*2016* ZebraLight SC63 and variants like the SC63w

[snowlover91]

It looks like they do plan some high CRI options! :thumbsup:
"SC63Fc and SC63Fd are planned, but won't be announced until we have enough production capacity ('c' and 'd' models are very time consuming production wise because we are 'cherry-picking' the LEDs).

XHP35 based SC63c and SC63d are planned, but won't be announced until we can source the LEDs in production quantity. We'll decide if we want to continue cherry-picking the tint or not by that time."

 

[jak]

I suspect they will keep the SC62's design because from what I read here, it's one of it's strongest selling points.

This. I also think the SC63 will be a slightly shorter SC62, with a new tailcap. Perhaps some other minuscule, yet beneficial enhancements as well (# of fins, more rounded edges, etc). The bezel diameter and beam profile of the 63 are identical to the 62. Seems like a safe bet.

Anyway, I too am one of the suckers that has pre-ordered before even seeing the thing. But in my opinion, most Zebralights are ugly -it's its usefulness that matters to me.

Has anyone ever speculated about a SC63w HI yet?

 

[snowlover91]

This. I also think the SC63 will be a slightly shorter SC62, with a new tailcap. Perhaps some other minuscule, yet beneficial enhancements as well (# of fins, more rounded edges, etc). The bezel diameter and beam profile of the 63 are identical to the 62. Seems like a safe bet.

Anyway, I too am one of the suckers that has pre-ordered before even seeing the thing. But in my opinion, most Zebralights are ugly -it's its usefulness that matters to me.

Has anyone ever speculated about a SC63w HI yet?

See my post above about the models they plan to release. It seems from a previous response I had and someone else here too that they don't plan an HI model but they do plan to possibly do some 90+ CRI variants... I really hope so.

 

[wrdogg22]

Unprotected flat top cells are required for this light similar to the MK3, probably the ones on the ZL website (red wrapped ones) would be best. That's the ones I have and use, good capacity and high drain capability too.

Thanks for the info snowlover91. Happy New Year.

 

[ateupwithgolf]

Does anyone know for sure if they are including batteries in the US shipments for the SC63w preorders? I don't have any unprotected cells yet. Thanks.

 

[jak]

Does anyone know for sure if they are including batteries in the US shipments for the SC63w preorders? I don't have any unprotected cells yet. Thanks.

Product descriptions states, "Battery: One 18650 size (i.e. 65mm long) 3.6-4.35V li-ion rechargeable. Batteries are not included in the package."

Doesn't seem safe to assume they would include a battery. Luckily they're only 8 bucks.

 

[ateupwithgolf]

Product descriptions states, "Battery: One 18650 size (i.e. 65mm long) 3.6-4.35V li-ion rechargeable. Batteries are not included in the package."

Doesn't seem safe to assume they would include a battery. Luckily they're only 8 bucks.

IIRC, the SC600MKIII said the same but US orders where getting batteries? I could be wrong.

 

[Tixx]

This. I also think the SC63 will be a slightly shorter SC62, with a new tailcap. Perhaps some other minuscule, yet beneficial enhancements as well (# of fins, more rounded edges, etc). The bezel diameter and beam profile of the 63 are identical to the 62. Seems like a safe bet.

Anyway, I too am one of the suckers that has pre-ordered before even seeing the thing. But in my opinion, most Zebralights are ugly -it's its usefulness that matters to me.

Has anyone ever speculated about a SC63w HI yet?

Yeah, 4 mm shorter, 2 grams lighter, 100 lumens brighter and same diameter.

 

[Fireclaw18]

I really hope the SC63 has actual knurling on it. Would make it so much more useful for EDC carry. Ideally, I'm hoping for something that looks like the SC5. bit preferably with thinner sidewalls in the battery tube.

 

[Vol]

I really hope the SC63 has actual knurling on it. Would make it so much more useful for EDC carry. Ideally, I'm hoping for something that looks like the SC5. bit preferably with thinner sidewalls in the battery tube.

Not me I love the ridged design.

 

[18650]

It looks like they do plan some high CRI options! :thumbsup: "SC63Fc and SC63Fd are planned, but won't be announced until we have enough production capacity ('c' and 'd' models are very time consuming production wise because we are 'cherry-picking' the LEDs). XHP35 based SC63c and SC63d are planned, but won't be announced until we can source the LEDs in production quantity. We'll decide if we want to continue cherry-picking the tint or not by that time."

Datasheet says 90 CRI XHP35 is available in 5000K and 5700K. I'm guessing they'd go for the first but I'd be interested in seeing what the second looks like.

 

[recDNA]

I love the idea of the HI CRI variant but will not go with flat top unprotected batteries so Zebralight and I have come to a parting of the ways.

 

[cmd]

Does anyone know for sure if they are including batteries in the US shipments for the SC63w preorders? I don't have any unprotected cells yet. Thanks.

Just pre-ordered a SC63W XHP35 and it does say that it includes a battery for US shipments. Delivery date is stated as January 31.

 

[KeepingItLight]

The ZebraLight SC63Fd sounds enticing. If it can get a minimum of around 900 lumens on its highest mode, that would be good enough for me. The idea of 90 CRI, 5000K, and 900 lumens in the SC63 format is sweet!

Unfortunately, I cannot afford to buy all the variants of the new ZebraLights, so I will have to chose carefully.

 

[uofaengr]

The ZebraLight SC63Fd sounds enticing. If it can get a minimum of around 900 lumens on its highest mode, that would be good enough for me. The idea of 90 CRI, 5000K, and 900 lumens in the SC63 format is sweet!

Unfortunately, I cannot afford to buy all the variants of the new ZebraLights, so I will have to chose carefully.

Yep, this would give me a reason to pick up a 63. As of now though, I haven't really read a good reason why I should. The 62w is a near perfect light for me.

 

[ateupwithgolf]

IIRC, the SC600MKIII said the same but US orders where getting batteries? I could be wrong.

emailed ZL, no batteries included with SC63. They included some with SC600 b/c they weren't available on their site at the time.

 

[TCY]

Well I used my sc63 budget and got myself a Noctigon Meteor M43 with Nichia 219Bs in it. I don't regret it though, awesome little coke can!

 

[TCY]

The ZebraLight SC63Fd sounds enticing. If it can get a minimum of around 900 lumens on its highest mode, that would be good enough for me. The idea of 90 CRI, 5000K, and 900 lumens in the SC63 format is sweet!

Unfortunately, I cannot afford to buy all the variants of the new ZebraLights, so I will have to chose carefully.

That would be hard to resist. Perfect successor to the SC62W.

 

[twistedraven]

I hope they're using the 90cri 5000k XHP35 emitter that's cherry-picked. That would be very nice!

 

[Fireclaw18]

I hope they're using the 90cri 5000k XHP35 emitter that's cherry-picked. That would be very nice!

Me too.

I wonder when they will post pictures of the SC63.