Product Description

The Fenix PD30 is a high-tech, rugged tool that's perfect for any lighting application. It features six levels of output, which not only allows the user to select the best compromise between brightness and runtime for any given task, but also has ability to aid in an emergency. The six output levels include dim, regular, high, SOS, turbo and strobe. When in turbo mode, the Fenix PD30 throws a remarkable 220 lumens beam, an incredible amount of light for a light of any size. If you're looking for a flashlight with solid reliability, digitally regulated brightness, and compact size, this Fenix is for you. • Cree Premium (Q5) 7090 XR-E LED with lifespan of 50,000 hours • 2 modes with 6 types of output • General Mode: 9 lumens (65hrs) -> 70 lumens (8hrs) -> 117 lumens (4hrs) ->SOS • Turbo Mode: 220 lumens (1.5hrs) -> Strobe • Digitally regulated output-maintains constant brightness • Uses two 3V CR123A battery (Lithium) • 118mm (Length) x 21.5mm (Diameter) • Made of aircraft-grade aluminum • Durable Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish • 49-gram weight (excluding batteries) • Waterproof to IPX-8 Standard • Toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating • Push-button tail cap switch • Capable of standing up securely on a flat surface to serve as a candle • Included accessories: holster, lanyard, two spare o-rings, and a rubber switch boot

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1759 in Sports & Outdoors
• Size: 5- Inch
• Color: Black
• Brand: FENIX
• Model: PD30
• Dimensions: 1.00 pounds

Features

• 4.5 inch length, less than 4 ounce weight, AMAZING 6 OUTPUT LEVELS: 12 lumens (65hrs) -> 53 lumens (13hrs) -> 120 lumens (4.8hrs) -> 215 lumens (1.8hrs)->Strobe -> SOS
• Will reach over 180 meters (590 FT) using two 3V CR123A batteries (Lithium)--NOT INCLUDED
• Body design is made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum, Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
• Waterproof to IPX-8 Standard
• Virtually indestructible, microprocessor-controlled, CREE light emitting diode (LED) has no filament to burn out or break

Customer Reviews

Fenix PD30 - Truly Amazing
I couldn't be more than pleased with my PD30. Actually, I couldn't wait for dark to try it out. I took my dog for a walk around my marina and the light from this little thing reflected off buoys and buildings across the lake. I'm a boater and the SOS mode is a nice touch, but the main reason I bought this was for its strobe function.

Instead of carrying a firearm or Taser, which are prohibited at my workplace, I carry this. We carry our night deposits from the store and that walk to the car is the worst part. This unit WILL and DOES disorient people to the point where I could get to safety if approached. My co-workers who spent hundreds+ on firearms laughed at me and I put them to the test. Even in broad daylight, my cynical volunteers were taken aback by the stunning, blinding light and changed their tune. It's about the same length as my Leatherman tool, so both fit on my belt with no discomfort. This thing is smaller than I thought and still can't believe the light it puts out!

The instructions were not very clear on the different settings. It does have different light intensities by not only turning the bezel, but also by tapping the thumb cap.

This is worth every penny.

Kicks Butt!

I've had my PD30 for a couple weeks now and I'm always looking for excuses to use it.

The low setting is plenty of light for just finding your way around indoors.

Medium is enough light for just about any indoor use. It's great.

High might be overkill indoors, unless you're part of a swat team or something.

The SOS feature is nice, but it seems a little slow to me. It's at the end of the "normal" mode cycle so it doesn't get in the way.

The output on the max setting is absolutely insane for a flashlight of this size. I have yet to need this much light for anything other than amusing myself and astonishing others.

The strobe feature is fun. I'm not a police officer or anything so I probably won't need it, but it's cool. If you want to get attention in a hurry, this will definitely do the trick. You may also induce a siezure or two in the process.

The flashlight is light and it fits into a pocket easily. You could carry it every day, but I prefer my slightly smaller Fenix P2D for that task. The P2D is not quite as bright as the PD30 but it's still phenomenal for the smaller size.

I have yet to find out what "waterproof to IPX-8 standard" means, but I've had mine out in the rain a few times, even snow. It was nice to not worry that I might fry it. I've had no problems at all with it so far.

If I lost this flashlight I would buy another one immediately. You really can't go wrong with this. I can't imagine anyone not liking one as a gift. It's versatile, tough, small, waterproof, looks great, and its illumination capability on max is staggering. I'm impressed.

Great choice for an Every Day Carry light!
The Fenix PD30 is an amazingly bright light and has nice new features vs the Fenix P3D.

Pros:
The light is small, bright, and easy to use. It fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and hangs relatively unobtrusively in the included holster, on your belt. The CR123 batteries are relatively easy to find, but not as ubiquitous as your standard AA / AAA batteries. They are unfortunately expensive, unless purchased in large quantities or online (you can find 'em for about $1 / piece). On Turbo Mode, the light is dazzlingly bright and WILL effectively illuminate a room, illuminate a faraway object, or blind a would-be assailant (for details, read my Fenix P3D Cree Premium Q5 LED Flashlight 215 lumens review).

Cons:
Switching from Turbo / Strobe to Low / Med / High / SOS mode requires two hands as the Bezel must be twisted to achieve this. The forward clickie switch must be fully engaged to initially turn the light on, but mode selection from that point on can be achieved with partial depression. It would be nice if partial depression would activate the light until released. The holster isn't as svelte as the P3D's, but is more secure.. both due to the new top flap. It's also slightly thicker because of the new Velcro Belt Loop which allows you to put it on even if you forget to loop it through your belt. The "Anti-Roll" feature is a nice improvement from the P3D, as well, but impedes holstering slightly.. just a minor annoyance.

All in all, this is a very handy light.. In general the Fenix PDx0 series or PxD series are great for Every Day Carry.. the variety within this series allows you to trade off performance, size, and convenience.