Just an update, Nitecore sent me a 2nd sample of the EA41-- I'm not sure what was wrong with the first one, but this one hits 900 lumens no problem. It's a bit above 900 at the start, then drops to 893 at 30 seconds. You can see the data in my review.
New Nitecore EA41
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Timothybil
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I've been experimenting some more to try and get used to the new UI. AFAICT the EA41 always remembers the last mode, even through the lockout sequence. I have been testing over the last several nights with setting it on one of the middle modes, turning it off, and then locking out the buttons. The longest I have tested has been 24 hrs, and it started up at the level I left it on as soon as I did the unlock sequence. I didn't find anything in the manual to say one way or the other, whereas the EA4 manual explicitly states the the mode is not memorized during the lockout sequence. Anyone else done any experimenting or noticed anything like this?
Hi
I recently purchased this light and I'm I'm very happy with it. I absolutely love the UI I think it's perfect and relatively easy to use, even for people using the light for the first time. The overall quality and the finish is great and you can tell that the manufacturer has gone to great lengths to make sure it's a quality item (ie meticulous application of silicon grease to the threads). The light does have a bright hot spot and throws further than expected with a great and usable spill. I love the flashing blue light and like the fact that now with the EA41 you choose to have that on instead of it being on by default and draining the batteries so Nitecore have put thought into this light but as mentioned before, I think the UI is spot on and the light is absolutely perfect in every aspect of it's design. (I especially love the lockout mode which prevents my 1-2 year old niece and nephew from blinding themselves when they get a hold of one of my lights).
One minor concern I had was the accuracy of the battery indicator. The other day the light wouldn't go into High or Turbo mode and the blue light kept flashing rapidly when the light was on indicating a low battery (which was resolved by changing the batteries) but the battery indicator was flashing 3 times when I turned the light off and pressed the mode button to ask for remaing power which according to the manual indicated > 50% power remaining
I'm not sure if others have noticed this but the strobe mode is not consistent either. It requires a keen eye but the flickering speed changes slightly (sometimes it lags) and randomly with occasional bursts of higher output lumen on some flicks. I'm not sure if the manufacturer knows this and designed it that way or if it's poor manufacturing but it is there and it'd be helpful if someone actually did propper measurements with a graph to show?
These are minor things that don't really affect normal use of the light but I can see how it might pose a dilemma for some...
Regards
Milo 😎
I recently purchased this light and I'm I'm very happy with it. I absolutely love the UI I think it's perfect and relatively easy to use, even for people using the light for the first time. The overall quality and the finish is great and you can tell that the manufacturer has gone to great lengths to make sure it's a quality item (ie meticulous application of silicon grease to the threads). The light does have a bright hot spot and throws further than expected with a great and usable spill. I love the flashing blue light and like the fact that now with the EA41 you choose to have that on instead of it being on by default and draining the batteries so Nitecore have put thought into this light but as mentioned before, I think the UI is spot on and the light is absolutely perfect in every aspect of it's design. (I especially love the lockout mode which prevents my 1-2 year old niece and nephew from blinding themselves when they get a hold of one of my lights).
One minor concern I had was the accuracy of the battery indicator. The other day the light wouldn't go into High or Turbo mode and the blue light kept flashing rapidly when the light was on indicating a low battery (which was resolved by changing the batteries) but the battery indicator was flashing 3 times when I turned the light off and pressed the mode button to ask for remaing power which according to the manual indicated > 50% power remaining
I'm not sure if others have noticed this but the strobe mode is not consistent either. It requires a keen eye but the flickering speed changes slightly (sometimes it lags) and randomly with occasional bursts of higher output lumen on some flicks. I'm not sure if the manufacturer knows this and designed it that way or if it's poor manufacturing but it is there and it'd be helpful if someone actually did propper measurements with a graph to show?
These are minor things that don't really affect normal use of the light but I can see how it might pose a dilemma for some...
Regards
Milo 😎
Hi
I recently purchased this light and I'm I'm very happy with it. I absolutely love the UI I think it's perfect and relatively easy to use, even for people using the light for the first time. The overall quality and the finish is great and you can tell that the manufacturer has gone to great lengths to make sure it's a quality item (ie meticulous application of silicon grease to the threads). The light does have a bright hot spot and throws further than expected with a great and usable spill. I love the flashing blue light and like the fact that now with the EA41 you choose to have that on instead of it being on by default and draining the batteries so Nitecore have put thought into this light but as mentioned before, I think the UI is spot on and the light is absolutely perfect in every aspect of it's design. (I especially love the lockout mode which prevents my 1-2 year old niece and nephew from blinding themselves when they get a hold of one of my lights).
One minor concern I had was the accuracy of the battery indicator. The other day the light wouldn't go into High or Turbo mode and the blue light kept flashing rapidly when the light was on indicating a low battery (which was resolved by changing the batteries) but the battery indicator was flashing 3 times when I turned the light off and pressed the mode button to ask for remaing power which according to the manual indicated > 50% power remaining
I'm not sure if others have noticed this but the strobe mode is not consistent either. It requires a keen eye but the flickering speed changes slightly (sometimes it lags) and randomly with occasional bursts of higher output lumen on some flicks. I'm not sure if the manufacturer knows this and designed it that way or if it's poor manufacturing but it is there and it'd be helpful if someone actually did propper measurements with a graph to show?
