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Acebeam EC35 flashlight review
The Acebeam EC35 flashlight was released in 2016. It uses Cree XP-L HD LED, SMO reflector and 1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 1200 lm output, 12500 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 224 m.
Excited to learn if the EC35 lives up to expectations? Read on!
Table of Contents
- Acebeam EC35 specifications
- Body, materials, weight, colors
- System, LED, lens, reflector
- Performance, flux, intensity, throw
- Software, user interface, modes
- Features, battery, protections
- Accessories, package contents
- Links
- Conclusion, pros and cons
- Photos
- Comparisons
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![Acebeam EC35 / EC35](/p/3/310/acebeam-ec35-ec35-0.webp)
The EC35 is an impressive flashlight that offers both power and reliability. This light has 5 modes of lighting. The EC35 mode memory eliminates the need to cycle through modes. It provides convenience and saves time. You can use the strobe function as a self-defense tool.
Acebeam EC35 specifications
Brand | Acebeam |
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Name | EC35 |
Type | EC35 |
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Launch | 2016 |
Form | flashlight |
The EC35 flashlight allows you to light dark areas.
![Acebeam EC35 / 3](/p/3/310/acebeam-ec35-ec35-3.webp)
Body, materials, weight, colors
Weight | 72 g |
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Length | 136 mm |
Body diameter | 22 mm |
Head diameter | 25 mm |
Material | aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish |
Colors | black desert tan olive silver |
The EC35 is small, compact, and designed for ultra-portability. The length of a flashlight can affect how it feels in your hand and how you can grip it. The aluminium body of the EC35 has excellent thermal conductivity. The HAIII coating is uniform and attractive. Factors can influence the color choice of the flashlight body.
![Acebeam EC35 / 4](/p/3/310/acebeam-ec35-ec35-4.webp)
System, LED, lens, reflector
Emitter | Cree XP-L HD LED |
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Color temperature | 6500 K |
Reflector | SMO |
Lens | toughtened AR coated glass |
Switch | electronic side, mechanical rear |
Cree is widely regarded as a reputable LED manufacturer. Warm, white light is generally more comfortable. The SMO's main job is to focus and project light from the source. The AR coating reduces the loss of light due to reflections, allowing more light to pass through the lens. The EC35 flashlight has multiple switch options. The electronic switches may have a higher chance of standby drain. Mechanical switches are usually robust. The rear switch is at the end of the EC35 flashlight.
![Acebeam EC35 / 1](/p/3/310/acebeam-ec35-ec35-1.webp)
Performance, flux, intensity, throw
Flux | 1200 lm |
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Intensity | 12500 cd |
Throw | 224 m |
CD/LM factor | 10.42 |
With 1200 lm, the EC35 flashlight will offer a brighter and more powerful beam of light. The EC35 flashlight has 12500 cd, it can light objects at greater distances. The throw is the distance in meters at which the flashlight produces a light intensity of 0.25 lux. Candela per lumen (cd/lm) measures a flashlight's beam intensity.
![Acebeam EC35 / 2](/p/3/310/acebeam-ec35-ec35-2.webp)
Software, user interface, modes
Modes | 5 modes |
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Mode memory | yes |
Ramping mode | no |
Strobe | yes |
SOS/Beacon | no |
A flashlight's modes are different output settings or brightness levels. The flashlight has mode memory. It remembers the mode you were using when the light was last turned off. Strobe mode on EC35 flashlight produces a rapid, repeated flashing of light.
Features, battery, protections
Battery | 1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery |
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Battery indicator | yes |
Charger port | no |
LVP | yes |
Thermal regulation | yes |
Protection | IPx8 |
AUX LEDs | no |
Magnetic | no |
The EC35 flashlight's power source is 1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery. The battery indicator shows the remaining power level of the flashlight's battery. The EC35 cannot charge batteries. You may need an external charger to keep your battery going. The flashlight detects when the battery's voltage has dropped to a certain level. The built-in thermal control adjusts brightness output to prevent overheating. The "8" in the IPx8 rating means the highest level of protection.
Accessories, package contents
Package contents | 2 x spare o-rings clip lanyard nylon holster spare rubber cover |
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The holster keeps your flashlight secure. The clip is very helpful, it lets you quickly access your flashlight while keeping your hands free for other tasks. Attaching a lanyard to your EC35 flashlight provides an additional layer of security. When using spare O-rings, follow the maker's instructions.
Links
Official site | https://www.acebeam.com/ |
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Conclusion, pros and cons
This Acebeam flashlight, like any other, has its strengths and weaknesses. Let's take a close look at both sides to understand this flashlight better. I share my thoughts on its standout features and the parts that might need improvement. Keep in mind, these are just my opinions, and you might have a different perspective.
Pros
- lightweight
- aluminium body
- body color options
- AR coated lens
- side switch
- tactical switch
- adequate performance
- multiple modes
- mode memory
- tactical strobe
- battery indicator
- low-voltage protection
- thermal regulation
- waterproof
- protective holster
- clip
Cons
- cool light
- no built-in charger
- no auxiliary LEDs
- non-magnetic
Photos
![Acebeam EC35 / EC35 photo 1.](/p/3/310/t-acebeam-ec35-ec35-0.webp)
![Acebeam EC35 / EC35 photo 2.](/p/3/310/t-acebeam-ec35-ec35-1.webp)
![Acebeam EC35 / EC35 photo 3.](/p/3/310/t-acebeam-ec35-ec35-2.webp)
![Acebeam EC35 / EC35 photo 4.](/p/3/310/t-acebeam-ec35-ec35-3.webp)
![Acebeam EC35 / EC35 photo 5.](/p/3/310/t-acebeam-ec35-ec35-4.webp)
![Acebeam EC35 / EC35](/p/3/310/acebeam-ec35-ec35-0.webp)
Comparisons
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Updated: April 23, 2024