Olight R20 Javelot 900lm review. Is it worth it in 2023?

2015

Cree XP-L HI LED

900 lm output

24700 cd intensity

1 x special 18650 Li-Ion battery

The Olight R20 Javelot (R20JAVELOT) released in 2015. It uses Cree XP-L HI LED, SMO reflector and 1 x special 18650 Li-Ion battery. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 900 lm output, 24700 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 314 m.

The R20 Javelot flashlight is an essential tools for emergency preparedness. In situations like natural disasters or blackouts, when electricity is unavailable, a flashlight becomes crucial for navigating dark areas, locating supplies, or signaling for help. This light has 3 modes of lighting. The memory function is a nice feature, the light will remember the last used mode. The USB charger port allows you to charge your flashlight using alternative power sources, making them even more suitable for outdoor adventures or emergency situations where access to electricity may be limited.

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Olight R20 Javelot (R20JAVELOT) specifications

Brand	Olight
Name	R20 Javelot
Type	R20JAVELOT
Rating	★★★★★ Rated 4/5 based on 1107 user votes.
Launch	2015
Form	flashlight

Flashlights are compact and lightweight, making them highly portable. They can easily fit into pockets, backpacks, or glove compartments, allowing you to carry them wherever you go.

Body

Weight	86 g
Length	132 mm
Body diameter	24 mm
Head diameter	31.5 mm
Material	aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Colors	black

This 86 g flashlight would generally be considered lightweight and easy to handle for most people. The length of the R20 Javelot flashlight can affect its portability. A shorter flashlight is generally easier to carry in a pocket, bag, or pouch, making it more convenient for everyday use or when you're on the go. Aluminium body of R20 Javelot is known for its durability and strength. It offers excellent resistance to impacts, scratches, and corrosion, making it suitable for rugged outdoor use or in demanding environments.

The HAIII process produces a hard and wear-resistant surface on the aluminum, making it more resistant to scratches, abrasions, and impacts. This improves the overall durability of the flashlight body. The R20 Javelot flashlight is available in black.

System

Emitter	Cree XP-L HI LED
Color temperature	5000 K
Reflector	SMO
Lens	toughtened AR coated glass
Switch	mechanical rear

The emitter of R20 Javelot manufactured by Cree, a US-based LED manufacturing company. Cree is a well-regarded LED manufacturer known for its high-quality products and innovation in the lighting industry. Color temperature is a characteristic of light. It is measured in units called Kelvin (K) and is used to quantify the color appearance of light sources, particularly white light. The R20 Javelot has a smooth reflector. The properly focused smooth reflector gives you a more cohesive hotspot and therefore throws better.

This flashlight has an AR coated lens. This Anti-Reflective coating is a thin optical coating applied to the surface of the lens to minimize reflections and improve light transmission. The R20 Javelot has mechanical switch. Mechanical switches are known for their durability and reliability. They are typically built with robust construction, making them resistant to wear and tear, and capable of enduring various environmental conditions. The rear switch of R20 Javelot is typically operated with the thumb or finger, making it easily accessible and convenient to use. The positioning of the switch at the rear of the flashlight allows for natural and intuitive operation, particularly in one-handed scenarios.

Performance

Flux	900 lm
Intensity	24700 cd
Throw	314 m
CD/LM factor	27.44

With 900 lm, the R20 Javelot flashlight will offer a brighter and more powerful beam of light. This higher output can be advantageous in various situations where you require enhanced visibility or need to illuminate larger areas. The R20 Javelot flashlight with 24700 cd has an extended throw distance, allowing you to illuminate objects or areas at greater distances. This can be advantageous for outdoor activities, search and rescue operations, or scenarios where long-range visibility is required.

The throw is the calculated distance in meters at which the flashlight produces a light intensity of 0.25 lux. The cd/lm factor (candela-to-lumen ratio) provides information about how concentrated or focused the light output of a light source is. A higher cd/lm ratio indicates that the light is more concentrated in a specific direction, while a lower ratio indicates a more diffused or spread-out light output.

Software

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

Modes on a flashlight refer to different output settings or levels of brightness that can be selected to suit different needs and preferences. The R20 Javelot has mode memory. Mode memory means that the flashlight will remember the mode you were using when the light was last turned off, and when you turn it on again.

Features

Battery	1 x special 18650 Li-Ion battery
Battery indicator	yes
Charger port	microUSB
LVP	yes
Thermal regulation	no
Protection	IPx8
AUX LEDs	no
Magnetic	no

The Olight R20 Javelot flashlight is powered by 1 x special 18650 Li-Ion battery. 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 a 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.

This light does not have temperature control feature. The "8" in the IPx8 rating indicates the highest level of protection against water ingress.

Accessories

Package contents	lanyard microUSB cable special 18650 battery

It comes with a battery. The battery must be fully charged before you first use your R20 Javelot. The lanyard prevents accidental loss of the flashlight.

The performance of the Olight R20 Javelot 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 Olight R20 Javelot, then don’t hesite and signal the problem to us.