18650 Series Light Instructions

The Arisaka 18650 Series Light is a complete illumination package. Simply choose a head, tailcap/remote, and light mount from the drop down menus. Included is the low profile 18650 Series Light Body for an unobstructed, close fit when using an Arisaka Inline, Offset, or Side Scout Mount.

Head options (Check out our blog post for beam comparison images):

• Malkoff HTL - 600 lumens and 30,000 candela of white light with a very round and even intensity in the hotspot and smooth transition to spill. This head is significantly smaller, lighter, and less expensive than the other 18650 sized offerings, and has one of the best beam patterns on the market. Makes for a great all-around solution, and better suited for close-to-medium distances and dusty environments compared to the E2XTL. Highly recommended because the beam pattern is so good. Run time is 30 minutes with 2x CR123 or 1.5 hours with a 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable. Malkoff heads are fully potted to withstand recoil during weapon mounted use. Output is the same with both 18650 cells and CR123s.
• Malkoff E2XTL - 500 lumens and 55,000 candela of white light provide a tightly concentrated beam for distance, with a small amount of spill for close range and peripheral lighting. This head will illuminate targets at 100 meters better than the 1500 lumen M600DF because of the significantly higher candela. Run time is 30 minutes with 2x CR123 or 1.5 hours with a 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable. Malkoff heads are fully potted to withstand recoil during weapon mounted use. Output is the same with both 18650 cells and CR123s.
• Modlite OKW Dual Fuel and Multi Mode - 680 lumens and 69,000 candela of white light with an even tighter beam profile than the E2XTL. Run time is 75 minutes with 18650. Run time and output is reduced with CR123 cells.
• Modlite PLHv2 Dual Fuel and Multi Mode - 1350 lumens and 54,000 candela of white light with a blend of spill and throw. Run time is 75 minutes with 18650. Run time and output is reduced with CR123 cells.

The 18650 Series Light is compatible with all Scout tailcaps including the Surefire UE and DS, and will also fit in any aftermarket Scout mount, as it retains the mounting holes and square lug interface on the underside of the light body.

The Modlite Multi Mode heads feature two selectable modes - High Only and High + Admin. The Multi Mode heads come preset to High Only. If configured for High + Admin, a second press of the switch or remote will toggle between modes. Admin mode has an output level of 15% of High mode, providing for greatly extended run time.

Weight (with two CR123 cells, no tailcap): 3.9oz

Length (without tailcap): 4.75" (without tailcap)

Diameter: 1.1-1.23" (depends on head)

Power source: two CR123 cells or one 18650 rechargeable

The Arisaka light body, momentary tailcap, and head are CNC machined from 6061-T651 aluminum and MIL-A-8625 Type III hard coat anodized. FDE heads and bodies are Cerakote over type III hard coat anodizing. High quality Buna-N O-rings are included.

Made in the USA.