What is the battery life on the light at 5000 lumens? I use a Cree light at 1200 lumens so and is very bright. How do I compare the two?
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3 Hour on bright. It's a very bright light. Other bikers complain that it blinds them. 6 hours on low.
798684
I have owned this light for approximately 8 months with no issues. I work in heavy manufacturing and this light has been submerged in water up to about 10 ft without any ill effects. It also sees lots of dusty environments and still works great. The only knock on it I have is one the high lumen setting the battery only lasts about 2-3 hours. Given I rarely need the highest lumen setting because even the lowest setting is brighter than any other light you can buy. As far as replacement I am unsure because to date haven't h to worry or looking into this as the light is very rugid.
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I just got one, according to the seller who a is very honest person, this flashlight should be about 1000 Lumens. I just went outside to test it out on a dark place and it seems to be around 1000. Anyway, it's worth it for the price.
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Light Output:High brightness: 350 lumensMedium brightness: 95 lumensLow Brightness: 45 Lumens Runtime:High brightness: Up to 1.75 continuous hoursMedium brightness: Up to 3.50 continuous hoursLow brightness: Up to 6.75 continuous hoursStrobe: Up to 5.50 continuous hours
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I am sorry, but I do not know the answer to Josh's question. I plan to use the Cree Q5 as a flashlight only.
736622
I don't know about the Cree but if # of lumens means anything, I would assume the Cree would be better. I am very satisfied with my Cygolite.
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It is depend on battery life. This is a bright light. I have been using it for two weeks already. It is still good. I mounted two light on my bike because I ride in the dark and ride fast so I want to see the road bright and clean in distance and in front of my bike so drivers can see me too. This is a very bright light. I am please with the purchase. I am going to buy some more of this light.
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Depends on if it's an XM-L T6 like it says, or something else. The first one I got wasn't even the same class of Cree bulb, the second was an XM-L U2. From what I've seen online the U2 is around 5700k and the T6 is around 6500K. This also seems to match up between the U2 I got here and another light I have with an actual T6.Of course, the permanent button memory and lack of adjustable focus kill this flashlight for me. It's bright, but I don't recommend it.
607663
Not sure of Lumens, but when fully charged it is very bright. Lasts at least 12 hours but starts to dim
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if it is the newer one with the Cree XM-L2 and not the XM-L U2 then the rating will be 2900 lumens. the opposite is true about the 2600 lumen rating. as of right now, the most likely one is the older, 2600 lumen model.
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Don't buy this one. Buy the Cree 1200 and then buy the 6600 mar battery. Then you will have over four hours run time. The red hooded light is only 4 volts that is why they up the battery size.
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The CREE lights use a special 3.7v rechargeable. They are larger than AAs, which, BTW, only put out 1.5v (1.2 if using rechargeable AAs. Could that be your issue?
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How long had it been running (lights running, charged)? Was it getting too hot (sitting still)? My lights usually stay charged 4 hours on medium. Cree's do get hot. That's never happened to me!Hope this may help?
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I ran mine for 2.5 hrs on the brightest mode, just to see what it can do. Didn't see any drop in intensity and still had battery left. How much don't know. My other lights are over $200.00 each so was real impressed with how long it lasted so far.
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My batteries will last approximately eight to ten weeks with my normal usage. That usage will vary with each individual. I used mine hunting, working on my old car, getting the dog in after dark. The batteries are only fully charged at the beginning so don't expect them to be 300 Lumen all the time. I have really enjoyed using this head lamp.
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I would expect the CREE lite to be brighter than the Cygolite. I also have the CREE 1800 and it makes night riding like daytime. I like.my Cygo but really like the CREE because its so bright.
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I have tried a rechargeable AA with my Cree Q5 with no problems. The light for the price is fantastic!