Nanlite PavoTube II 15C RGB LED Tube Light (2')

The Nanlite PavoTube II 15C RGB LED Tube Light is a compact 2-foot RGBWW fixture for filmmakers, creators, photographers, and event crews who need a smooth line of colour in tight spaces. It can appear in the frame as a practical, hide behind set pieces as an accent, create reflections for product work, or add controlled colour to interviews and music videos.

Product Overview

This second-generation 15C produces 423 lux from 1 metre at 5600K and covers a 2700K to 7500K CCT range with green-magenta adjustment. Its improved internal diffusion hides individual diodes, so the illuminated surface reads as a continuous tube both on camera and in reflections. The fixture also includes CCT, HSI, effects, and 0 to 100 percent dimming modes, with average CRI 97 and TLCI 98 ratings.

An internal battery makes the PavoTube II 15C a practical battery powered LED light for fast location work. Runtime is more than two hours at full brightness and extends as output is reduced. It can operate continuously from the included AC adapter, charge through its endcap, or charge through the rear USB-C PD 3.0 port. A separately sold D-Tap cable can power it from a compatible cinema battery.

Control options span simple and professional workflows: buttons, knobs, and an OLED screen on the tube, Bluetooth through the free NANLINK app, built-in 2.4G, and a locking metal DMX/RDM port. Fifteen built-in effects cover common practical-light simulations, while firmware updates can add capabilities over time.

Key Features

• 2-foot RGBWW LED tube light for practicals, accents, and close-range fill
• 423 lux at 1 metre and 5600K
• 2700K to 7500K CCT with green-magenta adjustment
• Average CRI 97 and TLCI 98 colour rendering
• Smooth internal diffusion helps hide individual LED points on camera
• Internal battery, AC operation, USB-C PD charging, and optional D-Tap power
• Onboard, NANLINK Bluetooth, 2.4G, and DMX/RDM control
• Standard T12 diameter works with a broad mounting and shaping ecosystem

How It Compares

The first buying decision is length. The 2-foot 15C fits small rooms, vehicles, tabletop sets, cabinets, and handheld work more easily. The 4-foot PavoTube II 30C creates a longer reflection, wider wash, and more coverage when the set has room. Neither replaces a high-output COB key; these tubes are strongest at close range and when the shape of the light is part of the creative effect.

The next decision is control level. The 15C is a smooth, colour-accurate RGB tube light with wired DMX/RDM. The PavoTube II 15XR is the step-up choice when pixel effects and an expanded professional control feature set are central to the job. Buyers who do not need advanced effects can keep the kit simpler with the 15C.

Who Is This For?

Choose the PavoTube II 15C for small narrative sets, interview backgrounds, practical lights in frame, music-video colour, light painting, product reflections, wedding details, car interiors, livestream sets, and portable creator kits. The compact length is valuable when a 4-foot tube is difficult to hide or transport.

Who Should Choose Something Else?

Choose the longer 30C when output and coverage matter more than portability. Choose an XR model when pixel tube light effects or its additional professional control options are required. Choose a COB spotlight or LED panel light when the fixture must be the main key, fill a large modifier, or work from a greater distance. For exposed outdoor work, use a fixture with an appropriate IP rating and weather-protected power connections.

Compatible Accessories and Related Gear

The included transparent clip supports common 1/4-20 mounting points, while Nanlite's T12 ecosystem adds holders, grids, and floor options. The Nanlite LS-FL-1/4 floor stand supports vertical placement, and the PavoTube transparent clip with 5/8-inch baby pin connects the tube to standard grip equipment. Always use the included safety wires when suspending the fixture.

Product Video

Watch the Nanlite PavoTube II 15C official product video for a closer look at the fixture, controls, and lighting results.

FAQ

Where to Buy in Canada

Order the Nanlite PavoTube II 15C from Filmgear Canada for Canada-wide shipping and Vancouver-area help choosing tube length, mounting, control, and power accessories.