Searching for a light on 1 CR123A

[bdeb50]

Hi peeps iv noticed there are ALOT of lights and i dont know what to choose!

Im looking on DX for lights that runs on a single CR123A (pocket size)

I got one already its the Ultrafire 602C Q5 5-Mode LED Flashlight (CR123A).

But im searching for another light... if its possible it has to be brighter than the 602C.

Some of the lamps i see on DX are:

GREE-Cree P4 CR123A Flashlight
3W Cree P4 CR123A Flashlight
C5C Cree P4 LED Flashlight (14500/CR123A/AA)
Romisen RC-X4 Cree P4 LED Flashlight (CR123A)
SterOps SKC-12X Navigator 1W Cree LED Flashlight Kit (CR123A)
MX Power 3W SSC P4 1xCR123A Flashlight

If you have experience with some of these or you think/know what the brightest light on a single CR123A is plz let me know!

Greetings

Bdeb50

P.s. Im just new so its hard for me to compare the lights

 

[maxa beam]

Those lights won't last you very long. I suggest a Novatac 120P/85P.

 

[sb_pete]

won't be much output difference with those, they all look like cree xre p4 / SSC p4 emitters. Those DX / KD bargain bin lights come and go so often, it's virtually impossible to keep track of them. Quality is also such that it is not really worth the effort for most. That said, they are great little bargains as long as you are aware of the issues (ie, poor heatsinking, poor machining, not great finishes when compared to name brand, generally shorter lifespan). I use such lights as loaner lights for employees. There is nothing really "wrong" with them, but if you hold one side by side to a Fenix, olight, nightcore, etc, you will see what I mean.

In any case, look for something with a Cree XRE Q5 or R2 emitter to find the brightest of what's currently available. Luxeon Rebel emitters have better color rendition but tend to overheat in the smaller, cheaper packages.

Hope that helps,
-Pete

 

[bdeb50]

won't be much output difference with those, they all look like cree xre p4 / SSC p4 emitters. Those DX / KD bargain bin lights come and go so often, it's virtually impossible to keep track of them. Quality is also such that it is not really worth the effort for most. That said, they are great little bargains as long as you are aware of the issues (ie, poor heatsinking, poor machining, not great finishes when compared to name brand, generally shorter lifespan). I use such lights as loaner lights for employees. There is nothing really "wrong" with them, but if you hold one side by side to a Fenix, olight, nightcore, etc, you will see what I mean.

In any case, look for something with a Cree XRE Q5 or R2 emitter to find the brightest of what's currently available. Luxeon Rebel emitters have better color rendition but tend to overheat in the smaller, cheaper packages.

Hope that helps,
-Pete

Ok ill takt a look on the Fenix, olight, nightcore too... i dont know how they are in size (iv seen a fenix one and they are not verry big) but its worth to consider them

Thx for your reply

 

[Fenris]

I know this wasn't on your list, but the Ultrafire 602d HAIII is built very well for only being a $20 light.

 

[roymail]

You deserve better than a cheap light... how about one of these:

Fenix P1/2D CE Q5

Surefire E1B

Olight T10

 

[bdeb50]

thx peeps im almost sure to get myself a fenix light...

 

[Stainz]

I love my SF 6P LEDs... but I EDC a P2D Q5 Premium in a belt sheath. The 'turbo' level is unreal - may just be near their claimed 180L - and warm toned. On normal, it starts at a good night time 'don't step on the cat' level. Seemingly great build quality. Mine came with the L1D 1xAA battery holder, switch (Spare!), cover, diffuser, sheath, etc as the seasonal '4 in 1' kit - $73 before CPF discount (Check Lighthound for stock.). Lots of spares - and a chance to checkout 1xAA cell levels, too.

Stainz

 

[yekim]

I have the second light in your list and other than hitting the lottery as far as a led goes, the light is a real stinker. I ganked the LED and stuck it in another light and used a lamer one in it, and then put a rubber bushing made from an extra tailcap button at the bottom of it to keep the battery from rattling when it was turned off..

I got it to use up 123's that were too weak to use in my 2x123 lights so it is fine for that but it is not worthy to carry in one's pocket IMO.

I hope you enjoy the Fenix. Good lights. Better yet is that there are numerous really wonderful dealers of them and your light will get to you in days rather than weeks+.

 

[ps56k]

I'm waiting for my Romisen N3 to arrive - 1xCR123 or 2xAA -
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=185431

Forgot how $$$ the CR123 batteries are....
Last time I purchased one was for my old Olympus 35mm camera & it lasted years.

 

[Outdoors Fanatic]

Hi peeps iv noticed there are ALOT of lights and i dont know what to choose!

Im looking on DX for lights that runs on a single CR123A (pocket size)

I got one already its the Ultrafire 602C Q5 5-Mode LED Flashlight (CR123A).

But im searching for another light... if its possible it has to be brighter than the 602C.

Some of the lamps i see on DX are:

GREE-Cree P4 CR123A Flashlight
3W Cree P4 CR123A Flashlight
C5C Cree P4 LED Flashlight (14500/CR123A/AA)
Romisen RC-X4 Cree P4 LED Flashlight (CR123A)
SterOps SKC-12X Navigator 1W Cree LED Flashlight Kit (CR123A)
MX Power 3W SSC P4 1xCR123A Flashlight

If you have experience with some of these or you think/know what the brightest light on a single CR123A is plz let me know!

Greetings

Bdeb50

P.s. Im just new so its hard for me to compare the lights

Ditch all that and go for the SureFire E1B, E1L or the L1. Or at least get something with good quality, like a Lumapower Incendio.

 

[fireboltr]

I would have to agree with the last post...
Ditch all those
Look at something you know is gonna last

I personally am in love with my edc'd surefire e1l dual output
For its size the output is great and the batterey life is amazing......