How is the Fenix l2t?

[rydude07]

Hey guys! Sorry for all the questions in advance.

I am looking at flashlights and saw the fenix l2t. It is only about $35 and seems like a good flashlight. How is it compared to the ld20? I know the ld20 has more modes, is it really worth the extra about $20 for the ld20? Seems like all the youtube reviews are about the ld20 or l2d and not the l2t...any reason why?

Is the fenix l2t discontinued? All the threads about it date back to 2007. Is there any better 2 stage light for about the same price?

What are your thoughts on the light? I held off on the E20 since it only has one mode, and it seems that the l2t on high mode has more lumens than the e20.

Also, is it bad to run the ld20 on turbo mode for a while? I heard that it overheats if run for longer than 10 mins? Would it be bad to run the l2t on high for a long time? Is turbo mode the only mode that I have to watch out for that may overheat generally?

Thanks guys!

 

[Gunner12]

Is it the L2T V2.0 or the older Luxeon model? The V2.0 version is brighter then the older one.

As for Turbo mode, it's only bad if the light is left to run in a well insulated area, since the heat take a long time to dissipate in those situations. If you are using the light in your hand, the light will be fine since you hand will take away the excess heat.

 

[rydude07]

It's the version 2 since High is like 150 lumens right? Is that how I can tell it's version 2.

 

[Ronin28]

I have both the L2T V2.0 and the E20. Both are great lights. The E20 is rated at 109 Lumens and yes, the L2T V2.0 at 150 Lumens, although when compared side to side, I can tell you the L2T in no way is 41 Lumens brighter.

The difference between the L2T V2.0 and the LD20: L2T has no pocket clip, minimal knurling, is less bright (probably by about 30-45 or so Lumens if I remember correctly - visually, not rated by manufacturer), and of course only 2 modes compared to the 6 the LD20 has - Low, Mid, High, Turbo, SOS, Strobe.

If you want a real simple light, the E20 or the L2T is the way to go. I use the E20 for walking the dogs at night and it brightens things up real nice.

Hope this helps!

Oh, and with regards to whether the L2T is the 2nd version or not...it'll say L2T V2.0 on the light itself.

 

[rydude07]

So for the ld20 or the l2t...I don't have to worry about running the light on high or turbo in your hand even though the manual says you shouldn't?

Is 35 a great price for the l2t? Seems much cheaper than the ld20. And it seems that the last post about the lt20 is like a couple yrs ago. Why? Is it discontinued?

And version 1 doesn't have 150 lumens? Is that how I can tell the difference without looking at the light itself?

 

[LEDninja]

I got a L1T v2.0 instead of L1D or LD10 and do not regret it. Loosen bezel for indoors, tighten bezel for outdoors. Click on, click off, 1/2 press for momentary. Nice and simple.

All the regular Fenix dealers are still selling it for 45.00 and up. Looks like your source is clearing its stock.
Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
Sigh.

 

[Ronin28]

So for the ld20 or the l2t...I don't have to worry about running the light on high or turbo in your hand even though the manual says you shouldn't?

Is 35 a great price for the l2t? Seems much cheaper than the ld20. And it seems that the last post about the lt20 is like a couple yrs ago. Why? Is it discontinued?

And version 1 doesn't have 150 lumens? Is that how I can tell the difference without looking at the light itself?

With regards to running in High or Turbo mode, it should be fine for short bursts, but from what I've read on here about the different battery chemistries, I would advise against running High/Turbo with Alkalines. Might want to invest in NiMH rechargeables like Sanyo Eneloops. The battery experts on here would be able to tell you better than I can of course, but that again is what I would suggest.

As for the price for the L2T V2.0, $35 sounds about right.

And with regards to the different versions... http://www.4sevens.com/product_info.php?cPath=22&products_id=335

 

[rydude07]

With regards to running in High or Turbo mode, it should be fine for short bursts, but from what I've read on here about the different battery chemistries, I would advise against running High/Turbo with Alkalines. Might want to invest in NiMH rechargeables like Sanyo Eneloops. The battery experts on here would be able to tell you better than I can of course, but that again is what I would suggest.

As for the price for the L2T V2.0, $35 sounds about right.

And with regards to the different versions... http://www.4sevens.com/product_info.php?cPath=22&products_id=335

So 35 isn't really cheap?
I have some nimh. But I don't think its like 2500 but like 1700 nimh. So I shouldn't run on hgih even tho it says it can run on high for alike 3 hrs

 

[Ronin28]

It's not whether the flashlight can handle it but whether the batteries can. I'd advise getting NiMH batts. that are 2500mAh. Again from what I've read so far on this forum and at the Battery University, they will take the severe energy chug better than batteries with lower mAh, etc. Hopefully someone with better Battery Knowledge will pipe in here and correct me if I am wrong.

