*NEW* Fenix CL25R camping light,micro-usb rechargeable, max 350 lumens

[revscott]

I want to keep the CL25R in my truck, but I'm concerned that the summer heat will affect the 18650 battery. Should I be concerned?

 

[Anders]

Is it just mine or is everyone elses "onboard battery charger" only charges the battery to 4.1V as opposed to 4.2V? Mine arrived with the fenix battery reading 3.4V and after several charge/discharge cycles the built in charger consistently terminates at 4.12V. I just bought my second unit and god wiling it arrives promptly tomorrow

4.11 in my CL25R. http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?402336-*NEW*-Fenix-CL25R-camping-light-micro-usb-rechargeable-max-350-lumens&p=4828532&viewfull=1#post4828532

 

[18650]

Is it just mine or is everyone elses "onboard battery charger" only charges the battery to 4.1V as opposed to 4.2V? Mine arrived with the fenix battery reading 3.4V and after several charge/discharge cycles the built in charger consistently terminates at 4.12V. I just bought my second unit and god wiling it arrives promptly tomorrow

I wonder if that's why people have been reporting shorter than advertised runtimes.

 

[Illum]

Second unit came, terminates at 4.13V. That appears to be the norm.

I stopped using the internal charger for another reason, it takes considerable force to yank the charger cord out and I got a feeling its going to be short lived if I charge the batteries every week or so. I have ripped out USB sockets while they are still attached to the cord. Both of my CL25Rs now run higher capacity 3100mAH Eagletac protected cells.


Anyone want the stock 2300mAH 18650s? I have no use for them because none of my lights can run flat top cells.
Edit: PM replied, taken

 

[Sarratt]

I could certainly use some extra stock 2300 18650s . The only light I have that uses them is my CL25R so I can't justify paying full price for more cells.
How much are you asking for them ?
(too bad I am not in Central Florida)

 

[Illum]

Sorry Sarratt, someone already got them via PM earlier

 

[Sarratt]

I simply need to visit the forum more often.....:sigh: ...thanks anyway Illum

 

[Pen-golau]

So there

 

[Illum]

Here comes the counterfeits... :shakehead
ECBUY: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JS0IU5Y/?tag=cpf0b6-20
Ustellar: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I4O607A/?tag=cpf0b6-20
Suoao: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JUN6BGY/?tag=cpf0b6-20
GreenSmart: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IMWYOJ0/?tag=cpf0b6-20

these guys don't sleep do they...

Good news is: no charge indicator, crappy batteries, Opaque orange boot, and 6500K. It would be easy to spot a faker

 

[adirondackdestroyer]

Some of those knockoffs get pretty good reviews! I want a lantern but definitely don't want to drop $60 on one! The Usteller one has damn near 5 star rating, I think I might bite! lol

 

[mmjsport]

I didnt want to spend the money on a Fenix one to not like it so I'll be honest and bought a knock off. I've used it a few times now and so far it works awesome haha. I bought a second one and am thinking of getting a third! Best 15 bucks I've spent. It came with a battery and charger. No complaints here haha

 

[Tac Gunner]

I too have noticed the 4.15 cutoff but it doesn't bother me as I charge mine on either my D4 or Optus. I only use the internal charger in a pinch if I don't have my other charger and need to charge it. I had also heard reports of a whining noise in low mode but I as far as I can tell I don't hear it on mine. Love the light and am looking forward to getting the CL20 and CL30R as they are just handy as heck for work lights.

 

[Arizona_Mike]

Speaking of gas lanterns, they were about twice as bright with Thorium mantles then they are today. I did some research and found that the old legal exemption for Thorium mantles form the 1940s is still valid (unlike my never exempted Betalight :devil but no one wants to manufacture them in the US. Does anyone know where you can order them?

Mike

 

[Arizona_Mike]

I just ordered one on a slow boat from China (25+ business days) for $42.99 with free shipping. It'll feel like Christmas when it arrives.

Mike

 

[playwithme]

I like the magnetic function, but I want one can be 360° lighting

 

[Arizona_Mike]

My Fenix arrived last night. I really like it. I noticed the battery gets very hot on High, not even Turbo. Seems to be a consequence of the having the LEDs and drivers deliberately heat the battery for cold weather performance. I wonder if this is going to harm cell life.

Mike

 

[asqasu]

I use is as my night lighting lantern, very good soft light