IR flashlight Nitecore CI7, 2500 lm / 7000 mW

The Nitecore CI7 is both a super efficient tactical flashlight and an infrared lamp that can be used together with e.g. image intensifier or thermal imaging camera. According to the manufacturer, the lamp provides a luminous flux of a whopping 2500 lm (white light), with a range of 279 meters. In addition to this, the lamp has infrared light with 7000 mW power (940 nm). The CI7 is powered by 18650 batteries. It gives a battery life of 1 hour 45 minutes with 1100 lm light flow, and with infrared light at maximum power (7000 mW) the battery life is about 2 hours. In addition, the lamp can also be operated with 2 CR123A batteries.

The lamp's special features include the two different user modes: Tactical Mode and a "regular" Daily Mode. The respective user mode is developed for different areas of use. In Tactical Mode there are e.g. a button for direct activation of the strobe mode, for blinding opponents. More info about the user modes can be found below. To switch between IR light and white light, push the lamp head forward and turn it around. This also means that you don't have to worry about accidentally switching positions. The lamp's IP68 enclosure rating ensures it can withstand harsh conditions and can be used in wet conditions.

One of the lamp's main features is the smart control functions – the lamp is controlled through two separate switches for current and power mode. The switch turns the lamp on and off. It can either be pressed all the way down, or halfway down to turn on the lamp momentarily (ie until the switch is released). This is an important feature in tactical use. The power mode switch controls the different power modes of the lamp, which are three in number. The available effect modes vary depending on the user mode selected. The power mode switch also activates the lamp's rare wild strobe mode, which can be used to dazzle opponents in crowded situations. Strobe mode can be activated in a flash from any power mode.

User modes

• Tactical Mode: In the tactical mode there are 5 different effect modes to use between, as well as a strobe mode that is activated by holding down the effect mode switch. When the IR light is activated, 3 power modes are available, and the strobe mode is activated by holding down the power mode switch when the light is off.
• Daily Mode: A suitable mode for normal everyday or hobby use. On Daily Mode there are 5 different power modes to use between, as well as a momentary turbo mode that is activated by holding down the power mode switch. When the IR light is activated, 3 power modes are available, and the strobe mode is activated by holding down the power mode switch when the light is off.

Contents (Lamp Only)

• Nitecore CI7
• Holster
• Wrist strap
• Belt clip
• Extra O-ring
• Manual

Contents (Package, 1 battery)

• As above, incl.
• 18650 HDC Li-ion battery Olight, 3500 mAh
• Battery charger Nitecore i2

Contents (Package, 2 batteries)

• As above (lamp + accessories) incl.
• 2 pcs 18650 HDC Li-ion battery Olight, 3500 mAh
• Battery charger Nitecore i2

Technical specification

• Brand and model: Nitecore CI7
• Battery: 1 x 18650 / 2 x RCR123 / 2 x CR123 (not included)
• LED: 4 x CREE XP-G3 S3 / 4 x SST-10-IR
• Manufacturer's reported luminous flux: 2500 lm
• Manufacturer's reported range: 279 m
• Wavelength of IR light: 940 nm (the most common wavelength)
• Manufacturer's reported power on IR light: 7000 mW
• Manufacturer's reported light intensity: 19500 cd
• Effect modes: 5 white, strobe, 3 infrared
• Charging: External charger
• Material: Aircraft aluminum, hard anodized class HA III
• Size: 148.2mm x 40mm x 26mm
• Weight: 158 g (without battery)
• Protection class: IP68
• Warranty: Lamp 60 months / Battery + charger 12 months

Power modes (manufacturer's information)

18650 battery

• Turbo: 2500 lm / 279 m / 30 min
• High: 1100 lm / 190 m / 1 h 45 min
• Mid: 320 lm / 102 m / 4 h 15 min
• Low: 90 lm / 54 m / 20 h
• Ultralow: 8 lm / 14 m / 130 h

Infrared light

• High: 7000 mW / 2 h
• Mid: 3000 mW / 3 h 15 min
• Low: 1000 mW / 9 h

Quick guide

ON/OFF: Turn the light on/off by pressing the power switch all the way down. The last used effect mode is stored in the lamp's memory. The lamp can also be turned on momentarily by holding down the power switch halfway. The lamp goes out when the switch is released.

Change power mode: Press the power mode switch when the lamp is on to switch between the different power modes. There are a total of 5 different power modes. In Tactical Mode, pressing the power mode switch all the way down activates Strobe mode, and in Daily Mode, this activates Turbo mode.

Strobe: Activate Strobe mode by holding down the power mode switch when the lamp is off. Strobe mode is active until the switch is released.

Switch user mode (Tactical / Daily)

1. Make sure the light is off.
2. Unscrew the bottom part of the lamp.
3. Press and hold the power mode switch and screw the bottom piece back on.
4. When the bottom piece is screwed on, the lamp flashes 1-2 times to mark which effect mode is active (1 flash = Daily mode, 2 flashes = Tactical Mode).

Infrared light: Activate the IR light by pushing the lamp head forward and screwing it approx. 45° clockwise or counterclockwise until it locks. Repeat to return to the white light.

In the IR mode, the lamp is used as follows: Turn the lamp on/off by pressing the power switch all the way down. The last used effect mode is stored in the lamp's memory. The lamp can also be turned on momentarily by holding down the power switch halfway. The lamp goes out when the switch is released. Change the power mode by briefly pressing the power mode switch. The lamp then switches between the power modes in the order LOW - MID - HIGH. You can also turn the lamp momentarily on the HIGH position by holding down the power mode switch. The HIGH state is disabled when the switch is released.