2007Batteries/Power forum
Recelling Anton Bauer Hytron 50 and ProFormer batteries in Los Angeles area
19 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
DisputedParticipants disagreed and reached no conclusion. Read the findings as positions, not as an answer.
What the thread found
- Recelled Hytron 50 batteries typically cost between $100 and $137 depending on the vendor.
- Some recelled Hytron 50 units may not pass testing on Anton Bauer Interactive 2702 PowerCharger with DDM but can still function on alternative chargers like PAG Pulsar or Quasar Analyzer.
- Recelled Hytron 50 batteries may be slightly lighter in weight than original factory batteries, requiring camera balance adjustments.
- One user reported that recelled batteries lasted approximately 12 to 14 months compared to factory batteries lasting 2 to 3 years under the same usage and charging conditions.
- Recelling services may experience significant delays due to component sourcing challenges from battery cell manufacturers.
Depends on
- The weight difference between recelled and factory batteries creates practical operational challenges requiring rebalancing of equipment.
- Not all recelled units successfully accept the recell insert due to fragility of temperature sensors in older battery shells.
- Recell lifespan appears substantially shorter than factory-built batteries in at least one documented case.
- Specific pricing and availability may vary by location and time period; data from 2007.
- Component sourcing from manufacturers like Panasonic, Saft, and Sanyo has become increasingly difficult with reduced US inventory.