CoyoteCreekGuns
Sharpshooter
I posted this down in another flashlight thread, but then decided I didin't want to take away from the OP's purpose, so I have decided to create a new thread pertaining to flashlights. So here I go!
I've been looking at quite a few lights as my old 4 d-cell mag light is worthless compared to some of the new LED lights on the market but it seems like there's a literal billion of them to choose from. I am not looking for a pocket light, although I am not opposed to them, but I am looking for something that is super bright, has multiple modes (strobe, pressure on as well as click on, etc) and can illuminate not only what is right in front of me but allows me to see far into the direction I am wanting to point it (i.e. 100's of yards). This light will be used mostly around my property in brown county which means when it's dark, it's just that, dark.. You cannot see your hand in front of your face as there are no lights around and most flashlights simply cannot light up that kind of darkness. In addition, I hate buying batteries, it's just not something I like to spend money on, so I would prefer a rechargeable flashlight and one that recharges quickly.
through all of my research this one has bubbled to the top but I don't know anyone with experience with it.
It's the 5.11 tactical light for life LED flashlight. I like the fact that I would never need to purchase batteries for life and that it recharges in just 90 seconds. Here's the additional specifications:
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5.11 Tactical has entered into a partnership with IVUS Energy Innovations, the makers of Flashpoint™ Power Technology, to bring you a flashlight that will revolutionize the portable lighting category and be true to our brand and our customers. The UC3.400 provides the longest uptime, the fastest recharge on the market,it is environmentally friendly, and you will never need to replace your flashlight.
In only 90 seconds, the UC3.400 Flashlight will go from dead flat to a full charge. That is 75 times faster than our nearest competitor. This quick recharge allows the light to always be ready. No need to carry multiple flashlights, purchase multiple chargers, or have to remember to charge your light after a long shift. In just 90 seconds, your Light for Life™ UC3.400 will be fully charged and ready to produce another 120 minutes of light. Whereas most flashlights begin to lose strength after you initially turn them on, the Light for Life last for 90 minutes at 90 lumens, cycling down to 25 lumens for 30 minutes and finally 15 lumens for 30 minutes. This keeps you safe in the toughest of conditions.
Unlike traditional rechargeable battery systems that develop memory or degrade (holding less and less charge after each use) and have a life expectancy of 500 – 1000 charge/discharge cycles, the Flashpoint™ Power Technology system is rated for 50,000 charge/discharge cycles with virtually no degradation. That’s a charge a day for more than 135 years! Through 50,000 cycles, our testing shows that the Flashpoint™ system will still retain 96% of its peak capacity. Powered by 3 LED’s rated for more than 50,000 hours (that's 40 hours a week, for more than 24 years) means that there is nothing to replace. The Light for Life™ can supply your lighting needs throughout your career, and still be handed down to your children and their children.
The 5.11 Light For Life™ comes with a limited lifetime warranty and its internal components are rated for a life of over 50,000 cycles. That adds up to more than 130 years if you use and recharge the light once a day! The flashlight’s body is made from a state-of-the-art polymer that is impact, abrasion and water resistant to stand up to the intense duty we know you’ll put it through.
Features
LENGTH - 11.5 in, 29.2 cm
BARREL DIAMETER - 1 3/4 in, 4.5 cm
HEAD DIAMETER (AT WIDEST POINT) - 2.75 in, 7 cm
WEIGHT - Approx. 16oz.
Made of durable polymer.
Impact, abrasion, and water resistant
Recharges in 90 Seconds.
Run time = 120 minutes
Contains 3 LED’s rated for more than 50,000 hours.
Box Dimensions will be 13” x 8” x 4”
Comes with DC Charger, nylon belt ring, and a mounting bracket.
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Two things that concern me. First is the price, at $160+ it's a bit of an investment over some of the felix models that are around 60.00-70.00 and second, is the cycle down illumination meaning that it has a total run time per charge of 150 minutes but cycles down as follows: 90 minutes at 90 lumens, cycling down to 25 lumens for 30 minutes and finally 15 lumens for 30 minutes.
Anyway, does anyone have this? What is your experience with it, or if you have opted not to purchase it, why?
Thanks!
