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Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp

Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp

Item # 715189
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Designed for versatility, the EOS is optimal for both localized, up-close needs and for spotting at a distance.

  • A 1-watt SuperBright LED and the Princeton Tec®-designed optimized lens/collimator maximize the beam by balancing long throw with flood light
  • Self-contained battery system eliminates external wires; operates on three AAA batteries, included
  • Equipped with three brightness levels and a blinking emergency mode to provide different amounts of light for different conditions and situations
  • Each level provides true current regulation ensuring that the EOS will remain at constant brightness as long as the batteries have sufficient voltage
  • High-grade materials ensure durability and strong resistance to water, weather and environmental conditions

Made in USA.

Item 715189

Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp Specs

Specification

Description

Bulb detailSuperBright LED
Weight with batteries3.7 ounces
Dimensions2.7 x 2.5 x 1.9 inches
Brightness (lux @ 2 meters)High: 203 / low: 18
Maximum beam distanceHigh: 57 / low: 17 meters
Brightness levels3
Beam typeSpot
Strobes1
Regulated outputYes
Battery life at 70 degreesHigh: 6.5 / low: 60 hours
Batteries3 AAA
MaterialPlastic

Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp Customer Reviews

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Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp
 
4.6

(based on 16 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Bright (15)
  • Durable (14)
  • Good battery life (14)
  • Stable (9)
  • Adjustable beam (4)

Cons

  • No beam adjustment (4)

Best Uses

  • Backpacking (15)
  • Hiking (12)
  • Car camping (9)
  • Day trip (7)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (8), Casual/ recreational (7)

Reviewed by 16 customers

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Sep

12

2007

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

One of the best.

By smokeater

from Granite Bay, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer, Firefighter, Rope Rescue Instructor, Water rescue instructor

Site Member

Pros

  • Bright
  • Durable
  • Long battery life
  • Stable
  • Strobe

Cons

  • No Beam Adjustment

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Car Camping
  • Fire Suppression
  • Rescue

Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

From what I understand this light was designed and marketed for the rescue community by Princeton Tech. My first experience with it was last year during a night search. One of the guys with us forgot his headlamp so he grabbed an EOS [...]on his way out of town. His light put all the others to shame. Water proof, compact low profile, light weight, Tough construction, and as bright as a handheld flashlight. The focused beam had excellent reach. Needless to say, everyone kinda gravitated toward this guy when we were picking our way through the darkness in the river canyon.Being an LED, you will have battery life for days on end. At least one operational period at full brightness and 56 hrs at the lowest setting (over 4 days of constant use). The beam is fixed but you do have three brightness settings for adjustment and to extend battery life. It's water proof, making it ideal for rescue work and pretty much guaranteeing it will work in the rec world.Another feature that sold us was the strobe. Excellent for getting peoples attention and distinguishing your position in low light conditions.I use this light for rescue work and wildland firefighting. Also great to have on a camping or backpacking trip. When someone asks me about headlamps this is the only one I recommend. It is now a standard component of our technical rescue ensemble.The only cons I have are with the AAA batteries. Sometimes they can be hard to find. I've had my EOS for 9 months with varied use and I am still on the original batteries. I think I will probably lose this light before the battery runs out. Also if water does get into the shell it will fry the electronics. So make sure the cover screw is tight before you get wet.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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Nov

2

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Bright, Light, Right

By Cold Weather Hiker

from New England

About Me Casual/ Recreational, Winter Hiker

Site Member

Pros

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

Cons

  • No Beam Adjustment

Best Uses

  • Automotive Work
  • Backpacking
  • Car Camping
  • Day trip
  • Electrical
  • Hiking
  • House Work
  • Plumbing

Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

This light is bright! And it stays bright for quite a long time. Unlike some others this model has a voltage regulator in it; so, it tends to stay brighter longer. My only complaint is that the light comes on at the brightest setting, which can really ruin your night vision if you're not expecting it. Wish it started out low and then got brighter. This is a great light.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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Aug

13

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Strong and Bright

By Halcon Peregrino

from Lima Peru

About Me Professional Guide

Pros

  • Bright
  • Durable
  • Long battery life

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Car Camping
    • Day trip
    • Hiking

    Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

    One of the Best Headlamps for any conditions, Rainforest, Mountain, Coast...Always Perfect, Bright, Water resist and Long Life. Enjoy the Night.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Dec

    5

    2007

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Best Light for the Buck

    By Duckweed

    from Boise, ID

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Bright
    • Durable
    • Long battery life
    • Stable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Hiking

      Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

      I have about 5 Princeton lights and have no complaints but this one now is the main one I use. I typically keep it on a lower level to conserve battery but when you need the light it is there.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      6

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      GREAT lighting value!

