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'''L2''' - The original light is a 1x18650 host. Available in matte black or shiny titanium gray. The 2011 edition has a 3 amp switch. The tail switch is exposed so this light does not tailstand. Prior to 2011, black was glossy, gunmetal gray had a greenish tint, and a matte sand color was available. Prior to 2009, the body tube was not wide enough for 188650 batteries. | '''L2''' - The original light is a 1x18650 host. Available in matte black or shiny titanium gray. The 2011 edition has a 3 amp switch. The tail switch is exposed so this light does not tailstand. Prior to 2011, black was glossy, gunmetal gray had a greenish tint, and a matte sand color was available. Prior to 2009, the body tube was not wide enough for 188650 batteries. | ||
'''L2D'' - Side clicky 1x18650 host. Has a different look than other L2 series lights, but threads are compatible. One version adds a tail clicky, but since it takes standard P60 modules, the switches are both on/off instead of one being for modes and the other for power. Introduced in January 2014. | |||
'''L2n''' - Another P60 host, this one has a fluted tail piece and finger divots on the body. The head looks the same as the L2. Available in black or gray. Introduced in October 2012. | |||
'''L2P''' - Similar to the L2 but with a forward clicky, better [[Materials#Anodizing|anodizing]] (Type III HA instead of Type II), a less aggressive bezel, milder knurling, and the ability to tailstand. Available in black or gray with 2011 limited editions in gold or blue. Prior versions were also available in black or gray only and came with a reverse clicky switch designed for more like 2 amp instead of 3. They also had a slightly longer body tube that could result in connection problems with the battery (particularly shorter unprotected batteries or with dropins that have short springs). | '''L2P''' - Similar to the L2 but with a forward clicky, better [[Materials#Anodizing|anodizing]] (Type III HA instead of Type II), a less aggressive bezel, milder knurling, and the ability to tailstand. Available in black or gray with 2011 limited editions in gold or blue. Prior versions were also available in black or gray only and came with a reverse clicky switch designed for more like 2 amp instead of 3. They also had a slightly longer body tube that could result in connection problems with the battery (particularly shorter unprotected batteries or with dropins that have short springs). | ||
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'''Gladiator''' 4x18650 P60 host is a long stick with a knobby texture like the L2X. Comes with dummy cells so that you can use fewer batteries and maintain the form. Introduced in January 2012. | '''Gladiator''' 4x18650 P60 host is a long stick with a knobby texture like the L2X. Comes with dummy cells so that you can use fewer batteries and maintain the form. Introduced in January 2012. | ||
''' | '''M3''' Larger 45mm diameter 3-mode Cree XM-L head that fits on a regular L2 body. 3 modes of 700, 360, or 80 lumens with 1x18650, slightly higher with 2 18650's. Introduced in August 2012. | ||
'''M6''' 1x18650 3-mode forward clicky light with Cree XM-L LED and maximum output of 550 lumens. Smaller reflector than the M8 below. Optional extension tube allows 2x18650. With bezel tightened the light is always High. With bezel loosened you can switch between Low (55 lumens) and Strobe. | '''M6''' 1x18650 3-mode forward clicky light with Cree XM-L LED and maximum output of 550 lumens. Smaller reflector than the M8 below. Optional extension tube allows 2x18650. With bezel tightened the light is always High. With bezel loosened you can switch between Low (55 lumens) and Strobe. | ||
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'''Masterpiece Pro-2''' 2x18650 light with Cree MC-E M bin LED and 1000 lumens maximum output. | '''Masterpiece Pro-2''' 2x18650 light with Cree MC-E M bin LED and 1000 lumens maximum output. | ||
'''P1''' 1x18650 P60 host made of fiber-reinforced plastic with an aluminum skeleton. Available in black, yellow, brown, or green. Introduced in March 2012. | |||
'''P1d''' Based on the P1 but with all aluminum construction. Available in black or gray. Introduced in October 2012. | |||
