Fenix 6 Level High Performance Cree LED Flashlight, Black, 4-Inch

by Fenix Flashlights

Product Features

• 4 inch length, less than 3 ounce weight, amazing 6 output levels
• Unbelievable 2.5 ounce body design is made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum
• Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
• Waterproof to ipx-8 standard
• Virtually indestructible, microprocessor-controlled
• 4 output levels: turbo, high, mid, and low; runs on single 1.5-volt AA battery
• Digitally regulated Cree XP-G LED bulb produces constant brightness
• Durable aircraft-grade aluminum body; ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
• High-performance flashlight ideal for hiking, camping, and general use
• Measures 3.93 inches long; weighs 1.9 ounces; limited lifetime warranty

Product Description

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With its four bright lighting levels and two flashing outputs, the Fenix LD10 high-performance flashlight is ideal for hiking, camping, and general use. The LD 10 is equipped with a Cree Premium 7090 XR-E LED bulb with a lifespan of 50,000 hours. The bulb's digitally regulated beam maintains a constant brightness during your activity, so you won't have to deal with a dimming beam while you hike. The LD10 also produces four output levels: low (9 lumens), which runs for up to 34 hours on a single AA battery; medium (50 lumens, 6 hours); high (105 lumens, 2.2 hours); and turbo (132 lumens, 1.5 hours). As a result, users have plenty of lighting options for any scenario. Users can even use the flashlight as a strobe, with traditional strobe and SOS settings.

The flashlight is also well built, with a durable aircraft-grade aluminum body coated with a premium Type III hard-anodized, anti-abrasive finish. The construction--which also includes a toughened ultra-clear glass lens with an anti-reflective coating--helps the light hold up to all kinds of abuse. Other features include a pushbutton tail-cap switch; an anti-roll, slip-resistant body design; and such accessories as a holster, lanyard, body clip, rubber switch boot, and two spare O-rings. The LD10, which also stands on a flat surface to serve as a candle, carries a limited lifetime warranty.

Specifications:

• Output types: Low (9 lumens), medium (50 lumens), high (105 lumens), turbo (132 lumens)
• Flashing outputs: Strobe, SOS
• Waterproof: Yes, to IPX-8 standard
• Bulb: Cree XP-G LED (R4)
• Bulb lifespan: 50,000 hours
• Batteries: Single 1.5-volt AA (Ni-MH, lithium, or alkaline)
• Dimensions: 3.93 inches long; 0.84 inches in diameter
• Weight: 1.9 ounces (not including batteries)

Product Description

The Fenix LD10 LED flashlight is digitally regulated and digitally controlled. It has two output modes which produce a total of six levels of output. These modes not only allow the user to select the best compromise between brightness and runtime for any given task, but they also help to aid in an emergency. The LD10 does all this and still retains a very compact size and uses a commonly found AA battery. If you're looking for solid reliability, digitally-regulated brightness, and compact size, this Fenix is for you. • Cree Premium (Q5) 7090 XR-E LED with lifespan of 50,000 hours • 2 modes with 6 types of output • General Mode: 9 lumens (34hrs) -> 47 lumens (6hrs) -> 94 lumens (2.2hrs) ->SOS • Turbo Mode: 120 lumens (1.5hrs) -> Strobe • Digitally regulated output-maintains constant brightness • Uses one 1.5V AA (Alkaline, Ni-MH, Lithium ) batteries, inexpensive and widely available • 100mm (Length) x 21.5mm (Diameter) • Made of T6 aircraft-grade aluminum • Durable Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish • 50-gram weight (excluding batteries) • Waterproof to IPX-8 Standard • Toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating • Push-button tail cap switch • Capable of standing up securely on a flat surface to serve as a candle • Included accessories: holster, lanyard, two spare o-rings, and a rubber switch boot

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001GZWS76
• Item model number: LD10
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #38,848 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best price-for-quality flashlight currently sold., August 13, 2009

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A Customer "customer12345657" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fenix 6 Level High Performance Cree LED Flashlight, Black, 4-Inch (Sports)

Of my dozens of fancy flashlights, this is the one I use most.

