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Nitecore NU31
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Nitecore NU31

Nitecore NU31 is a headlamp released in 2023. Key specs: maximum output 550 lm, beam distance (ANSI FL1) 145 m, peak beam intensity 5,260 cd, maximum runtime 147 h.

6.8Score
Brightness & throw5.9
Battery & charging7.3
Build & durability5.0
Features5.9
price range$35–45
Year
2023
Popularity
#118 of 791
550 lmMaximum output
145 mBeam distance (ANSI FL1)
5,260 cdPeak beam intensity
147 hMaximum runtime
IPx6Water protection (IPx)
96 gWeight
compared with other headlamps

Why is NU31 a good choice?

Maximum runtime: 147 hbetter than 76% of headlamps
Weak points
Water protection (IPx): IPx6worse than 76% of headlamps
Specifications

Full specifications

Light output
Maximum output
550 lm
Peak beam intensity
5,260 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)
145 m
Light source
LED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs
4
Battery & charging
Battery capacity
1,800 mAh
Maximum runtime
147 h
Rechargeable
Yes
USB-C charging
Yes
Battery level indicator
Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating
IP66
Water protection (IPx)
IPx6
Submersible to
2 m
Body material
Aluminium
Size & weight
Head diameter / width
130 mm
Weight
96 g
Modes & features
Strobe
Yes
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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