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Nitecore TM12K

Nitecore TM12K is a flashlight released in 2022. Key specs: maximum output 12,000 lm, maximum runtime 200 h, battery 21700 Li-ion, LED emitter Cree XHP50.

9.6Score
Brightness & throw9.5
Battery & charging8.5
Build & durability6.0
price range$230–290
Year
2022
Popularity
#1,286 of 1,338
12,000 lmMaximum output
200 hMaximum runtime
21700 Li-ionBattery
Cree XHP50LED emitter
IPx8Water protection (IPx)
233 gWeight
Spec guide

How it ranks among flashlights of 2022

compared with other flashlights

Why is TM12K a good choice?

Maximum output: 12,000 lmbetter than 93% of flashlights
Maximum runtime: 200 hbetter than 86% of flashlights
Specifications

Full specifications

Light output
Maximum output
12,000 lm
Light source
LED
LED & beam
LED emitter
Cree XHP50
LED maker
Cree
Number of LEDs
6
Battery & charging
Battery
21700 Li-ion
Number of batteries
1
Battery capacity
4,800 mAh
Maximum runtime
200 h
Rechargeable
Yes
USB-C charging
Yes
Charging time
1.5 h
Battery level indicator
Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating
IP68
Water protection (IPx)
IPx8
Submersible to
2 m
Body material
Aluminium
Size & weight
Length / height
108 mm
Weight
233 g
Modes & features
Switch
Tail switch
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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