BLF Q8 5000 Lumen Compact Searchlight - $62.56 Delivered @ Thorfire Amazon AU

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BLF Q8 5000 Lumen Compact Searchlight - $62.56 Delivered @ Thorfire Amazon AU

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OzBargain's favourite lightsaber torch.

Don't forget your favourite cashback service, e.g. Cashrewards brings this down to $57.55

Q8 Utilize 4 x CREE XPL V6-3D Led, projecting up to 5000 lumens. The Quad aluminum reflectors ensure the light reaches a throw range up to 492 yards.
Highly Customizable: Q8 uses the latest NarsilM, which supporting multi channel output configurations. Users could set the interface as easy or complicated as you like. A must have for flashlight enthusiast.
Long Runtime: Runs off 4*18650 button top batteries lasting up to 1500 hours(Battery Not Included). Integrated power indicator in side switch indicates remaining battery power.The light is intended to be used with button top 18650 batteries. We highly recommend the use of protected cells.
Compact and Durable: The plam sized light was constructed from aerospace grade aluminum alloy with premium Type III hard -anodized. All circuitry contact points are gold plated, enabling better conductivity and more durability. Strenthened thermal heat fins make the light stable in real working conditions.
Tripod mount:Integrated camera type thread mounting point make it convenient for users to use the Q8 light on standard tripods as an exterior light or for fixed illumination.

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RichardL on 15/11/2018 - 11:59

+2

Sad that I missed out on the $39.10 Deal, which will never happen again.
- pogichinoy on 15/11/2018 - 12:12
  
  Me too :(
  
  I've missed out on previous deals too and this was the best thing since they've got stock again.
- Diji1 on 15/11/2018 - 13:05
  
  Guess I won't be buyng a ludicrpus torch then. :|
aargee on 15/11/2018 - 12:09

+2

Great torch, ours is called 'Possum Killer'
- ensanguined on 15/11/2018 - 12:14
  
  So it could be used as a way to scare away an annoying and dangerous wild cat that keeps coming to our house?
  - aargee on 15/11/2018 - 12:16
    
    It would certainly blind it…
    - ensanguined on 15/11/2018 - 12:58
      
      Oh no…don't want that…maybe…
  - m9 on 15/11/2018 - 12:39
    
    smack smack smack smack
    - ensanguined on 15/11/2018 - 12:58
      
      Haha wtf!
      - Click_It on 15/11/2018 - 13:46
        
        @ensanguined: Just enjoy the attention ;)
- Louis89 on 15/11/2018 - 13:59
  
  I will call it: Portable HID high beam Double Strength.
- steve54321 on 15/11/2018 - 21:58
  
  My kids call it the "flesh burner". I just call it the best 50 bucks I've ever spent in my life! (got it on some Amazon deal a while back)
Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 12:13

Oh how I wish I could justify this right now.
- RichardL on 15/11/2018 - 12:16
  
  +1
  
  Early xmas present for yourself.
- StingyBritches on 15/11/2018 - 13:39
  
  +1
  
  I can't either, but placed my order…
  - Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 13:50
    
    Yeah I jumped on the bandwagon. Now I gotta drop ~$40 on some high drain nipple tops. Oh, the silly decisions I make…
    - AssociatedLionheart @ ThorFire-AU on 15/11/2018 - 16:13
      
      Button tops are better, I use the 30Q's, perfect for this light
      - Tacooo on 16/11/2018 - 10:02
        
        +1
        
        @Lionheart: Button tops and nipple tops are the same thing.
      - jason101 on 23/11/2018 - 23:32
        
        @Lionheart: Based on a quick eBay search 30Q's are flat tops (no button/nipple) is a flat top ok for this torch ?
        
        Fullhalter on 24/11/2018 - 02:02
        
        @jason101: They also come with buttons. Or solder blob the flat tops if you're game, but it's not as easy at it seems.
        
        https://www.techaroundyou.com/index.php?route=product/produc…
        
        pogichinoy on 03/12/2018 - 17:16
        
        @Fullhalter: Same place I got my nip batteries.
Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 12:30

Is this thing IPX rated at all? I'd be using this for a bit of water activity but if it's not rated at all I won't bother.
- idk on 15/11/2018 - 12:38
  
  +1
  
  Second last picture shows IPX8
  - Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 13:39
    
    Thanks for that.
- ensanguined on 15/11/2018 - 13:29
  
  +1
  
  One guy wrote this on Amazon: The build quality of the Q8 is very impressive, having dropped this torch into water accidentally multiple times, the torch is still working perfectly fine.
  - Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 13:39
    
    Glad to hear. I'll be swimming with this through canals and such so I need at least 1m and this apparently does 2m :D
    - aargee on 15/11/2018 - 15:37
      
      Be aware it is quite weighty and will sink like a rock if dropped underwater. No hole for a lanyard either.
      A BLF 6, single cell unit might be better for what you're doing?
      - Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 15:59
        
        @aargee: That's okay. Too late now ahaha. I'm a decent swimmer and shouldn't have problems holding it. Plus the water is almost never 2M deep.
      - dust on 15/11/2018 - 16:03
        
        +1
        
        @aargee: You can screw a lanyard holder in the tripod mount on the body of the torch.
    - eDust on 15/11/2018 - 17:12
      
      A bit off topic but wouldn't a water proof headlamp be easier for your activity?
      
