3200+lumen 18650 powered torch - pocketable

Richard_T · Jul 30, 2018

Im about to return a Fenix TK35UE ( 2018) version, the size is just right (as in length), the runtime on it was just about right, it could charge via USB, I was impressed with its brightness and the indicator light telling me how much charge was in the batteries, and it was comfortable in the hand, plus ( as its my first Lithium battery powered torch) i purchased some batteries to go with it.
As i'm returning this device, what else is there of a similar spec/brightness/price to the TK35UE(2018) that doesn't fall apart after a few days use? ( see here for my issues with this model https://www.candlepowerforums.com/v...TKUE18-post-mortem-autopsyl-fatal-design-flaw)

Scourie · Jul 30, 2018

Consider an Olight R50 Pro. Comes with a 26650 rather than two 18650's.

Richard_T · Aug 3, 2018

thanks, had a look at the O-light range not spotted anything there that fits the bill

got two new 18650's sitting around ( and no device that uses them)

ven · Aug 3, 2018

Check out emisar d4(quad and over 3000-4000lm). Also just released is a 26650 version D4S. Well under budget, the D4 under $40(or were), several options for LED choices. The UI is excellent, ramping, short cut to min/max and voltage check. Even adjust the temp for driver. Of course these crazy pocket rocket lights blast out 3000+lumens for seconds not minutes. But they can still be used like most 18650 lights around 300-600lm levels. Its single 18650, but you have a spare to swap out as it does eat down a cell fast! Just a thought, great lights for $40.

mtn electronics, and Hank at international outdoor have stock. Want some pocket crazy(need a larger pocket mind), the m43 for $98(bargain) but you need 4x 18650 cells. Its very compact, solid in build............much more than you would expect for the reduced $98 cost.

ChrisGarrett · Aug 3, 2018

ven said:
Check out emisar d4(quad and over 3000-4000lm). Also just released is a 26650 version D4S. Well under budget, the D4 under $40(or were), several options for LED choices. The UI is excellent, ramping, short cut to min/max and voltage check. Even adjust the temp for driver. Of course these crazy pocket rocket lights blast out 3000+lumens for seconds not minutes. But they can still be used like most 18650 lights around 300-600lm levels. Its single 18650, but you have a spare to swap out as it does eat down a cell fast! Just a thought, great lights for $40.

mtn electronics, and Hank at international outdoor have stock. Want some pocket crazy(need a larger pocket mind), the m43 for $98(bargain) but you need 4x 18650 cells. Its very compact, solid in build............much more than you would expect for the reduced $98 cost.

What he said, although I don't think I want the D4S.

Best bang for the buck, IMO, in this hobby.

And the D4 is $35 shipped, sans pocket clip and 18350 body.

Sony VTC-5As are your friend with this light.

Chris

Keitho · Aug 3, 2018

Probably the next step up in durability and price from the emisar is a zebralight, sc64 or one of the other 1x18650s. Similar size or slightly smaller, not as bright on turbo, more efficient, potted drivers, boring color.

ven · Aug 4, 2018

Yes not but on the D4s yet, like the larger diameter tube for hand comfort though in 26650 format.

Keitho , ZL have some awesome 18650 options for super compact and even near or around 2500lm in the plus flavours. Very clever trick drivers, potted,efficient, light, awesome!

Richard_T · Aug 6, 2018

Had a look at the emisar D4 series, tempted, but limited runtime at the higher levels, especialy due to the heat they give off.

still havent found a new home for my new 18650 cells, that are sitting unused and folorn in their boxes (fenix branded ARB-L18-3500)

ChrisGarrett · Aug 6, 2018

Richard_T said:
Had a look at the emisar D4 series, tempted, but limited runtime at the higher levels, especialy due to the heat they give off.

still havent found a new home for my new 18650 cells, that are sitting unused and folorn in their boxes (fenix branded ARB-L18-3500)

Yeah, but it puts out a lot of light, even through the 4-5 step-downs in getting to that reasonably moderate floody output.

I carried my cyan D4 219CT for 11 days driving through Texas and Oklahoma last month and it was fine for my travelling needs.

Chris

Richard_T · Aug 10, 2018

The D4 certainly is tempting, especially as an in-between light ( do i need such a torch??? )
I've been looking at these:

Olight X7 Marauder
nitecore Tiny monster TM06, however a review on amazon said..

Not worth the money!!.... It only took about a week before the power/on off button came off.

and with my previous button issues this is one area im looking into

Fenix TK75 (2018) has stainless steel ( or another type of metal ie alumnium ) buttons however is it to big to fit in a jacket pocket such as a water proof outer jacket?

Richard_T · Aug 16, 2018

In the end ive ordered a TK75, and a Emisar D4, the emisar for the novelty value/quick blast as opposed to run time.
At the moment I cant see why anyone would need more than two torches ( three if you include the little one on my car key chain) and i can see this website as being challenging to that bit of common sense, as well as denting my wallet - just how many torches do you need???
hopefully i will resist any temptation, and watch from the sidelines

ven · Aug 16, 2018

Tk75 a classic, D4 a fun little light, also a d4s now on 26650 fuel.

Nice choices, as for how many...................well as with anything in life, as many as you want or makes you happy.............:naughty:

Bazar · Sep 6, 2018

Richard_T said:
The D4 certainly is tempting, especially as an in-between light ( do i need such a torch??? )
I've been looking at these:

Olight X7 Marauder
nitecore Tiny monster TM06, however a review on amazon said..
and with my previous button issues this is one area im looking into

Fenix TK75 (2018) has stainless steel ( or another type of metal ie alumnium ) buttons however is it to big to fit in a jacket pocket such as a water proof outer jacket?

If you are going that big, and floody is okay, get the Acebeam X80 series, the gt maybe, because they can run @1k-4k lumens for a decent amount of time. Like over an hour @4k. Watts to lumen efficiency is very high, highest in the world right now, about 5 watts for 1 k lumens and 23 watts for 4k (and no that math is correct, pushing higher lumens increases watts exponentially)

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