NEW FENIX MC10

[John_Galt]

I wonder why Fenix would go tot the trouble of having the same light with two different emitters? Seems like a waste, unless one is more efficient than the other...

What is the efficiency of the Osram Golden Dragon? Is it any higher than that of the XP-E, or are they just trying to get different beam shapes?

 

[strinq]

The type of battery you use also seems to affect the balance of the light. I tried using a lithium L91 in the MC10 for awhile, but it kept tipping over when the head was angled down. Switching to a heavier alkaline appeared to make a small, but noticeable, improvement in its stability. It's still a bit precarious, but it's not falling over on me as often.

Hmmm, doesn't seem right. With this issue (some stable, some not) and the different emitters used, Fenix doesn't seem to make sure their QC is solid.

 

[xenonk]

I didn't come up with the name Anglelight, but I did win one of the participation prizes in the naming contest: A black MC10.

With all the slowdown HK Post had before the holidays, I had forgotten about it until I finally got it on xmas eve and have been fiddling with it since.

I doubt this is representative of all, but on high mode this particular sample has a noticeable flicker as well as the loudest audible inductor whine I have ever heard. Even with my ears damaged by loud rock I can still hear it at an arm's length away. It's making it a little challenging to do any testing that involves clipping it near my head. Thankfully the lower modes don't exhibit either effect.

This one has a Cree XP-E emitter and a button on the head. It's a tact switch with less than a millimeter of travel and little tactile feedback compared to a clicky. It seems very easy to press and not stiff at all. The switch doesn't remain physically closed after being pressed and doesn't behave at all like a circuit disconnect, so it's just a signal switch for an always-on circuit. Testing with a multimeter revealed that it draws ~30 microamps while "off", so you're looking at nearly 67,000 hours (over 7 years) to deplete an eneloop.

The body is aluminum covered in a layer of plastic, except for the reflector housing and tailcap. The difference between the plastic covering and milled aluminum of exposed parts is very noticeable.

It's pretty throwy, and while the diffuser lens doesn't really eliminate the hotspot it does dull it significantly while letting a lot of light through and brightening the spill. The head on it gives it a high center of gravity, so it tips easily when tailstanding even with a battery in it. It's not hard to find something to clip it to or hang it on though, which is how I would suggest it be placed for hands-free operation. The tilting head gives it a great range of aim. Also no worries about it rolling if you place it on its side, obviously.

 

[LUPARA]

Thought I'd comment now that some time has passed.

This little lite looks like a toy 'sentry', an 'askari'. I'm amazed that Fenix couldn't muster the 'artists' in their midst an' come up with a light that hasn't been prone to taking ugly pills. Still, it's kinda cute and would have looked better with a pair of boots on the bottom that would make it tailstand even more solidly, while at the same time making it look like an 'askari'.

Too expensive; and judging from the threads; QC may be slightly off. Time for someone to stop playing us for idiots; bring the price down, make a better light and choose a decent name. Good job on finding a niche though.

 

[Mr Floppy]

I doubt this is representative of all, but on high mode this particular sample has a noticeable flicker as well as the loudest audible inductor whine I have ever heard. Even with my ears damaged by loud rock I can still hear it at an arm's length away. It's making it a little challenging to do any testing that involves clipping it near my head. Thankfully the lower modes don't exhibit either effect.

This one has a Cree XP-E emitter and a button on the head. It's a tact switch with less than a millimeter of travel and little tactile feedback compared to a clicky. It seems very easy to press and not stiff at all. The switch doesn't remain physically closed after being pressed and doesn't behave at all like a circuit disconnect, so it's just a signal switch for an always-on circuit. Testing with a multimeter revealed that it draws ~30 microamps while "off", so you're looking at nearly 67,000 hours (over 7 years) to deplete an eneloop.

I cant hear anything in the osram versions. Just played with a black version of the light with an osram. Compared to my blue one, this one tail stands a lot better. The button is also a lot easier to click too. Infact, it doesnt feel like the blue one at all and both torches were ordered together.

