Surefire LX2 LumaMax Dual-Output LED Flashlight

by SureFire

• Compact, dual-output flashlight with virtually indestructible LED emitter with batteries included
• TIR lens produces tight beam with enough surround light for peripheral vision
• High-strength aerospace aluminum body, Mil-Spec hard-anodized for extreme durability
• Two-stage tactical tailcap switch-press for momentary-on low, press further for high, twist for constant-on at either level
• Provides 200 Lumens of High Output for 2 Hours; 15 Lumens of Low Output for 47 Hours

Product Description

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Surefire LX2-HA-WH LumaMax Dual-Output LED Flashlight

The LX2 LumaMax is a compact dual-output flashlight featuring a virtually indestructible power-regulated LED emitter, a Total Internal Reflection (TIR) lens, and a smooth fluted body design that takes it easy on clothing. The LX2's tactically-correct two-stage pushbutton tailcap switch lets you instantly select output level:

• Press one level for a momentary-on 15-lumen long-runtime low beam suitable for general night use or close work
• Press further for a momentary-on 200-lumen high beam
• Twist for constant-on low beam
• Twist further for constant-on high beam

Constructed of high-strength aerospace aluminum, with a Mil-Spec hard-anodized exterior , the LX2 is extremely durable for long term use. The flashlight is O-ring sealed for use in any weather and sports a two-way clip for bezel up or down carry. Compact and lightweight, the LX2 fits in the palm of your hand.

Key Features:

• Virtually indestructible LED emitter regulated to maximize output and runtime
• Two output levels—high for maximum light, low for extended runtime
• TIR lens produces tight beam with enough surround light for peripheral vision
• Coated tempered window resists impact, maximizes light
• High-strength aerospace aluminum body, Mil-Spec hard-anodized for extreme durability
• Two-stage tactical tailcap switch—press for momentary-on low, press further for high, twist for constant-on at either level
• Two-way clip permits light to be carried bezel up or down
• Weatherproof O-ring and gasket sealing

Specifications:

• Output/Runtime--White Light: High 200 lumens/2 hours; Low 15 lumens/47 hours*
• Tactical Runtime: 2 hours*
• Dimensions: 5.43 by 0.79 by 1.1 inches (LxWxH)
• Bezel Diameter: 1 inch
• Weight with Batteries: 4.2 ounces
• Batteries: 2 123A lithium metal batteries (included)

*Runtimes calculated until output drops below 50 lumens

Product Description

The LX2 is a compact dual-output flashlight featuring a virtually indestructible power-regulated LED emitter, a Total Internal Reflection (TIR) lens, and a smooth fluted body design that takes it easy on clothing. The LX2's tactically-correct two-stage pushbutton tailcap switch lets you instantly select output level: press for a momentary-on 15-lumen long-runtime low beam suitable for general night use or close work; press further for a momentary-on 200-lumen high beam—ten times the light of a big two-D-cell flashlight; twist for constant-on low beam, twist further for constant-on high beam.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

73 of 74 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars If you can afford it, an absolutely wonderful light January 16, 2010

By Atomicwasteland VINE™ VOICE

Amazon Verified Purchase

Never in my life did I think I would buy a two hundred dollar flashlight. But I did. And I love it. What a fun toy! Well, it's not a toy, but I get so much pleasure out of it that it might as well be one.

What do you get for an electronics junkie who has everything? You might consider getting this flashlight. It has the highest light power for the smallest flashlight body that I've seen.

It has two light settings which I have termed medium and awesome:

The "Medium" throws a beam of 15 lumens for 47 hours.

The "Awesome" throws a beam of 200 lumens for 2 hours.

The light turns on two ways -one is the button on the back. It is not a "click on/click off" button that you might be used to. It is a "push in and the light turns on, and take your finger off of the back and the light turns off" button. Push it in halfway and the medium beam comes on and push it in all the way and the awesome beam turns on. Let go and it goes dark immediately. At first I thought, well, that is interesting, but what if I want it to stay on permanently? No worries -it has a second method of turning the light on -just twist the end like a "mag-lite" and after a full twist the medium beam comes on, and after another half twist the awesome beam comes on. Now it'll stay on as long as you like.

