Imalent DT70 (2017) review

2017

4 x Cree XHP70 LEDs

16000 lm output

123000 cd intensity

4 x 18650 Li-Ion batteries

The Imalent DT70 (DT70) released in 2017. It uses 4 x Cree XHP70 LEDs, OP reflector and 4 x 18650 Li-Ion batteries. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 16000 lm output, 123000 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 701 m.

This light has 5 modes of lighting. 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 DT70 flashlight is rechargeable easily via USB port.

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Imalent DT70 specifications
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Imalent DT70 (DT70) specifications

Brand	Imalent
Name	DT70
Type	DT70
Rating	★★★★★ Rated 4/5 based on 1027 user votes.
Launch	2017
Form	flashlight

Body

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

Weight	427 g
Length	146 mm
Body diameter	50 mm
Head diameter	70 mm
Material	aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Colors	black

System

The emitter of DT70 manufactured by Cree, a US-based LED manufacturing company. The DT70 has an orange peel (OP) textured reflector. Orange peel reflectors have smoother beams. It has an AR coated lens.

Emitter	4 x Cree XHP70 LEDs
Color temperature	6500 K
Reflector	OP
Lens	toughtened AR coated glass
Switch	dual 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	16000 lm
Intensity	123000 cd
Throw	701 m
CD/LM factor	7.69

Software

The DT70 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 DT70 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.

Modes	5 modes
Mode memory	yes
Ramping mode	no
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	4 x 18650 Li-Ion batteries
Battery indicator	yes
Charger port	microUSB
LVP	yes
Thermal regulation	yes
Protection	IPx8
AUX LEDs	no
Magnetic	no
Specials	OLED display

Accessories

The package includes a holster to safely store your flashlight.

Package contents	2 x spare o-rings 4 x 18650 batteries microUSB cable nylon holster

The performance of the Imalent DT70 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 Imalent DT70, then don’t hesite and signal the problem to us.