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Nitecore NU53

Nitecore NU53 is a headlamp released in 2024. Key specs: maximum output 1,800 lm, beam distance (ANSI FL1) 175 m, peak beam intensity 7,660 cd, maximum runtime 153 h.

9.2Score
Brightness & throw8.4
Battery & charging9.2
Build & durability6.9
Features5.9
price range$60–80
Year
2024
Popularity
#1,063 of 1,338
1,800 lmMaximum output
175 mBeam distance (ANSI FL1)
7,660 cdPeak beam intensity
153 hMaximum runtime
IPx8Water protection (IPx)
151 gWeight
compared with other headlamps

Why is NU53 a good choice?

Maximum output: 1,800 lmbetter than 87% of headlamps
Battery capacity: 6,000 mAhbetter than 96% of headlamps
Beam distance (ANSI FL1): 175 mbetter than 76% of headlamps
Maximum runtime: 153 hbetter than 84% of headlamps
Water protection (IPx): IPx8better than 80% of headlamps
Specifications

Full specifications

Light output
Maximum output
1,800 lm
Peak beam intensity
7,660 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)
175 m
Light source
LED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs
19
Battery & charging
Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
Maximum runtime
153 h
Rechargeable
Yes
USB-C charging
Yes
Battery level indicator
Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating
IP68
Water protection (IPx)
IPx8
Submersible to
2 m
Size & weight
Weight
151 g
Modes & features
SOS / beacon
Yes
Red light
Yes
Motion / reactive sensor
Yes
Lockout
Yes
Colours
Black

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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