All of the parts fit together tightly. No threading problems or

The LED is one of the brightest and most efficient available. You can get brighter flashlights, but most of them are using the same/similar LED with more power run to it, so it's just a matter of trading battery life for brightness. The 120 lumens rating is probably based on LED manufacturer specs. It is similar in output to a Surefire G2, which is plenty for almost any task.

The size is perfect. Much smaller than police-style flashlights, even though it has as much power. But it's not too small to hold.

The black finish is very durable. I carry it in my pocket with keys and other junk, and it still looks mostly new. It doesn't wear down like a Maglite or most cheaper LED flashlights.

The battery life is amazing. You can use a standard alkaline AA, but a lithium AA will be worth it for long-term use.

The front end has a perfectly clear glass lens and aluminum reflector, not plastic parts like cheaper flashlights.

Operation is also perfect. It has two general modes. In "Turbo" mode, set by simply keeping the flashlight screwed together, it always turns on at full power, and can be switched to strobe mode by double-tapping the button. "General" mode, set by unscrewing the head just slightly, offers a range of 3 brightness levels which can be cycled through by tapping the button multiple times. I always leave mine set to "turbo", as I prefer to just turn it on and off.


Other options...

Fenix PD20: Almost identical to the LD10, but it uses a short lithium CR123 battery and is 50% brighter (I have one of these, and I find that the LD10 is plenty small and bright)

Leatherman Serac-3: Not a bad flashlight for the price (about 10 bucks cheaper), but it always starts at low power, requiring 3 clicks to turn on fully each time. Not as bright as the LD10, but still very good.

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great light, a little complicated, otherwise similar to Fenix L1T, November 21, 2009

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D. Calderwood - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fenix 6 Level High Performance Cree LED Flashlight, Black, 4-Inch (Sports)

The Fenix LD10 is similar to the Fenix L1T; both use a single AA battery to produce a stunning amount of light. The main differences are in modes and selecting them. The LD10 starts in either standard mode or turbo mode, depending on whether the front bezel is fully tightened or slightly loosened. In turbo mode you get the highest possible light (120 lumens), in standard mode it always starts in the lowest setting (9 lumens). Other modes have to be toggled by momentarily pressing the on/off switch. The L1T simply has two modes (98 lumens and 16 lumens), chosen by turning the bezel.

The on/off differs between the LD10 and L1T. The LD10 requires a complete push-to-click, then the light operates on release. The L1T comes on as you press the button, before the "click." This means that it's possible to press the L1T's button, get light, and release it to stop the light (momentary on/off), something the LD10 does not allow.

The LD10's toggling through modes also is a little annoying if you accidentally move from 120 lumens on turbo mode to strobe by pressing the button momentarily and not getting the button to "click."

Basically, if the slightly lower and higher modes and slightly longer promised operation of the LD10 are important, or if the LD10's ability to stand on its tail is necessary, get the LD10. If none of this is a key, the L1T is simpler to use and a bit smaller and lighter. Both are great flashlights. On high they light up a back yard better than a 5 D-cell traditional flashlight. Pairing either with the Fenix headband is a great way to have versatility and hands-free light when doing projects and such.

28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect in size, output, and affordability., April 1, 2009

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Tebo Bryce - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fenix 6 Level High Performance Cree LED Flashlight, Black, 4-Inch (Sports)

I was looking for a small flash light to carry on my person daily. I looked into several models, with surefire being the brand I was most interested in. After looking at the offerings from surefire, I decided to purchase the fenix ld10. I am very glad that I did for the following reasons:

1.) Size - the surefire g2 led rated at 80 lumens is much larger than the LD10. The LD10 is very small and fits in my hand nicely. It is not bothersome or cumbersome to carry in a pocket.
2.) Battery type - AA are inexpensive and easy to find.
3.) Price - This flash light is very affordable, cheaper than the surefire g2, which is 2-3x it's size. It is also much cheaper than any surefire light which comes in a comparable size ( i believe the surefires in this size were ranging from $100-200, and used the more expensive battery type).
4.) Output - it is sufficient for my use and I have no complaints (I am not a light expert however). I like the mode options on it (something the surefire(s) lack - well some have modes but not as many as the Fenix).

Overall It's a great light that is small, affordable, and reliable. I am very pleased, I think it's tough to beat especially when comparing directly against the offerings from surefire.