LRI FW Freedom Fusion 6 White, 2 Red LED Headlamp

by LRI

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Fusion Headlamp/Utility Light. This multi-purpose, extremely bright LED light features 6 primary LEDs and 2 secondary LEDs. Both secondary & primary LEDs utilize Freedom smart-circuitry allowing variable brightness, three strobe modes and automatic SOS. Handy carry case and belt clip included.

Product Description

This multi-purpose, extremely bright LED light features 6 primary LEDs (White) and 2 secondary LEDs (Red). Both secondary & primary LEDs utilize Freedom smart-circuitry allowing variable brightness, three strobe modes and automatic SOS. Handy carry case and belt clip included FREE with every Fusion. 3 Energizer AA batteries included.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 11.2 ounces
• 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: B00008IHTQ
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: FW
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #30,966 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #92 in Home Improvement > Hardware > Flashlights > Headlamps

Customer Reviews

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Most versatile headlamp I own!, May 22, 2003

By 

Walker (Wake Forest, NC USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: LRI FW Freedom Fusion 6 White, 2 Red LED Headlamp (Tools & Home Improvement)

One of my favorite headlamps to date! The packaging of the item is nice - it comes with a small nylon carry bag (with a nice drawstring closure) and a belt clip, in addition to the head strap. The instruction sheet is short, but well written and very detailed.

The unit itself is a nice resin plastic material. All the contacts are gold plated - so if they get wet, they shouldn't corrode. The head may be removed and put on the end to act as a flashlight. The head swivel adjustment has a nice detente "click" feel to it. Only two of the click positions are useful as a headlamp, unlike some others that have a finer adjustment - 7 clicks moves the head 180 degrees - so that's around 25 degrees per click. (NOTE: I adjust the position of the straps on my head for optimum lighting, then use the swivel if you are looking at something overhead). The adjustment is smooth and even.

With AA alkaline, it isn't too heavy on your head (heavier than the black diamond moonlight, but lighter than the petzl led duo). The light pattern is a nice even pattern - brighter than the black diamond moonlight, about the same as the petzl duo (close enought really). The switch mechanism has a nice positive "click" feel to it (just like a rubber button push button on a normal flashlight). The adjustments for illumination are great - you can choose your illumination level - at lower levels, all 7 leds are still lit, they are just pulsed very fast, so that even though it is low illumination, it is still very broad and even.

The addition of a red LED that can be used separately from the other 6 white LEDs is really nice to have. The "hyper-bright" or whatever mode it is can be useful if you like using the headlamp at low to mid settings, then have a temporary bright light. I don't find it useful, but some people think it's neat.

This lamp is good at illuminating objects 30-40 feet away. Better than the black diamond moonlight, and about the same as the petzl 5-led duo.

The headband material is a bit cheap - meaning it is a very coarse weave, and might irritate those with sensitive scalps (or bald heads, shaved heads, etc). Not as nice a fabric band as the black diamond moonlight. Petzl's is better too.... but - I just wear a hat if it becomes bothersome. The straps are nice and wide, and can be adjusted to fit comfortably. The unit is light and the straps are wide, so it stays put on your head.

The battery compartment is a bit annoying to operate - the catch looks like it could break if you pried really hard - but snapping it on -off-on-off-on-off repeatedly doesn't seem to bother it. I would rather have a beefier catch mechanism, but I got spoiled by the PETZL design.... The door itself appears to have a rubber seal, so it may be very water resistant - I don't think this thing is waterPROOF, but I don't know (the packaging does not specify). It's not an underwater light for sure!

Converting it to the flashlight mode is simple - there is a large "thumb screw" that you can loosen and move the head to the end of the unit. very quick and very well thought out design. I don't use this, I have my streamlight 4AA instead :) but it's a neat feature. Stand it on end on a table, then tilt the head to the desired angle for reading, working on something, etc. Makes it more useful.

