Kastar BP-GL101 V-Mount Battery
Bottom line: The Kastar BP-GL101 V-Mount Battery is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the displays & upscalers category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by Kastar's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
Warm Reminder: Can use "Ctrl" + "F" easily to find your models1. Compatible V-Mount / V-Lock Battery Models:BP-65HBP-90 BP-95W BP-150W BP-190WBP-FL75BP-GL65BP-GL95 BP-GL95ABP-IL75BP-L40 BP-L40ABP-L60 BP-L60A BP-L60SBP-L80 BP-L80SBP-L90 BP-L90ABP-M100 BP-M50E-7 E-7SE-50 E-50SE-70 E-70SE-80 E-80S2. Replacement for charger models:Compatible Quick-ChargersBC-L70A (quick-charges 1 battery)BC-L90 (quick-charges 2 batteries)Compatible Standard ChargersBC-L70 BC-L160BC-M50 BC-M150AC-DN103. Replacement for Camera / Camcorder Models:BC-L100CEBKW-L601/2BVP-5 BVP-50 BVP-550WBVP-7…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Kastar BP-GL101 V-Mount Battery using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the displays & upscalers category. Kastar's displays & upscalers lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for displays & upscalers of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- It is a ultra slim battery, the battery Weight only: 1.35 LB (625 g), Size only: 5.7" x 3.8" x 1.5" (145x 96 x 38 mm), portable for on-the-go shooting. Easy to pack and portable for use.
- Battery Type: Li-ion, Battery Voltage: 14.8V, Battery Capacity: 6800mAh/ 101Wh. With 4 LED Power Indicators show remaining battery life so that you can charge in time. 1 LED on: 25%, 2 LEDs on: 50%, 3 LEDs on: 75%, 4 LEDs on: 100%.
- D-tap outputs DC 14.8V, maximum 10A. While the battery is used on the camera, the D-Tap output can be used to power lights, Monitors, Recorders, or other accessories and the USB port gives you a convenient way to charge your smartphone or other USB items.
- Fitting well into most of broadcast camcorders, video cameras, and LED video lights with the standard V mount battery plates.
- Built-in intelligent control system protects the battery from over-voltage, under-voltage, over-current and over-temperature.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Kastar |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1.35 lb |
| Dimensions | 145x 96 x 38 mm |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Full listing title | Kastar BP-GL101 V-Mount Battery Compatible with BVW-505 BVW-507 BVW-550 BVW-570 BVW-590 BVW-D600 BVW-D9 BVM-D9H1A BVM-D9H1E BVM-D9H1U BVM-D9H5A BVM-D9H5E BVM-D9H5U Broadcast Monitors |
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Kastar BP-GL101 V-Mount Battery Compatible with BVW-505 BVW-507 BVW-550 BVW-570 BVW-590 BVW-D600 BVW-D9 BVM-D9H1A BVM-D9H1E BVM-D9H1U BVM-D9H5A BVM-D9H5E BVM-D9H5U Broadcast Monitors is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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