Klarus XT1C (2018) review

2018

Cree XP-L HI V3 LED

700 lm output

11025 cd intensity

1 x 16340 Li-Ion battery

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 specifications
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Klarus XT1C (XT1C) specifications

Brand	Klarus
Name	XT1C
Type	XT1C
Rating	★★★★★ Rated 4/5 based on 1026 user votes.
Launch	2018
Form	flashlight

Body

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

Weight	47.5 g
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
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
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
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
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

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.