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Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A vs Wurkkos FC12C
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 15804% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$22.99Cheapest
US$37.99Most expensive
Weight
112 g (3.95 oz)Lightest
131 g (4.62 oz)Heaviest
Length
116.8 mm (4.60 in)Shortest
136 mm (5.35 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
1600 lmHighest output
Max candela
6008 cdLowest candela
27575 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
155 m (509 ft)Lowest
332 m (1089 ft)Highest
Max runtime
150 minShortest runtime
23856 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x18650 lithium-ion
1x 18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging port (2A recommended)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2m)
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC UseGeneral Purpose FlashlightNewcomers And Experienced UsersPocket CarryHat Light With Reversed Tube Carry
EDCTactical UseEmergency RespondersSearch And RescueOutdoor ActivitiesLaw EnforcementNight Patrol
Common praise
Good Color Rendering And Tint From Nichia 519a LEDStable Regulated Output With Buck DriverAffordable Price With Included Battery And AccessoriesCompact Size With Good Build QualityUSB C Charging Convenient And Fast
High Output With Long Throw And Tight HotspotExcellent Value For PriceStable Output With Constant Current CircuitDual Mode Ui Catering To Tactical And Daily UseWaterproof And Impact Resistant BuildConvenient USB C Charging With Included Battery And Cable
Common complaints
Switch Bezel And Cooling Fins Slightly SharpFlap Cover For Charging Port Can Open AccidentallyBase Driver Temperature Regulation Can Feel Unusual
Gets Hot Quickly On Turbo Mode With Thermal Regulation To Reduce OutputLimited Knurling On Tailcap Affecting GripOriginal Fc12 Discontinued, Replaced By Fc12c
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