      The Black Diamond Storm comes to mind.
      - Tacooo on 16/11/2018 - 10:03
        
        @eDust: I mean, if I want some piddly little beam that doesn't touch the bottom due to all the sediment :P
        
        Now I can just burn that sediment away with the Q8 ahahaha.
plague69 on 15/11/2018 - 12:49

-1

Can't buy… Since flat top battery is banned…
- MaKa on 15/11/2018 - 12:55
  
  The third picture indicated that a button top battery will work
- Major Mess on 15/11/2018 - 12:55
  
  Since when? Do you have a link?
- Major Mess on 15/11/2018 - 12:57
  
  Regardless of your claim.
  "The light is intended to be used with button top 18650 batteries. We highly recommend the use of protected cells."
- Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 13:26
  
  +1
  
  Banned…? What the hell do you mean banned?
- dust on 15/11/2018 - 16:03
  
  I'm using mine with flat top 18650s. No issues.
  - AssociatedLionheart @ ThorFire-AU on 15/11/2018 - 16:14
    
    +2
    
    Button tops way better, flat tops work but can be inconsistent in their connection when the light is screwed together, thus making some batteries work hard and some not work at all.
butter on 15/11/2018 - 12:57

Thanks OP, bought two.

Not sure why I need multiple C8's, S70S and now 2 Q8's.

They'll come in handy one day I suppose.
butter on 15/11/2018 - 13:01

Can anyone comment about max size of batteries?
- Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 13:27
  
  Well they recommend protected nipple-top 18650s so I'd say a tad over 65mm long will be fine.
- Major Mess on 15/11/2018 - 13:35
  
  Reviewers seem to recommend the Samsung 30Q 3000mAh unprotected.
  
  What I am not sure about is if I should be using protected or unprotected. The listing states protected, but other listings recommend both??? or unprotected.
  
  Can any flashlight guru's offer some help?
  - Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 13:41
    
    +1
    
    Unprotected is fine as long as you're not an idiot. So long as you know how to properly charge them and keep them in good condition then it's fine. This thing has inbuilt protections which will keep you safe. I think they mainly recommend protected so some idiot doesn't go blowing up 4x 15/20A cells in their face and losing their sight from it.
  - StingyBritches on 15/11/2018 - 13:42
    
    The gurus at Budget Light forums like unprotected cells for the Q8.
    
    Have a look at:
    http://budgetlightforum.com/node/61956
    - Major Mess on 15/11/2018 - 13:58
      
      Yep thanks, found that.
      
      Techaroundyou in Melbourne gets recommended on Ozbargain. Does anyone have a link for the ebay seller who gets recommended?
      
      Techaroundyou
      https://www.techaroundyou.com/index.php?route=common/home
      - ensanguined on 15/11/2018 - 14:15
        
        @Major Mess: I just ordered some from there also:
        
        https://www.ebay.com.au/sch/m.html?_odkw=&_ssn=techaroundyou…
        
        pogichinoy on 15/11/2018 - 17:23
        
        @ensanguined: This is the mob I got the Samsung batteries from.
      - StingyBritches on 15/11/2018 - 14:26
        
        @Major Mess: I use supersports600. Very helpful if you have any questions.
        
        https://www.ebay.com.au/str/supersports600?_trksid=p2047675.…
        
        Major Mess on 15/11/2018 - 14:30
        
        @StingyBritches: Thanks, that is the seller. I just found them in an old email I sent to a friend.
Major Mess on 15/11/2018 - 14:02

Shopback also still have 8% cashback at Amazon AU, as well as Cashrewards.
- Tacooo on 15/11/2018 - 14:13
  
  Mhmm. I claimed the $5 cashback on it.
inamberclad on 15/11/2018 - 14:05

+1

BLF? BFL!!
- Major Mess on 15/11/2018 - 14:13
  
  +1
  
  The family friendly name.
Fullhalter on 15/11/2018 - 16:57

More like a volcano than a lightsaber :)
Bunsen on 15/11/2018 - 18:52

Don't forget the brass screw upgrade.. Mentioned on the BLF forum iirc..

Did it to mine, didn't notice much difference although i have only used it indoors, lol..
Archaleas on 16/11/2018 - 10:02

Purchased thanks op! Did it though cashrewards (first time) anyone know how long it takes to appear? also there seems to be a minimum $10 withdraw? do you guys that use it just let it accumulate and transfer into your paypal?
- Tacooo on 16/11/2018 - 10:13
  
  +1
  
  I did mine about 2pm yesterday and just got the confirmation email 5 minutes ago. $5 back aint bad.
  - Archaleas on 16/11/2018 - 11:14
    
    Nice one, thanks for that. Does the $5 go straight into your account?
    - Tacooo on 16/11/2018 - 11:22
      
      Yep. Confirmation period is expected to be 75 days they say.
ozb3n on 16/11/2018 - 10:19

I'm getting the code is not valid, anyone else seeing this?
- pogichinoy on 16/11/2018 - 10:24
  
  Looks like the promo sale is over :( Sorry
  - ozb3n on 16/11/2018 - 10:24
    
    Damn, too slow :(
Archaleas on 16/11/2018 - 13:31

ANyone just buys some batteries + charger with a link they could share?
- LOTU on 16/11/2018 - 23:11
  
  I've ordered these https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/4-Panasonic-NCR-18650-B-Protecte…
  - Archaleas on 17/11/2018 - 10:20
    
    Nice one, thanks. forgot how expensive they are when looking at them during previous Q8 deals
pepitovfr on 17/11/2018 - 16:46

For those who missed out it's available here for $52.99 delivered if you don't mind buying from Hong Kong.
http://tinyurl.com/yczb39nf

I'm tempted but I may pass because I prefer torches that can charge it's own batteries while installed. Still very happy with my Klarus XT11GT 2000

This was posted 5 years 5 months 9 days ago, and might be an out-dated deal.

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