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Fenix HL18R USB Rechargeable Headlamp - AAA Compatible - DISCONTINUED

$54.95

MSRP: $73.00
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Color: Black

  • Black
  • Blue

Max Lumens:
400

Modes:
7

Battery:
AAA
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Product Overview

The HL18R is a compact USB rechargeable headlamp with extreme versatility. It features two separate beam options (spot and flood), six different lighting levels (plus SOS), and allows you the unique ability to use multiple options to power the headlamp. The simple operating system can quickly get you into utilizing the soft neutral beam that magnifies natural colors with a simple click of the button. The headlamp can blast a max output of 400 lumens and reach runtimes of up to 150 hours. If you find yourself in a situation when you can’t recharge the included 1300mAh battery, then you can simply pop-in three of your favorite AAA batteries to operate the light.
All of this is built into a ultra-light 2.8 ounce (80 gram) body being held in place by a remarkably comfortable headband with reflective strips and anti-slip design. This headlamp is the answer for your trainings in the early morning and late evening when the day needs extended; when chasing the fire flies won’t wait; or when that tent needs to be put up before your head can lay down. Count on the versatile design of the Fenix HL18R to be there for you.

Specifications

Max Lumens: 400
Max Beam Distance: 249 feet (76 meters)
Max Runtime: 150 hours
Lighting Modes: 4 brightness levels on spotlight, 2 brightness levels on floodlight, and SOS
Bulb Type: Cree XP-G3 warm white and Everlight 2835 white light
Size: Length: 2.27” (57.7mm) Width: 1.67” (42.3mm) Height: 1.46” (37mm)
Weight: 2.8 oz. (79.5g) including battery, headband & holder
Battery: Included 1300 mAh Li-polymer battery pack, headlamp is also compatible with 3 AAA batteries
Included: ARB-LP-1300 Li-polymer battery pack, headband and charging cable
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA

More Information

Additional Features of the Fenix HL18R

  • Cree XP-G3 warm white and Everlight 2835 white light, with lifespan of 50,000 hours.
  • 1300 mAh Li-polymer battery pack, compatible with 3 AAA Ni-MH/Alkaline batteries.
  • Ultralow standby current 1μA, reduces battery leakage with inserted dry cell.
  • Lockout function.
  • Dual switches for easy and fast operation.
  • Four spotlight plus two floodlight output levels.
  • Micro USB charging port, 5V/1A.
  • Battery level indication.
  • Spot beam angle of 13°, flood beam angle of 84°.
  • 60° tilt mechanism directs the beam where needed.
  • IP66 rated protection.
  • Made of quality plastics and aluminum, three times injection molding process saves O-ring.
Fenix HL18R USB Rechargeable Headlamp - AAA Compatible - DISCONTINUED specs chart

Runtime

Fenix HL18R USB Rechargeable Headlamp - AAA Compatible - DISCONTINUED runtime chart

Switches

Spotlight switch: for on/off, mode switching, lockout function and output selection on spotlight mode. 

Floodlight switch : for on/off, mode switching, lockout function and output selection on floodlight mode.

 

On/off

Press and hold either of the two switches to turn on/off the lamp. Low output level is selected by default.

 

Mode Switching

With the light switched on, single click either of the two switches to reach the corresponding mode.

 

Output Selection

Spotlight mode: Single click the spotlight switch to cycle through Low→Med→High→Turbo. 

Floodlight mode: Single click the floodlight switch to cycle through Low→High→SOS.

 

Lockout Function

Lock: With the lamp switched off, press and hold either of the two switches, or simultaneously press the two switches for 3 seconds, the lamp will blink twice to indicate locked status. 

 

Unlock: With the lamp locked, simultaneously press the two switches for 3 seconds, the lamp will be activated with 3 one-second blinks and activated on Low of floodlight mode. 

 

In locked status, clicking or pressing the switches will activate 3 one second blinks to indicate locked status.

 

Charging

Uncover the anti-dust cap and plug the Micro USB side of the charging cable into the charging port of the lamp. The four constant-on indicators shows the lamp is fully charged. The normal charging time is about 2.5 hours with the lamp being switched off. 

 

Note: The headlamp can only be used on Low output when charging.

 

Battery Level Indication

The indicators will display the battery status for 3 seconds each time when the lamp is switched on. 

With the lamp switched off, single click either switch to check the battery status, single click once again and the lamp will go out immediately, or without any operation the status will last for 3 seconds. There will be no response with the lamp locked. 

  • Four lights on: saturated, 100% - 81%
  • Three lights on: sufficient, 80% - 61%
  • Two lights on: poor, 60% - 41%
  • One light on: critical, 40% - 21%
  • One light flashes: 20% - 0%

Battery Replacement

  1. Pull battery cover latch that is located between the switches to open the tail cap.
  2. Insert the batteries in accordance with the polarity marks.
  3. Replace the battery cap.

