Inova X03MT-WB X03 Lithium Powered Flashlight with 5.8-Watt LED, Black

by Inova

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The X03 combines small size and bright, uniform illumination that, as far as I know, is simply not achievable in flashlights that use incandescent bulbs. The LED in the X03 puts out 82 lumens at just 5.8-watt LED (as per LED specifications), and it won't drain your batteries nearly as fast as an incandescent bulb. Also, LEDs don't break when you drop them. As anyone who's found themselves in a pitch-black crawl space with a nonfunctioning flashlight will tell you, this is no small advantage.

The X03 features a twist-operated, three-mode switch cap, which enables the user to turn it on and off without flipping it around from an under- to overhand grip. As we mentioned above, the light projected by the X03 is exceptionally uniform from the edge of the beam to the center, making it unnecessary to fiddle with a focus mechanism to get the beam just the way you want it. Not only that, but this flashlight has a remarkably strong beam for its size, and it maintains its integrity and focus extremely well at distance.

I would highly recommend this to electricians, contractors, and so on as a substitute for incandescent utility flashlights of comparable size. It would also work as an emergency light in the home. It offers a combination of durability, reliablility, and quality of illumination that's hard to top.--Josh Dettweiler

What's in the Box
Flashlight, lanyard, two replaceable lithium batteries

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11 x 5.8 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0006HKO7Q
• Item model number: X03MT-WB
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #24,265 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

50 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everybody wants one.., October 20, 2006

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F. Vahamonde (NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Inova X03MT-WB X03 Lithium Powered Flashlight with 5.8-Watt LED, Black (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is my second product from INOVA. I bought this light after my X5 was stolen from my car in a parking garage.

I am an electrician and often have to do serious work in poorly lit areas. 2cell AA Maglites have basically been the standard carry around flashlight for years because of their size and build quality. But these maglites had many problems/shortcomings, which INOVA has addressed.

First off, the light output of the maglites are barely enough for most situations, forcing one to guess what objects are.

Second, focusing your flashlight might sound great, but why? The focus basically makes one part of the light beam bright while the rest becomes dim. I often found myself searching for just the right spot to keep the beam focused. These LED lights give a uniform circle of light that illuminates everything.

Third, while the build quality of maglites are good, if you ever drop it the light bulb blows. The light bulbs are to sensitive. The LEDs on the other hand will last for years.

Also, if you have ever left your mag in a tool bag or stored for a long period of time, you probably know that it won't work. I've had the issue several times. The batteries leak, corroding inside the flashlight and rendering it useless.

There are other qualities that make the Inova outshine the others, but the botttom line is, is it worth it?

I say Yes. Its American made, profesional grade, water proof, drop proof, long lasting, and innovative. If you want a tool that is serious about quality.

I had this flashlight for two days before my work partner bought it from me. I am now ordering several more for my co-workers.

33 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great flashlight, April 24, 2006

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Mark Nottingham (Melbourne, Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Inova X03MT-WB X03 Lithium Powered Flashlight with 5.8-Watt LED, Black (Tools & Home Improvement)

After the power went out in our apartment building for two days over New Year's -- and a neighbor broke an ankle in the unlit stairwell -- I decided we needed a good emergency flashlight.

Our maglite wasn't cutting it; in the cavernous parking garage, its beam got lost really quickly. And, it took up all of the room in the glove box.

After researching online a lot, I chose the XO3, and don't regret it a bit; this is a great flashlight. Yes, it's expensive, but the beam is *very* bright, very even, doesn't dim through the life of the batteries, and throws for a long distance. The light itself is almost indestructable, because it's a LED, and the body is extremely well-made and feels good in the hand.

The batteries deserve a special mention; they're lithium 123 photo batteries. Whatever you do, don't buy them off the shelf; they'll cost $5-$10 in stores. However, if you look around online, especially with flashlight manufacturers, you can get them for less than $2/battery, which is far more reasonable. As a bonus, they have a 10-year shelf life, which is better for an emergency flashlight.

One of the advantages of a Mag-lite is its size and heft; if you need to, you can use it for self-defense. The XO3 is probably too small to be used very effectively in this fashion (although you could still probably give somebody a nasty bruise with it); however, it's apparently a "tactical"-class flashlight, which means that it is bright enough to stun someone for around 30 seconds. I looked at the beam out of the side of my eyes once, and I'm not eager to again; it gave me an immediate headache.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome flashlight!, January 4, 2007

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Sachbvn - See all my reviews

This review is from: Inova X03MT-WB X03 Lithium Powered Flashlight with 5.8-Watt LED, Black (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've never owned an LED flashlight. I've always stuck with the trusted Maglite. I know they make an LED model and conversion kits now, but I wanted a smalled flashlight for hiking and to keep in my car's center console. This is it!! Despite the previous review I couldn't help but to shine the light towards my eyes for just a second.... yeah, it's blinding. Great light, looks and feels great, nice feel in your hand. Feels just as, or stronger, than a Maglite.

UPDATE***

I, too, had a problem with the tail piece of the flashlight, but I spoke with a VERY friendly customer service person and received a FREE replacement tail piece in the mail, I paid no shipping and didn't have to send the flashlight in for inspection. Awesome customer service!