Coast HP314 Long Range Focusing 1132 Lumen LED Flashlight
Coast HP314 Long Range Focusing 1132 Lumen LED Flashlight By Coast
Price : $191.29
Product Description
Featuring our Long Range Focusing Optic System the HP314 has our longest, X-Range Spot Beam and our powerful, Broad View Flood Beam. With a beam distance of 2,240 feet; it is an essential piece of gear for rescue and law enforcement professionals, as well as anyone who needs to throw a lot of light a great distance down range. A quick cycle switch allows you to select between a high output setting of 1,132 lumens, a high powered strobe mode, or a low output of 95 lumens. Using 4 D cell batteries, you will get a runtime of up to 4 hours 15 minutes on high or up to 192 hours on low. Built tough, an impact-resistant, lightweight aluminum casing resists rust and corrosion. The HP314 also features an unbreakable LED and rubberized O-ring for reliable water resistance and durability. Backed by Coast's lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship. Tested and rated to ANSI/FL1 standards by an independent laboratory.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #76468 in Home Improvement
- Size: 1132 Lumens
- Brand: Coast
- Model: HP314
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 3.35" h x
3.35" w x
17.12" l,
1.00 pounds
Features
- Long Range Focusing Optic with Speed Focus; up to 683 meter (2240 ft.) beam distance
- 1132 lumen light output; 4 hour 15 minute runtime
- 4 x D cell batteries included
- Custom EVA carrying case and shoulder strap included
- Length: 17. 12 in. /43. 5 cm; Weight: 3. 1 lb. /1. 4 kg
Customer Reviews
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38 of 41 people found the following review helpful.
By J. Dassaro
I am a former law enforcement officer very familiar with these types of flashlights. I have used Surefire and Maglites for years. This light is better than any Maglite I ever used and better than most Surefire's. Given it's price point in comparison to competition, it is a strong buy.
Product packaging is similiar to opening an Ipad or IPhone. Very classy and well presented in what I consider a presentation box (in other words, it's not blister packed). I was so impressed I was going to post an unboxing video, but someone beat me to it. It comes with a lanyard, durable pouch with dual belt loop, and batteries (4 AAA). The flashlight build is very impressive with a perfectly machined (no burs or tool marks) aluminum casing with inlaid knurled patterns making it non slip. The light is compact and ergonomic and easily used as a close quarter hand-held weapon if needed. It has a solid weight and feel, even balanced very well. The light is very bright with two settings (low and high). The focusing mechanism is unusual, but innovative, using a push pull method with a lock(a turn) providing spot (with a ring; also called a bulls eye pattern) or flood light. Both patterns were very accurate with the flood light providing enough light to illuminate a large room evenly. Though another reviewer reported a problem locking the focus, I did not have such a problem. The focus action is smooth, but I imagine sand or debris could potentially interfere with the action of the mechanism (when compared to the traditional twist mthods). A recessed, rubber button at the end of the light activates the power between high and low with each push. Manufacturer specs indicate the flashlight produces 251 lumens of light at the high-power setting giving you up to 5 hours 45 minutes or usage alkaline batteries. At the low-power setting the flashlight produces 58 lumens which will give you about 10 hours of usage. I can confirm the brightness. However, I cannot confirm battery duration yet (I have not had it long enough).
As I previously mentioned, the power button is recessed at the rear of the light and is sealed by a heavy duty rubber cover. This makes the light usable "tactically" for those of you who are shooters. The battery compartment is sealed with a silicone ring of substantial quality making the product highly water resistant. The entire compartment, as the rest of the light, seems to be machined to exacting precision standards with equivocation. I was very impressed. In my opinion, quality control exceeds Maglite by a long-shot and is equal to or just better than Surefire.
I highly recommend this light. I can see how a few of these, spread throughout a house, could serve as emergency lighting during power interruptions. I like the light so much, I just ordered two more to keep around for emergencies.
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05/25/12 EDIT: I just had a chance to use the light in "real world" conditions last night and tested it outside in a street and then a wooded environment. I am even more impressed with the power of the beam and flood as well as usability. The flood will light up a huge area, even at low power, in an even manner. If you hand the light from a tree, you will find awesome results. After handling the flashlight, everyone I was with said they were going to buy this light.
16 of 18 people found the following review helpful.
By Techie
The Coast HP7 is the best flashlight I've ever owned, its LED light is phenomenal with the option to quickly switch between a high and a low output, using the same hand holding it. Powering the Coast HP7 is as simple as pushing a rubber button at the top of the handle. By the way, this power switch might be useful to send international Morse code, in case of an emergency. The switch is very sensitive, so if one presses it briefly, it allows the intermittency needed for the code. Most of the time, we will only need a firm push to light it up. Along with this review, I'm posting a picture of the Coast HP7.
It also comes with a clip-on case and a tie-in in handle.
One issue that I noticed, and I think is worthy of sharing, is the fact that the design of the Coast HP7 has a flaw which eventually make the batteries loose inside the cylinder and later hot when the flashlight is on. I discovered this when I tipped the flashlight over my desk by accident, it was off, and when I put it back on, it worked fine, but after a few minutes it started to get extra hot too fast.
I could feel the heat in the handle. I turned it off, opened it to check out that the batteries (which, by the way, were still new). Then I noticed that a couple of batteries were still making contact with the electric connections, but not all the way in, I removed all the batteries, placed them back in, being sure they were set right, and put the flashlight back on. It didn't overheated again.
So, if you ever drop it, or carry it around for a while, simply check that the batteries are in the right place before turning it on, and if you forget, and it start to get warm, turn it off immediately and check the batteries out.
Other than that, this flashlight is excellent; I like its size, and portability. It comes in a really nice box that would make a nice gift for anybody, since this is the type of tool one always need handy. I'm keeping it on my nightstand in case of an outrage in the middle of the night; it also helps to light under the kitchen sink or in dark corners in closets.
15 of 18 people found the following review helpful.
By Emmanuel Goldstein
I like Coast's penlights. I own this model and the HP3 model. These lights feel and look very similar, but there are a few noted differences. First, unlike the HP3 model, the HP4 does not come with an adjustable flood-to-spotlight neck on the front. It's also a half a half an inch shorter and weights about 40% less than the HP3 (though the HP3 doesn't weight very much itself). The trade off for losing the ability to adjust your light setting is that this light is 18.75% brighter (95 lumens versus 80), but with the naked eye in the dark, I didn't notice very much of a real difference, as the HP3 is already bright enough on its own. If you really care about the additional 15 lumens, then this light might be better for you, but I think the ability to adjust the setting on the light and concentrate the stream is a lot more valuable and a better value for your money.
The HP4 also has a difference style clip. Whereas the HP3 had a clip that could easily hold to a belt or clip on a thin ledge or 2-3mm edge of a cabinet or door, the HP4 has a clip that seems only useful for clipping on one's shirt. It is missing a groove and would fall easily off of one's belt. Also, unlike the HP3, the HP4 has a different type of on/off button. With the HP3, you could moderately tap the rubber switch and the light would quickly flicker on and off, something useful for signalling purposes. With the HP4, the switch is a bit more firm and the light turns on with more a hard set, making this flickering feature next to impossible.
If you just want a portable flashlight that's lightweight and can be carried easily, the HP4 is perfectly acceptable, but if you want more for your money, go with the HP3, if it's available. From a cursory glance, these lights seem almost identical, but when compared side-by-side, there is a world of a difference and quality put into the HP3 that is not in the HP4.
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