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 .
Voltage | Above 3.2V | 3-3.2V | 2.8-3V | Below 2.8V |
Indicator Color | Blue | Flashing Red | Red | Flashlight turns off |
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.
Voltage | 2.7-4.19V (Charging) | 4.2V (Full) | Error (Ex No battery inside OR damaged battery |
Indicator Color | Red | Blue | Purple |
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 .
More info can be found in my detailed review
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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/
Be sure to try coupon code JULY for 20% off until July 16th .
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
Reserved for updates
15/7 – Updated Usb charging / Battery indicator / Conclusion
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
You can use code “JULY” at www.thrunite.com until the 16th of July 2017 to get 20% off, if you don’t mind me saying Mr. giorgoskok…
Cool little light. A nice e-switch alternative to the S2, with its 18350 compatibility. The UI is good, the same as the thrunite TH20 headlamp I think. Although the ramping seems slow compared to my lights with Toykeeper’s ramping FW flashed.
I saw it from your thread and i was just trying to see if the code works
Added already in the review , thanks !
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
Personally i like the “slow” ramping , for easier control (finding the suitable brighness) .
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
Can you reverse the ramping by releasing the switch and holding it again?
Hey that sounds like an iteration of Narsil.
Yes you can .
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
Perfect! That’s so much nicer than the TC12 then.
I am a big fan of ramping
, so i was excited since the announcement of this light .
What i really like and i think it will be useful for the average user is they big variety of batteries that it accepts , from 1*18650 / 1*18350 to 2*16340 / 2*18350 etc .
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
It is working,it is working…
In your beam images you light up a plant pot. What kind of plant is it and is it native to Greece? Great review.
I hear that the battery rattles in the tube quite a bit…is this the case?
I ordered one. Came out to $39.96 with the discount code. Free shipping too.
Boycott Nike
Great price, I ordered one too!
Excellent! I plan on using mine with an 18350. I have a few Efest 900mAh’s in stock. I really like that it’s flexible with battery sizes.
Boycott Nike
Thanks ! Haha i can’t really remember it’s name , but i will reply here when i do
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Also , updated in the first post the output/time diagram , on the highest brightness of the ramping mode . Over 90% of the total output (about 580 otf lumens) for about 110 minutes …
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With the provided 3400mAh battery , it rattles but only a little . Maybe with unprotected and/or slimmer batteries there is a biggest issue .
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
The rattling is easy to fix. Just wrap a post-it note around the battery. No more rattle.
Boycott Nike
This thread died rather quickly. Anyway, mine shipped. I should have it in a few days.
Boycott Nike
Didn’t have time to update the review , tomorrow is the time
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
Very cool. Looking forward to it
Boycott Nike
Does the switch stay lit in all cases?
I prefer the battery indication to signal on activation then turn off, for all battery states; signal intermittently (say every 10 seconds) during use only when the battery is below 25%; every 5 seconds when the battery is below 20%; then not signal during use but step down the output when the battery is below 15% to prolong remaining runtime.
Great price but I still don’t want to risk getting a green NW.
Updated the thread : Usb charging / Battery indicator / Conclusion
I wasn’t happy with the UI video so i will give it another try .
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Yes it stays on all the time , in every mode except firefly mode .
TC12 V2 nw had a great tint , this light is CW and tint is pure white , and maybe a little rosy on the edges .
Really happy with the light so far …
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
Mine arrived today. So far I’m really liking it. It runs fairly hot in the turbo mode, but not hot enough to be of any concern. I haven’t measured battery life yet on the Efest 900mAh 18350 I’m using, but it does seem to do pretty good. The tint is supposed to be cool white, to my eyes it’s closer to a neutral white
Boycott Nike
Do you think it’s a little rosy too ?
It’s probably a CW tint i could live with …
- George
My Reviews : KDlight C8 / ThruNite Archer 1A V3 / Thorfire C8s / ThruNite TN12 (2016) / Utorch UT01 / Utorch UT02 / Jetbeam WL-S2 (xp-l) / ThruNite TC12 V2 / Massdrop Brass AAA / Manker LAD / Lumintop SD26 / ThruNite Mini TN30 (3x xm-l2) / Qualilite D81 / Nitecore MH20GT / Odepro TM30 / Klarus XT30R / Nitecore NU20 CRI / Ultrafire XM-L2 / Foursevens Mini MK II / Manker E02 / Manker E14 II / Teekland Flashlights / Lumintop Elfin / Thorfire S70S / ThruNite Neutron 2C / Jaxman M8 / KDLITKER C8.2 / Zanflare F1 / Nitecore Concept 1 / Emisar D4 / Astrolux MF-01 / ThruNite TC10 V3 / Amutorch JM70 (xpl hi)
Boycott Nike
I see no indication of electronic lockout… does it have it?
EDC rotation:
FW1A, LH351D 4000k (second favorite)
FW3A, LH351D 3500k
FW3A, SST20 FD2 4000k
FW3A, Nichia 4000k sw40 r9080 (favorite light!)
FW3A, Cree XP-L Hi 5A3
Emisar D4V2, SST20 4000k
S2+, XM-L2 T6 4C
I believe not a single Thrunite has electronic lockout, which I pity.
…so we unscrew the “tail caps”
Sure it works. I just find electronic lockout… well sexy. Especially if you get like a feedback from the illuminated switch with a couple of blinks.
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