Ledlenser debuts HF Core Series for hands-free light

Ledlenser headlamps
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Ledlenser has launched the HF series, a headlamp that automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to suit your needs.

The company said that whatever the adventure, the hands-free solution “lets you focus on what truly matters.”

Featuring durable aluminium bodies, IP68-rated water protection and designed for maximum ease of use, the headlamps feature Adaptive Light Beam technology, and a compact design. They are suitable for camping, walking, hiking, climbing, and every adventure in between.

The headlamps are available in three different versions: the CORE, WORK and SIGNATURE.

The lamps adjust automatically or transition virtually seamlessly, while providing what the company says is the perfect light pattern. With an integrated battery in the light head, the HF models are compact and can be worn when lying down: there is no battery box at the back of the head.

HF SERIES CORE

Two years in development, the company said its HF Series CORE models are the most high-tech, reliable head torches for every use in the outdoors.

The HF Series CORE hands-free models feature an additional red light and compact design when going for a walk, hiking, during home improvements or DIY projects.

HF4R CORE

The Ledlenser HF4R CORE (£44.95) rechargeable head torch is slim and lightweight for everyday use. The spot and flood light white light sources for near and far illumination are complemented by a third red light source. The head of the light tilts 45° to direct the light beam to optimise illumination, and the slim, washable elastic headband can be adjusted. The headlamp, available in three colours, features a magnetic charge system.

Specs:

LED configuration 2 x High Power LEDs, 1 x Red LED
Luminosity 20-500 lm
Lighting Range 15-130 m
Battery Duration 2.5-35 h
Color Temperature 5200 k to 6200 k

Light Functions:
Low Power 20 lumens, 15 meters for 35 hrs
Mid Power 120 lumens, 60 meters for 5 hrs
Standard Power 300 lumens, 100 meters for 2.5 hrs
Boost Mode 500 lumens for 130 meters, a short burst of maximum power for when you need it most

Switches

Front Switch – a switch on the head of the head torch so you can use one hand

Working Temperature -20° to +40° Celsius
Charging Time 180 minutes
Weight 72g

HF6R CORE

Retailing at £67.95, the HF6R CORE also features a magnetic charge system, and is available in four colours. Its advanced focus system means it has three brightness levels, boost mode, and a red LED.

Specs:

LED Configuration 3 x Xtreme LEDs, 1x Red LED
Luminosity 20-800 lm
Lighting Range 25-160 m
Battery Duration 3-60 h
Color Temperature 5200 k to 6200 k

Light Functions:
Low Power 20 lumens, 25 meters for 60 hrs
Mid Power 250 lumens, 80 meters for 6 hrs
Standard Power 500 lumens, 140 meters for 3 hrs
Boost Mode 800 lumens for 160 meters

Switches:
Front Switch – on/off switch on the head of the head torch so you can use one hand
Rotary Switch – control wheel for spot to flood Digital Advanced Focus System

Working Temperature -20° to +40° Celsius
Charging Time 225 minutes
Weight 126g

HF8R CORE

The Ledlenser HF8R CORE rechargeable head torch (£119.95 on the Ledlenser site) features three brightness levels plus a 1,600 lumen Boost and a red front light to protect night vision. The standout feature is the Adaptive Light Beam Technology which, once activated, allows automatic dimming and focusing; making it a hands-free head torch which requires no manual control. Seamless spot to flood focusing is delivered by the Digital Advanced Focus System.

Specs:

LED Configuration 4 x Xtreme LEDs, 1 x Red LED
Luminosity 20-1,600 lm
Lighting Range 25-210 m
Battery Duration 3.5-90 h
Color Temperature 5200 k to 6200 k

Light Functions
Low Power 20 lumens, 25 meters for 90 hrs
Mid Power 300 lumens, 100 meters for 10 hrs
Standard Power 900 lumens, 200 meters for 3.5 hrs
Boost Mode 1,600 lumens for 210 meters
SOS Mode to bring attention to yourself in an emergency

Switches:
Front Switch – on/off switch on the head of the head torch so you can use one hand
Rotary Switch – control wheel for spot to flood Digital Advanced Focus System

Working Temperature -20° to +40° Celsius
Charging Time 270 minutes
Weight 194g

NEW HF SERIES SIGNATURE

In addition to the white light, the premium head torches feature red, green and blue LEDs as well as a headband with reflective elements for safety.

HF4R SIGNATURE

The Ledlenser HF4R SIGNATURE rechargeable head torch retails for £54.95. Its powerful white light can be focused for flood (near) or spot (distance) illumination – complemented by red, green and blue light options; making this head torch suitable for any outdoor activity.

