If you are searching for a unique and powerful addition to your EDC collection, look no further! The new Acebeam TK16-AL Flashlight is one of the smallest everyday carry lights, but has the outputs and modes of a larger flashlight. The TK16-AL has the unique feature of having three CREE XPG LEDs that allow this light to reach up to 158 meters away! What makes this possible is the TIR (Total Internal Reflection) optic design that captures and projects more light than standard reflectors. This allows for broader beams and longer throws. With two modes and six different brightness settings, this flashlight can be used for tasks ranging from close to far range illumination. Its single button integrated tail switch controls all modes while it remains user-friendly and can be easily located without having to look at your light. The deep ergonomic knurling makes sure that you can have a secure grip whether your hand is gloved or bare.
I ordered the Aluminum Oslon version at Andrew & Amanda. If it’s not glued and easy to mod, I might get the copper version. Thinking of putting a quad from KD in there.
Here are measurements I took of the different Acebeam TK series flashlights using the Texas Ace Lumen Tube calibrated with Maukka lights measured at 2 seconds. I love this series but not so much the emitter options. The Osram is actually my favorite tint in this series even though I'm not a CW fan because the negative DUV in the Osram makes it look pure white. I just wish they offer some below the BBL (negative DUV) NW tint in the future.
Dont know. I dont do throw tests because my house is not big enough to give reasonable distance to place the lux meter. Unless I move to a larger house where I can setup a permanent location for the lux meter, you will not see any throw data from me.
