
Nitecore NM02 (2019) review
The Nitecore NM02 (NM02) released in 2019. It uses 4 x Cree XP-G3 S3 LEDs, TIR reflector and 1 x 21700 Li-Ion battery. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 2700 lm output, 5400 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 147 m.
It uses a TIR lens to form the beam pattern. This light has 5 modes of lighting. The memory function is a nice feature, the light will remember the last used mode. The NM02 flashlight is rechargeable easily via USB port.
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Nitecore NM02 (NM02) specifications
Brand | Nitecore |
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Name | NM02 |
Type | NM02 |
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Launch | 2019 |
Form | flashlight |
Body
The aluminium body of flashlight treated with a Type III hard-anodized, anti-abrasive finish.
Weight | 172.5 g |
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Length | 123.4 mm |
Body diameter | 28.5 mm |
Head diameter | 34 mm |
Material | aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish |
Colors | black |
System
The emitter of NM02 manufactured by Cree, a US-based LED manufacturing company. A TIR lens works on the principle of total internal reflection. The TIR lens collimates the LED light into efficient, well-controlled light beams that maximize the usable lumens in the target area.
Emitter | 4 x Cree XP-G3 S3 LEDs |
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Color temperature | 6500 K |
Reflector | TIR |
Lens | TIR |
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 | 2700 lm |
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Intensity | 5400 cd |
Throw | 147 m |
CD/LM factor | 2 |
Software
The NM02 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.
Modes | 5 modes |
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Mode memory | yes |
Ramping mode | no |
Strobe | no |
SOS/Beacon | no |
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 21700 Li-Ion battery |
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Battery indicator | yes |
Charger port | microUSB |
LVP | yes |
Thermal regulation | yes |
Protection | IPx8 |
Impact resistance | 1 m |
AUX LEDs | no |
Magnetic | no |
Accessories
It comes with a battery. The battery must be fully charged before you first use your NM02. 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 | 21700 battery clip lanyard microUSB cable nylon holster |
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The performance of the Nitecore NM02 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 NM02, then don’t hesite and signal the problem to us.
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