AAA-P output

arty · Dec 6, 2006

My ARC-P seems to have as much output on Lithium AAAs as a Fenix E1. They both light up a dark room nicely. It is apparently brighter than on OLD model McKinley I just got...The McKinley does not put out as much throw as the E1 (85 lux vs >100 for the E1).

Do I have a super ARC-P???

Casual Flashlight User · Dec 6, 2006

The Arc-p was measured at about 8-9 lumens if I remember correctly.

According to FR the E1 puts out a bit more than the Arc-P

http://www.flashlightreviews.com/reviews/arc_aaa-p.htm

http://www.flashlightreviews.com/reviews/fenix_e1.htm

But turning them both on in a pitch black room it's hard to see the minimal difference in output between the two of them (IMO).

CFU

TonkinWarrior · Dec 6, 2006

The difference to take into account here is Runtime.

The Arc-P, on an Energizer lithium battery, will have approx. twice the E1's runtime. See the charts at FLR.com. and previous threads here on CPF.

All depends on whatcha value the most in a compact EDC light.

EngrPaul · Dec 8, 2006

When I compered runtimes of AAA-P to E1, both hit 5 hours on Lithium batteries.

However, on Alkaline batteries the AAA-P maintained 5 hours (at less output) while the E1 only runs about 2 hours (regulated output).

So if you don't mind a little less light, and want to use alkaline batteries, the AAA-P wins.

BladeDogg · Mar 5, 2007

Thank you for the information. This is proving to be what I am looking for in a aaa light. Thanks!

AAA-P output

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