FENIX CL25R - Rechargeable lantern

FENIX CL25R - rechargeable lantern

The Fenix CL25R is a practical portable rechargeable lantern that can be used to illuminate a room, tent or workbench. The high-brightness LEDs hidden under the cylindrical diffuser provide up to 350 lumens (ANSI) of light with a neutral shade of white light and last up to 600 hours.

The lantern is powered by a 2300 mAh 18650 li-ion battery (included), which charges directly in the lantern via a micro-USB connector. In case of emergency, the lantern can also be powered by two disposable CR123A batteries.

The lantern offers a total of six lighting modes, including a red light that does not interfere with the eyes' adaptation to darkness. Thanks to the durable and shockproof construction with IPX-6 protection, the lantern can be safely used even in inclement weather (heavy rain). The top side of the lantern has a hanging eye and the bottom side has a strong neodymium magnet, so it can be easily hung or attached to anything iron.

The mounting options are further extended by the tripod thread, which is also on the underside of the lantern. Thanks to its compact dimensions and weight of 177 grams, the lantern is particularly suitable for camping and hiking. All lantern parameters (luminous flux, battery life, waterproofness, range and shock resistance) are measured in accordance with ANSI/NEMA FL 1-2009.

Package contents: lantern, Fenix 18650 2300 mAh battery, spare o-ring and USB cable

Warranty: five years on lantern, two years on battery.

Parameters

• High-bright SMD diodes with neutral light tint and red LEDs
• Six power modes
• Digitally controlled for constant brightness.
• 18650 battery with 2300 mAh capacity included
• Lantern can also be powered by two disposable CR123A batteries
• Charges via micro-USB connector
• Freezeproof design
• Protection against accidental insertion of the battery in reverse (reverse polarity)
• Memory for last set mode (not valid for red light modes)
• Shockproof against falls from a height of 1.5 meters
• Waterproof to IPX-6 standard
• Omnidirectional diffuser for a wide, even light cone with a range of up to 25 meters
• Top side with hanging eye
• Thread for tripod mounting
• Bottom side with neodymium magnet for attachment to anything ferrous

Power Modes:

Measured with the included 18650 li-ion battery with 2300 mAh capacity: 350 lumens: (2.3 hours) -> 200 lumens (5 hours) -> 50 lumens (23.75 hours) -> 0.8 lumens (600 hours) -> red LED 1.5 lumens (44 hours) -> red flash 1.5, lumens
Measured with two CR123A batteries: 350 lumens (2.5 hours) -> 200 lumens (4.2 hours) -> 50 lumens (18.9 hours) -> 0.8 lumens (500 hours) -> red LED 1.5 lumens (42 hours) -> red flash 1.5 lumens

Using
Fenix CL25R There may be a black insulating cap on the battery inside the lantern from the factory. Remove it from the battery pack before first use. To turn on or off, hold the top button down for 1 second. The four power levels are switched by pressing the button, the red light is activated by pressing the button twice quickly. Another press switches to red flashing mode and a double press returns to white light mode. Overheat protection - when operating in 350 lumen turbo mode, the flashlight will switch to the second highest mode after 10 minutes. Low battery warning - the button will flash red and the flashlight will gradually switch to the lowest mode automatically.

Charging the Fenix CL25R lantern
To charge the lantern, remove the rubber cap of the micro-USB connector. Connect it using the included USB cable to a computer, mains USB adapter or car USB adapter. A standard mobile phone charger with a micro-USB connector can also be used for charging. The button on the top glows red during charging, and glows green when recharged. The battery does not suffer from a memory effect, so it can be recharged at any time and there is no need to wait until it is discharged. Charging a fully discharged battery takes about 2.5 - 4 hours (depending on the strength of the charging source used). During charging, the lantern can be lit in 0.8 and 50 lumen modes.

Please note
Do not disassemble the sealed parts yourself, this will violate the warranty. If disposable CR123A batteries are used, do not attempt to charge them in the lantern. If the flashlight flickers, does not switch to higher power modes, or does not light up, it may be due to one of the following reasons: The battery is almost dead - charge it. The electrical contacts are dirty - clean them with a cotton ball dipped in alcohol.

Material: aluminum alloy and durable plastic
Dimensions: 5.2 cm (diameter) x 9.9 cm (height)
Weight: 177 grams (including battery)
Luminous flux: 350 lumens
Range: 25 m

Bottom line, the Fenix CL25R is one hell of a handy light helper. I believe this superlight will serve me for a good number of fishing seasons. Jiri