Best UV flashlight

[troutpool]

Can anyone recommend a UV flashlight that meets these three requirements:

1. 365nm (preferably Nichia)
2. will work on primary batteries
3. can be fitted with a visible light filtering lens.

I've looked but have yet to find one that meets all of these requirements.

 

[Stoneking]

Not sure your price range...
McGizmo Haiku is an option.
I don't know if it covers your 3rd requirement.

 

[archimedes]

The window (plano lens filter) would likely need to be custom cut or shaped, yes.

 

[troutpool]

The one readily available filtering lens that I am aware of is 20.5 mm in diameter. So a UV light that uses primaries and can hold that lens would be perfect. Amazon and others sell the "365nm UV flashlight visible filter lens."

 

[archimedes]

The Haiku takes a 20.20mm diameter (2mm thick) plano lens, according to spec, here ...

https://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=222118

I might think an optical shop or similar could trim that larger lens ?

 

[Sos24]

Thankyou, Jose. One ordered.

I think you will be happy with the Convoy. It is a nice light and the price can't be beat.

 

[troutpool]

Thanks for the suggestions. I am looking for something less costly than McGizmo. Convoy would be fine, but as far as I can determine it is 18650 only and will not handle two CR123 primaries.

 

[mortuus]

Can anyone recommend a UV flashlight that meets these three requirements:

1. 365nm (preferably Nichia)
2. will work on primary batteries
3. can be fitted with a visible light filtering lens.

I've looked but have yet to find one that meets all of these requirements.

have a look at the convoy uv, it uses a real nichia emitter and im pretty sure u can put on a light lens, it costs like 20 bucks on banggood gearbest etc and is very powerful, takes 1 18650 battery.

 

[jellydonut]

Thanks for the suggestions. I am looking for something less costly than McGizmo. Convoy would be fine, but as far as I can determine it is 18650 only and will not handle two CR123 primaries.

Nailbender's P60 module will work fine with a cheap P60 host of your choice.

 

[Nokoff]

Nailbender's P60 module will work fine with a cheap P60 host of your choice.

I second this,,,his drop-in is better than most any dedicated UV torches you'll find.

 

[magellan]

Inova X5 UV is what I see TSA using. The Inovas are very well built - used to be much more popular here on the forums. http://www.niteize.com/product/INOVA-X5-UV.asp

I have the same one and it's been a solid light all around. I have a couple of other Inovas and one thing I'll say for them, they have very nice threads.

I only have one other UV light which is a rare ARC AAA brass UV prototype.

 

[Tranc3r]

What about Acebeam X80-UV? Any good?

Ar there any other strong UV flashlight around under 500 euro?

 

[etc]

Malkoff probably.

 

[manticore]

I have had positive experiences with all Fenix lights I have purchased so I was waiting to order a Fenix TK25UV. A couple of weeks ago I noticed Fenix had discontinued the TK25UV and I was disappointed to say the least. The TK25UV has 2 LED's so you get up to 1000 lumens of white light and a 3w led output @ 365 nm wavelength. Dual tailswitches eliminate any drain on the battery when not in use. I found another source with several TK25UV's in stock so I ordered one. When I received the unit I checked it out immediately. It is now my favorite flashlight, I love this flashlight. It has the highest UV output of all the flashlights I researched and the beam profile of the white light is very nice as well. Since it was discontinued I went ahead and ordered another one just to have as a replacement if ever required.

If you are looking for a UV flashlight and you find a TK25UV, buy it, you will not be disappointed.

Chris

 

[TampaDude]

I have three uvBeast lights, and they all work great! TONS of UV at 365nm. Stuff glows insane bright!

 

[prof student]

What about the Fenix LD05 V2.0? Penlight & UV light in one.....
https://www.fenix-store.com/fenix-ld05-v2-0-edc-led-flashlight-with-uv-lighting/

 

[manticore]

What about the Fenix LD05 V2.0? Penlight & UV light in one.....
https://www.fenix-store.com/fenix-ld05-v2-0-edc-led-flashlight-with-uv-lighting/

LD05 is only 200mw UV output
TK25UV is 3000mw UV output
I won't comment on the uBeast UV output as I am not familiar with these units. Could be less, could be more, research is in order.

I have been having a blast with my TK25UV these past few days. Can't wait to get my hands on some UV curing adhesive.

Chris