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Manufacturer: Fenix
Model: P1D CE

Tools and Hardware Reviews of Fenix P1D CE, Black, 135 Lumens

Customer Review: Another Milestone in LED Flashlight Development
Summary: 5 Stars

The light performs as advertised and noted in earlier reviews. My sample comes from month #2 of production. Early manufacturing issues seem to have been ironed out, because I can't find anything negative about this light. It is as bright on low as some very expensive 1x123 lights I bought only a few years ago. They served me well, but the Fenix is my new EDC.

When incandescent flashlights first were invented I'm sure they were very expensive (adjusted to today's dollars). Design and manufacturing improvements eventually gave us the well-made and reliable Maglites (and similar from other companies) that can be bought cheap on every street corner today.

Just several years ago a well-made high output LED flashlight cost over $100. The Fenix P1D-CE is a milestone along our path from that pricey beginning to the ultimate goal - a pocket size light that has multiple output levels, puts out tons of brilliant white light while never needing a new bulb, and is affordable. The P1D-CE deserves milestone status because it is twice as bright and costs half as much, while still being well manufactured, compared to lights available right before its release.

Will the performance and price of LED lights continue to improve? You can bet on it. Right now, though, the P1D-CE is the benchmark for this class of lights. Buy it if you have the need and about $70 to spare. Buy a rechargeable RCR123 setup to power it if the light will see frequent use. If your service needs are more occasional then use standard 123 batteries. Buy them for $1 - $1.50 each in bulk on the web instead of for $5 each locally.

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Description of Fenix P1D CE, Black, 135 Lumens

The Fenix P1D CE (Cree Edition) is a digitally controlled constant current multilevel flashlight Fenix has to offer. It has five modes: Primary -> Max -> Low -> Strobe Mode -> SOS Mode, which not only allows the user to select the best compromise between brightness and runtime for any given task but also has ability to aid in an emergency. The P1D CE does all this and still retains a very compact size. If you're looking for solid reliability, digitally regulated brightness, and compact size, this Fenix is for you. Features * Utilizes a Cree 7090 XR-E LED with a life of 50,000 hours * 5 Output Levels: 72 lumens (2.8hrs) -> 135 lumens (1hrs) -> 12 lumens (21hrs) -> Strobe -> SOS * Digitally Regulated for Constant Brightness * Uses one CR123A battery (not included) * 7.1cm (L) x 2.1cm (D) (or 2.8 in (L) x 0.8 in (D)) * Made of aircraft grade aluminum * Durable Type III hard anodized finish * 27-gram (or 1.0 oz) weight (excluding batteries) * Water-resistant (dunkable) * Toughened ultra clear glass lens with AR coating * Reliable twist switch * Capable of standing up securely on a flat surface to serve as a candle * Battery not included * Includes a holster, a lobster claw, and a spare o-ring Operation Turn the head of the flashlight clockwise to turn on the flashlight. A counter clockwise turn will then switch it off. To toggle between brightness levels, turn the light on, and then turn it off. Within 1.5 seconds after being turned off, twist the head on again and it will be switched to the next brightness level. Just do the same thing to switch it to the third stage and so forth. Keep the light off for over 1.5 seconds, and the light will turn completely off, and the regulative circuit will be restored. Warning * Please do not disassemble the sealed part in the head of the flashlight by yourself; doing so will void our warranty. * Please put the battery's anode side towards the light's head. Reverse polarity may damage the circuit.