Fenix LD42 (2019) review
The Fenix LD42 (LD42) released in 2019. It uses Cree XP-L HI LED, SMO reflector and 4 x AA batteries. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 1000 lm output, 30625 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 350 m.
This light has 5 modes of lighting. This light does not have memory function.
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Fenix LD42 (LD42) specifications
| Brand | Fenix |
|---|---|
| Name | LD42 |
| Type | LD42 |
| Rating | |
| Launch | 2019 |
| Form | flashlight |
Body
The aluminium body of flashlight treated with a Type III hard-anodized, anti-abrasive finish.
| Weight | 100 g |
|---|---|
| Length | 159.5 mm |
| Body diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Head diameter | 34 mm |
| Material | aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish |
| Colors | black |
System
The emitter of LD42 manufactured by Cree, a US-based LED manufacturing company. The LD42 has a smooth reflector. The properly focused smooth reflector gives you a more cohesive hotspot and therefore throws better. It has an AR coated lens.
| Emitter | Cree XP-L HI LED |
|---|---|
| Color temperature | 6000 K |
| Reflector | SMO |
| Lens | AR coated glass |
| Switch | rotary front |
Performance
The throw is the calculated distance in meters at which the flashlight produces a light intensity of 0.25 lux. The candela per lumen (cd/lm) ratio can be used to determine if a flashlight has a spot or flood type beam. Well-focused spot beams can be over 100 cd/lm, tactical flashlights are typically between 20-100 cd/lm, and work lights are less than 10 cd/lm.
| Flux | 1000 lm |
|---|---|
| Intensity | 30625 cd |
| Throw | 350 m |
| CD/LM factor | 30.63 |
Software
| Modes | 5 modes |
|---|---|
| Mode memory | no |
| Ramping mode | no |
| Strobe | no |
| SOS/Beacon | no |
Features
The LD42 cannot charge batteries directly. You may need an external charger to keep your battery going. This flashlight has a built-in low voltage protection (LVP) to prevent damage to the cell from over-discharge, so protected cells are not necessary. The built-in thermal control automatically adjusts brightness output to prevent overheating.
| Battery | 4 x AA batteries |
|---|---|
| Battery indicator | no |
| Charger port | no |
| LVP | yes |
| Thermal regulation | yes |
| Protection | IP68 |
| AUX LEDs | no |
| Magnetic | no |
Accessories
The package includes a holster to safely store your flashlight. The clip is useful to keep the light secured in your pocket. The lanyard prevents accidental loss of the flashlight.
| Package contents | 4 x AA batteries clip lanyard nylon holster spare o-ring |
|---|
The performance of the Fenix LD42 flashlight is measured according to the ANSI / NEMA FL1 Standard 30 seconds after switching the light on. The ANSI/NEMA FL1 2009 Standard is a set of flashlight performance guidelines.
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