Surefire Question

[Rifter]

Hello, just ordered a Surefire M2 and just wanted to know how long the bulbs ususaly last before blowing and needing replacement?

 

[Dexter Ewing]

Indefinitely, especially with the shock isolating bezel of the M2.

 

[mercop]

My 8X bulb lasted a year and a half.

 

[Size15s]

Although it is very difficult to give a set in stone answer because SureFires are mainly used momentarily, from experience with a variety of lamps, you'll get about 20-40 hours out of a lamp.

I've found that lamps do not degrade as fast if you follow a few suggestions:

1)Do not use the batteries right until the last.
- Replace batteries when the light looses it's brilliance (starts to yellow)

2)Try to use SureFires in short-bursts and flashes rather then constant-on.

3)Avoid touching the bulb, exposing it to moisture or dirt.
I keep bulbs in the flashlights, the Spares Carriers, or sealed in their packaging from SureFire.

4)Avoid subjecting the flashlights to abuse, shocks (physical/temperature/pressure)

Most importantly, the best way to prolong bulb life is to;
a)Buy a spare.
b)Keep it as close to the flashlight as possible at all times.
c)Never lend the flashlight to anyone - especially females or children.

Al

 

[Rifter]

Thanks for the advice guys! will try to follow it all when it arrives