The total amount of light that a light source can emit in all directions is indicated in lumen in physics. The amount of lumens is often stated in the specifications of a flashlight. However, this does not say everything about how far a flashlight can shine. The method of bundling the light is also important here. Examples of very distant flashlights available to individuals are the NiteCore TM36, Fenix TK61, Armytek Barracuda and Led Lenser X21R.2. They have a maximum range of between 600 and 1100 meters.
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- The brightness of a flashlight
- NiteCore TM36
- Fenix TK61
- Armytek Barracuda XP-L2
- Led Lenser X21R. 2
The brightness of a flashlight
If you need a flashlight in case the power goes out at home, you can use a simple model that is available at every Blokker or Marskramer. If you need a flashlight for outdoor use and it is important that the flashlight shines far and brightly, it is best to first delve into the matter.
Nowadays almost all flashlights use LED light. In this way, as much power as possible can be put into a single, handy lamp. If you search the specifications of a flashlight, you often come across the indication lumen against, the unit used in physics for luminous flux. It is the measure of the total amount of visible light that a light source can emit in all directions. However, it is not the case that you can translate the number of lumens one to one into the brightness and range of the light. This is because the way of bundling the light is not discounted in this. This can still have a major impact.
In addition to the number of lumens, it is therefore important to also take into account the number of meters that the lamp can shine, as stated on the packaging. Before purchasing, take a look at the reviews that are available online to see if the claims regarding fierceness and reach are actually correct.
The following flashlights have a range of 600 to 1100 meters according to the specifications and reviews available online:
- NiteCore TM36
- Fenix TK61
- Armytek Barracuda XP-L2
- Led Lenser X21R. 2
NiteCore TM36
NiteCore is a renowned manufacturer of flashlights and the NiteCore TM36 with 1100 meters it is one of the most shining flashlights available to private individuals. It can be set to five different positions, the lowest being 50 lumens and the highest being 1800 lumens. With the highest setting you can shine more than a kilometer. The NiteCore TM36 works on a battery that you can charge with an AC adapter. It is waterproof according to the IPX-8 standard to a depth of 2 meters. You can put it in standby mode when it is off. The flashlight then emits a fine light pulse every 3 seconds so that you can easily find it in the dark.
- Length: 27.8 cm
- Thickness: 5-9 cm
- Weight: 1330 grams
- Made in China
- Price: ?? 450 (last checked in 2019)
Fenix TK61
The Fenix TK61 is a very compact flashlight in which a single LED is optimally used. Because the light is well bundled, you have a range of up to 824 meters with this copy. With the four different positions you can choose between 20, 130, 400 and 1000 lumens. You can choose whether you use a rechargeable battery or eight CR123A batteries. The Fenix TK61 also has an SOS function and stroboscope and is waterproof according to the IPX-8 standard to a depth of 2 meters.
- Length: 21.6 cm
- Thickness: 5-10 cm
- Weight: 610 grams
- Made in China
- Price: ?? 150 (last checked in 2019)
Armytek Barracuda XP-L2
The Armytek Barracuda XP-L2 is the lightest and thinnest of these models and is therefore very handy. It can also be easily worn on a belt. It has a maximum light output of 1470 lumens and shines up to 675 meters in the highest position. You can choose between five different positions. The Armytek Barracuda XP-L2 is waterproof to a depth of 50 meters. Where most flashlights have a manufacturer’s warranty of five years, this is even ten years with this model.
- Length: 26.5 cm
- Thickness: 2.5-6 cm
- Weight: 303 grams
- Made in China
- Price: ?? 120 (last checked in 2019)
Led Lenser X21R.2
The Led Lenser X21R. 2 you can safely call it a spotlight. Unlike the above models, the Led Lenser X21R.2 uses seven LEDs, bundled in a 10 cm thick head. These LEDs have a maximum light output of 3200 lumens at the highest setting and a range of 600 meters. There are eight settings in total. The lamp head is also focusable, which means that you can broaden the focus of the light so that a larger surface is illuminated. The lamp contains a Safety-Ytrion-Cell battery, which is known for maintaining the maximum capacity for a long time. The range of the Led Lenser X21R.2 is 700 meters.
- Length: 41.2 cm
- Thickness: 4-10 cm
- Weight: 1430 grams
- Made in China
- Price: ?? 399 (last checked in 2019)
