LED Modeling Light for Elinchrom?

Is there an LED bulb that would fit and work well with Elinchrom strobes? I have recently switched to Elinchrom and found out that if you keep the modeling lights on, the strobes will overheat and shut down. This is not acceptable. I do need to use the modeling lights and I'm looking for a solution.

What kind of lights do you have and what kind of modifier do you use to cause them to overheat?

I have several D-Lite 2s and 4s. They seem to overheat with Rotalux octas and strip boxes. The modeling bulbs are the regular Elinchrom branded 100W ones.

I don't have any answer for you but I've read this blog post :

https://www.ryomuratap​hotography.com …ne-use-led-modeling-lamp/

Just be warned that Elinchrom most likely won't endorse any light bulb other than the official one.

I'm interested in your findings so please keep us informed if you find a good solution.

In normal conditions they shouldn't have any problem with the stock bulb, however, they are of course prone to overheat if used very heavily.

Thanks! I actually just saw a video about using the IKEA bulbs for video lighting. I have to try it.

The use of modelling lights on studio lights with modifiers like softboxes for long periods SHOULD be used with heads that have cooling fans

I am using these lights for a specific reason. There are not many Elinchrom models that are small, light weight and can be powered low. Never had this problem with Bowens, but I want to move to a brand that still has service and replacement parts available.

Is the fan running?

Are any of cooling vents blocked by something?

What modifier are you using?

Are the lights running in a hot environment? What temp?


When I run long & hot, I’ll peel up a bit of the modifier to help cooling & circulation.

I’ve never had an Eli shutdown on me...

I should check the fan. If they have one, it's probably not very good. I was using a Rotalux strip box and I will be using other small softboxes with these lights. The environment was a large room/gallery with normal room temperature. Nothing out of the ordinary.

The RX2 and RX4 do have small fans, but again these are not made for heavy use. It does however sound very strange that they shut down with normal use with rotalux boxes.

Did you buy these new ?

I have the original D-Lite, D-Lite IT and D-Lite RX. RX is the latest version, I think. I have to do more testing, but if I can't use the modeling lights for longer periods of time, I might have to switch again to another brand.

sipowicz wrote in post #18600806
I have the original D-Lite, D-Lite IT and D-Lite RX. RX is the latest version, I think. I have to do more testing, but if I can't use the modeling lights for longer periods of time, I might have to switch again to another brand.

The RX2 and RX4 have fans and we just tested today it can handle being on with softboxes just fine, the fan goes on and off as needed.

It's very easy to check with the USB dongle (RX version)

D-Lite IT also seems to have a fan. The opening is smaller and I assume that the actual fan might be smaller, too. The original does not have the opening, so I guess no fan in that one. A bit disappointing, but maybe I can use them for background since modeling light is not needed.

sipowicz wrote in post #18600888
D-Lite IT also seems to have a fan. The opening is smaller and I assume that the actual fan might be smaller, too. The original does not have the opening, so I guess no fan in that one. A bit disappointing, but maybe I can use them for background since modeling light is not needed.

You do realize you bought the absolute entry level strobes from Elinchrom, two which has been discontinued for quite some time, and if you bought the RX used I would advice you to check the status on them with the USB dongle where you can see both temp and how many times they been fired and turned on.

Elinchrom has one of the most complete lineups from any manufacturer, from the very entry level stuff (like you have) to the professional grade gear.