Haikelite HK04 XPL (2019) review

2019

4 x Cree XP-L HI LEDs

5000 lm output

225625 cd intensity

3 x 18650 Li-Ion batteries

The Haikelite HK04 XPL (HK04XPL) released in 2019. It uses 4 x Cree XP-L HI LEDs, SMO reflector and 3 x 18650 Li-Ion batteries. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 5000 lm output, 225625 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 950 m.

The memory function is a nice feature, the light will remember the last used mode. It has a strobe function, which is one of the most effective self defense tools available. The HK04 XPL flashlight is rechargeable easily via USB port.

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Haikelite HK04 XPL (HK04XPL) specifications

Brand	Haikelite
Name	HK04 XPL
Type	HK04XPL
Rating	★★★★★ Rated 3/5 based on 1033 user votes.
Launch	2019
Form	flashlight

Body

The aluminium body of flashlight treated with a Type III hard-anodized, anti-abrasive ﬁnish.

Weight	370 g
Length	140 mm
Body diameter	46 mm
Head diameter	56 mm
Material	aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Colors	black desert tan

System

The emitter of HK04 XPL manufactured by Cree, a US-based LED manufacturing company. The HK04 XPL 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	4 x Cree XP-L HI LEDs
Color temperature	5500 K, 6500 K
Reflector	SMO
Lens	toughtened AR coated glass
Switch	electronic side

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	5000 lm
Intensity	225625 cd
Throw	950 m
CD/LM factor	45.13

Software

The HK04 XPL has mode memory. Mode memory means that the light will remember the mode you were using when the light was last turned off, and when you turn it on again. The ramping mode of the HK04 XPL is intuitive, and lets you seamlessly ramp the output up and down over almost the entire output range. The HK04 XPL is tactical strobe ready. The strobe light is disorienting to the person it is aimed at which makes it difficult for them to concentrate. It has the SOS beacon function for an emergency situation. The SOS flashes Morse code so you can signal for help when needed.

Firmware	Anduril
Mode memory	yes
Ramping mode	yes
Strobe	yes
SOS/Beacon	yes

Features

The battery indicator lets you know when the battery is low, charging, or fully charged. This flashlight can charge the battery with an integrated charger, and it works with any USB power source. 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	3 x 18650 Li-Ion batteries
Battery indicator	yes
Charger port	USB Type-C
LVP	yes
Thermal regulation	yes
Protection	IPx7
AUX LEDs	no
Magnetic	no

Accessories

The lanyard prevents accidental loss of the flashlight.

Package contents	2 x spare o-rings USB Type-C cable lanyard

The performance of the Haikelite HK04 XPL 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.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Haikelite HK04 XPL, then don’t hesite and signal the problem to us.