Not long ago, Fenix (Phoenix) upgraded C6 to the third generation again, with higher brightness, magnetic tail cap, and C-mount direct charging that keeps pace with the times, all showing full sincerity. Of course, the pace of the C series did not stop, and the brand new C7 arrived. It is a 21700 mid-head flashlight with a maximum lumens of 3000 lumens (twice that of C6 V3.0). As a series positioned as a "high-performance industrial flashlight", the performance of C7 is undoubtedly stronger in the same series, and it can be even more powerful in night operations. Let's walk into this new flashlight together, let's get a comprehensive look at it together:
Because it is a prototype to test, only the flashlight body and a 5000 mAh 21700 in-house factory are available. lithium battery. The packaging, paper products and other accessories are all owed. Just open the door and take a look at the host:
Like other models of our own, the C7 barrel uses a black painted A6061-T aluminum alloy shell, and the surface is HAIII hard anodized anti-wear treatment . As an industrial flashlight, it is very durable.
The whole flashlight is about 149mm long, and the diameter of the tube head reaches 40mm (the body is 27mm), which belongs to the middle-head flashlight. In terms of size, compared with the C6 V3.0 at hand, the tube head is larger, the tube body is thicker, and the size is also a bit fatter. But in terms of design language, the two can be said to be in the same line. From the knurled thread, the side press/C port layout, to the magnetic design on the tail cover, it is exactly the same. It can also be said to be a family heritage.
The bare metal weighs about 172 grams, and it is still very safe to hold. In addition, there are anti-skid knurls on the barrel and tail cover, but the former is a horizontal thread and the latter is a vertical thread. In the design, C7 is simple and capable, and the grip is also very comfortable.
The only side press is light gray gum,There are dents on the nameplate, and the feel feedback is good. In the logic of the button, to avoid accidental touch of the pocket, long press for 0.5 seconds to switch the machine (of course, you can also directly double-click to lock it for safety), and short press to switch gears in the power-on state. Press and hold in any state to enter the flashing mode (click again to switch between the flashing and SOS).
There is also an integrated battery indicator function on the neck side button. When the switch is turned off, you can intuitively know the remaining battery power through its red and green lights (the red and green lights are always on and flashing). There are four states in total, green input means sufficient, red flashing means urgent, battery needs to be replaced/charged).
The symmetrical with the side press is the TYPE-C charging port which is tightly wrapped by a dust-proof rubber plug. If the plug head can match the color of the side press, it will be more uniform. It is worth mentioning that C7 supports high-current charging, and it only takes about 3 hours to fully charge the battery.
Hand rope hole close-up: The waterproof rating of the flashlight is IP68 (1 meter drop resistance), which is sufficient to deal with various complex weather when working outdoors.
The magnetic attraction at the tail is still very strong. As a work lamp, the magnetic attraction can be easily attached to an iron work platform, which is very practical. In addition, through the holding clip and hand strap on the barrel, the flashlight can be easily inserted and clipped on the trouser pocket and backpack when carrying it, and it is fastened to the wrist to prevent it from falling off during operation.
Details of the gold-plated spring inside the tail cap: as a brand cylinder, the quality of Fenix's workmanship is beyond doubt. Its intelligent temperature control and intelligent downshift will automatically downshift when the flashlight is turned on in an extremely bright state or when the power is LOW, when the temperature is too high or the remaining power continues to be too low, it will automatically downshift to maintain the comfort of the handheld and extend the use time of the flashlight. When the temperature drops or the flashlight is turned off, the gear will be automatically restored/released.
The factory comes standard with a 5000mAh 21700 large capacity lithium ion battery (model Fenix ARB-L21).If you go out for high-intensity work, you can choose more batteries (original factory recommended) to improve the battery life of the flashlight.
This Fenix C7 is equipped with a Lumens SST70 LED lamp, its life span can reach 50,000 hours. With a glossy deep cup, its light-gathering performance is very good.
3000 lumens (light intensity 55200 candela) under extremely bright, the longest range can reach 470 meters. There are a total of five constant-bright positions. The brightness and range of the high-brightness, medium-brightness, low-brightness and energy-saving gears are 1400 LM (300 meters), 400 LM (160 meters), 100 LM (80 meters), 30 LM (45 meters). M), the battery life can reach 68 hours under the energy-saving gear. 100 lumens under SOS. The following figure shows the brightness switching comparison of each level:
can illuminate the entire wall when highlighted:
Fenix C7 has a good wide range of compatibility. Excellent large aperture, large flood area. The light beam is concentrated, and the central spot can illuminate the distant target. While ensuring a good paving effect, it also has a certain search ability.
You can see a clear beam of light when shooting at night. Whether it is daily commuting, night patrols, and operations, it is very suitable. The deeper glossy cup also takes into account long-range shots, and it is better to take into account the balance between short-range and long-range shots.
The flashlight's flooding performance is good,The area covered by the light is very wide, and both the surrounding environment and the objects being illuminated in the distance are all bright.
The longest range can reach 470 meters under extremely bright, and the bridge holes in the distance can also be illuminated and clearly visible.
Summary: As the latest masterpiece of the main "industrial flashlight" C series, Fenix C7 performed satisfactorily. C port direct charging has sufficient convenience, supports high current, and greatly shortens the charging time. The family-style exterior design is calm and handsome. It is easy to carry and operate with the holding clip and magnetic attraction. The brightness of 3000 lumens is enough for friends who work at night and commute daily. In short, this is a recommended flashlight.
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