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In its stock form, the EagleTac M2/M2X uses the controller ring on the bezel to smoothly switch between the following modes: Off > Low > Med > High > Turbo > Strobe. Additionally, the stock tailcap can be swapped out for the M25 module to add a click switch to the either the M2 or M2X. With the click switch the user often does not require that the bezel have an “off” position. Also, some users do not need the strobe and accidentally trigger it while trying to switch the light to turbo output. This article will show you how to disable both the “off” and “strobe” features using commonly available items. The modification should take less than 5 minutes to complete!

Note: Pinnacle Flashlights is not responsible for personal injuries or damages caused to your EagleTac M2/M2X while attempting to perform this modification.

Step 1: You will need the following items:    - EagleTac M2/M2X    - Masking Tape    - Scissors    - Super Glue    - Paper Clip    - Old Hotel/Credit Card
Step 2: Orient the M2/M2X so that the tailcap is towards you and the bezel is facing away. Place a piece of the masking tape around the bezel right above the selector ring. The tailcap should be clicked “on” and the bezel rotated all the way to your “left” in the “off” position. Mark on the tape the position of the left edge of the large tab. Now, rotate the ring to the “right” until the light turns on “low”. Again, mark on the tape the position of the left edge of the tab. The tape will have 2 markings like the image to the right.
Step 3: Rotate the ring completely to the “right” so that it is in “strobe”. Mark on the tape the position of the left edge of the same tab used in Step 2. Rotate the ring to the “left” until the light switches to “turbo”. Again, mark on the tape the position of the left edge of the tab. Your tape should have 2 additional markings like the image to the right.
Step 4: At this point, the tape should have 4 markings. Note that they may or may not be equal.
Step 5: Remove the bezel. Remove the selector ring by gently pulling it over the threaded end of the bezel. Observe the slot in the bezel where the selector ring stops.
Step 6: Observe the slot in the bezel on the other side where the selector ring stops. Clean the grease off of both of these areas with a cotton swab or tissue.
Step 7: Cut a sliver of the credit card about the width of the notch in the bezel. Then cut 2 pieces which will be the lengths of the 2 measurements made on the tape.
Step 8: The 2 plastic pieces can be slightly bent to better fit the curvature of the bezel
Step 9: Test fit the pieces. Note that the piece for the “off to low” goes on the “left” side of the slot and the piece for the “strobe to turbo” goes on the right side. Place a small strip of super glue on the bezel and carefully place the plastic pieces in their appropriate locations. Press them down firmly with a paper clip and remove any excess glue.
Step 10: Give the glue sufficient time to set and dry. The finished product should look like the image to the right. Replace the selector ring and reattach the bezel to the body!

So how well does this modification work? Check out the video below!

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We are proud to announce that www.PinnacleFlashlights.com will now be carrying the entire line of EagleTac Tactical Flashlights!

     

The engineers and designers over at EagleTac use cutting-edge technologies and concepts to achieve innovations and truly make great illumination devices. Some of their product highlights include:

CREE XR-E LED: CREE XR-E LED is the only production LED currently available to offer a consistent average output of 110 lumens at 350mA constant current in EagleTac lab. The low-profile emitter position and the built-in optical dome work extremely well with EagleTac optical grade reflector to give the best output and a pleasing light beam.

Model-Specific LED Driver: The digital LED driver matches lithium or li-ion batteries output with the LED power requirement. It boosts and manages battery output voltage and current consumption constantly to provide super-flat light output. Unlike other LED driver, it provides constant regulation and flicker-free output regardless of the brightness setting.

Dual Brightness Levels: The EagleTac line offers quick-select dual brightness levels on most models. Tighten the flashlight head clockwise for blinding high brightness mode and loosen it counterclockwise for low brightness mode with extended runtime.

Syntax II Lens: The Syntax II lens provides maximum light transmission and superior shock-proof ability. It allows up to 99% of brightness to pass through. Harden treatment is also performed on the Syntax II windows to withstand damage against smacking, throwing, free falling, or recoil.

Model-Specific Reflector: Each EagleTac light is equipped with a specially matched optical reflector for maximum throw distance and a pleasing beam pattern. Up close, the managed secondary side spill brightness lights up the surrounding extremely well for optimal night vision. The highly reflective microscopic bumps featuring on certain reflectors smoothes out all artifacts created by the light source (i.e. yellow rings, donut rings).

Type III Anodize: Mil-Spec Harden Type III anodization treatment is applied on the aircraft grade aluminum body to guarantee survival under some pretty hostile environment. The surface coating is on average 200 to 300 times stronger and more durable than the Type II treatment.

IPX-8 standard: IPX-8 is a waterproof standard for all weather conditions. They fully dunkable at two feet depth of water for more than ten hours.

Output: Utilizing the latest in LED technology, the model-specific driver ensures consistent output and ultimate runtime performance.

Shock Resistance: EagleTac flashlights are designed to withstand various types of impact including free falling from the roof, throwing against some concrete wall, and recoil.

In the next couple of weeks, we will feature articles about specific EagleTac models. Stay tuned and check out the entire line of EagleTac including the Personal Series, Tactical Series and Military Series!

It is often difficult to judge how large a flashlight is based solely on dimensions and a photo with no points of reference. This article will show you the extremely small size of some of our products and the incredible amounts of light that they produce.

Here are some images for size reference:

Fenix LD01	Fenix LD10	Fenix E20	Fenix TK10
Nitecore D10	Nitecore EX10	Nitecore Defender	Nitecore Extreme

Now that you have an idea of the size of each of these lights, we will show just how much light each one can put out. The “control” image will be the well known and very commonly carried Maglite Minimag AA.

Maglite Minimag AA	Fenix LD01
Nitecore Extreme	Fenix TK10

Check out the complete interactive beamshot comparison at the Pinnacle Flashlights Light Tunnel

This video demonstrates the ability of the Nitecore EX10 LED flashlight to operate while submerged in approximately 10 feet of water.

The Nitecore EX10 is a state of the art LED flashlight with quite possibly the world’s most advanced user interface. It is extremely small in size and weight and is suitable for every day carry. It features an infinitely variable digitally-controlled circuit to regulate light output. The latest R2 version runs off of a single 123A lithium battery and has a maximum output of 145 lumens. The body is constructed of 7075 military-grade aluminum and is finished with an exceptionally durable Type III hard anodized finish.

Below is a video of the underwater demonstration:

Over the next couple of weeks we will be presenting various tests that showcase the durability and ruggedness of our products here at www.PinnacleFlashlights.com

Today we will be testing the durability of the Nitecore Defender Infinity (NDI) LED. The NDI is a state of the art flashlight that was designed for military or law enforcement use. It is compact and light weight which makes it suitable for every day carry (EDC). It features a unique infinitely variable digital processor that regulates output from 5 to 145 lumens. The casing is crafted from military grade aluminum alloy and hard anodized to a mil-spec type III finish. The Cree R2 LED is protected by an impact resistant optical lens with anti-reflective coating and is waterproof to IPX-8 standards.

This test will show the Defender Infinity’s ability to function flawlessly in freezing temperatures. We begin the test with the NDI turned on and submerged in about 2 inches of water.

We then proceed to place the entire container into the freezer. After a couple hours, the unit is removed and the ice block is removed from the casing.

         
The Nitecore Defender Infinity continues to operate after a couple hours in the freezer and being frozen in a solid block of ice. It is designed for specialists who demand that their equipment handle the harshest of conditions. When your life is on the line, don’t settle for anything other than the best. See the complete Nitecore line at www.PinnacleFlashlights.com