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The Nova-Strobe™ bbx Basic Battery-powered Xenon Stroboscope is simple to operate − just point and shoot. Lightweight and bright with flash rates up to 10,000 Flashes Per Minute (FPM), this strobe is comfortable to hold and will run continuously for 2 hours on a single charge. The bbx weighs only 1.9 lbs. (0.86 kg) and comes with a 115/230 universal recharger. The recharge time is 4 hours.

Available individually or in kit form which ships in a blow-molded carry case with a spare xenon flashtube (lamp).  Available with or without a NIST Traceable Certificate.

Nova-Strobe™ bbx Basic Battery-Powered Xenon Stroboscope

PN: 6207-012
Brand:
$520.00$775.00


Features

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  • Powerful light output – 20% brighter than competitive models!
  • Internal, rechargeable batteries; PSC-2U recharger included
  • Will run continuously for 2 hours on a single charge
  • Cost effective
  • Times 2 (x2) and Divide by 2 (÷2) push buttons allow easy checking for actual RPM, harmonics and allow stop motion far beyond the 10,000 FPM limit
  • Lightweight for easy handling
  • ¼ x 20 tripod mount in the handle

Detailed Description

The Nova-Strobe™ bbx Basic Battery-Powered Xenon Stroboscope is simple to operate… just point and shoot. Lightweight and bright with flash rates to 10,000 flashes per minute (FPM), these strobes are comfortable to hold and will run continuously up to 2 hours on a single charge.

The bbx weighs only 1.9 lbs. (0.86 kg) and comes with a universal slow recharger (115/230 Vac with interchangeable plugs). Recharge time is 4 hours. A large digital LCD is easy to adjust and read. The flash rate adjustment is quickly made with the tactile tuning knob.

Choose to buy individually or in kit form which ships in a blow-molded plastic carry case with a spare flashtube.  Available with or without a NIST Traceable Certificate.

To see the latest in portable stroboscope technology, take a look at the Nova-Pro 100!

Features

  • Powerful light output – 20% brighter than competitive models!
  • Internal, rechargeable batteries; PSC-2U recharger included
  • Will run continuously for 2 hours on a single charge
  • Cost effective
  • Times 2 (x2) and Divide by 2 (÷2) push buttons allow easy checking for actual RPM, harmonics and allow stop motion far beyond the 10,000 FPM limit
  • Lightweight for easy handling
  • ¼ x 20 tripod mount in the handle

Specifications

Specifications* for the Nova-Strobe™ bbx Basic Battery-Powered Xenon Stroboscope:
SpecificationSpecification value
Flash Range30-10,000 FPM/RPM
Flash Range Accuracy±1 FPM
Flash Range Resolution1 FPM
Flash Duration10-25 microseconds (auto adjust with flash rate)
Flashtube (Lamp) Life100 million flashes
Light OutputAverage: 13 watts typical > 4000 FPM
Instantaneous (per flash): 230 mJoule typical to 4000 FPM
Input PowerBattery powered: internal rechargeable batteries 6 Vdc
External AC recharger – 100 to 240 Vac, 50/60 Hz
Run TimeTwo (2) hours typical at 1800 FPM, and over 1 hour at 6000 FPM with fully charged batteries
Charge Time Four to five (4-5) hours typical with PSC-2U
DisplayLCD with 6 numeric 0.506 in. [12.85 mm] high digits and 5 alphanumeric 0.282 in. [7.17 mm] high digits
IndicatorsBattery level
Display Update RateInstantaneous
Knob AdjustmentDigital rotary switch with 36 detents per revolution; velocity sensitive
MemoryLast setting before power down is remembered and restored on next power up
Time BaseUltra-stable crystal oscillator
SafetyThis product is designed to be safe for indoor use under the following conditions (per IEC61010-1):
• Operating Temperature32-104 °F (0-40 °C)
May be operated for short time periods, slightly beyond stated temperature range.

NOTE: Safety thermal feature will set unit into TACH Mode (stops flashing) in the event of internal overheating. Unit must then be power cycled.
• HumidityMaximum relative humidity 80% for temperature up to 88 °F (31 °C) decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 104 °F (40 °C)
ComplianceCE Compliant
Energy efficient battery charging; registered in the DoE CCMS Database
Weight1.9 lbs. (0.86 kg)
DimensionsBody:  9 in. x 3.66  in. x 3.56 in.[229 mm x 93 mm x 90 mm];
Reflector Housing: 4.8 in. [122 mm] diameter;
Handle: 4.25 in. [108 mm] long
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

What's in the box?

Nova-Strobe bbx 115/230 (6207-012) includes:

Basic battery-powered xenon stroboscope with PSC-2U (115/230 Vac) recharger

  • Documentation: operation manual and product registration card
Nova-Strobe bbx 115/230 NIST (6207-012-CAL) includes:

Basic battery-powered xenon stroboscope with PSC-2U (115/230 Vac) recharger

  • Documentation: operation manual, product registration card, and NIST Traceable Certificate
Nova-Strobe bbx Kit 115/230 (6207-013) includes:

Basic battery-powered xenon stroboscope with PSC-2U (115/230 Vac) recharger

  • Ships in a standard blow-molded plastic carry case with a spare lamp
  • Documentation: operation manual and product registration card
Nova-Pro bbx Kit 115/230 NIST (6207-013-CAL) includes:

Basic battery-powered xenon stroboscope with PSC-2U (115/230 Vac) recharger

  • Ships in a standard blow-molded plastic carry case with a spare lamp
  • Documentation: operation manual, product registration card, and NIST Traceable Certificate

Shipping Codes

Harmonized Tariff Code:  9029206000

Country of Origin:  US

Export Control Classification Number (ECCN):  EAR99