Princeton Tec "Surge" Flashlight

Yukon_Jack · Jan 23, 2005

Princeton Tec \"Surge\" Flashlight

I have decided to buy a Surge. Can you folks in the know help me with two questions:

1) I heard that the early models had a problem with overheating - which was later corrected. Question: How can I tell if I'm buying an updated model?

2) Since it will run on only 4AA with reduced runtime, makes sense it will run just fine on 8 NiHm. Question: How does the Surge perform using rechargables?

Many thanks.

JeffH · Jan 23, 2005

Re: Princeton Tec \"Surge\" Flashlight

1) If you order from Brightguy.com you will get the latest model. The latest model evidently has a warning card in it that didn't used to be present. Check out flashlightreviews.com for the specifics on that under the review of the Surge.
2) I have been told that rechargeables should not be used with this light.
Jeff

Hookd_On_Photons · Jan 23, 2005

Re: Princeton Tec \"Surge\" Flashlight

According to other CPFers, the Surge will run fine on NiMHs.

PT Surge on NiMH

You shouldn't use *lithium* AAs, as the lamp will blow.

paulr · Jan 24, 2005

Re: Princeton Tec \"Surge\" Flashlight

Getting batteries in and out of this light is a big pain. Using rechargeables won't harm the light, but if you're using the light often enough to need rechargeables, you might go for something like a Tigerlight instead. My Surge is still on its original set of alkalines after a year or so in the glove compartment, occasionally used for lighting a house number or something. Surges are more suitable for that type of light duty use.

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