Dietary needs of Fenix torches

Screwball

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Hi
From what I understand it's best to feed your Fenix on Ni-MH rechargeables I intend getting the L2T-v2.0 for work in an emergency can I run it on standard quality alkalines if thats possible what effects will it have
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You can run it on alkalines, but you should probably stick to the low power mode(s) with those. Alkies don't like delivering a lot of current, which they'll have to do at full power.
In contrast, NiMH can deliver much more current.
 

Bushman5

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uhhhhhh which FENIX lights we talking about? the P1d/2D/3D all take CR123 Lithiums......
 

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uhhhhhh which FENIX lights we talking about? the P1d/2D/3D all take CR123 Lithiums......

The OP mentions a L2T-v2.0, which is a 2xAA. I have a L2D which I like, but I'll probably get a L2T-v2.0 for the simplicity of only two modes and the momentary switch.
 

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Eneloops or other hybrids (Ray-o-vac) are your best choice, as already suggested.

If you must use alkalines, I would suggest you buy an L2D instead of the L2T v2.0. Using alkalines, the L2T v2.0 will only give you one well-regulated power level (low). The L2D offers 3 well-regulated levels with alkalines (low, med, high). You can use all modes with both lights, but alkalines will die a quick death when used with the L2T high mode or the L2D turbo mode. This is why I prefer the L2D for an emergency or survival type light.
 
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jeep44

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I run plain ol' alkalines in my L2T V2.0, and I only use the high level. They do go fast, but since it is a work light, I just go get a couple more from the battery drawer.
 
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