I've been looking at quite a few lights as my old 4 d-cell mag light is worthless compared to some of the new LED lights on the market but it seems like there's a literal billion of them to choose from. I am not looking for a pocket light, although I am not opposed to them, but I am looking for something that is super bright, has multiple modes (strobe, pressure on as well as click on, etc) and can illuminate not only what is right in front of me but allows me to see far into the direction I am wanting to point it (i.e. 100's of yards). This light will be used mostly around my property in brown county which means when it's dark, it's just that, dark.. You cannot see your hand in front of your face as there are no lights around and most flashlights simply cannot light up that kind of darkness. In addition, I hate buying batteries, it's just not something I like to spend money on, so I would prefer a rechargeable flashlight and one that recharges quickly.
through all of my research this one has bubbled to the top but I don't know anyone with experience with it.
It's the 5.11 tactical light for life LED flashlight. I like the fact that I would never need to purchase batteries for life and that it recharges in just 90 seconds. Here's the additional specifications:
*************
5.11 Tactical has entered into a partnership with IVUS Energy Innovations, the makers of Flashpoint™ Power Technology, to bring you a flashlight that will revolutionize the portable lighting category and be true to our brand and our customers. The UC3.400 provides the longest uptime, the fastest recharge on the market,it is environmentally friendly, and you will never need to replace your flashlight.
In only 90 seconds, the UC3.400 Flashlight will go from dead flat to a full charge. That is 75 times faster than our nearest competitor. This quick recharge allows the light to always be ready. No need to carry multiple flashlights, purchase multiple chargers, or have to remember to charge your light after a long shift. In just 90 seconds, your Light for Life™ UC3.400 will be fully charged and ready to produce another 120 minutes of light. Whereas most flashlights begin to lose strength after you initially turn them on, the Light for Life last for 90 minutes at 90 lumens, cycling down to 25 lumens for 30 minutes and finally 15 lumens for 30 minutes. This keeps you safe in the toughest of conditions.
Unlike traditional rechargeable battery systems that develop memory or degrade (holding less and less charge after each use) and have a life expectancy of 500 – 1000 charge/discharge cycles, the Flashpoint™ Power Technology system is rated for 50,000 charge/discharge cycles with virtually no degradation. That’s a charge a day for more than 135 years! Through 50,000 cycles, our testing shows that the Flashpoint™ system will still retain 96% of its peak capacity. Powered by 3 LED’s rated for more than 50,000 hours (that's 40 hours a week, for more than 24 years) means that there is nothing to replace. The Light for Life™ can supply your lighting needs throughout your career, and still be handed down to your children and their children.
The 5.11 Light For Life™ comes with a limited lifetime warranty and its internal components are rated for a life of over 50,000 cycles. That adds up to more than 130 years if you use and recharge the light once a day! The flashlight’s body is made from a state-of-the-art polymer that is impact, abrasion and water resistant to stand up to the intense duty we know you’ll put it through.
Features
LENGTH - 11.5 in, 29.2 cm
BARREL DIAMETER - 1 3/4 in, 4.5 cm
HEAD DIAMETER (AT WIDEST POINT) - 2.75 in, 7 cm
WEIGHT - Approx. 16oz.
Made of durable polymer.
Impact, abrasion, and water resistant
Recharges in 90 Seconds.
Run time = 120 minutes
Contains 3 LED’s rated for more than 50,000 hours.
Box Dimensions will be 13” x 8” x 4”
Comes with DC Charger, nylon belt ring, and a mounting bracket.
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Two things that concern me. First is the price, at $160+ it's a bit of an investment over some of the felix models that are around 60.00-70.00 and second, is the cycle down illumination meaning that it has a total run time per charge of 150 minutes but cycles down as follows: 90 minutes at 90 lumens, cycling down to 25 lumens for 30 minutes and finally 15 lumens for 30 minutes.
Anyway, does anyone have this? What is your experience with it, or if you have opted not to purchase it, why?
Thanks!
for that size it has max 90 lumens? thats pretty crappy even if with all the wonderful no battery stuff. for $10 less you could get a 700 lumen fenix that uses AA's. heck my little 4 inch light is 120 lumens on one cr123. yeah it's a neat little piece of technology but the biggest drawback is the output.
