Nitecore NU35 460lm headlamp review: Pros and Cons

The Nitecore NU35 headlamp released in 2020. It uses Cree XP-G3 LED, TIR reflector and integrated 590mAh Li-Ion battery and 3 x AAA battery. The powerful emitter in this headlamp provides up to 460 lm output, 580 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 48 m.

Table of Contents

• Nitecore NU35 specifications
  • Body, materials, weight, colors
  • System, LED, lens, reflector
  • Performance, flux, intensity, throw
  • Software, user interface, modes
  • Features, battery, protections
  • Accessories, package contents
• Conclusion, pros and cons
• Photos

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The NU35 headlamp is designed to provide hands-free light. It lets the user to have both hands free for other tasks while having a focused light source. It uses a TIR lens to form the beam pattern. This light has 4 + 3 modes of lighting. This flashlight does not have memory function. The flashlight is rechargeable easily via USB port.

Nitecore NU35 specifications

This is a comfortable headlamp. Whether you're engaging in outdoor activities like camping, running, or fishing, etc.

Body, materials, weight, colors

The flashlight weighs 79.5 g. It is lightweight and easy to handle for most people. The length of a flashlight can affect how it feels in your hand and how you can grip and maneuver it. The aluminium body of the NU35 has a reputation for being durable and strong. It offers excellent resistance to impacts, scratches, and corrosion. HAIII is a specific anodizing process. It creates a thicker and harder oxide layer than regular anodizing. The NU35 flashlight is available in black.

System, LED, lens, reflector

Cree is a US-based LED manufacturer. It is well-regarded for its high-quality products and innovation in lighting. Color temperature is a characteristic of light. It is used to quantify the color appearance of light sources. The TIR lens makes the LED light collimated. It does this into efficient, well-controlled beams. These beams maximize the usable lumens in the target area. The flashlight has electronic switches. They have many benefits and extra features compared to mechanical switches.

Performance, flux, intensity, throw

460 lm can provide a decent amount of brightness and be suitable for many everyday tasks. 580 cd can make things quite bright. It's enough for many everyday tasks. The throw is the distance in meters at which the flashlight produces a light intensity of 0.25 lux. The cd/lm factor is the candela-to-lumen ratio. It shows how concentrated a light source's output is.

Software, user interface, modes

A flashlight's modes are different output settings or brightness levels. They can be chosen to meet different needs and preferences. The NU35's SOS mode produces a specific sequence of long and short flashes. It signals distress or emergency.

Features, battery, protections

The Nitecore NU35 flashlight is powered by integrated 590mAh Li-Ion battery and 3 x AAA battery. The built-in charger allows for convenient and versatile charging. You can use various USB power sources to recharge the battery. This flashlight has built-in low voltage protection (LVP). It prevents damage from over-discharge, so it doesn't need protected cells. This light does not have temperature control feature.

The "6" in the IP66 rating shows the level of protection. It's against solid objects, like dust and foreign particles. The IP66 rating indicates that the flashlight has a protection against water jets. A flashlight's impact resistance can vary. It depends on its design, construction, and intended use. Extra LEDs have different colors or modes, they can help with specific tasks.

Accessories, package contents

According to the ANSI/NEMA FL1 Standard, we measure the performance of the NU35 flashlight 30 seconds after switching on the light. The ANSI/NEMA FL1 2009 Standard is a set of flashlight performance guidelines.

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by David Hagon

I love bushcraft and flashlights. I find joy in mastering wilderness survival skills and exploring the realm of illuminating gadgets. Bushcraft isn't just fun, it's a learning journey. I form a strong bond with nature. It's more than a hobby, it enriches me in practical and spiritual ways.