Specs:

LED Configuration 2 x Xtreme LEDs, Red, Green & Blue LEDs
Luminosity 20-600 lm
Lighting Range 15-140 m
Battery Duration 2.5-35 h
Color Temperature 5200 k to 6200 k

Light Functions
Low Power 20 lumens, 15 meters for 35 hrs
Mid Power 120 lumens, 60 meters for 8 hrs
Standard Power 300 lumens, 100 meters for 2.5 hrs
Boost Mode 600 lumens for 140 meters

Switches

Front Switch – a switch on the front of the head torch so you can use one hand

Working Temperature -20° to +40° Celsius
Charging Time 180 minutes
Weight 72g

HF6R SIGNATURE

Available in two colours, the £89.95 HF6R SIGNATURE has three brightness options and a 1,000 lumen Boost are complemented with red, green and blue front light options. The beam can be directed within 45° to optimise illumination whilst the Digital Advanced Focus System allows seamless spot to flood focusing.

Specs:

LED Configuration 3 x Xtreme LEDs, 1 x RGB LED
Luminosity 20-1,000 lm
Lighting Range 25-140 m
Battery Duration 3-60 h
Color Temperature 5200 k to 6200 k

Light Functions
Low Power 20 lumens, 25 meters for 60 hrs
Mid Power 250 lumens, 80 meters for 6 hrs
Standard Power 500 lumens, 140 meters for 3 hrs
Boost Mode 1,000 lumens
Blink Mode to bring attention to yourself in an emergency

Switches:
Front Switch – on/off switch on the head of the head torch so you can use one hand
Rotary Switch – control wheel for spot to flood Digital Advanced Focus System

Working Temperature -20° to +40° Celsius
Charging Time 225 minutes
Weight 135g

HF8R SIGNATURE

The top of the signature range is the HF8R, which runs at £169.95 on the Ledlenser site. It has three brightness levels, a 2,000 lumen boost and red, green and blue light options.

Specs:

LED Configuration 4 x Xtreme LEDs, 1 x Red LED, 1 x Green LED, 1 x Blue LED
Luminosity 20-2,000 lm
Lighting Range 25-220 m
Battery Duration 3.5-90 h
Color Temperature 5200 k to 6200 k

Light Functions
Low Power 20 lumens, 25 meters for 90 hrs
Mid Power 300 lumens, 100 meters for 10 hrs
Standard Power 900 lumens, 200 meters for 3.5 hrs
Boost Mode 2,000 lumens for 220 meters
SOS Mode to bring attention to yourself in an emergency
Blink Mode
Strobe Mode

Switches:
Front Switch – on/off switch on the head of the head torch so you can use one hand
Rotary Switch – control wheel for spot to flood Digital Advanced Focus System

Working Temperature -20° to +40° Celsius
Charging Time 270 minutes
Weight 194g

HF SERIES WORK

The HF Series WORK models are designed for professional users. They come with an additional red LED as well as a high Colour Rendering Index (CRI) for close range work. They can be attached to a helmet via the rubberised headband or by using an adaptor and mount system – all while allowing hands-free working.

HF4R WORK (£49.95)

Specs:

LED Configuration 2 x High Power LEDs, 1 x Red LED
Luminosity 20-500 lm
Lighting Range 15-130 m
Battery Duration 2.5-35 h
Color Temperature 4600 k 50 5400 k

Light Functions
Low Power 20 lumens, 15 meters for 35 hrs
Mid Power 80 lumens, 60 meters for 8 hrs
Standard Power 300 lumens, 100 meters for 2.5 hrs
Boost Mode 500 lumens for 130 meters

Switches
Front Switch – a switch on the head of the head torch so you can use one hand

Working Temperature -20° to +40° Celsius
Charging Time 180 minutes
Weight 72g

HF6R WORK (£79.95)

LED Configuration 3 x Xtreme LEDs, 1 x Red LED
Luminosity 20-800 lm
Lighting Range 25-160 m
Battery Duration 3-60 h
Color Temperature 4600 k to 5400 k

Light Functions
Low Power 20 lumens, 25 meters for 60 hrs
Mid Power 200 lumens, 80 meters for 8 hrs
Standard Power 500 lumens, 140 meters for 3 hrs
Boost Mode 800 lumens for 160 meters

Switches:
Front Switch – on/off switch on the head of the head torch so you can use one hand
Rotary Switch – control wheel for spot to flood Digital Advanced Focus System

Working Temperature -20° to +40° Celsius
Charging Time 225 minutes
Weight 134g

HF8R WORK (£139.95)

LED Configuration 4 x Xtreme LEDs, 1 x Red LED
Luminosity 20-1,600 lm
Lighting Range 25-MAX 210 m
Battery Duration 3.5-90 h
Color Temperature 4600 k to 5400 k

Light Functions
Low Power 20 lumens, 25 meters for 90 hrs
Mid Power 300 lumens, 100 meters for 10 hrs
Standard Power 900 lumens, 200 meters for 3.5 hrs
Boost Mode 1600 lumens for 210 meters
SOS Mode to bring attention to yourself in an emergency

Switches:
Front Switch – on/off switch on the head of the head torch so you can use one hand
Rotary Switch – control wheel for spot to flood Digital Advanced Focus System

Working Temperature -20° to +40° Celsius
Charging Time 270 minutes
Weight 198g