Details
Get unwired with the Gemini Classic 500C, Bowens mid-range studio and location flash lighting solution for even more freedom.
The Gemini Classic 500C Flash unit features the ability to easily integrate with the Bowens Pulsar radio trigger system by simply plugging in a small Radio Receiver Card.
This 'Classic' flash unit benefits from a fine degree of modelling control with the separate 'lamp' dial. Simply set the 250W modelling lamp to any level you require to indicate the light and shadow behaviour at various levels of flash power or use the '100%' (full), 'proportional' or 'off' options.
The Gemini Classic is able to be powered from mains (AC) power or the optional Travelpak battery system, delivering up to 300 full power flashes per charge when out on location.
The classic Bowens monolight is so simple to use it's easy to see why it is the favoured flash lighting in photographic schools and colleges world-wide.
Gemini Classic 500C - Key Features:
| ✔ Simple to use intuitive controls. ✔ Five stops of power control. ✔ Pulsar radio-enabled. |
✔ Travelpak Battery compatible. ✔ Robust Metal Construction. ✔ Separate modelling control. |
✔ 250W Modelling Lamp. ✔ Auto Power-Save mode. ✔ DSLR friendly low sync voltage. |
Accessories.
The Gemini Classic 500C flash is compatible with the wide range of over 40 Bowens light shaping tools, attachments, reflectors and softboxes.
Additional Information
| Brand | Bowens |
|---|---|
| SKU | BW3911UK |
| Max Power (Ws) | 500Ws |
| Guide Number (m/100 ISO) | 80 |
| Flash Duration (t=0.5) | 1/900 |
| Recycle Time (100%) | 1.5 secs |
| Power Accuracy | Stepless |
| Power Control | Stepless Dial |
| Power Range | 5 Stops |
| Modelling Control | Stepless Dial |
| Modelling Modes | Independent , Off , Proportional, Full |
| Digital Display | No |
| Ready Indication | Ready Beep , Ready LED |
| Plug-in Radio Trigger Option | Yes |
| Multi-Voltage | No |
| Auto Dump | Yes |
| IR Remote Compatible | No |
| Fan Cooled | No |
| Colour Temperature | 5600K (±300K) |
| Flash Inhibit Circuit | Yes |
| Sync Voltage | 5V DC |
| Operating Voltage | 190-250V AC 50Hz |
| Travelpak Compatible | Yes |
| Voltage Stabilisation | ±1% |
| Ready Light | Yes |
| Ready Beep | Yes |
| Width | 145mm |
| Length | 370mm |
| Height | 130mm |
| Weight | 3.0kg |
Downloads
 |
Gemini 500c - Imaging Freedom Brochure (Size: 1.8 MB) |
|
Gemini Classic User Guide (Size: 546.9 KB) |
| Operating Instructions for the Bowens Gemini 250C and 500C. | |
|
Imaging Freedom Brochure - 2013 (Size: 10 MB) |
| Bowens full-line product catalogue updated for 2013. |
