Cree AA C8?

evans1010 · Dec 25, 2007

I just ordered one of these from DealExtreme, I have looked all over this site and can't seem to find much info on them. Seems to be a god light, just not sure how it will hold up. Thanks in advance for the info.
Nick

http://www.dealextreme.com/feedbacks/BrowseReviews.dx/sku.6145

Gunner12 · Dec 25, 2007

It's not the best for the money, many have reported problems.

If you can, I would recommend canceling the order and changing it to another light.

What is your budget and what are you looking for?

bessiebenny · Dec 26, 2007

It sounds OK. Nothing special. It's about as bright as a single mode Ultrafire C3 apparently.

Any reason why you chose this light? Do you need the Low/Strobe/SOS modes etc?
We need to know what you want in a light or we can't really say it is what you are looking for.

If you want 2 modes, this is another light which sounds okay.
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1535
It has just two modes (probly resistor) and uses Q2 bin Cree LED.
Well, I'll add it to my review once I receive it. (Ordered 2 weeks ago)

FlashKat · Dec 26, 2007

I have 2 of these lights, and with a little work on them they are really good lights.

bessiebenny said:
It sounds OK. Nothing special. It's about as bright as a single mode Ultrafire C3 apparently.

Any reason why you chose this light? Do you need the Low/Strobe/SOS modes etc?
We need to know what you want in a light or we can't really say it is what you are looking for.

If you want 2 modes, this is another light which sounds okay.
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1535
It has just two modes (probly resistor) and uses Q2 bin Cree LED.
Well, I'll add it to my review once I receive it. (Ordered 2 weeks ago)

bessiebenny · Dec 26, 2007

You mean you have two of C8 or two of the B-6 that I mentioned?

FlashKat · Dec 26, 2007

I have 2 XJC-B6 from http://www.kaidomain.com/WEBUI/ProductDetail.aspx?TranID=3956
I had to tighten the tailcap spring assembly and grease the threads. These lights have been great. It really does have 2 hours runtime on high.

bessiebenny said:
You mean you have two of C8 or two of the B-6 that I mentioned?

Joshatdot · Dec 26, 2007

I recently got SKU 5346 .. Awesome little light! built like a tank, very bright & white color light. I looked for weeks for a nice 1xAA from DX, and I love this one.

FlashKat · Dec 26, 2007

The Saik RC-A3 are built solid, bright with a clean beam and 1 hour runtime, but the XJC-B6 is built almost the same with 2 hours runtime. The Saik does have a cleaner beam and is just a little brighter.
I have to admit I own 2 of each and I have no problems with either light. I just like the longer runtime of the XJC-B6 and the 2 stage low/high tailcap..

Joshatdot said:
I recently got SKU 5346 .. Awesome little light! built like a tank, very bright & white color light. I looked for weeks for a nice 1xAA from DX, and I love this one.

bessiebenny · Dec 26, 2007

Flashkat, does the XJC-B6 support 14500 by any chance? (via direct drive or something)

FlashKat · Dec 26, 2007

It does not state that it will run on 14500's, so I just run mine on regular AA batteries or Eneloops.

bessiebenny said:
Flashkat, does the XJC-B6 support 14500 by any chance? (via direct drive or something)

evans1010 · Dec 26, 2007

I basically just wanted an off duty light that I could put in my pocket. The C8 was one of just a few that had a belt clip. I like the strobe mode, but it is not completely necessary. I really like the AA operation, mainly because I have alot of rechargeable s laying around the house. Although the light does not work with these. My budget is around 30 bucks for now. Please pardon my ignorance on the topic, and thanks for the advice.
Nick

Gunner12 · Dec 26, 2007

I see, you like the clip on the light.

The C8 if working correctly seems to be a great light but I have read reports of bad switches and even some melting from bad assembly. If it doesn't work, ask for a replacement.

Would a hoister work too?

evans1010 · Dec 26, 2007

I really prefer the clip, I like to keep as much off my belt as possible. I have enough on there at work.
Thanks
Nick

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