 

[camelNotation]

As for batteries, I use Eneloops (2000 mAh). They may not be the highest capacity cells, but they have low self discharge, so I don't have to remember to charge them regularly. Also, they can take high current.

By what I've heard, the L2T is a great light for $35. But you may also want to consider the Eagletac P100A2. Same two-mode setup as the L2T, but with a brighter Q5 (or R2) bin emitter and a reflector that's designed to throw. I got I found mine here for about the same price as the L2T:

http://www.illuminationgear.com/23450.html

Pros: bright, good throw, simple operation, good value, option to get it in neutral white, option of tailstanding tailcap.

Cons : you have to pay extra for a holster and lanyard, the lanyard ring attachment is flaky, the emitter is sometimes off-center.

 

[Gunner12]

$35 is a good price for the L2T V2.0. Heat will not be a problem if you are holding the light when you use it on high/turbo.

Alkaline batteries dislike high current draw so they sag in voltage and capacity, which lower output and runtime compared to a rechargeable battery. The light will be just fine, but the alkaline battery won't like it. Rechargeable batteries don't have the voltage and capacity sag until they hit much higher currents (more then the light will need).

The Eagletac is also a good alternative to the L2T.

 

[rydude07]

Thanks for the link. I think if I were to get one at hat price I might as well go all the way and get the ld20

 

[carrot]

The L2T is an older, discontinued model. It was superceded by the brighter L2D-CE, which has been replaced by the LD20. It is still a good light, but not exactly as bright as the new models, thanks to advances in LED technology.

 

[rydude07]

But the l2d is the only one with only 2 modes right? because the ld20 has like 6 modes or something like that?

Whats the best 2 mode flashlight that is around $35 like the l2t?

 

[Hack On Wheels]

But the l2d is the only one with only 2 modes right? because the ld20 has like 6 modes or something like that?

Whats the best 2 mode flashlight that is around $35 like the l2t?

I enjoy both the Eagletac P100A2 and the Fenix L2T. It depends if you want throw or a more "general-use" beam, and if you like a thicker light with more grip, or something light and slim.

Based on the age of the L2T (v2), the typical 45+ selling price seems a bit high, but $35 is a good price.

 

[shark_za]

I don't think it was superseded by anything as it was parallel "tactical" product alongside the L2D.

I have a pseudo-L2Tv2 as I have the leatherman LGX200 and a L2D body.
I would use it a lot more if it was not for the horrible whine mine makes on 2xAA voltages. I'm sure this is very variable and wont affect others.
Its dead silent in 1AA form at just under 100 lumens, up at 150lumens its quite loud.

I really like it though, wish mine was quieter.
I use the 1xAA version almost daily as my EDC.

The beam seems more floody than the LD20 (again mine is a made up LD10 with L2D tube), there is a difference in brightness and throw but for most this is perfect.

If I could get another one at that price I would JUMP at the opportunity.

 

[rydude07]

I don't think it was superseded by anything as it was parallel "tactical" product alongside the L2D.

I have a pseudo-L2Tv2 as I have the leatherman LGX200 and a L2D body.
I would use it a lot more if it was not for the horrible whine mine makes on 2xAA voltages. I'm sure this is very variable and wont affect others.
Its dead silent in 1AA form at just under 100 lumens, up at 150lumens its quite loud.

I really like it though, wish mine was quieter.
I use the 1xAA version almost daily as my EDC.

The beam seems more floody than the LD20 (again mine is a made up LD10 with L2D tube), there is a difference in brightness and throw but for most this is perfect.

If I could get another one at that price I would JUMP at the opportunity.

you mean about the l2t?

Why doesn't fenix have a successor to the l2t with 2 modes? LOL

 

[Hack On Wheels]

you mean about the l2t?

Why doesn't fenix have a successor to the l2t with 2 modes? LOL

Their closest, in some sense, would be the TK20. 2AA light, 2 modes, but with neutral tint, and a bigger/bulkier body. The rest of their "tactical" lights are based on CR123 and 18650 (Li-ion) batteries and are also "burlier" lights.

The modes of the L2D/LD20 can be nice, but I generally prefer the simplicity of the L2T's user interface. Having the "momentary on" of a forward clicky switch is great too.

 

[Locoboy5150]

So for the ld20 or the l2t...I don't have to worry about running the light on high or turbo in your hand even though the manual says you shouldn't?

I don't recall my LD20's manual saying anything about a time limit when in turbo mode, but it has been several months since I last read it. I've used mine in turbo mode for a little more than an hour without any problems. Note that I never ever use alkaline batteries in any of my lights, including my LD20, so I don't know if they will operate under such a load for that length of time without leaking. I use Sanyo Eneloop and Duraloop AAs exclusively.

 

[carrot]

you mean about the l2t?

Why doesn't fenix have a successor to the l2t with 2 modes? LOL

Fenix doesn't, but 4sevens does, with their reprogrammable Tactical models.