Like many others, my Cree headlight quit working after using it twice. What makes this battery better than the original?
601788
So far mine work, but I have not gone through a large number of charge cycles. It has more run time but the issue is charge cycles. I cannot go to that part of the question, but at this price, I hope they work for a while. Charge cycles, not having one cell go bad, I know I keep mine out of the water, in bad weather.
601789
Mine hasn't stoped working and it hast lasted for up to 4 hours and hasn't gone off
601790
continual twisting placing on my belt and the poor construction wiring to battery pack was my problem. so I purchased this battery which is constructed far better. My Cree lamp has not failed me since i got it 9 months ago. I will be upgrading to the next level which has this battery with it. hope this will help
1487432
I purchased two for use in my universal remote control. So far, I have only used one as it performs amazingly. Far better than the original battery that came with the remote. It seems to have an impressive battery life and I am most happy with these batteries.
2176711
The headlight uses two AA batteries. I've never needed to change the battery of the taillight so I'm not sure about it.
338300
My light did the same thing. I unscrewed the head with the LEDs from the body where the batteries are. I was checking for lose or burnt pieces. After I put it back together it started working and has worked fine ever since. I believe the lights worst problem is little to no quality control at the manufacturer.
40297
There are certain Cree flashlights & other Cree lights that use that type of battery. U just have to search which ones. Hope this helps you.
1904420
Not in the traditional way as in trying to change the battery on your flashlight. The charge should last you a week if you brush twice a day. If it's a rather old unit, perhaps it's time to get a new unit. If you just got it, then it's definitely defective.
1959249
I have two of the batteries and have had no problems. I suspect your battery is defective and should be returned for a replacement.
1925978
The old incandescent bulb is poor lifting at best. The new LED is much brighter because it's hiter light and the Led uses less power so your battery lasts longer. I would add the light beam is not a flood light like the original so the beam is narrower
1268147
Make sure your batteries are correctly installed and then plug it into the provided charger. I charged mine when I received it. Also check all battery compartment connections. I had a slightly bent connector. If it fails to work after that I would defiantly as to exchange it. They really are great headlamps. Despite some of the minor issues.
701208
I used the one came with the light (http://www.amazon.com/CREE-Bicycle-Headlight-Files-Lumens/dp/B006Y1FK18/ref=pd_sim_sg_3). but i think this one should work: http://www.amazon.com/Intsun%C2%AE-Charger-HeadLight-Flashlight-Headlamp/dp/B00AELLFY0/ref=pd_sim_e_12
291963
The Cree claims '10 yr life', based on 3 hrs per day. A much better indicator is total run-time. Then do the math, depending on how you will use it (... maybe it's 4hrs per day ...).Cree makes several different levels of efficiency. Not all Cree is the same quality.They tend to over-hype their products.Feit has been a reliable company, with good quality electrical components, for many years.The bulbs are instant-on and work with most older, existing dimmers. So take a chance on something different, than Cree.
1695402
I bought 2 for my light back in February. They are a little less amperage than original (uses charge quicker) but I've been using them with no complaints.Brinkmann 802-1620-0 Q-Beam Blue Max Marine 12V Rechargeable Battery, White
736622
I don't know about the Cree but if # of lumens means anything, I would assume the Cree would be better. I am very satisfied with my Cygolite.
1919474
Mine already stopped working, and I only had an 800 watt amp... I have another one already being shipped. (a different brand) and this one didn't work very well. My headlights still strobed when I was beatin hard.
44981
I have tried a rechargeable AA with my Cree Q5 with no problems. The light for the price is fantastic!
1570962
i have both light color looks same, i did have a cree fail after 6 months ,, none of my Philips have
2038139
The Cree LED has a usual lifetime of many thousands of hours of continuous use. The casing or circuitry is more likely to fail first.