Description
Article no.: 27927
The NANLITE PavoTube II series opens wider creative possibilities for filmmakers, photographers and production teams. This description focuses on the PavoTube II 30C kit while referencing features shared across the PavoTube II 15C and 30C models. The lights use RGBWW color mixing and offer multiple power, control and mounting options to suit varied shooting scenarios.
NANLITE designed the PavoTube II 15C and 30C to use RGBWW color mixing technology. As a result, the tubes deliver improved color rendition and accurate color reproduction, allowing you to realize vivid and subtle color looks. In practice, this helps you reproduce scenes with more faithful hues and match other fixtures more easily.
The PavoTube II series provides a broad correlated color temperature range and fine G/M adjustment for practical color matching. Specifically, the tubes offer a CCT range of 2700–7500K and allow G/M adjustment up to ±150. This range and the green/magenta control give you more flexibility to adapt to different times of day and varied lighting environments.
NANLITE increased light efficiency in the PavoTube II models while keeping power consumption in check. Consequently, you get more usable light for key, fill and other applications.
These stated illuminance figures indicate the relative improvement in output compared to earlier models and help you plan when you need stronger tube output on set.
The PavoTube II C series comes in three available lengths. Therefore, you can mix and match tube sizes to suit diverse subjects and framing needs. For example, you can properly illuminate subjects ranging from cars and furniture to toys and jewelry by combining tubes in different lengths. This modular approach expands your creative options on location or in the studio.
NANLITE improved the on-board controls for the PavoTube II 15C and 30C. The units use a simplified two-knob interface that makes adjustments faster and more intuitive. For instance, a short press of a button restores the previous intensity setting instantly, helping you return to a prior light level without menu diving. In addition, the menu supports swift switching between Chinese and English, which eases operation for users in different regions.
The PavoTube II 15C/30C include multiple control options for both wireless and wired workflows. Built-in Bluetooth and 2.4G modules let you control the tubes using the NANLINK app. The app enables customization of multiple parameters under CCT, HSI and FX modes for intelligent wireless control. At the same time, the tubes support wired DMX/RDM for group control in professional rigging scenarios, which is useful when creating synchronized lighting effects across multiple fixtures.
The PavoTube II series supports several power solutions to suit on-location and studio work. Each model offers both internal battery and external power options, plus PD3.0 support via USB Type-C for charging, power supplying and firmware updates.
NANLITE improved the optical structure and diffusion materials on the PavoTube II series. The LED beads are obscured by innovated diffusion materials to create a softer and more even emission. This design enhances performance when shooting highly reflective objects and when using the tubes as in-frame practical lights. In addition, shortened caps at both ends enlarge the illumination area.
The PavoTube II models include a broad selection of built-in effects. NANLITE increased the number of built-in effects to 15, up from 6 in earlier models. By using these upgraded effects across multiple tubes, you can create vivid and complex lighting scenarios that would be difficult to reproduce otherwise.
NANLITE offers a range of accessories that expand light-shaping possibilities for the PavoTube II 15C/30C. Examples include barndoors, eggcrates, clips and floor stands designed for these tubes. In practice, these accessories help you control spill, shape beams and position tubes securely. NANLITE notes that more accessories will be added to the collection in the future.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Color mixing | RGBWW |
| CCT range | 2700–7500K |
| G/M adjustment | ±150 |
| Illuminance at 5600K (15C) | 14281×@0.5m |
| Illuminance at 5600K (30C) | 19101×@0.5m |
| Brightness improvement | 15C: 10% brighter than previous version; 30C: 20% brighter than previous version |
| Built-in effects | 15 (increased from 6) |
| Wireless control | Bluetooth and 2.4G modules; NANLINK app |
| Wired control | DMX / RDM supported |
| Built-in battery (15C) | 14.8V / 2200mAH |
| Built-in battery (30C) | 14.8V / 4400mAH |
| Included AC adapters | 15C: 15V/2A adapter; 30C: 15V/4A adapter |
| USB-C PD3.0 support | 15C: PD3.0 (9–20V) 20W min charging; 30C: PD3.0 (12–20V) 30W min charging |
| Sizes | Three available lengths in the PavoTube II C series |
Question: What power options can I use with the PavoTube II 30C kit?
Answer: You can use the built-in 14.8V/4400mAH lithium battery, the included 15V/4A AC adapter, or PD3.0 power via the USB-C port (30C supports PD3.0 12–20V with a 30W minimum). These options let you work on location or in the studio depending on available power.
Question: How do I control the tubes remotely?
Answer: The tubes include built-in Bluetooth and 2.4G modules and work with the NANLINK app for wireless control. For wired group control, the tubes support DMX and RDM, which helps when synchronizing multiple fixtures.
Question: How many built-in effects are available and why does that matter?
Answer: The PavoTube II models include 15 built-in effects, increased from 6 in earlier models. This wider selection lets you create more varied and complex lighting scenes when combining multiple tubes.
Question: What are the color temperature and green/magenta control ranges?
Answer: The series covers a CCT range of 2700–7500K and provides G/M adjustment up to ±150. These ranges help you match ambient light and fine-tune skin tones or practicals on set.
Question: What brightness can I expect from the 15C vs the 30C?
Answer: At 5600K, the documented illuminance values are: 15C — 14281×@0.5m (10% brighter than the previous model); 30C — 19101×@0.5m (20% brighter than the previous model). These figures reflect the increased output compared to earlier versions.
Question: Are there accessories for shaping the light and mounting the tubes?
Answer: Yes. Accessories made for the PavoTube II 15C/30C include barndoors, eggcrates, clips and floor stands. These accessories enable more precise shaping, mounting and practical in-frame usage, and NANLITE plans to expand the accessory range in the future.
The PavoTube II 30C kit combines RGBWW color mixing, multiple power options and robust control features. Use the details above to match the kit to your workflow and to plan setups for different subjects and environments.