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Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp
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Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp

Item # 714737

$55.00

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Taking LED lighting to a brighter level, the Corona features 8 super-bright white, shock-resistant LEDs with eight different brightness settings.

  • Switch between 8-, 5-, 3- or 1-LED use, providing great hands-free lighting to satisfy all of your outdoor lighting needs
  • Multiple modes and functions are suitable for nearly any task around camp
  • Innovative circuit system lets you adjust the brightness level on each of the LED output modes; chose between bright, dim and strobe
  • Voltage-regulation circuitry helps headlamp maintain a relatively brighter light over a long period of time
  • Heat-regulating technology prevents light from getting too hot, even when on 8-LED bright mode
  • Very bright flood/area light offers excellent peripheral light, allowing your eyes to work with ease in a localized area
  • Water-resistant design works well in foul weather
  • Durable nylon headstrap provides plenty of adjustment
  • Head assembly pivots, letting you shine light where you need it
  • LED bulbs are nearly indestructible, offer 10,000 hours of bulb life and greatly extend battery life
  • Powered by three AA batteriess, included

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Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp Specs

Specification

Description

Bulb detail8 LEDs
Weight with batteries8 ounces
Dimensions3.5 x 3 x 3 inches
Brightness (lux @ 2 meters)High: 42/ low: 3
Maximum beam distanceHigh: 26 / low: 6 meters
Brightness levels8
Beam typeFlood
Strobes4
Regulated outputYes
Battery life at 70 degreesHigh: 30 / low: 70 hours
Batteries3 AA
Material(s)Plastic
RechargeableNo

Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp Customer Reviews

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Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp
 
5.0

(based on 8 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Bright (8)
  • Adjustable beam (7)
  • Durable (7)
  • Good battery life (6)
  • Stable (6)

Cons

  • Heavy (3)

Best Uses

  • Hiking (7)
  • Backpacking (6)
  • Car camping (5)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (4)

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May

20

2008

(14 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

This is the mother of all flashlights!

By Go OUTDOORS!

from Baltimore, MD

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Bright
  • Durable
  • Long battery life
  • Stable

Cons

  • none, it's perfect

Best Uses

  • whenever you need light

Comments about Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp:

I have owned this light for years and it is hands down the best flashlight I have ever used. It is so good that I have three of them (one in the car, one in my pack and one for the house). I was concerned when I made the transition to a headlamp but this is so comfortable to wear that I don't even notice. Being hands free with such a bright light is addictive. It has reached the point where I refuse to use any other flashlight. I really like the fact that you can adjust the brightness (one bulb for reading a book or map and all eight for illuminating the entire campsite or trail). Even one bulb is powerful enough to actually hike some trails - all eight really makes it feel like it's daytime. This truly is the brightest flood light I have seen. Add to that its durability and water resistance and it really is perfect.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Sep

20

2007

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Best Headlight I've Ever Owned

By Stinson Driver

from Tylertown, MS

About Me Casual/ Recreational, Tradesman

Pros

  • Adjustable Beam
  • Bright
  • Durable
  • Long battery life
  • Very light weight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Hiking
    • On the job

    Comments about Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp:

    Have owned for three years and has never let me down. Very useful during Katrina when we had no power for five days. So light weight, you forget you have it on.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    9

    2009

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    bomb proof headlight

    By jeK2bD

    from Texas

    About Me Outdoor Professional

    Pros

    • Adjustable Beam
    • Bright
    • Durable
    • Long battery life

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Car Camping
      • EMS First Responder
      • Hiking

      Comments about Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp:

      I'm an Army medic and an avid cyclist. This light has been in continuous use for nearly 5 years both in the field and mounted on my bike helmet. Its been through many scrapes with me and has never let me down. This light is truly awesome. It excels as a patient examination light because of it's wide distortion free beam and high light output. I have used this light for everything from cycle commuting, setting up field hospitals in the dark, to designating a landing site for incoming medevac helicopters. This light converted my entire battalion to using head lights for patient care, and non tactical night opps due to the increased safety margin from increased visibility not only for the wearer but also for heavy equipment operators working in close proximity to pedestrians at night. People wearing headlights are much easier to spot and in addition the vehicle operator can see which direction they are looking / moving.

