Mark Lee (Wurkkos) presents another new diving flashlight. This time, it's probably something for those among us who like to keep things simple (KISS-principle). Mark was a little worried that a light like this may not catch much interest on BLF. However, I hope to prove him wrong as I expect there's always a purpose for a supersimple, water-resistant "no frills" flashlight even for people who are addicted to full-featured Andúril lights.
Wurkkos is so kind to offer a nice promo discount for BLF members:-)
Specifications
Emitter: 3x Samsung LH351D 5.000K 90CRI
Reflector: smooth reflector
Operating voltage: 3.0V – 4.35V
Battery options: 1x 21700 or 1x 18650 Li-Ion battery
Dimension: 118mm (length) x 41mm (head diameter)
Weight: 130g/0.28lb (without battery)
Flashlight body: Aerospace grade 6061 grade aluminum alloy, CNC manufactured to hard-anodized to military grade specification type III, anti-abrasive finish to get solid built body, anti-crash geometry and better heat exchange.
Toughened mineral glass lens
Water resistance i.a.w. IPX-8
Reverse polarity protection to protect against improper battery installation.
Advanced Temperature Regulation (ATR) technology: ATR automatically reduces the brightness level when the driver temperature reaches 55°C to prevent overheating
Low voltage warning: When the battery voltage is low, the LEDs will start to flash quickly once every minute as a reminder to replace the battery. Please replace the battery in time to avoid any danger while diving.
As of 06/2021:
If you have any questions or comments, no matter if commercial or technical, please contact Wurkkos directly. Thank you for your understanding.
Very nice Wurkkos. I really light the simple UI design. I have the Sofirn SD05 and this one has a similar magnetic control ring. I got the Wurrkos FC11 and WK30 and they have been excellent lights for the price. I end up gifted them to family members and they quite like it.
Diving lights should be simple and foolproof. You’re underwater and accidentally hit strobe, and 100s of cuttlefish will swarm you trying to have sex with you and you’ll drownd.
There is one problem with infinitely variable lights, magnetic ring or firmware. Consistency. If I get a run time at a certain output, it’s next to impossible to replicate that output and get the run time needed. Well you probably could but, it’s going to require more equipment than just a flashlight and a battery. Playing with our lights out in the back yard or around the house is one thing. Being underwater, with a limited supply of air, I would want to know exactly how much light I have left at a easy to access brightness level. That same light could be used for any activity that required you to know to the second, what you got. And I’m not carrying around extra crap just for a little light.
HDS are nice lights. Built to last and built to a standard that won’t be sacrificed for any reason. Good, bet your life on, type lights.
Variable brightness hobby lights aren’t really my thing. I have a few but they don’t get much pocket time. I also don’t have variable length knives or variable round count pistol magazines.
Looking good! There’s definitely a place for simple, easy to use lights in and out of the water.
Just wondering though, is 350lm a good low level for divers? I can imagine there might be times when a lower level might be needed when closely inspecting items.
I was told the driver is FET direct drive. I agree that 350lm could be a bit lower for using as a low mode in some situations. I asked if it's possible to keep it lower than this. Maybe they can offer four instead of three selectable modes in the future. Maybe this will be an improvement for the next batch, we will see. :-)
I do not know any prices yet but I expect DL30 to be in a very reasonable budget range. As usual, I try my best to get us a nice discount. ;-)