Unlike most of the cheaper LED lights that I've bought in the past, this light is very high quality -it is as solid as a brick and is made fully of anodized aluminum -no cheap plastic here! It is no surprise that you often hear the words "professional", and "tactical" when reading about this light. These Surefire lights are often used by military, hunters, aviators, and law enforcement. It is the type of light you see on TV detective shows all the time, where the main character holds the light up and pushes the button on the back with a thumb, illuminating the darkest areas in whatever scene they are in. It is the kind of light which I would feel safe having while walking at night, because if I shone this in someone's eyes it would definitely blind them.

Speaking of which, this light is basically the same as the self defense flashlight that Surefire sells, with two main differences: First, the self defense flashlight's medium beam is actual a low beam -it only puts out 5 lumens versus this flashlight's 15 lumens. 5 lumens is probably fine, but I find 15 lumens to be perfect for most tasks that I really need a flashlight for. And second, the self defense flashlight has longer crenellations on the end of the flashlight -which means it would imprint some nasty bumps on someone's forehead if you poked them with it. Though, I would rather blind someone and take off than get into a nasty situation, so I chose the higher lumened light at the lower setting, and I am very happy with that decision.

This is the perfect light to take out with you walking at night, as it will fit perfectly in a pocket, and give you a measure of comfort knowing that you'll be able to see really far away when you need to, or to blind someone or scare them if they begin stalking or attacking you.

The Surefire brand is made in America and excepting the batteries and the LED, if you register the flashlight there is a lifetime warranty.

It also comes with a lanyard so if you are doing something where you don't have easy access to your pockets, you can just hang the light from your neck. (The lanyard, by the way, is a "break-away" lanyard. If you get it caught on something, and if you pull hard enough, the lanyard will break away -to prevent choking- and it is a simple activity to get it hooked back up again.)

This light uses two 3 volt lithium batteries so you might want to buy a box of them for backup. And, these lithium batteries last for 10 years. (Consider also purchasing the Surefire brand of batteries. I haven't used them long enough to vouch for them, but other reviewers seem to really think they are of a higher quality than some of the generic lithium battery brands.)

By the way, you can also buy red and blue lens covers, if you wanted to change the white beam to a red or blue beam. I don't have them but I imagine they would be very useful in night vision situations.

And, yes, the flashlight does come with batteries already installed. You don't need to buy additional batteries to get started.

Love this light. Can't wait for a noise outside so I can take out my trusty Surefire and blind whatever's out there!

29 of 30 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A GOOD TOOL November 26, 2009

By Roman Robles

As a pilot and a motorcycle rider, I need a dependable light to read charts/maps and also serve to check wings for ice, preflight, check runways, camp sites, etc. The LX2 is replacing a Surefire L1 because it has better 'throw' (although narrower beam) on high while still offering a lower intensity setting for situations which do not need the high intensity..

True to the Surefire reputation, the LX2 guarantee is first class, the construction & materials are first class, the performance is stellar - and the price is equally 'first class'.

I've bought a lot of flashlights in the past. For the size, weight, quality of beam (uniform, bright, white, free of rings) and quality of construction, I have not found any other product that can seriously compete. These are professional's tools. They're the best available - and you pay for that highest level of performance, quality and construction.

There are a lot of applications which would find a lesser tool adequate. You can spend half as much and get a lot of flashlight, but for a lot of situations, the extra performance, quality and reliability justify the cost difference.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars not a flashlight, but rather, an Illumination Tool! November 30, 2009

By Jacob R. Nast

Amazon Verified Purchase

the lx2 is by far surefire's best hand-held light out right now. a very very useful low of 15 (underrated) lumens, and a blinding hi setting of 200, it will completely blind someone at night, perfect for walking back to your car late at night. also, the included lanyard is invaluable, and the build quality is flawless. still has the classic surefire anodizing mismatch though, but whatever, it gives each light character! these are illumination tools, not museum pieces!