Bottom line: If you don't want a dual headlamp design (halogen and led) - want to save a little weight, this is a GREAT headlamp. Very bright and useful. RED single LED mode is cool. Different settings are great. Adjustments are easy. Headband is comfy enough (some people might be bothered by the scratchy material on the headband - just wear a hat). Comes with a little carry bag and a belt clip. Great for projects around the house - hiking after dark - being a geek in general (hey - show up to a premier of a star wars or LOTR movie with the strobe a flashin' - you're the life of the party!).

Already have a headlamp? Get this kind as a spare. Light, comes with it's own carry pouch, very versatile. A definite 5-star product. Get one today!

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great all-purpose light, April 1, 2004

By 

Jeff Holland (Columbus, OH United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: LRI FW Freedom Fusion 6 White, 2 Red LED Headlamp (Tools & Home Improvement)

I'm addicted to this light. I got it mainly because I wanted an efficient bike light and an occasional headlamp for camping. I bought the bike attachment ($5.00) and ended up using it almost every day in the winter, since I commute to work and school by bike. Definitely bright enough for conservative biking in the pitch dark (and lasts maybe 10 hours on the bright setting), and the strobe is awesome for city riding--you'll never not be seen again (I'm constantly "almost hit" by cars who don't see smaller bike lights)!! After parking the bike, the light clips off and goes in my bag. Because of this, I always have the light with me, which has made it useful in so many situations where I unexpectadly needed a light.

The light was so great, I bought a second for my fiancee when she went to Africa with the Peace Corps. As she often is without power, and decent batteries are hard to come by, she says that this light has been a real lifesaver. I brought mine when I came to visit, and we were using them all the time. I expect the same when she returns and we go camping. The thing is, when you have a light that runs for 150 hours on 3-AA batteries (on the low setting, which is plenty enough for walking around or reading), you leave it on and use it a lot. Contrast to the old days of the C-Cell flashlights that you had to use sparingly during those late nights in the tent--since you knew the batteries would run out quick. We even used the great red LED for reading the starcharts for the southern hemisphere. What a great extra to add to the light.

Other reviewers did a great job on the other points, so I won't bore you here. But one thing I'll mention about customer service: I originally bought the very first version of this light, which had some problems. The latch on the battery box was flimsy. LRI, without question, sent updated boxes to all registered owners. I then had a problem with electrodes contacting correctly. I called and they said I could return for a repair/replacement, but unfortunately, it would take a few weeks, since they were backordered--but they gave me an option of having the owner of the company talk to me and tell me how to fix it myself. 1/2 hour later and it was working, and I didn't have to wait 2 weeks. Everything was fine for 1 year, and then the switch stopped working correctly (Mind you, this is daily use on a bike in rain, snow, hail,etc). I unfortunately had to return the unit. Less than a week later, the brand-new, updated version arrived on my porch, no questions asked. It's been another year of biking and bad weather, and the light (updated version has had none of the problems of the original version, plus it has the red LED) is still working beautifully.

If you want a good, all-purpose, efficient light, then this is definitely the one.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful light!, March 21, 2003

By A Customer

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: LRI FW Freedom Fusion 6 White, 2 Red LED Headlamp (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this light primarily for camping, but since receiving it I have used it for everything from taking out the trash to late night trips out to the shed! It is extremely easy to use, and the controls are simple to get used to. The switch is behind a clear membrane to keep it free of dust and moisture, and is big enough for me to use comfortably. The head strap is very comfortable, and adjusts quickly. The head of this light pivots up and down so that you can chage it from a good walking angle to a good biking light angle. I am now hooked on LED technology, and I think that the L.R.I. FW Photon Fusion Headlight / Flashlight has done it right!

Review update: I have now owned my light for over 4 years, and it is still going strong! I had to contact the manufacturer once for replacement parts (shut my light in the truck door), and they provided the replacement parts FREE OF CHARGE! This light has become a permanent part of my outdoor life, and I would highly recommend it!