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Nitecore UT32 headlamp review
The Nitecore UT32 headlamp was released in 2019. It uses 1 x Cree XP-L2 V6 LED, 1 x Cree XP-L V6 LED, dual reflector and 1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery. The powerful emitter in this headlamp provides up to 1100 lm output, 1600 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 80 m.
Want to know if the Nitecore made a really good flashlight? You'll find out by the end of our article!
Table of Contents
- Nitecore UT32 specifications
- Body, materials, weight, colors
- System, LED, lens, reflector
- Performance, flux, intensity, throw
- Software, user interface, modes
- Features, battery, protections
- Accessories, package contents
- Links
- Conclusion, pros and cons
- Photos
- Comparisons
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![Nitecore UT32 / UT32](/p/5/524/nitecore-ut32-ut32-0.webp)
The UT32 headlamp is designed to provide hands-free light. It lets the user to have both hands free for other tasks. This light has 4 + 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.
Nitecore UT32 specifications
Brand | Nitecore |
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Name | UT32 |
Type | UT32 |
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Launch | 2019 |
Form | headlamp |
This headlamp lets you aim the beam where you need it.
![Nitecore UT32 / 1](/p/5/524/nitecore-ut32-ut32-1.webp)
Body, materials, weight, colors
Weight | 82.5 g |
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Length | 95.9 mm |
Head diameter | 27.6 mm |
Material | aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish |
Colors | black |
The UT32 is small, compact, and designed for ultra-portability. The length of a flashlight can affect how it feels in your hand and how you can grip it. The aluminium body of the UT32 has a reputation for being durable and strong. The HAIII coating is often matte or textured. The UT32 flashlight comes in a stylish black color.
![Nitecore UT32 / 2](/p/5/524/nitecore-ut32-ut32-2.webp)
System, LED, lens, reflector
Emitter | 1 x Cree XP-L2 V6 LED, 1 x Cree XP-L V6 LED |
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Color temperature | 3000 K, 6500 K |
Reflector | dual |
Lens | AR coated glass |
Switch | dual electronic side |
Cree is a US-based LED manufacturer. It is well-regarded for its high-quality products and innovation in lighting. Color temperature is used to quantify the color appearance of light sources. The AR coating reduces the loss of light due to reflections, allowing more light to pass through the lens. The flashlight has electronic switches.
![Nitecore UT32 / 3](/p/5/524/nitecore-ut32-ut32-3.webp)
Performance, flux, intensity, throw
Flux | 1100 lm |
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Intensity | 1600 cd |
Throw | 80 m |
CD/LM factor | 1.45 |
With 1100 lm, the UT32 flashlight will offer a brighter and more powerful beam of light. 1600 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
Modes | 4 + 4 modes |
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Mode memory | yes |
Ramping mode | no |
Strobe | yes |
SOS/Beacon | yes |
A flashlight's modes are different output settings or brightness levels. The flashlight has mode memory. It remembers the mode you were using when the light was last turned off. The UT32 flashlight has a strobe function, it produces a rapid, repetitive flashing of light. The UT32's SOS mode produces a specific sequence of long and short flashes.
Features, battery, protections
Battery | 1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery |
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Battery indicator | no |
Charger port | no |
LVP | yes |
Thermal regulation | yes |
Protection | IP68 |
AUX LEDs | no |
Magnetic | no |
Specials | dual output |
The Nitecore UT32 flashlight is powered by 1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery. The UT32 cannot charge batteries. You may need an external charger to keep your battery going. The flashlight detects when the battery's voltage has dropped to a certain level. The built-in thermal control adjusts brightness output to prevent overheating. The "6" in the IP68 rating shows the level of protection. The "8" in the IP68 rating means the highest level of protection.
Accessories, package contents
Package contents | 2 x spare rubber cover clip headband spare o-ring |
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The clip is useful to keep the light secured in your pocket. Replacing worn or damaged O-rings helps a lot.
Links
Official site | https://flashlight.nitecore.com/ |
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Conclusion, pros and cons
This Nitecore flashlight, like any other, has its strengths and weaknesses. Let's take a close look at both sides to understand this flashlight better. I share my thoughts on its standout features and the parts that might need improvement. Keep in mind, these are just my opinions, and you might have a different perspective.
Pros
- lightweight
- aluminium body
- warm light
- AR coated lens
- side switch
- adequate performance
- multiple modes
- mode memory
- tactical strobe
- SOS/beacon function
- low-voltage protection
- thermal regulation
- dust protected
- waterproof
- clip
Cons
- low intensity
- no battery indicator
- no built-in charger
- no auxiliary LEDs
- non-magnetic
Photos
![Nitecore UT32 / UT32 photo 1.](/p/5/524/t-nitecore-ut32-ut32-0.webp)
![Nitecore UT32 / UT32 photo 2.](/p/5/524/t-nitecore-ut32-ut32-1.webp)
![Nitecore UT32 / UT32 photo 3.](/p/5/524/t-nitecore-ut32-ut32-2.webp)
![Nitecore UT32 / UT32 photo 4.](/p/5/524/t-nitecore-ut32-ut32-3.webp)
![Nitecore UT32 / UT32](/p/5/524/nitecore-ut32-ut32-0.webp)
Comparisons
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Updated: April 24, 2024