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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      May

      8

      2009

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      The Good, Bad, Ugly

      By 50 year Vet

      from Lake Tahoe ,CA

      About Me Outdoor Professional

      Pros

      • Adjustable Beam
      • Bright
      • Durable
      • Stable

      Cons

      • Heavy

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Car Camping
      • Day trip
      • Hiking

      Comments about Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp:

      This is one that you should have the only negative is size ,it uses a battery pack of 3AA,size does matter!! this light blows all AAA types out the door.and it has about half the battery life.30/70 as to 75/140 or so they say.It weighs about 2 oz more than AAA type.I set the head lamp on 5 led on low setting option it died at 83 hours,better than most AAA types.Use this light for emergency's,Tail gate Camping or as I do for Back Packing.

      • Gift:
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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jan

      17

      2010

       
      5.0

      Sweet Light

      By MMMoose

      from VA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Pros

      • Adjustable Beam
      • Bright
      • Durable
      • Long battery life
      • Spare Bulb
      • Stable

      Cons

      • Heavy

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Biking
      • Car Camping
      • Hiking
      • Kayaking

      Comments about Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp:

      This light is great for a number of uses; I especially like using it for long paddling trips where the weight is not an issue and the distance of the beam can be a real life saver if you don't make it to the destination before nightfall (happened while thru-paddling the Everglades). It can also be rigged up into a great bike light because the beams cover a wide area.
      The main thing to keep in mind is that it is heavy, so if you are a true ultralight person it may not be optimal. If that doesnt matter and you need the longer life for longer trips or the extreme brightness of the light, this is the headlamp for you.
      The fact that you can change the number of lamps used to save power is very convenient.
      If you want a lighter headlamp, check out the fuel which is still bright and superlight - great for night running.

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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Dec

      28

      2009

       
      5.0

      Very versatile lamp.

      By Lange

      from Southern New Jersey

      About Me Getting Started

      Pros

      • Adjustable Beam
      • Bright
      • Long battery life
      • Stable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Hiking

        Comments about Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp:

        Very much enjoy the lamp. Great for biking and walking, really brightens the path. Also great for use around the house, general chores frees up both hands. I especially use it when working on my stereo, all those cables get confusing. All around great lamp to have.

        • Gift:
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        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Nov

        30

        2009

         
        5.0

        Best lamp Ive ever owned

        By Quiet_the_Ruckus

        from Stevens Point, WI

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Adjustable Beam
        • Bright
        • Durable
        • Long battery life
        • Stable

        Cons

        • Bulky
        • Heavy

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp:

        I used this light recently for a weekend trip to the Sylvania Wilderness area and could not have been more impressed. Even in cooler temps where my previous headlamps have needed at least one battery replacement in the same duration, this lamp maintained a consistent brightness. I had no trouble seeing in any conditions,and the fact that it doesn't over heat on your forehead is an added comfort.

        The only downside is the weight, but compared to the performance, and cost of replacement batteries (3 AA vs. an expensive speciatly battery), this is really a non-issue.

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        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Oct

        17

        2009

         
        5.0

        highly recommended

        By bobaloca

        from rancho cucamonga ca.

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Adjustable Beam
        • Bright
        • Durable
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Car Camping
          • Hiking

          Comments about Princeton Tec Corona LED Headlamp:

          although this headlamp is used for camping, i also used it for fishing at night on the beach shores in San Clemente (pitch black), would probably got lost without it. also catching crawfish in the rivers and streams of Greensville up north. not only it's a killer value,it's also the brightest for the price and reliability.

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          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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