High power and number of settings. This could be definition of Storm 500-R headlamp from Black Diamond, one of the models from R-series. Headlamp for a technical consumer who expects all-around performance and features out of their headlamp but still values a compact size is powered with integrated 2400 mAh Li-ion battery with micro-USB charge port.
Black Diamond Storm 500-R is powered with integrated 2400 mAh Li-ion battery with micro-USB charge port. Moreover, integrated battery meter display shows % of power remaining.
Headband is made of recycled elastic material featuring comfortable next to skin Repreve fiber construction. The headlamp itself is then IP67 weatherproof-tested. It means, for example, that it can operate at least 1.0 meters underwater for 30 minutes.
Storm 500-R features PowerTap Technology which allows instant adjustment between full and dimmed power. The settings then include full strength in proximity and distance modes, dimming, strobe, red, green and blue night-vision, and lock mode.
Brightness memory, which is feature of Black Diamond R-series hedlamp, allows you to turn the light on and off at a chosen brightness without reverting back to default setting.
Storm 500-R headlamp has also digital lock mode which feature safeguards against accidental use when stored in a pack or pocket.
Measured to ANSI FL 1 standard in laboratory conditions, using integrated battery, at a certain temperature and humidity. Values may vary depending on conditions, settings used or different brands of batteries.
Mode | Luminous flux (lm) | Distance (m) | Runtime/full charge |
Reserve |
LOW | 6 | 12 | 350 h | 0 h |
MED | 250 | 60 | 19 h | 15 h |
MAX |
500 | 120 | 7 h | 20 h |
Runtime 10 % of initial output – ANSI FL 1 Standard
Reserve – additional time the headlamp will produce usable light (measured to 0,25 lx with 4 m distance)
Number of modes | 12 |
Weight | 100 g |
Types of batteries / accumulators | Integrated Li-Ion battery 2 400 mAh |
Other specifications | Number of LED: 3 (1 large white, 1 small white, 1 small coloured) Available modes: white light of different intensity - lowest, medium and maximum light + back-up mode + coloured light + white and coloured strobe + SOS signalling (red) Direct and downward angle illumination Maximum illumination time: 350 h Control: 1 button on top of the flashlight + PowerTap™ technology on the right side of the flashlight to turn on/off the small white LED (together with the large one - switching between dim and maximum illumination) Brightness setting memory Battery/charging indicator on side of flashlight (3 blue LEDs - 6 battery levels / 4 charge levels - indicated by their glowing or flashing) Locking function Headband can be hand washed and left to dry freely (flashlight must be removed; do not expose to direct sunlight) Protection: IP67 (can withstand immersion to a depth of 1 m for 30 min) Operating temperature: -17 °C to +43 °C Can also be attached to the chest strap of a backpack, to another strap on a backpack or bag, etc. |
Parts of delivery | Flashlight Headband Charging cable with micro USB connector |