Zebralight SC600 Mk II L2 (XM-L2, 1x18650) Review: RUNTIMES, BEAMSHOTS, VIDEO+

[ozzie_c_cobblepot]

+1 to the translucent film canister. "As if it was designed for it", I second that! Quite amazing, it reminds me of the lights airport workers use to direct planes. The only thing to worry about would be overheating, because the air inside the canister would heat quickly at the high levels...

 

[InspectHerGadget]

I'm finally getting one of these lights. It looks like a well sorted and quite compact but with a big enough head to give a good beam.

Zebralight even have them in stock. Shock horror.

I have ordered and cancelled twice before due to the long wait when ordered direct from Zebralight.

I always thought Zebra light overcharged and under delivered but they seem well sorted and owners seem to rave about them so I thought 'why not'.

 

[UnderPar]

I'm finally getting one of these lights. It looks like a well sorted and quite compact but with a big enough head to give a good beam.

Zebralight even have them in stock. Shock horror.

I have ordered and cancelled twice before due to the long wait when ordered direct from Zebralight.

I always thought Zebra light overcharged and under delivered but they seem well sorted and owners seem to rave about them so I thought 'why not'.

Great choice. You'll never go wrong with ZL. You might also want their other models........lovecpf

 

[JB]

Does the Zebralight SC600 Mk II L2 use the U2 or U3 LED?

 

[InspectHerGadget]

Great choice. You'll never go wrong with ZL. You might also want their other models........lovecpf

I got it in the mail today and tested it out on a long walk tonight. It is pretty amazing. I mean the light beam itself is great but a lot of lights can match that.

What makes it stand out is the UI and the quality of the switch. Example. I sent back an Armytek C2 Prime Pro. The light build quality was lovely but it must have had a 20 pound or more switch pressure which would make it unusable for my wife who I wanted to use it on our walks. The UI also took a manual to learn how to use and so many clicks to do basic stuff.

The SC600 UI is so well thought out that I just read the instructions once when I ordered it a few weeks ago and that was it. I got the hang right away even with the higher and lower levels.

The quality of the switch is great too, easy to switch on and off and they don't need a 20lb switch pressure as the switch is well recessed.

The head of the light is slightly larger than most lights of its size too which means it can pump lumens out longer distance and time.

It is indeed a lovely light. I can why ZL get a well deserved following of devotees.

 

[chrisbfu]

Just picked up a SC600 W and the pocket clip has a nice blued rainbow color to it.

 

[markr6]

Just picked up a SC600 W and the pocket clip has a nice blued rainbow color to it.

Yeah for some reason the SC600 lights have that, but the smaller ones are shiny. Who knows why they decided to do that!

 

[chrisbfu]

Yeah for some reason the SC600 lights have that, but the smaller ones are shiny. Who knows why they decided to do that!

I think I like it. Hahaha

 

[CelticCross74]

Wow its great to see this thread still going! In the many months that Ive been using this light Ive finally learned how to program it and use the blinky modes etc. Also that on H2 the light doesnt get hot merely a touch warm even after 30 minutes of use. On H1 the head would be near sizzling hot I now only use H1 for short bursts. Also the Orbtronic 3600mah 18650 does indeed fit without having to remove the sticker etc. Its a tight fit but it fits. Running mostly H2 the 3600mah cell holds its charge incredibly well. I read somewhere that ZL will be once again upgrading the 600 somehow and a few of their other products. Im guessing a 2.0 version of their thermal regulation programming and either an XP-L or XM-L2 U3 cant wait!

 

[markr6]

Wow its great to see this thread still going! In the many months that Ive been using this light Ive finally learned how to program it and use the blinky modes etc. Also that on H2 the light doesnt get hot merely a touch warm even after 30 minutes of use. On H1 the head would be near sizzling hot I now only use H1 for short bursts. Also the Orbtronic 3600mah 18650 does indeed fit without having to remove the sticker etc. Its a tight fit but it fits. Running mostly H2 the 3600mah cell holds its charge incredibly well. I read somewhere that ZL will be once again upgrading the 600 somehow and a few of their other products. Im guessing a 2.0 version of their thermal regulation programming and either an XP-L or XM-L2 U3 cant wait!

