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Mag Instrument, Inc., is the manufacturer of the legendary [[Maglite]] Flashlight. The company was incorporated by Anthony Maglica in 1974 and began producing the first Maglites in 1979. The company is based in Ontario, California
Mag Instrument, Inc., is the manufacturer of the legendary Maglite flashlight. The company was incorporated by Anthony Maglica in 1974 and began producing the first Maglites in 1979. The company is based in Ontario, California


The '''Maglite'''  (also spelled Mag-Lite ) was introduced in 1979. It is constructed principally of anodized 6061 aluminum, sometimes referred to as aircraft aluminum. Maglites are known for their variable-focus beam, water resistant pushbutton switch and durability. They are available in a wide variety of colors and are a favorite of collectors.
The '''Maglite'''  (also spelled Mag-Lite ) was introduced in 1979. It is constructed principally of anodized 6061 aluminum, sometimes referred to as aircraft aluminum. Maglites are known for their variable-focus beam, water resistant pushbutton switch and durability. They are available in a wide variety of colors and are a favorite of collectors.
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===C and D Maglite===
===C and D Maglite===


Incandescent bulbs are manufactured for different numbers of batteries, for example a 3-cell light will blow out a bulb made for 2 cells. Maglites are available with 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 D-size cells and 2, 3, or 4 C-size cells. A 7D light as well as 5C, 6C, and 7C lights were produced but are no longer made.
Incandescent bulbs are manufactured for different numbers of batteries, for example a 3-cell light will blow out a bulb made for 2 cells. Maglites are available with 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 D-size cells and 2, 3, or 4 C-size cells. A 7D light as well as 5C, 6C, and 7C lights were produced but are no longer made. The stock incandescent bulb is krypton, but xenon replacements are available. Maglite uses [[ANSI-NEMA FL-1|ANSI/NEMA FL-1]] ratings for output, so all lumens here are ANSI lumens.


* 1979: C and D cell battery models are put on the market; targeted to the public safety and industrial sectors
* 1979: C and D cell battery models are put on the market; targeted to the public safety and industrial sectors
* May 2006: 2D and 3D Maglite LED's introduced using Luxeon III LED with a bonus krypton bulb in the tail cap.
* May 2006: 2D and 3D Maglite LED's introduced using Luxeon III LED with a bonus krypton bulb in the tail cap.
* 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. Max output is 114 lumens.
* 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. Output is 104 lumens.
* 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>
* November 2010: 3D LED Maglites begin to appear with [[Cree]] XP-E LED's, labeled "Brighter LED" and now show 131 lumens.<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===


* 1984: First Mini Maglite introduced with 2xAA batteries, side switch replaced by twisting head (loosen for on), including variable focus, extra bulb in tail cap, and candle mode ability
* 1984: First Mini Maglite introduced with 2xAA batteries, side switch replaced by twisting head (loosen for on), including variable focus, extra bulb in tail cap, and candle mode ability. The incandescent MiniMag has output of 14 lumens.
* August 2006: 2xAA and 3xAA Maglite LED's introduced, lacking lanyard attachment on tail
* August 2006: 2xAA and 3xAA Maglite LED's introduced, lacking lanyard attachment on tail
* January 2009: 2xAA Multimode Mini Maglite LED (High, Low, Slow Flash, SOS), using Luxeon Rebel 090
* January 2009: 2xAA Multimode Mini Maglite LED (High, Low, Slow Flash, SOS), using Luxeon Rebel 090
* November 2009: 2xAA Multimode Mini Maglite LED now has lanyard attachment similar to incandescent version. Maximum output is 69 ANSI lumens (101m throw).
* November 2009: 2xAA Multimode Mini Maglite LED now has lanyard attachment similar to incandescent version.


===AAA Mini Maglites===
===AAA Mini Maglites===


*1987: First 2xAAA Mini Maglite introduced, just like 2xAA Mini Maglite, but smaller.
*1987: First 2xAAA Mini Maglite introduced, just like 2xAA Mini Maglite, but smaller.
*1988: First 1xAAA Maglite Solitaire introduced.
 
===Maglite Solitaire===
 
*1988: First 1xAAA Maglite Solitaire introduced. Maximum output is 2 lumens.


===MagCharger===
===MagCharger===
* 1982: MagCharger: a larger more expensive model popular with public safety and emergency-services personnel. This light is much brighter than typical Maglites, and uses a rechargeable NiCad  battery pack.
* 1982: MagCharger: a larger more expensive model popular with public safety and emergency-services personnel. This light is much brighter than typical Maglites, and uses a rechargeable NiCad  battery pack.
* 2008: MagCharger battery upgraded to NiMH battery
* 2008: MagCharger battery upgraded to NiMH battery


===XL100===
===XL100===
*February 2010: 3xAAA XL100 introduced with Rebel 091 LED and variable brightness and motion-activated mode switching. Maximum output is 83 ANSI lumens and 134m throw. [http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=262996 CPF Review] [http://www.maglite.com/maglite_xl100_led.asp web page]
 
*February 2010: 3xAAA XL100 introduced with Rebel 091 LED and variable brightness and motion-activated mode switching. Maximum output is 83 lumens. [http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=262996 CPF Review] [http://www.maglite.com/maglite_xl100_led.asp web page]


===XL50===
===XL50===
*November 2010: 3xAAA XL50 is 3 modes with 104 [[ANSI-NEMA FL-1|ANSI]] lumens and 145m throw. Simpler interface than the XL100. Review: [http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?296992 CPF] [http://www.maglite.com/maglite_xl50_led.asp web page]
 
*November 2010: 3xAAA XL50 is 3 modes with 104 lumens. Simpler interface than the XL100. Review: [http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?296992 CPF] [http://www.maglite.com/maglite_xl50_led.asp web page]
 
==Summary Table==
 
{|class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width: 400px;"
|+ [[ANSI-NEMA FL-1|ANSI]] Ratings for Maglites
|-
!Light        !!Batteries!!  Lamp    !!  Max Output<BR>(lumens)  !!  Throw (m) 
|-
|Solitaire    ||  1xAAA  ||  Incan  ||  2  ||  20
|-
|MiniMaglite  ||  2xAAA  ||  Incan  ||  9  ||  31
|- 
|MiniMaglite  ||  2xAA  ||  Xenon  ||  14  ||  96
|- 
|MiniMaglite  ||  2xAA  ||  Rebel  ||  69  ||  101
|- 
|Maglite      ||  2xD    ||  Krypton ||  19  ||  229
|- 
|Maglite      ||  2xD    ||  Rebel  || 114  ||  298
|- 
|Maglite      ||  3xD    ||  Krypton ||  14  ||  96
|- 
|Maglite      ||  3xD    ||  Rebel  || 104  ||  289
|- 
|Maglite      ||  3xD    ||  XP-E  || 131  ||  364
|- 
|Maglite      ||  6xD    ||  Krypton || 136  ||  295
|-
|XL50        || 3xAAA  ||  Rebel  || 104  ||  145
|-
|XL100        || 3xAAA  ||  Rebel  ||  83  ||  134
|}   
 


== Variants ==
== Variants ==
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