JETBeam JET-1 MK 480lm XP-G2 14500/ AA
Overview:
Brand: JetBeam
Model: JET-1
Price: $21.99 (for discount)
Emitter: CREE XP-G2 Cool White
Brightness: 480LM (manufacturer rated)
Mode: 3 Modes
Peak beam intensity: 4,200cd
Lens: Toughened Ultra-clear mineral glass with Anti-reflective Coating
Material: Aircraft grade aluminum alloy, military type III hard anodising
Mode Arrangement: Low, Mid, High
Mode Memory: Yes
Battery: 1*14500/ 1*AA
Net Weight: 16.7g (w/o battery)
Size: 19.5mm (head), 19mm (tail), 83mm (length)
Waterproof Standard: IPX-8 Standard Waterproof up to 2m
First Impression:
Close up look:
Weight:
User Interface:
Interesting Features:
Performance: Tailcap Amperage Readings
1) Tailcap measurement:
Low: mA
Mid: mA
High: A
Parasitic drain: --- μmA
Performance: Runtime
Beam Profile: Tint
Flashlights are projected to a sheet of white acrylic at a distance of 15cm.
PWM (Pulse Wave Modulation):
PWM is pretty obivous in Low and Medium mode when you are using 14500 rechargeable battery.
Size Comparison:
JET-1 MK's color and finishing matched my favorite Niteye flashlights.
What I Like About JETBeam JET-1 MK:
- Very attractive design. Typical JETBeam/ Niteye standard
- Excellent machining and finishing.
- Perfect EDC size.
- Support both 14500 and AA batteries.
- Good placement for logo, model, and serial number.
- Threads are smooth to operate and well lube.
What Needs to Be Improved:
- Lens fog up when light is turned on. Output level will be affected.
- Slight tint shift to cool temperature when head turns warm on High.
- JET-1 MK does not have a circular beam profile.
- Although the threads are smooth, I suspect the threads are a bit loose.
- Sample unit is slightly slanted when standing upright on tail.
- Tapped screw hole has very limited usage. Most likely it is going to attract dust from your pocket.
Conclusion:
Coming soon
Our Rating
Power: ★★★✩✩
Easy of Mod: ★★★✩✩
Price: ★★★★✩
Overall value: ★★✩✩✩
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