Nitecore MH12 (2015) review

2015

Cree XM-L2 U2 LED

1000 lm output

13500 cd intensity

1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery

The Nitecore MH12 (MH12) released in 2015. It uses Cree XM-L2 U2 LED, SMO reflector and 1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 1000 lm output, 13500 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 232 m.

This light has 4 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 MH12 flashlight is rechargeable easily via USB port.

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Nitecore MH12 specifications
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Nitecore MH12 (MH12) specifications

Brand	Nitecore
Name	MH12
Type	MH12
Rating	★★★★★ Rated 4/5 based on 1004 user votes.
Launch	2015
Form	flashlight

Body

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

Weight	88 g
Length	139 mm
Body diameter	25.4 mm
Head diameter	25.4 mm
Material	aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Colors	black

System

The emitter of MH12 manufactured by Cree, a US-based LED manufacturing company. The MH12 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 XM-L2 U2 LED
Color temperature	6500 K
Reflector	SMO
Lens	AR coated glass
Switch	electronic side, mechanical 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	1000 lm
Intensity	13500 cd
Throw	232 m
CD/LM factor	13.5

Software

The MH12 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 MH12 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	4 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	1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery
Battery indicator	yes
Charger port	microUSB
LVP	yes
Thermal regulation	yes
Protection	IP68
AUX LEDs	no
Magnetic	no

Accessories

It comes with a battery. The battery must be fully charged before you first use your MH12. The package includes a holster to safely store your flashlight. The clip is useful to keep the light secured in your pocket. The lanyard prevents accidental loss of the flashlight.

Package contents	18650 battery clip lanyard microUSB cable nylon holster spare USB plug spare o-ring spare rubber cover tactical ring

The performance of the Nitecore MH12 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 Nitecore MH12, then don’t hesite and signal the problem to us.