REVIEW: ZEBRALIGHT H502d (HEADLIGHT)
DESCRIPTION
Led type : Philips lux rebel ( CT: 5000K, CRI: 85, “daylight”) 170 lumens max
Battery : 1.5V AA battery only (does not support 14500)
Beam type : Flood ( 120 degree )
Switch : Push button
Mode : Low, Medium, High ( additional programable sub level to each of the 3 main levels )
Waterproof: IPX 8 ( 2 meters, 30 minutes )
Weight : 29g ( Headlight only )
NEW FEATURES
- Battery level indicator ( 4 quick clicks when off to trigger, flashes 1-4 times )
- Low battery level indicator ( flash once every 80 secs when battery is low voltage )
- Glow In The Dark, GITD reflector ( Instead of convectional GITD “O” ring on the len )
The package comes with the normal cardboard box that has been used since the release of ZL H501 (H50,H30, H60 come in different packaging). It includes 2 ‘O’ rings headlight rubber holder (black) and strap.
View of the GITD reflector. The purpose of this “reflector” simply provide good visibility of the headlamp in the dark due to the large surface area and play no part in the throw of the beam ( there is no hotspot or spill )
The tail cap has a slight cosmetic change compare to the previous models released. Previous models tail cap are all completely flat and straight throughout. This change in design does not affect the tailstand capability.
The clip design is similar to the ones use on H31/H51. Personally, this design is more favourable as it can be easily remove/install compared to the screw in type.
From left to right, H600w, SC51w, H501W, H502d
SOME THOUGHTS
Some view this as the upgrade version of the H501 ( do not know if this is ZL intention ). Well, as H501 has a 80 degree beam type compared to H502 120 degree, this seem to raise some questions. Personally, I use headlight for close up work and perhaps some slow movement in confine space and the full flood makes almost everything near you visible.
There is also an issue of a green glowing ring in the outer diameter of rhe beam.Well, on my H502d, it is hardly noticeable in real life usage. Unless it is used in white wall hunting,still the effect is not that disturbing.not sure how it is on H502 or H502c. ( H502w yet to release )
One thing to note. The H502d that I have actually flashes once every 8 to 10 seconds when the battery voltage is low (measured mine at 0.9v) instead of the 80 seconds as mentioned by zebralight.Maybe mine is faulty, but i perfer it this way.
I have already dropped mine fom a meter to the concrete floor. Believe the it landed on the bezel. theres some slight blemishes on the bezel but it is still working fine till now.
Overall, This headlight serve its purpose well for up close work. Will not recommand it for jogging purpose as it does not throw that well. The tint of this version is one of my favourite so far. I will say that it another nice product made by ZL from my experiences with the usage of this light so far.
Thank you for viewing.