Aputure STORM CS32 LED Light

Aputure STORM CS32 LED Light is a 3200W tunable-color point-source LED for large sets, exterior work, rental houses and crews that need output comparable to a 4K HMI with full-spectrum color. Available to order in Canada from Filmgear Canada, Vancouver's pro video lighting and cinema lighting equipment specialist.

Its BLAIR-CG light engine covers 1,800K to 20,000K with full green-magenta correction, while the included 30-degree reflector produces up to 106,000 lux at 3 metres at 5,600K.

Product Overview

The STORM CS32 is a full-color Aputure LED light built for productions that need one high-output source for daylight competition, large diffusion, long throws and saturated color. The BLAIR-CG engine adds cyan and green emitters to Aputure's Blue, Lime, Amber, Indigo and Red platform, with Extended Red for stronger spectral control across white light and color work.

This listing is the no-case US and bare-leads configuration. It includes the lamp head, removable yoke, control box, 30-degree reflector, 3-metre bare-leads power cable, 6-metre NEMA 5-20P cable, 7.5-metre lamp-head cable and Aputure Ultra Clamp. A flight case is not included.

The lamp head weighs 19.8 kg with its yoke and mounts on a 28mm junior pin. The control box weighs 10.8 kg. The removable yoke, 7.5-metre head cable and support for head-cable runs up to 45 metres let a crew place the lamp where the control box and power distribution can remain accessible.

For North American household circuits, selectable 1700W 15A and 2200W 20A modes help the fixture work within common branch-circuit limits. Maximum-output operation requires appropriate site power and the included bare-leads cable. This is a professional film light that should be planned with suitable junior stands, cable management and power distribution.

Control options include Sidus Link, Sidus Link Pro, Sidus NFC, onboard controls, 16-bit DMX, CRMX and locking Ethernet for Art-Net and sACN. Seven fan modes, four dimming curves and 0.1% to 100% dimming give studio, stage and location crews practical control over output and noise priorities.

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Key Features

• 3200W tunable-color point-source LED
• BLAIR-CG engine with extended red
• 1,800K to 20,000K CCT range
• Full green-magenta correction across ASC MITC
• 106,000 lux at 3 metres
• CRI 97 and TLCI 98
• IP65 lamp head and control box
• Sidus Link, DMX, CRMX and Art-Net control
• Aputure Mount modifier ecosystem
• Seven fan modes and 5% minimum output

How It Compares

Choose the STORM CS32 when 3200W output, full-color control and large Aputure Mount optics are more important than portability. Smaller STORM fixtures are easier to move and rig when the crew uses lighter stands, smaller modifiers or common wall power. This no-case version suits productions that already have a transport solution; choose the Flight Case Kit when dedicated road protection is part of the purchase.

Compatible Accessories and Related Gear

The Aputure Mount supports the STORM Parallel Beam 70, Motorized CF16 Fresnel, STORM XT52 Reflector Kit and Aputure Mount softboxes. The Light Dome 150 is a practical option when a very large soft source is required, but the modifier, head weight and stand package should be planned as one system.

Compatible products:

• Aputure STORM Parallel Beam 70
• Aputure Motorized CF16 Fresnel w/ Flight Case
• Aputure STORM XT52 Reflector Kit
• Aputure Light Dome 150 Softbox

Related Aputure gear: Aputure STORM 1000c with Wide Reflector, Aputure STORM 1200x with Wide Reflector, Aputure STORM 700x COB Light.

Who Is This For?

The STORM CS32 is aimed at gaffers, rental houses, stages, commercial studios and film crews that need a high-output full-color source for large diffusion, daylight competition, long throws, vehicle work and effects. It is especially useful when one fixture must move between accurate white light, green-magenta matching, xy color and saturated color without changing heads.

Who Should Choose Something Else?

Choose a smaller LED studio light when a 19.8 kg lamp head, 10.8 kg control box, junior stand and high-current power plan are disproportionate to the set. A smaller STORM model also makes more sense for close interviews, compact studios and owner-operators who value faster solo setup over the CS32's output tier. Choose a dedicated flight-case package when the fixture will travel frequently and the production does not already own a suitable case.

In the Box

• 1x STORM CS32 Lamp Head
• 1x Removable Yoke
• 1x Aputure Mount Protection Cover
• 1x STORM CS32 Control Box
• 1x AM11030 Medium Reflector
• 1x PLG28 4-Pin to Bare Leads AC Power Cable, 3m
• 1x PLG28 4-Pin to NEMA 5-20P AC Power Cable, 6m
• 1x PLK28 10-Pin Male-to-Female Lamp Head Cable, 7.5m
• 1x Aputure Ultra Clamp

This is the no-case US and bare-leads configuration. A flight case is not included.

Specifications

FAQ

How bright is the Aputure STORM CS32?

At 5,600K, the bare lamp head produces up to 15,000 lux at 3 metres. With the included 30-degree reflector, output reaches 106,000 lux at the same distance. Compare photometrics with the same distance and beam angle, because a tighter reflector concentrates more light into a smaller area.

What kind of color light is the STORM CS32?

The CS32 is a tunable-color fixture using Aputure's BLAIR-CG engine with Extended Red. It covers 1,800K to 20,000K, full green-magenta correction, xy control and HSIC+ for accurate white light and saturated color work. It is not limited to daylight or bi-color output.

How is the STORM CS32 powered in North America?

The control box accepts 100 to 240 VAC power. Selectable 1700W 15A and 2200W 20A modes support common North American circuits, while maximum-output operation requires suitable power service and the included bare-leads cable. Plan power distribution and cable protection with a qualified crew for high-current set use.

Can the STORM CS32 use app, DMX and wireless control?

Yes. Control options include Sidus Link, Sidus Link Pro, Sidus NFC, 16-bit DMX, CRMX and locking Ethernet for Art-Net and sACN. The fixture also provides onboard controls, four dimming curves and seven fan modes for local operation.

Which modifiers work with the STORM CS32?

The CS32 uses the Aputure Mount. Official compatible options include the STORM Parallel Beam 70, Motorized CF16 Fresnel, STORM XT52 Reflector Kit and Aputure Mount softboxes such as the Light Dome 150. Match the modifier to an appropriate junior stand and support plan for the combined head and modifier weight.

Is the STORM CS32 suitable for outdoor production?

The lamp head and control box are IP65 rated for professional location use around dust and weather exposure. The rating does not replace safe power distribution, protected connections or proper cable routing. Crews should follow local electrical and rigging practices for wet or exposed locations.

Does this STORM CS32 package include a flight case?

No. This listing is the no-case US and bare-leads configuration. It includes the lamp head, removable yoke, control box, reflector, power cables, head cable and Ultra Clamp, but a flight case must be purchased separately or supplied by the production.

When should I choose a smaller STORM light?

Choose a smaller fixture when the set does not need 3200W output or when common wall power, lighter stands, faster solo setup and easier transport matter more. The CS32 is designed for crews prepared to manage a 19.8 kg lamp head, a 10.8 kg control box and high-current power.

Where to Buy in Canada

The Aputure STORM CS32 is available to order from Filmgear Canada in Vancouver, BC, with Canada-wide shipping, local pickup and support for selecting compatible modifiers, stands and power accessories.