how long does it last?
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Nancy H. I use a number of lights. I can tell you that my T6 has not run out of juice yet. It is larger then the other lights that I have. It is however capable of using 3 triple A batteries, 2 123's and an odd rechargeable that I have to use with another Cree light. Versatile might be a good word, but it is the largest hand held light that I own. If you are considering pocket carry that will be something to consider. I am happy with my Cree lights, you can't beat the price. I also own and use, Surefire and Streamlight products.
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It depends on what mode that you are using it on and what temperature that you are using it or storing it at. I have experienced four to six hours of heavy use. I try to take the flashlight inside if it is below zero but sometimes forget. The quality of batteries will also influence the power and longevity of the beam. Go with premium AAAs.
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I haven't changed battery yet in 6 months of use. But of course it is not in continued use either. So really can't state battery consumption but it does not seem like much compared to small cheap flashlights the go dim relatively fast. I would recommend this unit.
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I don't know 'exactly' how long it lasts but I'm real pleased. I use both the rechargeable 18650 3.7v battery and 3 AAA batteries 4.5v. 3 AAA's are a bit brighter. Both types seem to last a month or more of frequent use. I just got back from a 2 month vacation and it did not run down while is was out of the country. Very bright and long lasting. That's my opinion.
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I've had mine for about 10 years. I use it for 20-30 minutes almost every morning, six months of the year. I guess I still haven't hit the expiry point!
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It depends on use. In substantial use, a few days.No use, or little use: few weeks.It last far more than its competition
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Hi Abigail.I have never used it for that long Probably about an hour- so it has been OK.
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They typically last 6 months. It depends on how much you use it. I change mine every 9 months.
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I am not sure, but for me it lasted for about three months - and I used it once per week, gently.
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Depends on how much you use it. If you use it a lot it will last for about a month...
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Mine has lasted at least a couple of hours. I haven't needed it longer than that.
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Usually about three months. It depends on how long you use it for each day. If you use it 8hrs a day, it will probably last a month. If you use it less, it will last longer. Hope this helps.
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So far ive only used it for 5 - 10 min at a time. I use it everyday for the last 2 weeks but i use it several of times a day. I just now today recharged it. So id have to say it lasted a long time. Hope that helps some.
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If you use it everyday it depends how much you use. When I use it everyday it lasts almost 3 weeks.
606706
It lasts for several months, depending upon the size you purchase. I have several dogs so I get the larger size for dogs (but not the largest) and it lasts me at least three months.
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Not sure yet, just got it two weeks ago. Should last long because you turn it on and right back off.
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From what I am seeing online, you can keep it plugged in to last longer (charge it). It lasts for about 15 minutes when fully charged and lasts for a long, long time (no real time table for the battery though). Can be a year, can be 5 years depending on usage.
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It lasts about a month. However, you can unplug it at times you feel it's not needed. Then it'll last correspondingly longer.
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It lasts a while. Didn't notice having to change and we used it quite a bit.
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I have not owned it long enough to determine this. They have lasted at least a month so far. Sorry...