A few words for ThruNite Neutron 2C :

The Neutron 2C V3 micro-USB chargeable flashlight adopts a latest CREE XP-L V6 LED to make output up to 1100 lumens with the combination of an interesting ramping UI .

Overview/Specifications :

• LED: XP-L V6 with a lifespan of 20+ years of run time.
• Compatible with: 18650 × 1, 18350 × 1, CR123A x 2, 16340 × 1, 16340 × 2
• Working Voltage: 2.7 – 9.0 V.
• Output mode/Runtime:
  Strobe(650 lumens /5 hrs)
  Turbo(1100 lumens /2.2 hrs)
  Infinity High(650 lumens /2.7 hrs)
  Infinity Low(12 lumens /130 hrs)
  Firefly(0.5 lumens /49 days).
• Peak Beam Intensity: 14399cd (max).
• Max beam distance: 240m (max).
• Impact resistant: 1 meter.
• Waterproof to IPX-8 Standard (2meters).
• Weight: 86g without battery.
• Dimensions: 125 mm in length x 25.4 mm in body diameter.
• Accessories: Holster x1, Spare O-rings x2, Lanyard x1, Pocket Clip x1, 18650 3400mAh Battery x1, USB Charging Cord x1

First Look :

Flashlight in it’s box , the classic brown Thrunite box , which i have to admit that i really like :

Package Contains :

• Flashlight
• Holster
• User manual
• “Thank you” card
• Lanyard
• 2x O-rings
• Pocket Clip
• E-switch rubber “sealing”
• 2x extra charging port rubber sealings
• Thrunite 18650 3400mAh battery (inside the light)

A closer look :

Here we have latest Thrunite flashlight , the Neutron 2C . Another all-in-one solution , like the tc12 v2 but i would dare to say with a better UI (that we will discuss later) :

What’s special about this light ? A battery tube that accepts a lot of different battery combinations with the use of a removable extension tube :

Light with the small tube :

And now length is only ~94mm :

Let’s get in the details now !

Flashlight’s head has a nice minimal design , with the metal e-switch and the charging port on the back side .
Through the e-switch you control the flashlight . Notice also the little led in the center of the switch , which works as a battery/charging indicator :

Back side , with the USB charging port :

Flashlight has a SMO reflector and AR coated lens :

Reflector is deep ! In the center you can see the nice cree xp-l :

The pocket clip which is also removable :

Tube has kind of aggressive knurling , but i think it adds a lot of grip :

The end of the tube is flat , and has a small hole on the side that accepts a lanyard :

Nice , “square” & anodized threads :

Here is a photo of the positive terminal that the battery makes contact :

Flashlight’s Holster :

Holster is designed for Neutron 2C , it’s a pefect fit! :

Battery :

This is the battery that comes with the light :

It is button top , protected , but it has a high discharge rate :

Actual capacity tested : 3430 mAh

How it works (&modes) :

Turn ON/OFF :
Single click the switch to turn the light on and off.

Shortcuts from OFF :
Long press the switch to get firefly mode.
Double click the switch to get turbo mode.

To Change Modes:
When the light is on , long press the side switch to increase or decrease flashlight’s brightness , wherever you want , in the 12-640 lumens range. If the light blinks , it means you’re in the min or max setting , and it will start to ramp in the opposite direction if you don’t stop pressing the e-switch .
Double click from any mode to turbo, another double click to get strobe.

Memory Function :
The light will turn on in the last mode accessed, except firefly, turbo and strobe.

Ramping mode video or gif :

Coming soon…

Battery Indicator :

When you’re in ramping or turbo , the little led in the center of the e-switch works as a battery indicator .

Usb Charging / Indicator meaning etc :

When the flashlight is being charged , RED led is on , but after being fully charged, BLUE Led will be on. It takes around 4 hours to fully charge the 3400mAh battery.

Charging Current : 1.00 A (pic here )
Termination Voltage : 4.19 – 4.20 V

Measurements :

Thrunite 3400mAh battery was used in all measurements

Lumens :

• Firefly – < 1 lumen
• Ramping min – 12 lumens
• Ramping max – 640 lumens
• Turbo – 1072 lumens

Note : Tested flashlight’s performance with an Enercig IMR 18350 and found out that the light performs as good as with the 18650 (but with lower runtimes of course) .

Intensity : 12,7kcd

My runtime tests :

Turbo mode :

Ramping max :

Over 90% of the total output (about 580 otf lumens) for about 110 minutes .

Beamshots :

Wall @ 12m :

Control shot :

Turbo :

Ramping max :

Ramping min (a little over exposed to be seen) :

My flashlight is the cool white version but tint isn’t green , but a tiny bit rosy .

Conclusion :

Here are my thoughts about this flashlight… It is a great light , made with high quality components and a really good anodization (and it has been proven from older beaten up Thrunite lights) . It is a good all-in-one solution if i could describe it in a few words . The flexible ramping UI is very useful , letting the user select the desired brightness without the limit of the 3 or 5 modes , and great shortcuts in moon / last used mode / turbo . It accepts a lot of different batteries combination , which i find really handy … With a bit over 1000 lumens on it’s max setting , a nice tint (my CW tint is rosy without a hint of green) , a nice battery indicator and a fast usb charger inside the light i believe it is a great choice if you look a flashlight that can fulfill most of your needs .

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Comment if you want me to check something on the flashlight , or tell your opinion . Thanks !

Official Website : http://www.thrunite.com
Amazon US : http://amazon.com/thrunite
ThruNite Neutron 2C : http://www.thrunite.com/thrunite-neutron-2c-v3-1100-lumen-flashlight/

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