      By Kirkland

      from Kirkland, WA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Bright
      • Durable
      • Lightweight
      • Long battery life
      • Operable with light glove
      • REALLY bright
      • Stable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Biking
        • Car Camping
        • Hiking

        Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

        The EOS provides a tremendous amount of light for the money, it is built well, and light. It is certainly a great value.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        19

        2007

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great Headlap

        By Ketchikan

        from Joliet, Illinois

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Bright
        • Durable
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Day trip
          • Hiking

          Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

          This is a great headlamp!!! No complaints!!! VERY BRIGHT!!!! Lowest setting is bright enough for most work in low light areas.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jul

          21

          2008

          (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          LIGHT LAMP

          By CHIROPRACTOR

          from BOULDER CO

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Bright
          • Durable
          • Long battery life
          • Stable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Backpacking
            • Day trip
            • Hiking

            Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

            GREAT LAMP BUT IF I HAD A CHOICE I WOULD BUY THE BLACK DIAMOND SPOT. ITS A BIT LIGHTER AND I LIKE HOW IT ILLUMINATES. THE PROBLEM IS THERE IS NO SENSOR THAT SHOWS YOU WHEN THE BATTERY IS LOW. IT WILL JUST GET DIM AND EVENTUALLY GO OUT. ONCE I WENT CAVING WITH MY FRIEND JEFF IN FLAGSTAFF AND AFTER A FULL DAY WE DID ONE MORE TRAVERSE DOWN A SMALL SLOT WE HAD TO TURN BACK CAUSE IT WENT OUT IT TOOK A WHILE TO GET THE BATTERIES IN AGAIN BUT WHEN WE DID I WONT LIE THE SUCKER IS BRIGHT BUT THE LED WILL ONLY LIGHT UP WHAT YOUR POINTED AT. I LIKE THAT ITS ADJUSTABLE. GOOD WHEN YOUR HIKING OUT AT NIGHT. VERY SIMPLE AND LONG LIFE. ITS ALSO H2O PROOF TO A METER SO DONT WORRY ABOUT THE RAIN. FITS NICELY UNDER MY ELIOS VISION HELMET FROM PETZL TOO. BUT I LIKED IT SO MUCH I BOUGHT 3

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Jan

            2

            2008

             
            5.0

            One of the best

            By Mr. AC

            from San Francisco

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Bright
            • Long battery life
            • Regulated Power Supply

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Backpacking
              • Car Camping

              Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

              Great headlamp. I highly recommend LED lights with regulated power supplies, like this one. My old Petzl just got dimmer and dimmer as the battery wore down. The Princeton Tec's regulation ensures that the power output remains much more constant, so the light will be bright even if the battery is low.

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Dec

              25

              2007

               
              5.0

              Keep it close to you

              By Griffdb

              from Mountain View, CA

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Adjustable Beam
              • Bright
              • Durable
              • Long battery life

              Cons

              • None noticed so far

              Best Uses

              • Hiking
              • Home Improvement
              • Overnight trips

              Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

              The three intensities plus the flashing light meet all of my requirements. I use the various intensities for DIY projects requiring spotlight for my work. The blinking feature is great for walks since it floods the pathway with light but conserves energy. It's also handy as a flashlight.

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Sep

              18

              2007

              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Excellent Quality at a Great Price!!!!

              By Ketchikan

              from Joliet, Illinois

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Bright
              • Durable
              • Long battery life
              • Stable

              Cons

              • No Beam Adjustment

              Best Uses

              • Backpacking
              • Day trip
              • Hiking

              Comments about Princeton Tec EOS LED Headlamp:

              Excellent, Well Made, Regulated, Bright!!!

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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