Reviews - Pelican 8040 Black Knight M10 Xenon 4C Flashlight, Yellow 8040B Reviews - PE-FL-8040M10-8040-001-245

Author: robbo from sydney on Nov 24, 2012
Pros:  good light output
Cons:  the construction is sub par
Would recommend:  no

robbo wrote:

We use these torches to enter potentially hazardous atmospheres, so they need to be sealed to prevent an explosion. Inside the torch there is a steel spring loaded tab that gets depressed when you screw the end cap on. the spring is very strong and it put too much pressure on the plastic end cap, causing it to crack and then open (think of a can that has been partially opened by a can opener and now the lid can bend up) this is a serious design flaw given the torch is supposed to be certified to enter fuel tanks etc.

Author: Traxxx , Aircraft Inspector, from Mobile, Alabama on Jan 3, 2011
Pros:  Eye Friendly and rugged body construction
Cons:  M10 is long and heavy. I hope Pelican can have a same intensity Xenon light powered by at least 3C batteries only.
Would recommend:  yes

Traxxx wrote:

Xenon light output is better than LED in terms adaptability. I have been using all different sorts of LED flashlights and I found out that having too strong LED light is helping me during long term use, as in the case of detailed inspections, too strong LED light can easily produce eye strains and masks other surface deformities. M10 is rated for purged and vented flammable areas. Class 1 Div 2 rating.

Author: Bob from Montara, Ca on Mar 11, 2010
Pros:  Light weight, great beam,
Cons:  Have not found any yet
Would recommend:  yes

Bob wrote:

I love this flashlight and use it in the gargage, camping and duck hunting. It is light and easy to handle. The beam color is near perfect.