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buckten
157
May 12, 2017
MD description says you can use 18350. If someone puts two 18350's in this light (assuming they would fit), it will fry the light. Using two 350's will equal 8.4 volts, which will fry the driver. Misleading. A single 18350 is a little longer than half the size of an 18650 and would never make contact. Since this light will run on 2 CR123's, by MD's description, people will think two 18350's will be ok, and it's not. Also, you cannot use 2 16340's. An 16340 is a rechargeable CR123. They are commonly seen as a "RCR123", hence the "R" meaning rechargeable.
Susboyyy
0
May 12, 2017
bucktenDude. 1-18650 will fit perfectly in there. Don't know what nonsense you just wrote. Thanks for the laught though haha.
buckten
157
May 12, 2017
SusboyyyThanks for misreading my post, and massdrop's description. The joke is on you. Of course a single 18650 is what the light is designed for. But it's not designed for two 18350's or two 16340's. Read up on lithium ion batteries and maybe you'll understand, instead of making juvenile reddit type comments here
TearsOfWar
32
May 12, 2017
buckten
  • "High mode (2 CR123 batteries): 1,000 lumens, 45 min
  • High mode (18650 battery): 1,000 lumens, 1 hr
  • Medium mode (2 CR123 batteries): 280 lumens, 3.5 hrs
  • Medium mode (18650 battery): 280 lumens, 5.25 hrs
  • Low mode (2 CR123 batteries): 55 lumens, 20 hrs
  • Low mode (18650 battery): 55 lumens, 28 hrs
  • Ultra-low mode (2 CR123 batteries): 1 lumen, 300 hrs
  • Ultra-low mode (18650 battery): 1 lumen, 520 hrs"

  • Nowhere does it mention using two 18350's.
buckten
157
May 12, 2017
TearsOfWarRuntimes have nothing to do with what I was talking about.
Read the Massdrop description again. " Batteries: CR123, RCR123, or 18350 " (cut and pasted from their description)
The use of an 18650 is Captain Obvious, it says so in the title. The problem is, you have to use two CR123 batteries if you want to use CR123's. People are going to see 18350 and feel they have to use two, because 1 is half the size of an 18650. Granted, two 18350's are slightly longer than an 18650, so they may not fit lengthwise. But they might since Nitecore affords a lot of room in their tube lights.
My whole point is, rechargeable lithium ion cells are 4.2volts fully charged. If you put two in this light, you will have 8.4volts and you will fry the driver. CR123 primary batteries are 3volt. Two of these make 6volt.
The other problem with this description is "RCR123". An RCR123 is actually a rechargeable 16340 lithium ion cell that fully charges to 4.2volts. You put two RCR123's into this light, you will fry the driver.
18650 = 18mm diameter, 65mm long. 4.2v fully charged 18350 = 18mm diameter, 35mm long. 4.2v fully charged 16340(RCR123) = 16mm diameter, 34mm long. 4.2v fully charged CR123 = 16mm diameter, 34mm long. 3v not rechargeable
If you look at Nitecore's description, it says (1) 18650 or (2) CR123, and nothing else. And it says that for a reason. http://flashlight.nitecore.com/product/p12gt
Get it?
TearsOfWar
32
May 13, 2017
bucktenCopy and paste where it says to use TWO 18350 batteries in the description, otherwise you should delete your post.
