Bigblue VL20000PB-RCP Video Light with Fibre Link Remote

Name: Bigblue VL20000PB-RCP 20,000-Lumen Video Light w/ Remote, Blue/Red LED
Brand: Bigblue Dive Lights
SKU: VL20000PB-RCP
Price: 1649.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Description

The VL20000PB-RCP is Bigblue’s VL20000PB-RC video light packed with the Fibre Link remote controller and an optical fiber cable, so it’s ready to run from your rig on day one.

The controller is a compact electronic switch that mounts on your rig handle. It links to the light by optical fiber and lets you switch the light on and off and change settings without moving your hands while you shoot. Bigblue says one controller can run up to two lights, so add a second RC-ready light and a second fiber to run a pair.

The light puts out 20,000 lumens of 6500K white from 24 high-intensity LEDs in a 160° wide, evenly diffused beam, from a 70 mm body Bigblue calls soda-can size. White runs on three levels (20,000, 10,000 and 5000 lumens) for 2, 4 and 8 hours. Eight red LEDs give 1000 lumens of low-impact light. Fourteen blue LEDs give 450, 225 or 113 lumens for fluoro, and the yellow plate in the box helps bring out coral fluorescence.

Power comes from a self-contained BATCELL18650X7 Li-ion pack, with a push-button switch and battery indicator. The anodized aluminum body is tested to 100 meters and weighs 774 g in air. A lantern grip handle, a 1-inch ball joint, a lanyard and a PC102A protective case are included.

VL20000PB-RC light
BATCELL18650X7 battery pack
Charger
Fibre Link remote controller kit
Optical fiber cable
1-inch ball joint
Lantern grip handle
Lanyard
Yellow plate
PC102A protective case
Two spare O-rings
Silicone lube
Owner’s manual

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Product Features

Remote kit in the box
The Fibre Link controller mounts on your rig handle and links by optical fiber. Switch on and off and change settings without moving your hands.
One controller, two lights
Bigblue says one controller can run up to two lights, so a pair on your arms can share the same remote.
Soda-can size, 160° beam
Bigblue packs 20,000 lumens into a 70 mm body. The 160° evenly diffused beam lights wide frames with no hard edge.
Red and blue built in
Eight red LEDs give 1000 lumens for shy subjects. Fourteen blue LEDs give up to 450 lumens for fluoro dives.
Yellow plate in the box
Use it with the blue mode. The plate is made of yellow filter material that enhances coral fluorescence, so you can film what you see.
Self-contained battery pack
The BATCELL18650X7 Li-ion pack lives inside the light. No canister, no cable, and a battery indicator on the switch.

Which VL20000 is right for you?

All share 20,000 lumens max, the 160° beam, a 1000-lumen red mode, the BATCELL18650X7 pack, a 70 mm body and a 100 m rating.

VL20000P-PRO-MINI

The simple one: cool white plus red, with a fourth level for the longest burn.

White · Red
Four levels, 2000 to 20,000 lumens
2 to 20 hours burn time
757 g in air

VL20000P-PRO-MINI-TC

Adds 5500K warm white, up to 9000 lumens, next to the 6500K cool white.

Cool white · Warm white · Red
Three levels for each white
2 to 8 hours burn time
772 g in air

VL20000PB-RC and RCP

Adds 14 blue LEDs for fluoro and works with the Fibre Link remote. The RCP adds the remote kit.

White · Red · Blue (up to 450 lumens)
Three levels, 5000 to 20,000 lumens
2 to 8 hours burn time
774 g in air, yellow plate included

Is it right for you?

Who it’s for

Underwater videographers
Underwater photographers
Fluoro divers
Technical divers

Best for

Camera rigs with a remote
Fluoro night dives
Compact video rigs
Shooting in pairs

Power modes

Mode	Output	Burn time
White III	20,000 lm	2 hrs
White II	10,000 lm	4 hrs
White I	5000 lm	8 hrs
Red	1000 lm	—
Blue III	450 lm	—
Blue II	225 lm	—
Blue I	113 lm	—

Bigblue does not list burn times for the red and blue modes.

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Specifications

Output

Max output: 20,000 lm
Modes: + Red & Blue
Light source: 24 x XML LED + 8 x XPE red LED + 14 x XPE blue LED
White levels: 20,000 · 10,000 · 5000 lm
Red mode: 1000 lm
Blue levels: 450 · 225 · 113 lm
Color temperature: 6500K

Beam

Beam angle: 160° wide
Beam type: Wide, evenly diffused

Power

Burn time: 2–8 hrs
Battery: BATCELL18650X7 Li-ion pack, self-contained
Burn time by level: 2 · 4 · 8 hrs (level III to I)
Charge time: 2–3 hrs (Bigblue suggested)
Switch: Push button with battery indicator

Build

Casing: Anodized aluminum alloy
Front glass: Tempered optical glass
Max depth: 100 m tested (328 ft)
Size: Dia. 70 x L 142.5 mm (2.8 x 5.6 in)
Weight in air: 774 g (27.3 oz) with battery
Buoyancy in seawater: -291 g (-10.3 oz) with battery
Remote control: Fibre Link controller and optical fiber included
Mounting: Lantern grip handle and 1-inch ball joint included
Catalog model: VL20000PBRC + Fibre Link kit
Bigblue category: Tech photo and video

Product Details

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Most orders process within 1 business day
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Frequently Asked Questions?

What’s the difference between the RC and the RCP?

Same light. The VL20000PB-RC is remote-ready with the controller sold separately. The RCP adds the Fibre Link remote controller and an optical fiber cable in the box.

Can one remote run two lights?

Yes. Bigblue says one controller can run up to two lights. Each light needs its own optical fiber; Bigblue sells them in 1 m and 2 m lengths.

Does it work for fluoro?

Yes. Fourteen blue LEDs give up to 450 lumens of blue, and the yellow plate in the box is made of yellow filter material that enhances coral fluorescence.

How long does it take to charge?

Bigblue suggests 2–3 hours for the BATCELL18650X7 pack.

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