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Compact silver flash head cylinder with front glass tube and rear mount

Elinchrom

Elinchrom Quadra HS 400 Ws Flash Head studio

SKU CH-FXR9-81M9Y

Compact 424 Ws flash head with 1/550s duration, weighing 0.28 kg for portable high-speed and location photography

  • Delivers 424 Ws of power for professional studio or location lighting
  • 1/550s flash duration freezes motion with exceptional clarity and precision
  • Weighs 0.62 lbs and measures 3.1 x 2.9" for ultimate portability and easy setup
  • Compatible with Ranger Quadra Hybrid RX and ELB 400 power packs for flexible system integration
  • Daylight-balanced LED modelling lamp equivalent to 50W tungsten aids composition

Compact Hi-Sync Flash Head

The Elinchrom Quadra HS 400 Ws Flash Head is a lightweight studio flash unit weighing 0.28 kg and measuring 3.1 x 2.9 inches. It delivers 424 Ws of power for professional photography in studio or on-location settings. The head integrates a daylight-balanced LED modelling lamp with output equivalent to 50W tungsten light. It is designed for photographers needing portable, high-speed sync capability.

Sustained Performance

The flash head achieves an ultra-fast flash duration of 1/550s at full power, freezing motion with sharp detail during high-speed capture. Hi-Sync optimisation allows consistent performance when overpowering ambient sunlight or shooting at high shutter speeds. The compact form factor maintains reliable output without the bulk of traditional heads. It suits workflows demanding repeatable, crisp results under continuous shooting pressure.

Upgrade Path

This head replaces larger Quadra flash units for photographers who need maximum portability and Hi-Sync functionality. The jump is worth it when mounting a full-sized head is impractical or when high shutter speed sync is essential. It integrates with Elinchrom Ranger Quadra Hybrid RX and ELB 400 power packs for system continuity. Buyers requiring greater power output or standard sync only should consider alternative heads.

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Price $417.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 3,696 comparable items (median $57.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How much heat does the 424 Ws flash head generate during all-day shooting?

The head weighs 0.28 kg and measures 3.1 x 2.9 inches, so its compact aluminium housing dissipates heat passively without a fan, keeping the unit cool enough to handle during extended sessions.

Which power pack must I already own to run this flash head?

It connects to an Elinchrom Ranger Quadra Hybrid RX or ELB 400 pack via the proprietary Quadra cable, so one of those packs is required for operation.

Will the Quadra HS head work with my older Quadra-series packs and modifiers?

Yes, it is compatible with all previous Quadra pack generations and accepts the full range of Quadra-mount accessories.

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