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Nitecore NU50

Nitecore NU50 is a headlamp released in 2023. Key specs: maximum output 1,400 lm, beam distance (ANSI FL1) 130 m, battery 21700 Li-ion, water protection (IPx) IPx8.

8.5Score
Brightness & throw7.4
Battery & charging8.0
Build & durability7.0
Features5.9
price range$55–75
Year
2023
Popularity
#916 of 1,338
1,400 lmMaximum output
130 mBeam distance (ANSI FL1)
21700 Li-ionBattery
IPx8Water protection (IPx)
146 gWeight
Spec guide

How it ranks among headlamps of 2023

compared with other headlamps

Why is NU50 a good choice?

Maximum output: 1,400 lmbetter than 81% of headlamps
Battery capacity: 5,000 mAhbetter than 89% of headlamps
Water protection (IPx): IPx8better than 80% of headlamps
Specifications

Full specifications

Light output
Maximum output
1,400 lm
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)
130 m
Light source
LED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs
2
Battery & charging
Battery
21700 Li-ion
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Rechargeable
Yes
USB-C charging
Yes
Battery level indicator
Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating
IP68
Water protection (IPx)
IPx8
Body material
Aluminium
Size & weight
Weight
146 g
Modes & features
SOS / beacon
Yes
Red light
Yes
Motion / reactive sensor
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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