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Nitecore HC68 - 2000 Lumen, E-Focus

2000 lm
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Product details

The Nitecore HC68 is a compact and powerful headlamp with a maximum output of 2000 lumens. It is equipped with two Luminus SST-40-W LEDs, with one LED functioning as a floodlight and the other as a spotlight. The beam can be almost continuously focused using Nitecore's patented E-Focus technology. Operating the Nitecore HC68 is simple and intuitive. The included Li-Ion battery NL1835HP is charged via the integrated USB-C port in the lamp. The red auxiliary light has a brightness of 11 lumens and preserves night vision. The red light features two brightness levels and a flashing mode. The aerospace aluminum housing ensures a safe drop height of 2 meters and water resistance of 2 meters (IP68). To protect the electronics and battery from overheating, the HC68 is also equipped with temperature regulation.

Performance and runtime (1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery 3500mAh 8A):

  • 100% Spotlight Turbo (2000 lumens) Higher (1800 lumens) for about 30 minutes
  • High (950 lumens) for about 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Mid (250 lumens) for about 6 hours
  • Low (50 lumens) for about 28 hours
  • Ultra-Low (1 lumen) for about 800 hours
  • Red auxiliary light (11 lumens) for about 30 hours
  • Red auxiliary light (3 lumens) for about 110 hours

Performance and runtime (1 x 18650 Li-Ion battery 3500mAh):

  • 100% Floodlight Higher (1400 lumens) for about 30 minutes
  • High (850 lumens) for about 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Mid (220 lumens) for about 6 hours
  • Low (45 lumens) for about 28 hours
  • Ultra-Low (1 lumen) for about 800 hours.

Key specifications

Headlamp Equipment
Removable lamp headSwivelling lamp head
Beam distance
202 m
Light functions
Focusable
Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery life (full power)
1.83 h
Weight
118 g

General information

Item number
22460286
Manufacturer
Nitecore
Category
Headlamps
Manufacturer no.
HC68
Release date
21.2.2023

Colour

Colour
Grey
Exact colour description
Dark grey

Material

Material
Aluminium

Headlamp properties

Headlamp Equipment
Removable lamp headSwivelling lamp head
Light cone type
Focused

Light properties

Number of LEDs
2x
Luminous flux
2000 lm
Beam distance
202 m
Light colour
RedWhite

Light functions

Light functions
Focusable
Number of brightness levels
5x
Lamp operating mode
Data mediumHighLowTurbo (1h 40min)

Durability

Durability
Waterproof
Waterproof up to
2 m
Protection type (IP code)
IP68

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery life (full power)
1.83 h

Battery properties

Battery category
Device batteries
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery size
18650
Additional properties
SplashproofWaterproof
Number of batteries
1

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
HeadbandLi-Ion battery 18650 with 3500mAh (NL1835HP)Nitecore HC68Spare seal ringUSB charging cable

Product dimensions

Length
2.70 cm
Width
9.15 cm
Height
3.50 cm
Weight
118 g
Weight without battery
118 g

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Package dimensions

Length
13.40 cm
Width
10.70 cm
Height
5.90 cm
Weight
239 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Headlamps» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 8.Varta
    0,7 %
  • 9.Black Diamond
    0,8 %
  • 9.Nitecore
    0,8 %
  • 11.KS Tools
    1 %
  • 11.Silva
    1 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Hurtel
    0 days
  • 1.Japcell
    0 days
  • 1.Nitecore
    0 days
  • 1.Olight
    0 days
  • 1.Petzl
    0 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Headlamps» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 13.Silva
    1,3 %
  • 14.Japcell
    1,4 %
  • 14.Nitecore
    1,4 %
  • 16.Black Diamond
    1,5 %
  • 16.Hurtel
    1,5 %
Source: Galaxus

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ALPINSingle testReleaseOctober 2022

If both LEDs are burning at full power, the HC68 is really bright. Most of the time, however, much less light is needed. Then the burn time is also very good.