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Photon Freedom To The Max Micro LED Light

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Experience the amazing brightness and total freedom of this ingenious keychain-sized LED light with adjustable brightness modes and safety strobes.

Intuitive one-button control accesses all features; new, brighter LED projects a 20° beam angle
To dim the light once it is turned on, simply press and hold the button until the desired light level is reached
Pressing and holding the button when the light is already off will turn it on at the lowest level and allow you to gradually increase the brightness
Four safety strobe functions (fast, medium, slow, & SOS) can be accessed by continuing to hold the button down
An additional "signaling" mode lets you manually flash Morse code
Included Energizer® lithium batteries provide long lasting service even in sub-zero temperatures and are easy to replace
Quick-release ring reliably attaches to gear for easy access; lanyard clip also included for additional carrying convenience
Water-resistant design features 24K gold plated contacts for superior corrosion resistance
Hands-free multi-purpose Photon Clip included; use it to attach light to your hat bill, pack or nearly anything else
Magnets in base of clip allow attachment to most smooth metal surfaces
Batteries provide 1 foot-candle of light for up to 7 hours at 70 degrees F, 1 hour at 0 degrees
Casing and clips are made from durable polyurethane for lightweight durability

The Photon FreedomTo The Max Micro LED Light is shipped in a "point-of-purchase battery protection" mode. To take it out of this point-of-purchase mode, simply press and hold the button until the light turns off (approx. 15-20 seconds).

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Photon Freedom To The Max Micro LED Light Customer Reviews

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Photon Freedom To The Max Micro LED Light

4.8

(based on 6 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Bright (6)
Durable (5)
Adjustable beam (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking (5)
Hiking (5)
Car camping (4)
Day trip (3)

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Sep

2007

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great light!

By LEL

from Boise, ID

About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Bright
Tiny

Cons

Broke

Best Uses

Backpacking
Keyring accessory

Comments about Photon Freedom To The Max Micro LED Light:

This light is incredibly bright for having just one tiny bulb. My husband and I took two of them as our only light sources on a month-long backpacking trip. Unfortunately, one of them quit turning on suddenly after very few uses (hence the four starts instead of five), but REI graciously let us return it, as usual. The one that kept working, though, provided plenty of light for midnight potty runs and Scrabble games. While backpacking, I keep my light attached to me at all times, along with my emergency whistle, and I hardly even notice it until I need it. No more digging through the depths of my backpack in the twilight!

I'm very happy with the attachment options provided in such a small package. The swiveling hat clip/magnet mount is terrific.

Although battery life is much shorter than other lights I've used, the weight of a set of spare batteries is practically negligible. I took a handful of spares with me on our month-long trip and didn't end up needing any of them, since we generally went to bed and got up with the sun.

Also, I love the on/off switch. You don't have to pinch it to hold it on and it is easy to operate with gloved hands -- or teeth if need be!

Apr

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

The king of micro lights

By like2hike

from Apex, NC

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Adjustable Beam
Bright
Durable

Cons

Best Uses

Hiking

Comments about Photon Freedom To The Max Micro LED Light:

I have used one daily for many years and it is just great. Easy to make a small headlamp out of it by clipping to a headstrap. Easily rides in the pocket or on a keyring or zipper. Surprisingly bright. It is interesting that you can remove the two 2016 batteries and replace them with a single 2032 battery and the runtime changes from good to amazing. Maximum brightness is a bit less, but it is still adequate for most tasks. I have never had a problem with it turning on by accident, but you can cover the switch with the included necklace bracket for extra security or put the switch into momentary mode if desired.

Oct

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Best pocket light yet

By finaegelin

from Walnut Creek, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Bright
Durable
Easy Dimming
Long battery life

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Day trip
Everyday handy light
Hiking

Comments about Photon Freedom To The Max Micro LED Light:

I carry one of these in my pocket every day. It's the best pocket light I've found so far. It worked great on my John Muir Trail hike this August, as well as on hikes in the Austrian Alps. I especially like the dimmer feature. It lets me turn on a very low beam in my tent so I don't have to risk waking my wife with a bright light. The high beam is adequate for short night walks or reading in bed.
I love these pocket lights... now I've just got to find a way to keep from losing them before they wear out.

Feb

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Awesome, but NO adjustable beam...

By Treehugger2006

from McKinleyville, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Bright
Durable

Cons

No Beam Adjustment

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Day trip
Hiking
Night jogs

Comments about Photon Freedom To The Max Micro LED Light:

I read the reviews and agree with everyone, this light is worth the money. I use it on overnighters as a headlamp and I keep one in my purse for unlocking the door in the dark. I do want to say, though, contrary to many of the reviews, this is NOT an adjustable beam (that means you can change the beam from narrow to wide). It does have an adjustable brightness (dimmer), which is cool for conserving energy or allowing your tent-mate to sleep while you write in your journal.

Dec

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Every keychain should have one!

By light gadget guy

from North Andover, MA

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Adjustable Beam
Bright
Durable
Long battery life

Cons

Can't think of any

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Day trip
Hiking
Keychain for car keys

Comments about Photon Freedom To The Max Micro LED Light:

Dimmer feature is great. Also necklace and hat clip add versatility.

I bought one for each keychain. Also great for gifts or stocking-stuffers.

Sep

2009

5.0

I'm in love

By squidy

from Seattle

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Adjustable Beam
Bright
Durable
Super portable
Water resistant

Cons

Uses batteries

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Emergency light
Hiking

Comments about Photon Freedom To The Max Micro LED Light:

I've started using this as my main (and only) light source on all my camping trips, and all my friends are jealous, hehehe.

I haven't really used the different features or the hat clip, though I can see how they'd come in handy. I usually just hang it around my neck on highest brightness, where it casts light in all directions but doesn't glare in my eyes: perfect for walking and doing all kinds of tasks. It can also be pointed like a flashlight in case you want more light in one area.

I like the way it mounts on the clip and necklace thing, because if you flip it over, the button is covered, so you can put it in your bag and not worry about it turning on.

The battery has not died yet and the light has shown no signs of faltering or failing, though I've been camping a lot lately.

The manufacturers inform me that "water resistant" means it can be dropped in puddles and even run through the wash without dying, though it shouldn't be regularly submerged. So no worries about accidentally getting it wet.

The only improvement I could ever ask for is a version that can somehow be charged in the wilderness!