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* January 2009: 2D Maglites now feature Luxeon Rebel 090 LED. LED is not replaceable. [[ANSI-NEMA FL-1|ANSI]]  lumen rating is 114 luments and 298m throw.
* January 2009: 2D Maglites now feature Luxeon Rebel 090 LED. LED is not replaceable. [[ANSI-NEMA FL-1|ANSI]]  lumen rating is 114 luments and 298m throw.
* April 2009: 3D LED Maglites now have Rebel 091 LED and are brighter than 2D. ANSI lumen ratings for rebel are 104 lumens (289m throw).
* April 2009: 3D LED Maglites now have Rebel 091 LED and are brighter than 2D. ANSI lumen ratings for rebel are 104 lumens (289m throw).
* November 2010: 3D LED Maglites begin to appear with [[Cree]] XP-E LED's, labelled "Brighter LED" and now show 131 ANSI lumens and 364m throw.
* November 2010: 3D LED Maglites begin to appear with [[Cree]] XP-E LED's, labelled "Brighter LED" and now show 131 ANSI lumens and 364m throw.<REF>[http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=304266 CPF Thread with ANSI Output]</REF><REF>[http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?303409 Initial CPF thread with pictures]</REF>


===AA Mini Maglite===
===AA Mini Maglite===
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A sensible combination for the 3 cell C/D range, is 8000/1000 MAh Ni-Mh batteries, and a 3 Watt LED, for long life, and high brightness. Given the high cost of the rechargeable maglite, these parts plus a quality universal charger, can be purchased for a similar price.
A sensible combination for the 3 cell C/D range, is 8000/1000 MAh Ni-Mh batteries, and a 3 Watt LED, for long life, and high brightness. Given the high cost of the rechargeable maglite, these parts plus a quality universal charger, can be purchased for a similar price.
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