Overheat Protection

The light will accumulate a lot of heat when used on Turbo output level for extended periods. The light will automatically step down by a few lumens to reduce temperature.

 

Headband Assembly

Notice: The headband is factory assembled by default. 

 

Step 1: Attach the headband to the headlamp as shown (Pic 1), by first sliding the band down to the bottom of the slots. Then hook the top edge under the top slot. 

 

Step 2: Adjust the headband by sliding the buckle to required length.

 

Usage and Maintenance

  • Disassembling the sealed head can cause damage to the headlamp and will void the warranty.
  • Fenix strongly recommends using quality rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.  Alkaline batteries will shorten the runtime with the lamp switched on high output.

Warning

This light is a high-intensity lighting device capable of damage to the user or others. Avoid shining the light into anyone’s eyes.

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Overall rating: 3.7826087 / 5 from 23 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Fenix HL18R USB Rechargeable Headlamp offers a compact and versatile design with USB rechargeable and AAA battery options. Customers appreciate its comfort, lightweight, and ease of charging, though some find the light output to be dim.

Summary topics

  • Battery Options: 20%
  • Headlamp Comfort: 34%
  • Light Output: 53%

Review topics: ["light","battery","expectations","difference","charger","works","headlamp","lumens","level","spotlight","feature","option"].

Review highlights

  • "My original review was written before actually using the HL18R headlamp at night."John P.
  • "Another great light from Fenix"David S.
  • "Very happy with this light."Earl M.

Reviews

Works well and light

"Works well and light weight. Great for camping. I wouldn't use it for trails at night as it is not as bright as I thought it would be. Rechargable battery does not last as described. Got it in one of their bundle sale deals and probably would not recommend buying it at 50+$ as my energizer wallyworld el-cheapo does everything this one does at 10$ and has a red light option."

Kenny B. (3/5)

Good light. Like the

"Good light. Like the color temp. Unfortunately they sent the wrong product the first time around and it was lost during transit before being delivered late to the persons birthday whom I bought it for."

Dereck M. (3/5)

Works fine except I

"Works fine except I don't know how they got the battery life ratings so wrong. At max setting, it definitely doesn't last 8. 5 hrs on the included battery. Maybe 3-4 hours. Kind of annoying because I bought it specifically for the long rated battery life."

Alex L. (2/5)

I love the yellow

"I love the yellow white spotlight! It's easy for your eyes to read."

Jay C. (5/5)

I am very disappointed

"I am very disappointed in this headlight. It did not meet my expectations. The light was not bright enough and it was a yellowish light, not a bright white. The only thing good about it was that is light weight. I have a mxl500 280 lumen headlamp which i absolutely love and would purchase now, but I can not find it anywhere for sale. I hope you are still making them. Sincerely"

Sheila H. (1/5)

Dim light. While

"Dim light. While ""lumens"" may show this is a ""powerful"" headlamp, the color is so yellow it's illumination is worse than a $20 WalMart headlamp. I called Fenix for a return >week ago, still waiting for a call back. Don't waste your $'s on this light, not as advertised. 1st Fenix light I've ever bought that disappointed me."

Steven B. (1/5)

I own multiple Fenix

"I own multiple Fenix headlamps and flashlights and this is the first one I would not recommend. I love the HL26R but bought this because when I travel there are times when a headlamp is critical and I need to be able to carry backup batteries in case it runs out of power. The HL18R appeared to be very similar to the HL26R in specs and size with the added benefit of being able to run on changeable AAA batteries. The problem I have with this headlamp is the output light color is awful. Every Fenix product I own other than this puts out a clean whitish colored light. The HL18R on the other hand puts out very yellow light that is reminiscent of a 1970s era incandescent light bulb. I came within 10 feet of a pack of feral hogs while jogging the other night because I find it hard to see anything due to the light color, with the HL26R I can usually spot them from 50+ feet away. This headlamp does have the normal whitish colored LEDs on the sides but they are so dim they are useless for most things other than possibly reading at close distance. Just noticed they make a HL18RW with the normal colored beam, get that one I wish I knew that in advance."

Adam W. (2/5)

There is no better

"There is no better light on the market, period. I am a hunter and fisherman, an the only light I always have with me is a Fenix."

Don M. (5/5)

Nice, but havent yet

"Nice, but haven't yet tried it."

Kit L. (3/5)

Bought this for my

"Bought this for my wife because she goes running before the sun rises. This light is way brighter than the one she had before. Not only that, this stays put on her head better. Also, this charges a lot faster than her old one and keeps the charge longer. Very happy with this light."

Earl M. (5/5)

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