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STREAMLIGHT ProTac HL USB Headlamp.

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 Streamlight ProTac HL USB Headlamp.
2017

The ProTac HL USB Headlamp. A high lumen USB rechargeable

headlamp from Streamlight
By: Sal Palma longer run time of 2.45 hours. The low setting
offers a less intense beam of 65 lumens that
works very well as a task or navigation light with
an extended run time of up to 20 hours.

Whether youre a mechanic, EMT, medical

doctor, rock climber, hiker, police officer,
soldier or sailor, a quality headlamp can be a
very handy tool to have in your kit. You just
dont know when well need a bit of hands-free
illumination; thats your business case for a
quality headlamp. Fitting that description is The ProTac HL USB headlamp is not a dual fuel
Streamlights latest addition to the ProTac HL design. It ships with a rechargeable lithium ion
family of USB rechargeable illumination battery thats rechargeable via the sealed USB
products. port on the housing. However, if you subscribe
to the theory that two is one and one is none,
As a member of the ProTac Family, its TEN-TAP
you can pick up a Streamlight 18650 lithium ion
programming offers the user three modes of
battery to provide the necessary redundancy.
operation high/medium/low (factory default);
The one caveat here is that the 18650 will not
high only; or low/medium/high.
recharge in the light, you need to use its own
The ProTac HL USB Headlamp is a lightweight charger.
flamethrower at its maximum rated output of
The ProTac HL USB Headlamp can be charged
1000 lumens. On high, the headlamp will
from any number of USB sources to include wall
illuminate out to 200+ yards with a bright
chargers, desktop computer, laptops or vehicle
penetrating flood and a run time of 1.5 hours.
USB ports.
The lights medium setting offers 400 lumens
with usable illumination to 147-meters and a

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 Streamlight ProTac HL USB Headlamp.
The headlamp weighs in at a very comfortable
8.1 ounces with its included battery and head
strap. Streamlight used a T-shaped housing
machined from 6000 series aircraft grade
aluminum. The battery housing is 4 inches wide
and the head extends to just a hair over 2.5
inches or about 3 inches if the mount is
included in that measurement. The head also
articulates a full 90 allowing you to position the
light as needed; not your head.
Now to the niceties! Streamlight does not
castigate their customer by making him or her
pay for colored lens filters. They ship the
headlamp with a diffuser (produces a very nice
flood effect), green and red filters. Here they
left me wanting for a blue lens filter the ideal
color for medical work and / or tracking blood,
and while Im at it, I might as well ask for an IR
filter.
Last but not least in the niceties category is the
rubber strap, which does a great job of securing
the headlamp over a hardhat. I would like to
see an optional a la Wilcox polymer mount so
you can use the headlamp with your favorite
bump helmet.
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Streamlights ProTac HL USB Headlamp is a
professional grade headlamp suitable for
military and law enforcement work. If you are a
caver, serious hiker or climber, this light is for
you. The headlamp is both rugged and IPX4
water resistant featuring three modes of
operation. M.S.R.P. is $145 to $155 depending
on the model but youll want to shop around.
Check it out!
-SP
Manufacturer Specifications
Designed for maximum illumination
with a wide beam to light an entire area
Features TEN-TAP programming, which
allows the user to select one of three
different programs: 1.) high/
medium/low (default program); 2.) high
only 3.) low/medium/high
Three lighting modes:
o High for super-bright light:
1,000 lumens; 13,500 candela;
232m beam; runs 1.5 hours
o Medium for bright light and
longer run time: 400 lumens;
5,400 candela; 147m beam;
runs 2.75 hours
o Low for a less intense beam and
extended run time: 65 lumens;
 Streamlight ProTac HL USB Headlamp.
2017
900 candela; 60m beam; runs
20 hours

Solid State power regulation provides

maximum light output throughout
battery life

90 tilting head reduces neck fatigue

Powered by rechargeable lithium ion

battery (included); also accepts a
Streamlight rechargeable 18650 battery

Features tethered diffuser cap for flood

beam, stores on light body when not in
use. Red and green colored lens filters
also included

Durable, anodized aluminum

construction; gasket-sealed, glass lens

IPX4 water-resistant; 1 meter impact

resistance tested

Includes rubber and elastic head straps,

USB cord and lithium ion battery

8.1 oz. (229g)

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