bright & Accurate

At 1,585W of intense power output, the Electro Storm CS15 is comparable to industry-standard 1800W HMIs and is the most powerful and color-accurate open-face full-color point-source fixture on the market to date.

Electro Storm CS15

Dual Accessory Mount

The Electro Storm CS15 is one of the most adaptable fixtures on the market, featuring both the universal Bowens Mount and all-new electronic Aputure Mount compatibility. Whether used with existing Bowens Mount modifiers, all-new Aputure Mount Reflectors, or the all-new F14 Fresnel, the Electro Storm CS15 is designed with higher stability, durability, and optimization for heavy-duty modifiers.

Electro Storm CS15

Ultra Color Accurate

In addition to its intense power output, the Electro Storm CS15 utilizes a new dual-blue LED chipset to achieve stunning spectral reproduction with an ultra-high SSI (Tungsten) of 89+ and SSI (D56) of 86+, ensuring industry-leading color quality across its wide 2,000K to 10,000K CCT range.

Electro Storm CS15

Professional Connectivity

Designed for professionals, the Electro Storm CS15 features advanced connectivity options, including Sidus Link app control, LumenRadio CRMX, Art-net & sACN via etherCON, and 16-bit DMX512. And with its rugged IP65 dust and weather-resistant construction, the Electro Storm CS15 can withstand the most demanding filming environments without worrying about performance or reliability.

Photometrics

CCTDis.No Reflector50° Reflector35° Reflector20° Reflector
2,000K3m1,818 lux / 169 fc5,310 lux / 493 fc10,340 lux / 961 fc30,100 lux / 2,796 fc
2,000K5m712 lux / 66 fc2,034 lux / 189 fc3,710 lux / 345 fc10,450 lux / 971 fc
3,200K3m5,040 lux / 468 fc15,210 lux / 1,413 fc28,880 lux / 2,683 fc85,400 lux / 7,934 fc
3,200K5m1,827 lux / 170 fc5,760 lux / 535 fc10,610 lux / 986 fc30,100 lux / 2,796 fc
4,300K3m5,210 lux / 484 fc15,980 lux / 1,485 fc 31,110 lux / 2,889 fc91,800 lux / 8,528 fc
4,300K5m2,056 lux / 191 fc6,120 lux / 569 fc11,080 lux / 1,029 fc31,600 lux / 2,936 fc
5,600K3m5,540 lux / 515 fc16,740 lux / 1,555 fc32,600 lux / 3,029 fc94,500 lux / 8,779 fc
5,600K5m2,143 lux / 199 fc6,420 lux / 596 fc11,650 lux / 1,082 fc33,100 lux / 3,075 fc
10,000K3m4,870 lux / 452 fc14,420 lux / 1,340 fc27,500 lux / 2,555 fc82,400 lux / 7,655 fc
10,000K5m1,911 lux / 178 fc5,530 lux / 514 fc10,050 lux / 934 fc28,600 lux / 2,657 fc

Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

CCT
2,000K – 10,000K
CRI
98
TLCI
98
CQS
97
SSI (Tungsten)
90
SSI (D56)
86
TM-30 RF (Average)
93
TM-30 RG (Average)
101
Max Power Consumption
2200W
Max Power Output
1585W
Weather Resistance Rating
IP65
Beam Angle (No Reflector)
62°
Compatible Aputure Mount Reflectors
20°/35°/50°
Operating Voltage DC1 & DC2
48V / 19A
Operating Voltage AC
100V ~ 240V / 23A-9A / 50-60 Hz
Operating Temperature
-20°C ~ 45°C / -4°F ~ 113°F
Storage Temperature
-40°C ~ 85°C / -40°F ~ 185°F

Control Methods

Control Methods
On-board, Sidus Link App, DMX/RDM, CRMX, etherCON
Firmware Upgradeable
Sidus Link, USB Drive
Wireless Range (Bluetooth & CRMX)
≤100m / ≤328.1ft

Fan Noise Levels

High Speed Mode
44dB
Default Mode
39dB
Silent Mode
30dB

Weight

Lamp Head w/o Yoke
18kg / 39.7lbs
Removable Yoke for Electro Storm CS15 / Electro Storm XT26
3.2kg / 7.1lbs
Control Box
19kg / 41.9lbs
Aputure Mount 20º Reflector
3.8kg / 8.4lbs
Aputure Mount 35º Reflector
1.5kg / 3.3lbs
Aputure Mount 50º Reflector
1.2kg / 2.7lbs
Motorized Yoke for Electro Storm CS15 / Electro Storm XT26
20kg / 44.1lbs
Barn Doors for Aputure Mount Reflectors (35º / 50º)
1.5kg / 3.3lbs

Dimensions

Lamp Head w/o Yoke
45.7 x 35.2 x 28.1cm / 17.99 x 13.86 x 11.06in
Removable Yoke for Electro Storm CS15 / Electro Storm XT26
59.1 x 8.8 x 49.7cm / 23.27 x 3.46 x 19.57in
Control Box
27.3 x 26.2 x 55.0cm / 10.75 x 10.31 x 21.65in
Aputure Mount 20º Reflector
53.73 x 41.06 x 37.4cm / 21.15 x 16.17 x 14.72in
Aputure Mount 35º Reflector
27.7 x 26.6 x 25.0cm / 10.91 x 10.47 x 9.84in
Aputure Mount 50º Reflector
27.7 x 19.18 x 25.0cm / 10.91 x 7.55 x 9.84in
Barn Doors for Aputure Mount Reflectors (35º / 50º) [Closed]
28.23 x 30.2 x 4.0cm / 11.1 x 11.89 x 1.57in
Motorized Yoke for Electro Storm CS15 / Electro Storm XT26
84.9 x 58.29 x 16.3cm / 33.43 xx 22.95 x 6.42in

FAQ

Downloads

Data SheetRelease Date
Electro Storm CS15 - Data Sheet11/03/2024
ManualsRelease Date
Electro Storm CS15 - Manual EN05/02/2024
FirmwareRelease Date
Electro Storm CS15 - Firmware Update 1.301/02/2024
DMX ChartRelease Date
Electro Storm CS15 - DMX Specification V1.131/01/2024
Certifications
Electro Storm CS15 - Certifications

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