[Review] Sofirn SP32A V2.0 (with runtime graph)

Update… I just added more pics to the OP

Sofirn has provided a 20% off coupon code for the new SP32A V2.0 for Amazon: RFQ9UA5J

They also mentioned that they have sent the gold and silver versions to Amazon; they should be available in 7-10 days. :partying_face:

That’s Cool hopefully the code works after they arrive and they don’t set a limit on how many you can order I just got the Black one this week and really like it and would definitely get a couple more.

Any idea if this new 2.0v will work on turbo with a protected NCR18650B cell? I see from your specs you say turbo is pulling 2.86A and I think that may be the absolute max a protected NCR can do?

Ok, I just tried with a protected NCR18650B that was at 4.07 volts (resting) and got 2.83 amps. So yup, it’ll work! Oh, and the cell seemed to fit ok too.

Thanks for taking the time to do that gchart, I was hoping it would work on the newer version Last week I ordered the pale gold version.

Since it uses a buck driver, the current draw will rise as battery voltage drops.

That said, the NCR18650B is safe for at least 3.5A continuous discharge. The discharge limit on a protected cell is going to depend on the protection circuit, which will vary depending on whoever added the protection circuit.

I have a some NCR's with the seiko pcb and other NCR's with what is probably a no name board, so will try them both and see how it goes.

Nice review! The coupon does not seems to be working anymore. Anyone got a new coupon? :money_mouth_face:

I got 30% off using M2AQQJ9Q last night. If that code doesn’t work let me know

I got a pale gold SP32a v2.0 last week and I really like it. Solid little thing and no problem using my protected ncr18650b in it.

Does this light need protected or unprotected batteries?

I use unprotected batteries in mine. Double check the “runtime” section of the review. It has a low voltage indicator, steps down, and I saw no danger of getting the battery too low.

Is the battery it comes with protected? Also does this flashlight shutdown before it runs down the battery enough to cause danger?

Sofirn SP32A V2.0 flashlight bundle dropped the price to $29.99, the 30% coupon still works on it!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F8QTB2N

I like this light except how you have to twist the endcap to keep it from turning on in pocket. I end up having to use 2 hand to turn it on and off. Does anyone else find this annoying?

Darn — no go on the coupon.

I don’t really, it takes little time for me to do a two hand turnon. And if need be I can still do a one hand turn on…. tailcap first then flip the light around & hit the button to light things up.

I’m a bit late to the party, but mine just arrived and it also has a lockout mode. When you quickly press the switch 4 times (when off), the light flashes 2 times and enters lockout mode. When you want to switch it on, you first have to do 4 quick presses again, so it will leave lockout mode and switch on.

You can still twist the end cap when not using it for a long time to stop the standby drain.

Nice. Not too late, it’s still a great flashlight!