The Streamlight Sidewinder X is a high-output, multi-fuel military flashlight designed for a variety of task illumination needs. It has four LED color options, intensity levels up to 275 lumens and a 185-degree articulating head. The tactical light is powered by disposable alkaline or lithium batteries.
The Sidewinder X is available in three different models:
• Military: Programmed with white, red, blue and IR outputs
• Aviation: Programmed with white, green, blue and IR outputs
• User Configurable: Allows users to choose two colors from among red, green or blue LEDs in addition to white and IR LEDs programmed into the light.
The Sidewinder X uses a white LED that offers 275 lumens of bright light on high and up to 150 hours of run time when using two AA alkaline batteries or 100 hours with a single 3-volt CR123A battery. Tactile battery polarity indicators make battery changes in the dark easier to accomplish. The light’s color and IR LEDs offer peak wavelengths of 950 nm (IR), 662 nm (Red), 530 nm (Green) and 470 nm (Blue). All light outputs provide four intensity levels and a strobe mode that operates at 100 percent intensity.
A compound On-Off mode selector switch ergonomically separates the On-Off, dimming, strobe and LED color selection functions. A rubber dome actuator and four-position pull-to-turn locking rotary selector knob offer easy operation, even with gloves, and prevents accidental mode changes.
The light is made from tough, high-impact, nylon that offers exceptional durability and weather resistance. Its polycarbonate lens is gasket-sealed and has a scratch-resistant coating.
The Sidewinder X comes with a durable belt/gear clip to securely fasten it to a helmet, belt or MOLLE. It also fits existing Sidewinder helmet mounts and adapters. A cord attachment hole in the body can support up to 50 pounds.
MSRP: $132.75 – $176.90
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