Used Quantum Turbo 3 Rechargable Battery Pack

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2022-03-01T09:39:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic battery, used for more than a decade!

Great battery!

ANDREW G.

2019-03-22T18:34:26

Rated 5 out of 5

Great battery pack

Great, recycle rate with the Turbo 3 and easy get days worth of power when mixing between TTL & manual output. I've had for approx. two years... still going strong. I would recommend to family & friends.

MARLON S.

2017-10-15T09:06:41

Rated 5 out of 5

The professionals choice

The best external battery and the best match for the quantum trio!

SCHALER P.

2016-02-18T05:52:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Works!

I use it with 2 Vivitar 283s fired together from a bracket as fill for telephoto wildlife shots. Recycles both units quickly (~ 2-3 secs), much, much faster than new AAs. The only unit I know of that might recycle faster is a Lumedyne unit that is roughly comparable in cost but about twice the size and weight. Just received the Turbo 3 and used it one time. So far, so good.

ANTHONY P.

2015-12-27T16:41:38

Rated 4 out of 5

Glad I made the purchase

I have used the Quantum Turbo 3 twice since my purchase & it has been fantastic. Before I got it my flash would not make it through a full session of shooting. I recommend this unit & with the rebate, it's a no brainier.

PAUL J.

2014-02-25T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

I would buy this product again.

I use this battery for adding fill light in bird photography. When the sun isn't out this battery pack provides instant recycling of the flash to add the catch light in the birds eye. Without the catch light in the birds eye the bird appears dead.

RUSS M.

2013-07-22T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I would buy this product again

This battery pack is packed with full strength whenever I needed, it will delivers. This product packed with so much strength and quick delivery time that my flash can't keep up when fast multi-shots were taken.

Kingsman

2013-07-15T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent battery for multi-shot sports

Pro sports photographer that covers indoor basketball, wrestling, ice hockey, night time soccer and football. The Turbo gives my flash fast recovery time for multiple sequential shots. It also has great staying power for all day wrestling tournaments. In the last 10 years this is only the second Turbo that I have needed. Looking forward another 10 years with this one. The only downside is the weight.

Sports N.

2013-06-24T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

I've only used it twice. great so far

used at wedding and appreciation sevice, and graduation.

BlackmoreImages

2013-05-13T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

What a Great Product!

I am a photographer at our local dirt tracks. I can't believe that it took me this long (5 years) to purchase this battery pack. I use it with my Nikon SB-910 flash and what a difference it has made in my flash photography. It cycles super fast so I never miss a shot. I couldn't be happier!

Tom

2013-03-25T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This battery does what I needed it to do

My flash would not keep up with shooting 10 - 14 fps even at fill flash settings. Used the turbo battery yesterday shooting some hummingbirds, and with full flash setting got reliable flash at high fps rates. I am pleased with the purchase.

William S.

2013-03-25T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product. Highly Recommended.

To power 580ex ii and 7d during events.

EDWARD L.

2012-12-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Unbelievably GREAT!

I was using a Quantum Turbo for the last 15 years and it was a good power supply. I have changed the battery once and it lasts for about 400 flashes of average power. Now I purchased a Quantum Turbo III and I am simply amazed. It lasts for more than 1000 flashes. In fact, I recently used the unit three days in a row without recharging at all, took close to 2000 flash photos (fill flash for most) and at the end of the third day of shooting the Turbo III showed that it was still fully charged! WOW! This is a terrific unit!

JOEL W.

2012-08-14T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A Power House

I used this battery to shoot a wedding last weekend and it performed without any problems. If you have to have an equipment failure you don't want it to be a power source go down in the middle of a wedding, before now that's what happened to me and I was totally sick inside luckly for me I had a backup plan and the interruption was a minor one. Just having the peace of mind not having to worry about if my flash will fail was worth the price of this unit.

NORMAN T.

2012-07-29T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

TOPS

The quick recycling makes it ideal for quick shooters in any field.

PRD

2012-04-16T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Expensive alternative, but worth it

This is an expensive alternative to the Canon (and Nikon) external battery packs for the respective Speedlites. But, if recycle time and capacity are important to you, it's well worth the money. The Turbo 3 can easily last an entire day of shooting for most people without breaking a sweat. (as a fashion shooter, I use it for micro-pop fill when reflectors aren't practical, and especially for hi-speed sync. The battery is well made, relatively light weight, with a modest (not rapid) recharge time. One might also consider buying the Quantum Trio Basic as wel (I did), which for many things is a worthwhile replacement for a Canon or Nikon Speedlite. But as with the Turbo 3, this is NOT inexpensive.

Nemophoto

2012-03-11T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Pricey . . . but you get what you pay f

Nice item. Cost is a bit high, but then again, good stuff ain't cheap.

ROBERT P.

2012-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Turbo 3 is best battery for Pro Photogr

buy 3 Turbo 3 you can deal with any long contract per day ....very helpful battery

CHI P.

2012-01-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best yet!!

This is Quantums best yet!! They have outdone themselves and this one will be hard to beat!!

EUGENE B.

2011-12-04T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Does a pretty good job

Its been a great product. Maybe a little faster during sequence shooting would be better.

PAUL J.

2011-11-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I would buy this product again

The power pack has been great....I shoot local high school sports and the stadiums that do not have good lighting I have to use flash, and the Turbo3 is great and dependable.....I know I put for a "Con" faster recycling time, its fast but maybe I'm asking to much for it being faster.......

