Skilhunt DS16 500lm In-depth review, Pros and Cons

Cree XP-L HD LED

500 lm output

3969 cd intensity

1 x 14500 Li-Ion or 1 x AA NiMH battery

The Skilhunt DS16 (DS16) released in 2016. It uses Cree XP-L HD LED, OP reflector and 1 x 14500 Li-Ion or 1 x AA NiMH battery. The powerful emitter in this flashlight provides up to 500 lm output, 3969 cd intensity, and a beam distance of 126 m.

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The DS16 is a powerful and reliable flashlight. With its impressive illumination capabilities and durable construction, it serves as an exceptional lighting tool for various situations and environments. This light has 4 modes of lighting. With mode memory, when you turn off the DS16 and then turn it back on again, it will automatically activate the mode that was last used before it was turned off. The strobe function of DS16 produces a high-frequency flashing light pattern that is designed to disorient or distract potential threats or aggressors.

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Skilhunt DS16 (DS16) specifications

Brand	Skilhunt
Name	DS16
Type	DS16
Rating	★★★★★ Rated 4/5 based on 1201 user votes.
Launch	2016
Form	flashlight

This Skilhunt flashlight offers portability, versatility, and reliability in providing illumination.

Body

Weight	51 g
Length	92 mm
Body diameter	22 mm
Head diameter	24 mm
Material	aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Colors	black

The 51 g flashlight would be considered extremely lightweight for a handheld flashlight. It's important to consider the length of the flashlight to ensure it fits comfortably in your desired carrying method. Aluminium is a lightweight material, which is beneficial for DS16 flashlight. The body of DS16 flashlight treated with a Type III hard-anodized, anti-abrasive ﬁnish. This flashlight comes in a sleek black color option.

System

Emitter	Cree XP-L HD LED
Color temperature	6500 K
Reflector	OP
Lens	toughtened AR coated glass
Switch	electronic side

Cree LEDs are commonly used in a wide range of lighting applications. Their products are trusted by lighting professionals and have gained a strong reputation for quality and performance. The choice of color temperature depends on the specific lighting application and personal preferences. The DS16 uses orange peel (OP) textured reflector. The orange peel (OP) reflector is a specific type of reflector commonly used in flashlights. It is named after its distinctive textured surface, which resembles the skin of an orange.

The AR coating of the lens helps to mitigate these reflections by altering the refractive index of the lens surface. The DS16 has electronic switch. Some flashlights with electronic switches have programmable features that allow users to customize the behavior of the flashlight. This may include setting specific modes, configuring brightness levels, or enabling unique functions according to individual preferences.

Performance

Flux	500 lm
Intensity	3969 cd
Throw	126 m
CD/LM factor	7.94

If you mainly need a flashlight for basic tasks like finding keys, navigating in dimly lit areas, or occasional use around the house, 500 lm can be adequate. With 3969 cd, the DS16 flashlight provides a noticeably brighter and more intense beam of light. It can illuminate objects or areas with greater clarity and visibility, even at longer distances. The throw distance refers to the maximum distance at which the flashlight can effectively illuminate an object or target. The stated throw distance typically indicates the point at which the brightness falls below a specified threshold, such as 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.

Software

Modes	4 modes
Mode memory	yes
Ramping mode	no
Strobe	yes
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 DS16 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. Strobe mode on DS16 flashlight produces a rapid, repeated flashing of light. It can be used for signaling purposes, self-defense, or attracting attention in emergency situations.

Features

Battery	1 x 14500 Li-Ion or 1 x AA NiMH battery
Battery indicator	no
Charger port	no
LVP	yes
Thermal regulation	no
Protection	IPx8
AUX LEDs	no
Magnetic	no

The DS16 flashlight utilizes 1 x 14500 Li-Ion or 1 x AA NiMH battery as its power source. The DS16 doesn't have charger port. A charger port is a designated connection point or interface where you can plug in a charger to recharge the flashlight's battery. LVP (Low Voltage Protection) is designed to protect the battery from being over-discharged, which can lead to reduced battery life or even permanent damage.

This flashlight doesn't have built-in temperature control. Flashlights without thermal protection may rely on other design elements for heat dissipation, such as heat sinks, fins, or body materials with good thermal conductivity. The DS16 flashlight with IPx8 rating can withstand being submerged in water beyond 1 meter for a prolonged period, typically specified by the manufacturer.

The performance of the Skilhunt DS16 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.