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Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp
$30.00
Item qualifies for annual
REI Member Refund (typically 10%)
Simplicity and versatility come to the campsite and trail with the Princeton Tec® Quad Headlamp
- 4 LED bulbs operate in high, medium, low and flashing modes; suitable for use around a campsite or for signalling from a distance
- Single strap fits easily over caps and lets you read in comfort in your sleeping bag without a battery pack pressing against the back of your head
- The single switch atop the headlamp is easily located and operated; pivoting headlamp lets you point the beam where you prefer
- Features a low-battery indicator; LED bulbs last seemingly forever
- Waterproof to 1 meter
- Includes 3 AAA batteries
Imported.
Item 736937
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Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp Specs
Specification | Description |
| Bulb type | 4 LEDs |
| Weight with batteries | 3.38 ounces |
| Dimensions | 2.5 x 2 x 1.5 inches |
| Brightness (lux @ 2 meters) | High: 37 / low: 9 |
| Maximum beam distance | High: 24 / low: 12 meters |
| Brightness levels | 3 |
| Beam type | Flood |
| Strobes | 1 |
| Regulated output | Yes (low setting only) |
| Battery life at 70 degrees | High: 50 / low: 150 hours |
| Batteries | 3 AAA |
| Material | Plastic |
| Rechargeable | No |
Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Bright (34)
- Durable (28)
- Adjustable beam (26)
- Good battery life (19)
- Stable (16)
Cons
- Poor battery life (3)
Best Uses
- Backpacking (34)
- Hiking (31)
- Car camping (26)
- Day trip (21)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (18), Casual adventurer (16)
Reviewed by 35 customers
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Pros
- Adjustable Beam
- Bright
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
I am an Army combat medic in over in the desert. I originally bought this to use for a cheap light in training lanes, but boy was I mistaken. This is a great tool. I regularly use it to aid wounded soldiers, and it has yet to fail me. The battery life is not excellent, but I have had far worse. Its lightweight and easily turned on and off even with gloves. I like that it has only one button for on/off and power adjustment.When i get home this light will have a definite home in my hiking pack.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Beam
- Bright
- Durable
- Stable
Cons
- Mediocre Battery Life
Best Uses
- Around the house
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Plucking Nose Hairs
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
I bought this headlamp on a recommendation from a friend, and I haven't been disappointed. I've been using this little hoss for two years now, and it gets its heaviest use hiking on poorly-developed trails at night.
That being said, I use the brightest setting for long stretches of time, and so I use up batteries like it's going out of style. I don't suppose it would be any different with other brands of lights.
The lamp assembly also detaches from the headband, and I've been able to stand it up on a rock or a table to act as a standalone spotlight. You can also wear the headband by itself to look like an 80's rocker.
I usually camp near freshwater sources, so the 1m water resistance is handy for those moments of clumsy awesomeness near the water. I would highly recommend against using what appears to be a place to use a standard head screwdriver on the battery cover. You will break the plastic if you try to wrench down on the battery cover knob, and there goes the water resistance.
The multiple beam strengths are perfect for conserving battery power around the campsite. Also (and I'm sure Princeton Tec didn't have this in mind), it's perfect for throwing light into my nostrils when it's time to trim the hair up there!
Pros
- Bright
- Waterproof
Cons
- Case poorly constructed
Best Uses
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
my experience mirrors another reviewers regarding cracking, pasted below is a copy of the email i sent to Princeton Tec on 9/17 (no reply thus far)... next trip to REI I plan to exchange for the Underwater Kinetics model that looks much more bomber. i wish i had read the reviews before i bought this and saved myself the trouble. ***********************************************"Hi there, some product feedback for you. I bought a new Quad headlamp at REI several weeks ago. After taking on a brief car camping trip and using it a couple nights I noticed it was cracked at the front edge of the black plastic housing (the thin spot between the button and the lens) and down through the top of the clear plastic lens. What a bummer, so much for being rugged & waterproof/submersible. I returned to REI thinking I got a defective one somehow. They, of course, cheerily gave me another one no questions asked. The [...] thought that maybe the screw used to seal the battery housing put too much tension on the thin plastic stressing it and causing the crack? Not sure about that theory but in my opinion not a very robust design. From your own website: "The LEDs are safe forever inside a tough waterproof housing that will survive severe impacts and water submersions up to one meter." hmmm...So on getting the new one I was careful not to torque the screw down when I installed the batteries before I used it on a 7 day paddling trip. When I got home, alas the new one had a crack on the same exact spot. the lamp was not abused or dropped or mishandled (packed in a padded fleece bag). This is really disappointing as I have had 2 of your headlamps and a flash light over the years going back to pre LED days, and they have been always been of high quality and served me well.Anyways I thought you would like to know about this very disappointing experience so you improve your product in the future. I will be returning the 2nd defective unit to REI and choosing a different brand/model that is a more rugged design and of higher build quality before my next outing."
