XinTD C8

Well, I just pulled the trigger on this light. Believe it or not, I have yet to buy any of the c8 lights since I started hanging out here. I was already looking at these Panasonic 3100mAh protected batteries. http://www.intl-outdoor.com/panasonic-ncr18650a-3100mah-liion-battery-p-213.html I bought two. I am thinking that this battery would be similar to the AW version. Of course, thinking always got me in trouble.

This was my second order from International Outdoor.

The first one took 11 days to deliver. This one took 13 days. The packages came registered and had to be signed for.

The flashlight is about .5 inch longer and heavier all over than the Ultrafire and KD C8s.

My KD C8 is noticeably brighter than the XinTD, however, the XinTD is still quite bright.

I measured tailcap Amps on both with a fresh Xtar 2600.

The XinTD light drew 2.4A and the KD C8 drew 3.3A

By comparison, my Trustfire X9 draws 2.8A with the same battery and blows away the C8 style lights for throw.

ANTI-NOWHERE-LEAGUE, most of the flashlights on this planet are made in Shenzhen, there are few flashlight manufacturing companies that are not from Shenzhen. My statement was only regarding the location of the Intl-Outdoor, not the location where the products are manufactured.

How did I miss those c8 holsters!

If I get 2.4A out of it, it will be OK. I can't have everything direct drive. I have been wanting a C8 size light, but was holding out for a 3-mode. Hopefully this light will turn out to be a good sturdy general purpose light that I am not afraid to let someone else use.

Me too. I saw them last night after my order was already made. I also forgot that International Outdoors carried the battery carrier that supposedly fits the Dry. If I didn't have my head up my "you know where", I would have ordered a couple of holsters and a spare carrier.

I just got my shipping notice. I will see how this order goes and probably get the holsters and carrier next time.

Link please

I might do that. I hate wasting money, even Hanks, e.g., sending a ten dollar order across the ocean just because I can. I do want the holsters and battery carrier though.

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that ebay alternative is driven only 1.4A and probably worse quality

That is a C10 model.

There are dozens of C8 and several C10 designs on the market, so there are plenty of "alternatives".

There's isn't a runtime advantage in the 1.4A since the ones driven at 3A can be used on medium for the same output, (50% of 3A).

Is this then the best-built C8 on the market? It's certainly not the cheapest, but I'm looking for something in this form-factor that's nicely made.

I have been very well impressed with my XinTD C8. I bought one when they first came out. It looks, performs and feels like it should sell for more money.

I see that the current batch has the well respected 105c driver.

If there is a better C8 on the market, I have never seen it.

Is this legoable with other C8s? From KD, etc? Say I want to change just the body tube (which I might, since I'm not keen on the logo.)

Not great. KD "C8" XM-L (noname) and Ebay UF C8 XR-E are substantially different. Different reflector and different pill .... not interchangeable. Total length is different too.

A lot of C8's might look the same, but have different measurements, especially on threads and diameters. I've had 3 different brands and there is very little interchangeability.

The XinTD is refered to as a "C8" only because of its general size and shape and 42mm lens and reflector. The actual model number is SC-82.

The original C8 is the Ultrafire, all others are clones or just similar flashlights.

About the only part of the XinTD that is the same is the 42mm lens.

Compared to other "C8" style lights, the XinTD is about .5 inch longer and heavier built. The XinTD uses a special reflector that screws into the pill which screws into the body. That results in outstanding heat sinking. The XinTD uses a top quality driver with choice of modes.

Does this light suffer with bad PWM like the UF980L?

With Nanjg 105c driver installed, you will have a hard time noticing PWM.

It´s a good one, far better driver PWM-wise than in 980L.

Thanks CheapThrills, this light is really ticking the boxes, does it tailstand?

Yes, it does.