A Block Battery alternative to the heavy Anton Bauer HyTRON 140 Battery

Yes. Block Battery's product lineup includes batteries compatible with Gold Mount (including Three Stud and Gold Mount Plus), V-Mount (V-Lock), and B-Mount systems. Select models like The Protean support all three mount types in a single unit, providing maximum flexibility across different camera and accessory configurations on professional sets.

Several models are designed for air travel compliance. The Protean splits into two electrically isolated 75Wh batteries for carry-on compliance. The SLi-D600 and SLi-D1000 feature disassemblable designs to meet airline lithium battery regulations. Always verify current IATA and airline-specific rules before traveling with any lithium battery system.

Block Battery's lineup spans from 150Wh compact on-camera batteries like the Logos 150 G and The Protean, through mid-range options like the SLi-300 at 304Wh and SLi-D600 at 608Wh, up to high-capacity solutions like the SLi-D1000 at 970Wh and the Artisan Block at over 900Wh — covering every production scale and runtime requirement.

Yes. Most Block Battery models support D-Tap outputs and load ranges up to 150W or 250W, allowing simultaneous power to cameras, LED panels, monitors, and accessories. The SLi-300, SLi-D600, and SLi-D1000 all feature UPS mode, enabling simultaneous charging and discharging so power is never interrupted during critical production moments.

Yes. Block Battery is a family-owned, veteran-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Their products are designed and manufactured in America's Midwest. Founded in 2007 in Huntington Beach, California, the company relocated and expanded operations to Indianapolis in 2021, maintaining its commitment to American-made quality and domestic service capabilities.

Block Battery systems are compatible with a wide range of professional cinema and broadcast cameras, including Sony FX9, Sony CineAlta, Canon EOS C400, RED cinema cameras, ARRI Alexa, and Phantom. Compatibility depends on mount type and voltage — refer to individual product specifications or contact Block Battery directly to confirm compatibility with your specific camera rig.