Service and delivery comments:
REI support is awesome!
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Beam
- Bright
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
I think they did a minor design update recently, hopefully (fingers crossed!) fixing the cracking issue. I returned my first one 6 mo. old, original batteries, with a cracked case and exchanged it for a new one. Floor model had same crack, but replacement is slightly different! Original had yellow button, new one has gray button. I'm thinking they may have also changed a few other materials and tweaked the design very slightly to address the cracking issue.
Love everything else about this light. I think the technical term is "stupid bright." Easily adjustable, battery life is good for me, comfortable. The regulated LED design is great too, with the low battery indicator, really sold me on this model. Give it a chance!
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Awesome
- Bright
- Durable
- Long battery life
- Low battery warning
- Stable
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Caving
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
I am a boy scout so I go camping, hiking, caving, and everything in between. But I don't do any of them without my awesome Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp. It's superbright bulb was enough to illuminate huge caverns, snow shelters, and endless stretchs of woods. I love the low battery warning and how it doesn't dim as the battery runs out. I have dropped it in enough mountain streams to know that it is water and shatter proof.
- Gift:
- Yes
Pros
- Adjustable Beam
- Bright
- Durable
- Long battery life
- Stable
Cons
- Bulky
- No Infrared
- Uncomfortable
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
I used this lamp from Harper's Ferry, VA all the way to Baxter State Park in ME on the AT. It's beautifully bright (I like to night hike sometimes), and the fact that it uses three AAA batteries should be looked at as a +, not a -. Why? Well, if you're long distance hiking, you'll always be able to find replacement batteries at one gas station towns.
The negatives to the light are outweighed by this thing's ability and durability, but here they are. No infrared setting, so if you want to get up in a shelter in the morning to pee, you're likely going to blind some sleeping hiker with the beam. Second, it should have a foam rubber pad on the back of headpiece. As it is, the strap runs through the frame and acts as a buffer between your forehead and the lamp, but don't be surprised when you take this thing off and have some red indentations in the shape of a headlamp on your skin. Maybe I had it too tight, but you don't want it to fall off ...
Overall, I loved this lamp, and I used three different ones. The tiny Petzls weren't bright enough to light up a book, much less a Trail at night, and the the cheap Energizers at Wally World are great for the price, but not as durable. I dropped that lamp on the shelter floor a couple of times and it died. Over 1,000 miles, it's to be expected.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Beam
- Bright
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
I bought this headlamp before my last hiking trip at the REI in Kennesaw, GA. They had this model on sale for about[$] so I couldn't pass it up, especially when none of the other models anywhere close to that price range seemed to be as bright, have the same level of settings, or be water resistant to 1 m. It's become my standard flashlight at home when going out in the yard after dark or the like and I haven't noticed any of the issues with cracking mentioned in several other reviews. I will keep this in mind, however, and make sure not to overtighten when replacing the batteries whenever they die.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- AAA batteries
- Adjustable Beam
- Bright
- Durable
- Long battery life
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Caving
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
Our family has owned three for several years and had no problems. Others with cracking problems at case top may be over-tightening the case screw.
Particularly like the beam pattern - good balance of close-up intensity, spread and distance. Not too heavy, particularly good battery life on low and mid brightness. Excellent value.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Beam
- Battery Life Indicator
- Bright
- Durable
Cons
- No red light
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Hiking
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
When I went to REI they had a bunch of headlights on display to try out. This one was by far the brightest. I know there are technically brighter ones but the way the light floods out just makes all the difference If you are looking for a headlight that is as good as a flashlight this is it. The rubber button is nice for off/on and lighting adjustment. It's a lot easier than fumbling with a switch. Additionally, it just feels sturdy and is actually pretty comfortable to wear. I haven't had to change the batteries yet after a season of regular use but I keep it on the lower settings during prolonged periods. The low battery indicator is a nice touch even though it hasn't come on yet.
I'm sure there are nicer ones out there but for the price there isn't anything more I could want in a light.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Beam
- Bright
- Long battery life
Cons
- Cracked Housing
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp:
I love the form and function of the Quad, but I'm on my fourth one due to a reoccuring crack in the housing by the switch. If I didn't want a waterproof headlamp I wouldn't worry about it.
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