The Fenix HL30 2018 Edition updates the HL30 2015 and offers dual white and red LED outputs making it great for hiking, running, camping, dog walking and many other activities where red light is beneficial.
The Cree XP-G3 S3 white LED offers a maximum output of 300 lumens on turbo as well as high, mid, low and eco brightness levels. There is also a Nichia red LED that offers 1 lumen of constant red light or a flashing red light and a 30 lumen red SOS.
Two independent switches are located on the top of the head torch for easy operation. The right hand general button turns the white LED on in eco setting by holding the switch for 0.5 seconds and then each press after that will cycle through the white brightness levels. The left hand functional button turns the red LED on in constant red setting by holding the switch for 0.5 seconds and then each press after that will cycle through the modes. Press and hold the button again to turn the torch off when in either mode.
With the light already on the mode can be changed between red and white by pressing the opposite button to the mode you are currently in. The HL30 2018 has a lockout mode to prevent accidental activation which can be accessed by holding down any button for 3 seconds.
Apart from being lightweight, the HL30 2018 has a number of other features that make it great for running or hiking. The headband is comfortable and adjustable, but it also has a silicone strip on the inside that channels sweat and rain away from the eyes. On the outer part of the headband there are reflective strips, which are excellent for enhanced visibility.
The combination beam has a central hotspot with a 20° angle allowing the beam to reach a maximum of 50 metres and a spill beam angle of 80° so that you can still see through your peripheral vision easily. The direction of the light can be altered with the hinged bracket that allows the torch to tilt forwards at a 60° angle.
The HL30 2018 is powered by two AA alkaline (included) or NiMH (not included) batteries.
Product Features
60° rotatable design
Dual switches for easy operation of white and red light
Wide beam with central hotspot
Lockout function to prevent accidental activation
Reverse polarity protection
Operational Modes
Using 2 x AA alkaline included batteries:
Turbo: 300 lumens; 4 hours, 30 minutes run-time; 50 m beam range*
High: 130 lumens; 9 hours run-time; 35 m beam range
Mid: 70 lumens; 41 hours run-time; 23 m beam range
Low: 30 lumens; 71 hours run-time; 16 m beam range
Eco: 4 lumens; 200 hours run-time; 6 m beam range
Red: 1 lumen; 170 hours run-time; 4 m beam range
Red SOS: 30 lumens; 142 hours run-time; 16 m beam range
Red Flash: 1 lumen; 340 hours run-time; 4 m beam range
Using 2 x AA 2500 mAh NiMH batteries:
Turbo: 300 lumens; 7 hours run-time; 50 m beam range*
High: 130 lumens; 12 hours run-time; 35 m beam range
Mid: 70 lumens; 35 hours run-time; 23 m beam range
Low: 30 lumens; 65 hours run-time; 16 m beam range
Eco: 4 lumens; 200 hours run-time; 6 m beam range
Red: 1 lumen; 170 hours run-time; 4 m beam range
Red SOS: 30 lumens; 130 hours run-time; 16 m beam range
Red Flash: 1 lumen; 340 hours run-time; 4 m beam range
Note: *The runt-time of the HL30 2018 is configured to allow constant brightness per stage, meaning that as the battery level decreases, brightness will be downshifted in order to maintain a good run-time.
Tested to ANSI/PLATO FL1 standards and results may vary between head torch, batteries and environments.
Important Battery and Battery Charger Information
Primary Cells - Please note that AA alkaline primary battery cells are not rechargeable.
Rechargeable Cells - If you are intending to use NiMH rechargeable batteries then you will also need to purchase a suitable battery charger if you do not already have one.
Please click on the Product Accessories tab above to view compatible batteries and battery chargers.
Technical Details
Type: LED head torch
Operating Modes: Turbo / High / Mid / Low / Eco / Red / Red SOS / Red Flash
Luminous Flux: Up to 300 lumens
Lamp Type: Cree XP-G3 S3 LED / red Nichia LED
Beam Range: Up to 50 m
Batteries Required: 2 x AA alkaline (included) or 2 x AA NiMH (not included)
Run Time: Up to 200 hours (eco setting)
Measurements: 64 x 50 x 38 mm
Weight: 73.5 grams (excluding batteries)
Body Colour: Grey
Body Material: Made from durable aluminum alloy and performance plastic
Switch Type: Dual push buttons
Impact Resistance: 1 m
Environmental: Waterproof and dust resistant to IP67 standard
Warranty: 5 years free repair, limited lifetime warranty
Regulatory Compliance: CE / RoHS
Packaging and Contents
Supplied in retail packaging and includes:
Fenix HL30 2018 edition LED head torch x 1
Spare O-ring x 1
AA alkaline battery x 2
Manual x 1
