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Nitecore NU27
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Nitecore NU27

Nitecore NU27 is a headlamp released in 2024. Key specs: maximum output 600 lm, beam distance (ANSI FL1) 123 m, peak beam intensity 3,705 cd, maximum runtime 57 h.

5.8Score
Brightness & throw5.6
Battery & charging4.5
Build & durability5.2
Light quality5.7
Features5.9
price range$40–50
Year
2024
Popularity
#516 of 791
600 lmMaximum output
123 mBeam distance (ANSI FL1)
3,705 cdPeak beam intensity
57 hMaximum runtime
IPx6Water protection (IPx)
56 gWeight
compared with other headlamps

Why is NU27 a good choice?

Weight: 56 gbetter than 90% of headlamps
Weak points
Water protection (IPx): IPx6worse than 76% of headlamps
Battery capacity: 850 mAhworse than 91% of headlamps
Specifications

Full specifications

Light output
Maximum output
600 lm
Peak beam intensity
3,705 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)
123 m
Light source
LED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs
4
Colour temperature
3,000K
Adjustable colour temperature
Yes
Battery & charging
Battery capacity
850 mAh
Maximum runtime
57 h
Rechargeable
Yes
USB-C charging
Yes
Charging time
1 h
Battery level indicator
Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating
IP66
Water protection (IPx)
IPx6
Impact resistance (drop)
1 m
Body material
Plastic / polymer
Size & weight
Weight
56 g
Modes & features
SOS / beacon
Yes
Red light
Yes
Lockout
Yes

Specs are collected from manufacturers and open databases and normalised to one format; check details with the seller before you buy.

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