Klarus XT1A 2018

Overview

Klarus is based in Shenzhen, China, and was founded in 2011. It has quickly gained global recognition for the high quality of the professional lighting systems it manufactures for all fields of activity.

Description

The XT1A 2018 flashlight offered by Klarus is part of the XT series of flashlights. This series is aimed at tactical users who need firm and diverse control over the functions provided. The internal circuit of the flashlight is specially designed to manage the battery voltage as well as the light output accurately.

Functions and Modes

There are 5 lighting functions: High-1000 lm (300 lm with CR123A battery), Medium-80 lm, Low-5 lm, Strobe-1000 lm, and SOS-80 lm.

Using a 14GT-80UR 800mAh battery, the flashlight is capable of providing a runtime of; 1h on high, 4.5h on medium, 37 hours on low, 2h on strobe, and 13.5h on SOS.

Using an AA battery, the flashlight is capable of providing a runtime of; 1h on high, 2.3h on medium, 25 hours on low, 2h on strobe, and 6.9h on SOS.

To make operating the flashlight easier, the manufacturer has provided a control with 2 buttons, both programmable. The buttons are located on the back of the flashlight for tactical operation.

We can always know the battery voltage level with the LED on the head of the flashlight that indicates the battery status based on the displayed color; green-over 70%/orange-between 30 and 70%/red-less than 30%/flashing red-less than 10%

Construction

The body of the flashlight is made from 6061-T6 aluminum and is coated with a textured grip for a firmer hold. The manufacturer guarantees moisture protection according to the IPX8 standard.

Package

The flashlight is delivered with a USB/micro-USB charging cable, a lanyard for support, and a rechargeable Li-ion 14GT-80UR 3.7V 800mAh battery. The flashlight can also operate with 14500 batteries as well as AA batteries.