Streamlight TL2 and TL3 differences???

bigmikey · Mar 8, 2004

I was just curious to find out what the differences between the 2 are besides one uses another battery. Are they both the same brightness? also how much shorter is the TL2 over the TL3?, thanks in advance.. I forgot to ask, what are the runtimes on each one using the LEDS, and also Using the Zenon bulb?.

hacky · Mar 8, 2004

The TL-3 is brighter. You can see a nice review on Quickbeam's site.

Also, there are specs in the Reviews section in the forum.

bigmikey · Mar 8, 2004

I read somewhere that the TL3 uses double AA batteries. Am I wrong /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif, what about the TL2 does it come in double AAs or just the 123 style?, if they dont use regular AA's, what would be the closest competitor for quality and brightness?..

hacky · Mar 8, 2004

If you mean the Tactical Light series by "TL", then they're all using CR123 batteries. The TL-2 uses two, and the TL-3 uses three 123 batteries.

You might want to check out PT Surge, as it uses AAs, and it's bright!

I'm sure others will suggest a few more lights to consider! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

bigmikey · Mar 8, 2004

I am just looking for the brightest 2AA light out there, something to fit in my Maxpedition M2 pack on my belt. It will be used alot for working on my truck. I have read that the TL3 puts out about 60 lumens. Is there something close to that that will use 2 AA batteries instead of the 123's?

StuU · Mar 8, 2004

For mechanic work, I would recommend the Streamlight SL7 4AA with 7 leds. It's bright as heck, small enough to fit into tight spaces, and light enough to be held between the teeth when you really need 2 hands. I run mine on 3 AA + dummy cell. The Streamlight 3C 10 led really good for this purpose but is a bit larger and heavier.

Another good one looks like the UKE4AA with luxeon star and regulated output for 10 hours of light. On sale at Brightguy for $20.00 for a limited time. Very compact.

357 · Mar 8, 2004

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Another good one looks like the UKE4AA with luxeon star and regulated output for 10 hours of light. On sale at Brightguy for $20.00 for a limited time. Very compact.

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A great one for the price. Very white beam, excellent beam quality (no rings, holes, etc), and fully regulated all at a cost of $20.

brightnorm · Mar 8, 2004

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I... also how much shorter is the TL2 over the TL3?...

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For dimensions and weight of many lights check this in reviews:

INSTANT SPECS FOR 58 POPULAR LIGHTS

Brightnorm

bigmikey · Mar 8, 2004

thanks alot for the help guys /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

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