TK30 is (really) coming

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monkeyboy said:
1) The UI - too many levels, just 2 levels is all that is necessary. 630lm and 100lm ("search mode"). 630lm for a powerful search light and 100lm for walking at night - 16 hours runtime is more than enough for most night excursions and you can always bring more batteries for long trips. If you need a light for reading you could always carry an Arc AAA or fenix e01 round your neck at the same time.
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Try reading the description of the UI, the light only has two modes at a time.
 
HKJ said:
Try reading the description of the UI, the light only has two modes at a time.
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I'm well aware of how the UI works, my point is that it should not have the "camping mode" and "hunting mode" which can be accidentally accessed by twisting the head back and forth.
 
monkeyboy said:
I'm well aware of how the UI works, my point is that it should not have the "camping mode" and "hunting mode" which can be accidentally accessed by twisting the head back and forth.
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You need to twist the head back and forth twice to change brightness group, and if you do change it by accident, then it is not that difficult to change it back again, only 4 more back and forth.

But I do not understand why you write that you want to buy it, when you want a completely different light (Another UI, another styling, another led)?
 
I have to agree with HKJ, the method of changing from one mode to another is sufficiently hidden to avoid accidently changing modes.

As for the scallops on the tailcap, they are not there for the light to tail stand. They are there to help prevent accidental activation of the light, this is a real concern in LE. Please remember that Fenix has to make a light that appeals to several different groups of people, not just one. I think they have done a great job and I can't wait for my light.

P.S. I just e-mailed 4Sevens, the new shipping date is 11/06/09. Looks like there are some delays.
 
I'm not really looking for a completely different light. The UI is the deal breaker for me. If there was a way of hardwiring it into "search mode", I'd buy one. I guess I'm pretty picky when it comes to UI's.

What I do like about the TK30 (and fenixes in general) is the efficient electronics. On lower modes, the efficiency of the electronics do not suffer. (After all, what's the point of having the most efficient LEDs running at low drive levels (130+lm/w) only to have the electronics sap up 70% of the power?)

This is the reason I would choose Fenix over other more expensive brands and also why I like my TK11 so much. But this does not mean that there is no room for improvement.
 
"I just e-mailed 4Sevens, the new shipping date is 11/06/09. Looks like there are some delays!

I am shocked! Shocked, I tell you!!
 
That's great news!
I'm looking forward to beamshots and reviews!

I wasn't having a go at anyone, and I apologise for the confusion.
I was more going along with what Buckley was saying, and was applying it to everything manufacturing, not just Fenix or flashlights 🙂

I am sorry that it came across so incorrectly.
 
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Well I have to say that the TK30 is really awesome. I will try to post some beamshots on Monday 🙂
 
It is smaller and lighter than I expected. Especially in 1x18650 configuration without battery extension tube.

In the 370lm mode it is as bright as some DX "900lm" lights...

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Just got the TK30 today. The 630lm on hunting mode is really powerful :wow:. I can almost blind myself if I look at the light that I point to wall really close. I bought this light instead of TK40 because I am thinking about using the light for mountain biking at night due to its size, weight & overall output. I don't have TK40 or same level output (500lm+) light to compare with, but I guess it's about the same brightness unless TK30 comes with later MC-E bin. I got a little confuse with UI when I first start using it because I kept twisting the middle extension tube accidentally, but it is fine once I got used to it. One thing I have to note is the diameter of inner tube is a bit small for one of my AW 18650 batteries, so I have to tear off the label sticker on that battery to make it slides in smoothly. Also make sure you use magnetic connector between flat head 18650 batteries to avoid connectivity problem. Other than that I think it is a very impressive light even with one 18650 battery (370lm).:twothumbs

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I got mine today and I'm very impressed... CRAZY bright and versatile! I put diffusing film on the TK30 and now it's a REALLY BIG wall of light. :naughty:
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I really want one but only if it outperforms my DBS MC-E. Any thoughts or suggestions?
 
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