BRIGHT ASS FLASHLIGHTS C8L User manual
Warning: Powerful flashlights that are operated incorrectly can result in injury. Never point at a person, animal, or moving vehicle. Do not allow children to use the
light. Strobe mode can cause seizures in those with photosensitive epilepsy. Do not operate the flashlight while charging. Always charge using a 5V 2.5A (MAX)
charger, with proper safety ratings. High powered modes will heat up the light in normal operation. Install the battery properly, with the correct polarity. The user
must have appropriate understanding of lithium-ion batteries before purchase. Use caution when working with and using lithium-ion batteries as they are sensitive to
charging characteristics. They can cause damage if misused or mishandled. Always charge in or on a fire-proof surface. Do not leave charging batteries unattended.
The batteries are sold for use in the flashlight only. The buyer is responsible for any damage or injury caused by misuse or mishandling lithium-ion batteries and
chargers. Charge only with a charger designed for this specific type of lithium-ion battery. The user must understand how to safely use the light before operation.
Operating the light
… In Regular Mode [More features for regular operation]
➢While off, single-click the tail switch to turn the light on. The light will
turn on in the last brightness mode. Click again to turn off.
➢While off, half-press, then fully click the tail switch to activate turbo.
➢While off, press and hold the side switch AND click the tail switch to
activate eco mode.
➢While on, single-click the side switch to cycle trough Eco, Low, Medium,
and High.
➢While on, quickly double-click the side switch to activate turbo.
➢While on, quickly triple-click the side switch to activate strobe.
oOn strobe, double-click the side switch to cycle trough strobe,
SOS, and beacon.
C8L User Manual
Side Switch
Charging Port
Tail Switch
Battery
Side Switch/Power Indicator
…In Tactical Mode [Simple UI for tactical situations]
To enter tactical mode: While on, press and hold the side switch for 5
seconds. The light will flash twice then go to turbo to confirm entering
tactical mode.
➢While on, single-click the side switch to cycle through medium and
turbo.
➢While on, quickly double-click the side switch to activate strobe.
➢While off, half-press, then fully click the tail switch to activate strobe.
To switch back to regular mode: While on, press and hold the side switch for
5 seconds. The light will flash twice then go to eco to confirm entering
regular mode.
Please note, the flashlight may get hot in regular operation. The brightness will automatically
decrease to avoid overheating. This is normal.
Recharging and Power
The light features a USB-C charging port for easy recharging.
The LED indicator in the middle of the side switch
displays the power status for 5 seconds after the
light is turned on, then turns off.
➢Green: 100%-70% Power remaining
➢Flashing Green: 70%-40% Power remaining
➢Red: 40%-10% Power remaining
➢Flashing Red: 10%-0% Power remaining
➢Charging time: ~3 Hours (with 21700 battery)
➢While Charging: LED indicator flashes red
➢When Fully Charged: LED indicator turns green
To install the battery, unscrew the tail cap and place battery with the positive end towards the lens
and the negative end towards the tail cap.
While charging, please keep safety precautions in mind. Use a USB-A to USB-C cable with a 5v,
2.5A [max] charging block. Always charge in a safe area. Please note that only eco mode will be
enabled while charging. The plastic tube included with the light is an adapter sleeve for
installation of an 18650 battery. Only 21700 or 18650 batteries with a nominal voltage of 3.7v can be
used. The 21700 batteries included with the light do not have a protective circuit built into the
battery.
Troubleshooting / Maintenance
➢Do not disassemble the sealed head, and only use high quality batteries.
➢Remove the battery if the light will not be used for a long period of time
or during transportation, and store in a safe place.
➢Every 6 months: wipe down threads with a clean cloth followed by a
thin layer of silicone grease.
➢Replace worn-out O-rings as necessary.
➢Regularly clean the battery contacts
If Flashlight is flickering, not turning on, or other issues: Please try the
following before contacting customer service: clean the threads, PCB
board, and battery contacts using a cotton swab soaked with rubbing
alcohol. Ensure that the battery is charged and working properly (battery
voltage cannot be below 2.8 volts)
Specifications
➢LED: 1 CREE XHP50D-HI LED
➢Working voltage: 3.0v-4.2v
➢Battery options: 21700 or 18650 Li-Ion
➢Dimensions: 156mm (length) x 46.5mm (head diameter)
➢Weight: 151g
➢Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum machined and hard-anodized anti abrasive
finish.
➢Toughened mineral glass
➢IPX8 Waterproof
➢USB-C Charging port
➢Memory: flashlight turns on in remembered general mode
➢Advanced Temperature Regulation: Adjusts brightness level automatically
when the driver reaches 122⁰F to prevent overheating
ANSI/NEMA Fl1 Chart
Mode
ECO
LOW
MEDIUM
HIGH
TURBO
STROBE
SOS
BEACON
Luminous
Flux
(lumens)
8 Lm
100 Lm
500 Lm
1300 Lm
3100 Lm
3100 Lm
500 Lm
3100 Lm
~Runtime
(hours)
220 h
26 h
7 h
2.5 h
1.75 h
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Distance
(meters)
27 m
98 m
216 m
354 m
531 m
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Intensity
(candela)
182 cd
2,308 cd
11,675 cd
31,275 cd
70,500
cd
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