Wish I didnt give away the black one but the person who received it, loves it. Best thing she liked about it? It clips to her hand bag so she can rummage through her bag with two hands.

 

[JKL]

I wish to make a special thank to Fenix for the "MC10 Name My Light Campaign".

Some pictures from my italian review of the MC10
kindly offered by Fenix . 😎

JKL/Klm12
Cpfitalia :thumbsup:

 

[ernsanada]

My Fenix MC10

My MC10's using an Osram.

The hard to push switch.

Fits the HP20 headband.

 

[Ryanrpm]

Nice little light, and thanks for all the photos guys!!

Reminds me of a smaller version of the Streamlight Survivor.

Any chance on getting some outdoor beamshots?

 

[ernsanada]

Fenix MC10 Anglelight @ 96"

Fenix MC10 Anglelight @ 96" Diffuser attached

Fenix MC10 Anglelight @ 16"

Fenix MC10 Anglelight @ 16" Diffuser attached

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The light you see towards the top of the pics taken @ 96" is light leaking into my room from the outside from my mini blinds. It's not coming from the Fenix MC10 Anglelight.


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Fenix MC10 Anglelight @ 32' (high)

Fenix MC10 Anglelight @ 32' (medium)

 

[njet212]

FENIX MC10 OLIVE DRAB COLOR - DIY mod

I really don't like the Blue Color from my MC-10. I'm big fan of army color, so i made my own Fenix MC 10 Olive Drab. What i done is paint it with Olive Drab Non Reflective color. As you can see on the picture below, the stock color is kind of reflective color while the olive drab is not.


BEFORE - Fenix MC-10 Stock Color

AFTER - Fenix MC-10 Olive Drab Color

 

[Burgess]

To njet212 --

Wow !

What a Beautiful Job ! ! !


Love the Matte Finish, also.


:goodjob::kewlpics::thanks:
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[njet212]

@Burgess:

Thanks for the heads up !🙂

 

[stockae92]

my MC10 is coming in! can't wait 🙂

 

[JKL]

The MC10 OD mod is very nice 😎

 

[strinq]

njet212:

Nice one.
May i know what paint did u use? I'm a noob in painting stuff lol.

 

[LUPARA]

Very nice work JKL. Fenix should employ you help them sell their lights. The 'Olive' light is definitely a candidate for the name:
MC10 Askari and I like the non-reflective finish, gives it a certain 'class'. Shiny plastic always gives the impression of 'cheap' toys with an emphasis on 'nothing special' kind of thing. Another "no brainer" for Fenix to contemplate NOT doing in the future. To recap:

1) No stupid names
2) No cheap looking finishes
3) No 'wooden clothes-peg" looking flashlights.

I'm being mean; but hey, I own a TK11R2 !!

 

[JKL]

Very nice work JKL. Fenix should employ you help them sell their lights.

Thank you Lupara. 😎

 

[Kilovolt]

An excellent job JKL, you are a real pro. :twothumbs

 

[JKL]

Thank you very much Kilovolt, very kind from you. :thumbsup:

The MC10 Black.

 

[exe166]

Yesterday I got my Fenix MC10. Awesome flashlight! Looks even better in real life than in images.
I don`t like plastic parts in flashlights, but this seems high quality plastic grip and looks very good. Pocket clip is very strong.
Most useful flashlight for work I`ve had 😉 (Of course not only for work) It`s very bright on max, but I think I`ll use it more on low or medium for better run time. (Medium definitely is enough for work with good run time)
Maybe not best switch ever, but I think is decent for this flashlight.


I guess my MC10 have Cree XP-E led (Not OSRAM).

Few pics of my flashlight:

Few other pics links:
http://mm.id.lv/fenix/MC_10/MC10_1.jpg
http://mm.id.lv/fenix/MC_10/MC10_3.jpg
http://mm.id.lv/fenix/MC_10/batttub.jpg
http://mm.id.lv/fenix/MC_10/MC10_mm.jpg
http://mm.id.lv/fenix/MC_10/emitter_done2.jpg