'''S1100''' - 3x18650 forward clicky light with Cree XM-L U2 LED. Side clicky controls modes of 1100 lumens (700m throw), 550 lumens, 110 lumens, Strobe, and SOS. Introduced in February 2013. | |||
'''S2200''' - 3x18650 forward clicky light with Cree XT-G2 LED. Side clicky controls modes of 2200, 800, or 100 lumens along with Strobe and SOS. Introduced in May 2013. | |||
'''T1''' - Compact 1x18650 2-mode light with Cree XM-L U2 LED. Modes are changed by tightening or loosening head. Low setting can be either 50% or 10%. High mode is 505 lumens. Introduced in April 2013. | |||
'''T2''' - 2xAA 2-mode pen light with Cree XM-L U2 LED. Modes are changed by tightening or loosening head. Low setting can be either 33% or 10%. High mode is 300 lumens. Introduced in April 2013. | |||
'''X2''' 1xAA 2-mode twisty with a Cree XP-E R4 made of stainless steel with a knurled head. Modes are 100 or 20 lumens. Introduced in August 2012. | |||
'''X3''' 1xAAA 1-mode twisty with a Cree XP-E R4 made of stainless steel with a knurled head. Output is 50 lumens. Introduced in August 2012. | |||
==Accessories== | ==Accessories== | ||
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'''L2i''' - A 3xAAA version of the L2 with the batteries inserted into a caddy and then into the tube. Has a wider tailcap that tailstands. Can be used with a 18650 if you make sure the battery fits in a collar near the head (may be easier to get the battery in the collar by loading it from the front instead of the tail). When using an 18650 it may also help if you don't tighten the head and tail all the way. One 18650 has about 3 times the capacity of 3xAAA's. | '''L2i''' - A 3xAAA version of the L2 with the batteries inserted into a caddy and then into the tube. Has a wider tailcap that tailstands. Can be used with a 18650 if you make sure the battery fits in a collar near the head (may be easier to get the battery in the collar by loading it from the front instead of the tail). When using an 18650 it may also help if you don't tighten the head and tail all the way. One 18650 has about 3 times the capacity of 3xAAA's. | ||
'''Skyline''' 1x18650 or 2xCR123A 1-mode light with Cree XR-E R2 LED and a large head and very deep reflector for greater throw. By pressing and holding the power button, the user can select any brightness from max down to 5% output. Double-clicking the power button invokes strobe. 200 lumens with 18650, 260 lumens claimed with 2xCR123A. Max voltage is 6V, so 16340's are not recommended. | |||
'''Skyline II''' 1x18650 or 2xCR123A light with Cree XR-E R2 LED. Very knobby knurling. By pressing and holding the power button, the user can select any brightness from max down to 5% output. Double-clicking the power button invokes strobe. 200 lumens with 18650, 260 lumens claimed with 2xCR123A. Max voltage is 6V, so 16340's are not recommended. | |||
==Popular Dealers== | ==Popular Dealers== | ||
'''[http://www. | '''[http://www.solarforceflashlight-sales.com/index.php Solarforce Sales]''' This is the website formerly known as International Trading Company (ITC) who also sell Solarforce products on eBay (as ITC_shop; compare prices at both places because sometimes things are cheaper on eBay and sometimes at their website, but also be aware that the website charges for shipping and on eBay they usually do not). They ship from Hongkong, but are still pretty quick. | ||
'''[http://www.sbflashlights.com sbflashlights]''' Lets you build your own Solarforce light by picking the body, bezel, and drop-in. Based in USA. | '''[http://www.sbflashlights.com sbflashlights]''' Lets you build your own Solarforce light by picking the body, bezel, and drop-in. Based in USA. | ||
'''[http://www.lighthound.com/ lighthound]''' Texas-based dealer sells a lot of brands, but has a good selection of Solarforce lights and parts sometimes at very good prices. Small discount available in the [http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/showthread.php?181841 CPF Good Deals] thread. | '''[http://www.lighthound.com/ lighthound]''' Texas-based dealer sells a lot of brands, but has a good selection of Solarforce lights and parts sometimes at very good prices. Small discount available in the [http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/showthread.php?181841 CPF Good Deals] thread. | ||