Fenix TK60 - 1000 lumens 3 or 4 D-cell

[kj2]

In Germany you can get it for 120 incl. free worldwide shipping.

which shop?

 

[Erzengel]

PM sent regarding German shop.

 

[MichaelW]

I thought it was going to 4 or 5 cells (with extender).
3 alkaline D-cells isn't going to run flat regulation of high mode for very long. and I wouldn't consider running turbo on alkaline, it is just not going to happen.

Maybe Fenix thinks NiMH D-cells are the next big thing.

 

[ScaryFatKidGT]

I thought it was going to 4 or 5 cells.
3 alkaline D-cells isn't going to run flat regulation of high mode for very long. and I wouldn't consider running turbo on alkaline, it is just not going to happen.

Maybe Fenix thinks NiMH D-cells are the next big thing.

It does use 4.

 

[regulator]

I guess the extension tube allows the NiMh 4 cells to give the needed voltage that 3 alkalines would. The capacity NiMh D cells is a huge plus for extended high output. This light would be a great search and rescue light.

 

[papageorgio]

battery junction has them on their site for $120...not sure if they are in stock or not, but they are listed

 

[bighest]

Anyone compare it to a LL x21?

 

[MichaelW]

NiMH hold their voltage much better than alkalines under load.
Turbo mode of 800 ANSI lumens should be a 10 watt draw from the batteries. 3 or 4 alkaline D-cells just won't do.
Heck High mode of 350 ANSI lumens should be a 3 watt draw.
I'd like to know if the driver can handle the 5-C cell + PVC mod? [it would be longer, but slightly lighter] A quality alkaline C-cell should be able to sustain 0.6 watt.

 

[kj2]

My local dealer says that it probably will come in the upcoming days of this month.
Price should be around €199,95

 

[samgab]

Brilliant LE / cop light. As previously mentioned in this thread, given the choice between a 4D Mag (even their LED offerings) and a Fenix TK60, it's a no-brainer IMO for a nightstick/flashlight for security or LE duties. I'm looking forward to seeing a selfbuilt review of this one!

 

[snovvman]

I am only able to use flashlights with 3 cells or fewer. I'm currently using a Maglite LED 3D.

Using the TK60 with 3 NiMH cells, at 3.6 volts, is it worth it? Will I get more light from 3 alkalines at 4.5 volts? I'm guessing that the 4.5 volts will give me brighter light for a shorter time while the 3 NiMH will give me longer and more consistent, albeit dimmer, light?

If TK60 on 3 NiMH would just be bad, any recommendations for a 2-3 D size XM-L class flashlights with control on the tube?

Thank you.

 

[Erzengel]

Concerning the use of 3 NiMH cells, You should wait for the first thorough reviews. 3.6V can be enough, depending on the driver efficiency.

 

[snovvman]

Concerning the use of 3 NiMH cells, You should wait for the first thorough reviews. 3.6V can be enough, depending on the driver efficiency.

Thank you. That is great advice. I will wait for the review.

 

[kj2]

The TK60 is out now here in the Netherlands. Will cost you €119,90 to get one