Okluma DC1 Brass (2017) review
The Okluma DC1 Brass (DC1B) released in 2017. It uses 3 x Nichia 219C LEDs, TIR reflector and 1 x 18350 Li-Ion battery. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 800 lm output, 8000 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 179 m.
It uses a TIR lens to form the beam pattern. This light has 4 modes of lighting. The memory function is a nice feature, the light will remember the last used mode.
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Okluma DC1 Brass (DC1B) specifications
| Brand | Okluma |
|---|---|
| Name | DC1 Brass |
| Type | DC1B |
| Rating | |
| Launch | 2017 |
| Form | flashlight |
Body
| Weight | 144 g |
|---|---|
| Length | 89.5 mm |
| Head diameter | 25.2 mm |
| Material | brass |
| Colors | brass |
System
The emitter of DC1 Brass manufactured by Nichia, a Japanese LED manufacturer. 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 | 3 x Nichia 219C LEDs |
|---|---|
| Color temperature | 4500 K |
| Reflector | TIR |
| Lens | TIR |
| Switch | electronic 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 | 800 lm |
|---|---|
| Intensity | 8000 cd |
| Throw | 179 m |
| CD/LM factor | 10 |
Software
The DC1 Brass 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 | 4 modes |
|---|---|
| Mode memory | yes |
| Ramping mode | no |
| Strobe | no |
| SOS/Beacon | no |
Features
The DC1 Brass cannot charge batteries directly. You may need an external charger to keep your battery going. 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 18350 Li-Ion battery |
|---|---|
| Battery indicator | no |
| Charger port | no |
| LVP | yes |
| Thermal regulation | yes |
| Protection | IPx8 |
| AUX LEDs | no |
| Magnetic | no |
Accessories
It comes with a battery. The battery must be fully charged before you first use your DC1 Brass. The clip is useful to keep the light secured in your pocket.
| Package contents | 18350 battery clip wooden box |
|---|
The performance of the Okluma DC1 Brass 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.
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