PAUL J.

2011-09-03T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

very reliable

for weddings and events where you have to shoot people randomly in low light , it is the best thing out there. if it was a little smaller and less expensive it would have been perfect. becareful not to damage your flash head by using too many full power flashes in a row. quantum provides a "fake" AA battery to put in your speedlite so that it consumes less AA batteries , i couldn't get mine to work!

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Quantum Turbo 3 Specifications

  • Number of Outputs:

    2

  • Full Power Flashes

    Shoe Mount: 1050
    Handle Mount: 750
    QFlash: 600
    Trio: 1050

  • Full Power Flashes w/Flash & Dig. Camera

    Shoe Mount: 600
    Handle Mount: 450
    QFlash: 375
    Trio: 630

  • Typical partial-power flashes

    In automatic/TTL mode:
    Shoe Mount: 1275
    Handle Mount: 900
    QFlash: 750
    Trio: 1260

  • Recycling Speed (Seconds)

    Shoe Mount: 1
    Handle Mount: 1.1
    QFlash: 1.9
    Trio: 1

  • Recharge Time (Hours)

    Standard Charger: 3 Hours

  • Dimensions

    Length: 5.875 " (15 cm)
    Width: 4 " (10 cm)
    Height: 1.75 " (4.45 cm)

  • Weight

    32 oz (900 gr)

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FEATURED REVIEWS

I would buy this product again

By Kingsman

This battery pack is packed with full strength whenever I needed, it will delivers. This product packed with so much strength and quick delivery time that my flash can't keep up when fast multi-shots were taken.

Excellent battery for multi-shot sports

By Sports N.

Pro sports photographer that covers indoor basketball, wrestling, ice hockey, night time soccer and football. The Turbo gives my flash fast recovery time for multiple sequential shots. It also has great staying power for all day wrestling tournaments. In the last 10 years this is only the second Turbo that I have needed. Looking forward another 10 years with this one. The only downside is the weight.

How can you ensure your photography sessions are uninterrupted by power issues The Turbo 3 Rechargeable Battery is your solution, offering high-voltage, ultra-fast recycling for an impressive 1050 full power flashes. Ideal for professional photographers, this battery pack is a game-changer for those who require consistent and reliable flash performance.

With the Turbo 3, you can achieve several thousand flashes when operating your flash in automatic or TTL mode, where full power isn't always necessary. This versatility makes it a perfect companion for a variety of shooting scenarios, from bird photography requiring that essential catch light in the subject's eye to the demanding environments of weddings, appreciation services, and graduation ceremonies.

Designed to work seamlessly with most shoe- and handle-mounted professional-caliber flashes, as well as all Quantum Q-flash T-series, including the portable TRIO/PILOT flashes, the Turbo 3 is a testament to compatibility and convenience. It features secure locking flash cables for Nikon and Canon, ensuring a stable connection to your gear.

As Quantum's highest-capacity battery, the Turbo 3 is the ideal tool for significant assignments or travel situations where recharging options are scarce. Despite its powerful output, Quantum has engineered the Turbo 3 to be remarkably small and light, leveraging the latest in battery technology to deliver a compact and portable powerhouse.

Equipped with Quantum's intuitive "fuel gauge" lights, photographers can easily monitor remaining battery capacity or check the charging status, so you're always prepared to capture those crucial moments. The Turbo 3 boasts dual outlets, allowing you to power your flash and digital camera simultaneously, significantly extending the operating time of your digital SLR. This feature is also invaluable for shooting extended video segments with the latest DSLR cameras or for powering two flashes at once.

Environmentally conscious and cost-effective, the Turbo 3 is rechargeable hundreds of times, which can save you hundreds of dollars on disposable batteries over its lifespan. Durable, high-quality, and powerful, the Turbo 3 Rechargeable Battery is the professional photographer's reliable partner, ensuring that you never miss a shot due to insufficient power.

Quantum Turbo 3 Rechargable Battery Pack Features

  • Turbo 3: Unlike other types of batteries, the TURBO 3 uses nickle metal hydride batteries that have no "memory." You can "top off" your Turbo 3 at any time, or give it a quick charge to get a few more shots.
  • Secure the new locking flash cables for Nikon, Canon and Qflash TRIO with the locking sockets of the Turbo 3.
  • The Turbo 3 is supplied with a belt clip, and has fittings for an optional shoulder strap. It can also be conveniently mounted on a light stand or tripod, using the optional Quantum Battery Clamp (QBC).
  • Using the two outlets on the Turbo 3, you can simultaneously power a digital camera and a flash or two flashes.
  • A Standard charger (100-240 volts) is included with the Turbo 3. Chargers are also available for many other countries, and for your vehicle.
  • After long and/or frequent use, the internal battery can be replaced by Quantum Instruments at a nominal cost.
  • To check the Turbo 3 capacity when not connected, depress the "on" button until the "fuel gauge" LED display comes on, read the power level, the gauge will automatically turn off.
  • Electronic circuit breaker prevents damage to flash, camera or battery. Turbo 3 automatically shuts itself off, and cannot be turned on without a cable plugged in, preventing accidental drain of the cells.

What's in the box:

  • Standard charger (100-240 volts)
  • Belt Clip