Princeton Tec Fuel

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The Fuel is a headlamp made by Princeton Tec. It has an average rating of 2.5 stars (out of 5), based on 2 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"Princeton Tec Fuel Headlamp (Fall 2008) The Fuel Headlamp by Princeton Tec pumps out 15 lumens of brightness from a headlamp that weighs just 2.7 ounces. This 3 LED headlamp offers three light levels plus a flash option. The Tec Fuel also has a single arm bracket on the pivoting head for easy and reliable light direction. Large, easy to find push button on/off switch. Water resistant. 50-160 hour estimated run time. Uses 3 AAA batteries. One size fits all adjustable headband.Princeton Tec Fuel Headlamp features:3 LED adjustable light15 lumen max powerChoice of three light levels Flashing light optionUses 3 AAA batteriesWeighs only 2.7 ouncesAdjustable headbandWater resistant"

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The lightweight, compact Princeton Tec Fuel LED headlamp blasts a bright beam to light up the night on your backcountry adventures. Unique single-arm ratcheting head pivots up and down, providing a wide range of motion so you can aim the beam wherever you need it most Available In: Black Pink/ White Grey/ Green Features: Three LEDs offer three brightness settings, plus a strobe functionOperates on three AAA batteries, includedBulb type: 3 LEDsWeight (w/ batteries): 2.75 ouncesDimensions:"

From Campmor:
"The innovative Fuel Headlamp meets the widest range of applications while remaining small, lightweight and robust. With all of the touch points of the Fuel being considered, its smart design fulfills technology's promise of actually making our lives easier. What could be better than a light that weighs only 78g with 15 lumens of brightness and 160 hours of burn time? It's a light that also has an asymmetrical single arm bracket that makes directing the light effortless and reliable, a large easy to find push button switch and a virtually bulletproof, easy access battery door that protects the 3AAAs and its electronics. Ratchet allows for easy rotation to adjust the direction of the beam. Power: 15 lumens. Lamp: 3 ultrabright LEDs. Burn Time: 160 hours. Batteries: 3 AAA alkaline (included). Wt. 2.75 oz. (78g) with batteries. 4 Modes: Total Burn Time: High/Flash - 50/120 Medium - '110 Low - '160 Distance(m) 0, 5, 10, 15, 20."

From Backcountry.com:
"The Princeton Tec Fuel Headlamp illuminates your world with three bright LEDs and weighs a mere 78 grams (including batteries). Plus, this headlamp's sleek profile eliminates that there's-a-huge-lamp-on-my-forehead feeling. The Fuel Headlamp's bracket makes it easy to direct your light up or down, while a large switch changes the light settings. A wide beam simulates daylight conditions and enhances your peripheral vision, while the multiple-beam settings adjust brightness and/or beam width for greater distance viewing or battery conservation. Princeton Tec gave the Fuel Headlamp an easy-access battery door for quick AAA battery replacements."

User Reviews

Fuel
Reviewed by johntheman6, Jan 10, 2008

"On/off switch broke after two months. Had to rig it in the field with duct tape. Something within the enclosed mechanism just broke, wouldn't rely on this light for backcountry excursions without a backup."

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Fuel
Reviewed by Brodey, Nov 09, 2007

"I just bought this item and ran a 5 miler with it last night. So far, it is GREAT. I couldn't even feel it on my head. Definitely more than enough light for road running at night. The swivel head makes it really easy to change the angle of the light, when needed."

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