Arisaka 18650 Light First Look

Published on February 26, 2022
Duration: 9:58

This video provides a first look at the Arisaka 18650 Series Light, a high-performance weapon light. It details battery options, head configurations (Malkoff and Modlite), and mounting solutions. The review emphasizes the light's competitive pricing, robust construction, and superior beam characteristics compared to older models and some competitors. It's presented by Dave Timm of Guns & Tactics, offering expert insights into tactical lighting technology.

Quick Summary

The Arisaka 18650 Series Light offers superior tactical lighting with options like Malkoff and Modlite heads, providing high candela for target identification at distance. It uses either 18650 or CR123 batteries, with the 18650 offering greater capacity and USB charging. The light is praised for its neutral beam color, robust construction, and competitive pricing compared to other high-end options.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Product Reveal
  2. 00:25Channel Introduction
  3. 00:37Arisaka 16650 Comparison
  4. 01:00Battery Size & Capacity
  5. 01:40Transparency & Media Sample
  6. 02:00Pricing & Market Positioning
  7. 02:28Arisaka 18650 Pricing Details
  8. 03:03Beam Shots & Light Quality
  9. 03:26Night Performance Test
  10. 04:15Size Comparisons
  11. 04:48Surefire vs. Arisaka
  12. 05:18Rifle Mounting & Suppressor Clearance
  13. 06:13Evolving Light Technology
  14. 06:38Detailed Specifications
  15. 07:04Malkoff Head Durability
  16. 07:54Performance Specs & Runtime
  17. 08:33Lumens vs. Candela Explained
  18. 09:05Concluding Remarks & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between 16650 and 18650 batteries for tactical lights?

18650 batteries are wider (18mm vs 16mm) but similar in length to 16650s. They typically offer higher capacity, such as 3500mAh for 18650s compared to 2500mAh for 16650s, and often feature integrated USB charging for convenience.

How does the Arisaka 18650 Series Light compare in size to other popular weapon lights?

The Arisaka 18650 light is generally smaller and lighter than the Cloud Defensive REIN. It is comparable in size to Surefire lights but offers more modern technology. It's also noted as performing better than similarly sized Streamlight models.

What are the performance specifications for the Arisaka 18650 Series Light with different head options?

With the Malkoff E2XTL head, it produces 500 lumens and 55,000 candela, running for 30 minutes on CR123s or 1.5 hours on an 18650. The Modlite OKW head offers 680 lumens and 69,000 candela.

Why is candela important for a weapon light, and how does it differ from lumens?

Candela measures a light's 'throw' or its ability to project a focused beam over distance, crucial for identifying targets far away. Lumens measure the total light output, indicating overall brightness but not necessarily reach.

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