
Klarus XT1C (2018) review
The Klarus XT1C (XT1C) released in 2018. It uses Cree XP-L HI V3 LED, SMO reflector and 1 x 16340 Li-Ion battery. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 700 lm output, 11025 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 210 m.
This light has 3 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.
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Klarus XT1C (XT1C) specifications
Brand | Klarus |
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Name | XT1C |
Type | XT1C |
Rating | |
Launch | 2018 |
Form | flashlight |
Body
The aluminium body of flashlight treated with a Type III hard-anodized, anti-abrasive finish.
Weight | 47.5 g |
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Length | 85 mm |
Body diameter | 23.2 mm |
Head diameter | 25.2 mm |
Material | aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish |
Colors | black |
System
The emitter of XT1C manufactured by Cree, a US-based LED manufacturing company. The XT1C 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 V3 LED |
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Color temperature | 5800 K |
Reflector | SMO |
Lens | toughtened AR coated glass |
Switch | mechanical rear, mode pedal rear |
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 | 700 lm |
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Intensity | 11025 cd |
Throw | 210 m |
CD/LM factor | 15.75 |
Software
The XT1C 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 XT1C 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 | 3 modes |
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Mode memory | yes |
Ramping mode | no |
Strobe | yes |
SOS/Beacon | yes |
Features
The XT1C 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 | 1 x 16340 Li-Ion battery |
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Battery indicator | no |
Charger port | no |
LVP | yes |
Thermal regulation | yes |
Protection | IPx8 |
AUX LEDs | no |
Magnetic | no |
Accessories
It comes with a battery. The battery must be fully charged before you first use your XT1C. The clip is useful to keep the light secured in your pocket. The lanyard prevents accidental loss of the flashlight.
Package contents | 16340 battery clip lanyard spare o-ring |
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The performance of the Klarus XT1C 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 Klarus XT1C, then don’t hesite and signal the problem to us.
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