TearsOfWar
32
May 13, 2017
buckten"Nitecore P12GT 1000-lumen Flashlight (18650) 1,000 Lumens in a Compact Package Built into the Nitecore P12GT’s aerospace-grade aluminum alloy body is a CREE XP-L HI V3 LED, which pumps out 1,000 lumens on its highest setting and casts a beam over 1,000 feet. Along with SOS, Location Beacon, and Strobe functions, the flashlight’s four brightness levels offer a variety of custom lighting modes for any situation. 1.5-meter impact resistant and IPX8 waterproof, this torch is sturdy enough to take anywhere and lasts for up to 520 hours on its lowest setting. Advanced temperature regulation keeps it cool during lengthy usage, too. Plus, it comes with a holster, lanyard and spare O-ring for added convenience.Note: This drop is limited to 100 units. Specs
  • Material: Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
  • LED: CREE XP-L HI V3
  • Max output: 1,000 lumens
  • Max beam distance: 320 m (1,050 ft)
  • Max run time: 20 hrs (0.83 d)
  • Peak beam intensity: 25,700 cd
  • High mode (2 CR123 batteries): 1,000 lumens, 45 min
  • High mode (18650 battery): 1,000 lumens, 1 hr
  • Medium mode (2 CR123 batteries): 280 lumens, 3.5 hrs
  • Medium mode (18650 battery): 280 lumens, 5.25 hrs
  • Low mode (2 CR123 batteries): 55 lumens, 20 hrs
  • Low mode (18650 battery): 55 lumens, 28 hrs
  • Ultra-low mode (2 CR123 batteries): 1 lumen, 300 hrs
  • Ultra-low mode (18650 battery): 1 lumen, 520 hrs
  • Reflector: SMO
  • Batteries: CR123, RCR123, or 18350
  • Modes: Location beacon, SOS, strobe
  • Beam color: White light
  • Advanced temperature regulation
  • Thermoelectric separation technology
  • Power indicator
  • Reverse polarity protection
  • IPX-8 Waterproof
  • 1.5m impact resistant
  • Tail stand
  • Dimensions: 5.5 x 1 in (14 x 2.5 cm)
  • Weight: 3.2 oz (91 g)
Included
  • Holster
  • Clip
  • Tactical ring
  • Lanyard
  • Spare tail cap cover
  • Spare O-ring
Shipping All orders will be shipped by the vendor.Estimated ship date is June 7, 2017.After the drop ends, payment will be collected. To deliver the best value to the group the request will then be submitted to the vendor up front, making all sales final. Be sure to check the discussion page for updates. "
I just literally copy and pasted everything and NOWHERE does it say or mention what you are claiming. The only line you are flipping your lid about that I can think of is "Batteries: CR123, RCR123, or 18350." Get a grip. It literally tells you what batteries you can use and how long it will last on what levels.
buckten
157
May 14, 2017
TearsOfWarAnd you can't use two of the three listed there. Jesus Christ man. I think you need to "get a grip". You obviously know sh.. about batteries
buckten
157
May 14, 2017
TearsOfWar
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To illustrate it for you. The first two rows are ok to use. The second two rows will blow your light up.
How are you going to use just one in a tube designed for a 71mm cell? That's my point. People will want to slide two in, just like sliding in two CR123's. Nitecore doesn't recommend them. The question is, why did MD add those battery specs, when they dangerous and non existent specs on Nitecore's site?
But you go ahead and put two RCR123's in your light. Wish I could be there, would be funny to see smoke come out of your light and watch you complain about losing your warranty.
TearsOfWar
32
May 14, 2017
bucktenhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PyRaBy_a4M Guess his light should have been up in smoke. Yeah, double R(echargeable) CR123's are fine for this light.
buckten
157
May 14, 2017
TearsOfWarHe is using an older discontinued 250 lumen Fenix PD30, not a Nitecore. The driver in the PD30 must be rated for 9v. If it's not, it will eventually fail. Not sure why you are using that as an example
TearsOfWar
32
May 14, 2017
bucktenHere's a THOROUGH review of the P12GT: http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?413438-Nitecore-P12GT-(XP-L-HI-V3-1x18650-or-2x(R)CR123A)-Review It states that it CAN use two RCR 123 batteries.
buckten
157
May 15, 2017
TearsOfWarThanks, I had one about 6 months ago and gave it to my Brother. If they were safe to use, Nitecore would publish it, but they specifically didn't. That review says that it can "accommodate 2x (R)CR123's" , which means they will fit. He never said he used them, and he only tested 18650's. But go for it. Just don't blame Nitecore when your flashlight flashes once then no longer works.