Nitecore MT22A (2017) review

2017

Cree XP-G2 S3 LED

260 lm output

2400 cd intensity

2 x AA batteries

The Nitecore MT22A (MT22A) released in 2017. It uses Cree XP-G2 S3 LED, OP reflector and 2 x AA batteries. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 260 lm output, 2400 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 98 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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Nitecore MT22A specifications
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Nitecore MT22A (MT22A) specifications

Brand	Nitecore
Name	MT22A
Type	MT22A
Rating	★★★★★ Rated 3/5 based on 1005 user votes.
Launch	2017
Form	flashlight

Body

Weight	49 g
Length	79.9 mm
Head diameter	22.6 mm
Dimensions	79.9 x 22.6 x 40.6 mm
Material	polycarbonate
Colors	black sand yellow

System

The emitter of MT22A manufactured by Cree, a US-based LED manufacturing company. The MT22A has an orange peel (OP) textured reflector. Orange peel reflectors have smoother beams. It has an AR coated lens.

Emitter	Cree XP-G2 S3 LED
Color temperature	6500 K
Reflector	OP
Lens	toughtened AR coated glass
Switch	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	260 lm
Intensity	2400 cd
Throw	98 m
CD/LM factor	9.23

Software

The MT22A 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 MT22A is tactical strobe ready. The strobe light is disorienting to the person it is aimed at which makes it difficult for them to concentrate.

Modes	3 modes
Mode memory	yes
Ramping mode	no
Strobe	yes
SOS/Beacon	no

Features

The MT22A cannot charge batteries directly. You may need an external charger to keep your battery going. A protected battery is recommended as the light itself does not have low voltage protection (LVP). This light does not have temperature control feature.

Battery	2 x AA batteries
Battery indicator	no
Charger port	no
LVP	no
Thermal regulation	no
Protection	IPx8
AUX LEDs	no
Magnetic	no

Accessories

The clip is useful to keep the light secured in your pocket. The lanyard prevents accidental loss of the flashlight.

Package contents	clip lanyard spare o-ring

The performance of the Nitecore MT22A 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 MT22A, then don’t hesite and signal the problem to us.