These are minor things that don't really affect normal use of the light but I can see how it might pose a dilemma for some...
Regards
Milo 😎
Hey Milo, not sure about your voltage indicator function (keep an eye on that if it keeps acting up), but the variable speed strobe is supposed to happen. The idea is that a potential assailant may get used to a steady strobe quickly, but the variable speed strobe will keep them disoriented for a longer period of time.
GordoJones88
Flashlight Enthusiast
Hey Milo, only your 2nd post in 3 1/2 years.
You'll be able to make another post again in February 2018!
Kingfisher
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Couldn't wait:
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Kingfisher
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Just realized that it comes without the 'rattle' which some of you had an issue with. Looks like Nitecore takes notice of stuff around here.
Really happy with the new switch.
Really happy with the new switch.
Oh ok fair enough thanks for clearing that up bigmac. Though I didn't see that advertised anywhere. There seems to be no pattern to the variation it's just random bursts of flickering at different speeds and at times higher lumen flickering some single flicks, looks a bit messy...
And just to add to the comment re the voltage indicator, I have done further tests and it seems like it does work properly but the only thing is with the single flash you really have to deplete the batteries to get that single flash. If the batteries are almost out and you turn the light off and check for remaining power it'll flash once, but if you leave the light off for about 5 mins or so it'll flash twice again meaning it's less than 50% but not almost depleted. Correct me if I'm wrong but I assume this is because the voltage of the batteries are low after being under heavy load for extended periods of time and then when you turn them off the voltage does go up a bit, hence the flashlight detecting a "false" voltage which drops immediately again after starting to use the light?
Verndog
Enlightened
Exactly! I own (2) EA 4's and use 300 lumen mode MOST of the time. Losing the true Medium mode is sad and a deal breaker IMO.
Yes, they call that effect "voltage sag". It will be most prominent when using high currents (high output modes). I don't know if anyone has ever done extensive measurements of the magnitude of the effect, but with modern high power lights the sag can be very significant.
donmichaelo
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Sumarizing...is it worth to upgrade from the EA4 to the EA41????
thanks
DonMich
thanks
DonMich
Timothybil
Flashlight Enthusiast
Its a toss-up and really depends on personal preferences. On one hand, you lose the single two-stage switch, a 300 lumen power level, and the exact voltage read-out. On the other hand, you gain the one lumen lower low, a more even range of light levels, the ability to go to instant lower low or turbo from off, a switchable location beacon, and a little more output on turbo. I never realized how nice a one lumen light could be until I started using it. It more than provides enough light to find your way at night without blasting your or anyone else's eyes. I like the new switch, but miss the exact voltage readout. I like the no location blue beacon until I want it. I think the choice would be a lot easier for a lot of folks if there was an EA41W available, as well.
markr6
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I want the EA41w BAD! I would sell my EA4 and EA4w in a heartbeat.
SCEMan
Flashlight Enthusiast
Depends on your needs. I use my EA4W as a walking light, and moonlight mode is not desired as I like to start at the 60 lumen low. I also prefer the single switch UI and voltage readout. Also, the loss of instant access to Turbo from any mode (and back again) is a deal breaker for me as I use this frequently when navigating between close foliage cover and open areas or need a quick object ID at distance.
But that's my requirements - you may find this a worthwhile change from the EA4.
donmichaelo
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Mmmm..thanks folks!!.... I think Iwill keep my EA4, pass the 41, wait for the "81".. 😛
DonMich
DonMich
ven
Flashaholic
How bad Mark? would it be worth vinh getting one for you and putting the exact tint in for you,also beef up the internals where nitecore seem to fall a little short,be an awesome light!!! only a thought......................just like spending your money really😗:nana:
SCEMan
Flashlight Enthusiast
My EA41W arrived today, it is terrible, I am pleased 🙂
I had a EA4 and I must say that the difference is real 😉
More light (a little) but better functionality with a single button.
Beautiful color and great color rendering (tested indoors only for now).
Sorry for my poor English, I'm French... 😳
I had a EA4 and I must say that the difference is real 😉
More light (a little) but better functionality with a single button.
Beautiful color and great color rendering (tested indoors only for now).
Sorry for my poor English, I'm French... 😳
turkeylord
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Re: Nitecore EA41
I took a look inside mine today. I was able to spin the bezel off with my palm, the lens dropped out with a little shaking, and the reflector was held in by an o-ring.
Looks like it would be easy enough to pop the LED board off the heatsink and swap it. Maybe de-dome in situ?
I took a look inside mine today. I was able to spin the bezel off with my palm, the lens dropped out with a little shaking, and the reflector was held in by an o-ring.
Looks like it would be easy enough to pop the LED board off the heatsink and swap it. Maybe de-dome in situ?
