
Haikelite HK04 XPL (2019) review
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 |
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Name | HK04 XPL |
Type | HK04XPL |
Rating | |
Launch | 2019 |
Form | flashlight |
Body
The aluminium body of flashlight treated with a Type III hard-anodized, anti-abrasive finish.
Weight | 370 g |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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.
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