Want hot? Try H1 on the SC62!! Also a great light!

I do like a tighter fit (width, not length) with wrapped batteries in my lights. I can't stand battery rattle. Not like other cells are banging around loose, but you notice it when setting the light down or shaking it.

I asked ZL about plans for any models with an XP-L or MT-G2. "No plans" at the moment

 

[Mr Floppy]

I asked ZL about plans for any models with an XP-L or MT-G2. "No plans" at the moment

Mt-g2 would be a different light altogether. New driver for a start. The xp-l though, in particular the high intensity de-domed ones, I'd hit it, even if it came in cool white

 

[markr6]

Mt-g2 would be a different light altogether. New driver for a start. The xp-l though, in particular the high intensity de-domed ones, I'd hit it, even if it came in cool white

Yes, that's why I was asking them. I suggested a short, fat 2x18650 to them.

 

[markr6]

I used to carry my SC62w in this holster, but the SC600 works. Very snug, but good enough at least to keep it from getting beat up in a bag with other items.

12cm Jetbeam holster.

 

[brightnorm]

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[brightnorm]

Selfbuilt,

Which are your preferred thrower/flip]-top lights?

Also, I posted this previously:

For those who wanted more of a "thrower", Zebralight could slightly lengthen the body back to the original 600 size which would accommodate a longer reflector. If that would noticeably increase throw, I would be willing to pay a premium for it, and I suspect some others might feel the same way.

Do you think that would improve throw noticeably?

Brightnorm

 

[thedoc007]

Selfbuilt,

Which are your preferred thrower/flip-top lights?

I bought my Zebralight because of your review.

Not going to claim I know selfbuilt's preference...but one I like is the Eagletac G25C2 Mk II.

As to improving throw on the SC600, I very much doubt that three millimeters would make a significant difference. And widening the reflector would do more than making it deeper, in any case. (It is important to match reflector width and depth, but the depth has a greater effect on spill than it does on the hotspot, in my experience. And the hotspot is what matters for throw.) If you want significantly more throw in a given size and output, the best way is to use an XP-L HI or de-dome (or a smaller LED, if you don't mind lower output). The dome increases output, but it has the effect of lowering surface brightness, which has a great impact on throw. I think ZL already has plans for that, though, so you might not need to do anything except wait for it to be released.

 

[brightnorm]

Excellent explanation.

BN

 

[selfbuilt]

Excellent explanation.

Yes, thedoc beat me to it. The earlier SC600 was never a great thrower, due to the reflector shape. Frankly, the physics are such that a small reflector like this is never going to be a great thrower (although it could be improved). Practically, dedoming the emitter would have the greatest effect (i.e., you either need a larger reflector or an effectively smaller emitting source).

And like thedoc, as you mention a flip-top light, I too go back to the Eagletac G25C2-II. I keep this one by the back door for all evening excursions with the dog.

 

[weinguter]

Hello!I bought (Ebay) the new flashlight SC600w II L2but i'm worried if the flash light is genuine. I noticed different shape on the place around the push button and the name of the model seems to be out of position.
Can enybody confirm my opinion?

 

[markr6]

Hello!I bought (Ebay) the new flashlight SC600w II L2but i'm worried if the flash light is genuine. I noticed different shape on the place around the push button and the name of the model seems to be out of position.
Can enybody confirm my opinion?

That is strange! I've seen very little variation with that recessed button area...never to this extent though. And this is apparently a new "II L2" model. Seems like a lot of work to go thru just to make a counterfeit; seems like it wouldn't be worth the time/profit. So I'm guessing it's genuine, just a fluke from ZL?