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HMI & Tungsten Lights
Professional film lighting for your Colombian production.
Here is how this works in practice. HMI and tungsten lights are industry-standard fixtures that deliver powerful, steady lighting for film and television production. HMIs produce daylight-balanced output with high efficiency, while tungsten fixtures give warm, dimmable light that stays a staple for controlled interior and studio work.
Here is the short of it. We source HMI and tungsten lighting fixtures in the wattages and configurations your gaffer specifies, drawing from local rental inventories. Our team sets up power distribution planning and makes sure spare lamps and accessories are ready so your lighting setups proceed without interruption.
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Lighting Equipment
Professional HMI and tungsten fixtures with complete grip and power support.
Professional Lighting Solutions
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Our Process
Lighting Design
Reviewing your lighting needs, locations, and ready power to recommend the right fixtures.
Package Assembly
Building a full lighting package with all needed fixtures, grip, and power distribution.
Prep & Testing
Thorough testing of all fixtures and ballasts before delivery to make sure reliable performance.
Production Support
Tech support, gaffers, and backup gear ready across your production.
On Location
ARRI M-Series HMIs and tungsten staples staged through Reel Films and Cinetech Bogota
Here is what we have to work with. HMI and tungsten rental in Colombia anchors at Reel Films and Cinetech Bogota for the heavy stock, with LaBu Films, 5.1 Cine, AndaluCine in Medellin, and Camara y Accion in Cartagena rounding out the regional spread. Our team books the full ARRI M-Series HMI range. M8, M18, M40, M90 — alongside the K5600 Joker 800, 1600, and 2500 Bug-A-Beam fixtures that have become the daylight-balanced backbone for Colombian commercials and feature work, plus ARRI Alpha 4K, 9K, and 18K Pars for large-volume daylight pushes on Pacific overcast or Caribbean dawn exteriors.
Here is the breakdown. Tungsten stock runs deep at Reel Films. ARRI T-Series Fresnels from T1 through T24, Mole-Richardson Baby 1K through Big Eye 10K, Mickey-Mole 1K and 2K for classic Caracol and RCN telenovela lighting plots staged at the Bogota broadcast studios, plus Source Four Lekos for theatrical practical patterns. Electronic ballasts are matched per fixture, with Power Gems and ARRI electronic ballasts cycled and verified before the truck leaves the cage.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Heat protocols are written into each Colombian HMI prep. Pacific Choco humidity and Caribbean coastal heat at Cartagena and Santa Marta drive the M40 and M90 toward dedicated cooling cycles between takes, with the gaffer logging on-time per fixture to protect the bulb against thermal shock. Tropical sets get the M-Series fan stacks pre-checked, dust filters cleared of fine sand or volcanic ash (relevant on Nevado del Ruiz adjacent units), and bulb spares — 1.
Here is how the picture comes together. 2K, 4K, and 18K — staged in the grip truck. Power planning runs through Honda EU2200 portable power packs for smaller HMI builds in remote Eje Cafetero coffee-region locations and tow-behind 60kVA or 150kVA Pramac and SDMO power packs when the Alpha 18K Pars get rigged on a Bogota studio backlot or a Tayrona beach exterior. Tie-ins through Colombia's 110V/220V split grid go through our Bogota electrical contractor with the BOMBEROS (fire safety) sign-off and local Cartagena CARDIQUE site-level permits already filed.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What HMI sizes do you stock?
We carry a full range of HMI fixtures from 575W through 18K, including ARRI M-series and K5600 Alpha. Most shoots use a mix of 1.2K, 2.5K, and 4K units, with larger fixtures for exterior work or large interior spaces.
Do you provide generators?
Yes, we can arrange power packs sized to your lighting package, from small portable units to large tow-behind power packs for substantial HMI loads. We set up power packs placement and fuel for your production.
What tungsten options are available?
We stock ARRI tungsten Fresnels from 150W to 20K, Mole-Richardson units, and specialty fixtures like Dedolights. Tungsten stays popular for interior scenes needing warm, controllable light.
Can you provide gaffers and electricians?
Yes, we work with skilled Colombian gaffers and electricians who know both the gear and local power systems. Having local lighting crew makes sure efficient setup and safe operation.
What about power distribution?
We supply complete power distribution including distro boxes, cable runs, and dimmer systems. Our team can advise on power needs and set up tie-ins where appropriate.
Do you offer mixed HMI/tungsten packages?
Yes, many shoots use both HMI (daylight-balanced) and tungsten (warm) fixtures. We build mixed packages and have the gels and correction needed to balance between sources.
Related Services
Productions in Colombia that need this often pair it with Lighting Equipment Rental and Lighting Modifiers for full coverage. Most projects also draw on LED Lighting Systems and Cinema Lens Kits.
On Set
Need Film Lighting?
Tell us about your lighting requirements and we'll build the right package.