Princeton Tec Quad
Average Rating: ![]()
Reviewed by 10 Trailspace users
Description
The Quad is a headlamp made by Princeton Tec. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 10 user reviews.
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Campmor:
"Four ultra bright LEDs power through the darkest conditions, allowing the user to adjust brightness or beam width to illuminate greater distances, or conserve battery power depending on your needs. Suitable for brisk runs on dark trails or tasks around camp, LED bulbs operate in high, low, or flashing modes. Sophisticated regulating circuit maintains initial brightness. The Quad is the lightest of Princeton Tec's headlamps, compact and waterproof. It will survive severe impacts and water submersions up to one meter. Weight conscious users will like the option to use AAA Lithium batteries, reducing the weight even further and allowing for peak performance in extreme cold as well as increasing regulated burn times. 3 AAA alkaline batteries included. Size: 2.5 in. x 2 in. x 1.5 in. Weight: 3 oz."
From Backcountry.com:
"When you need an ultralight headlamp that does it all, look to the Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp. With its four ultrabright LEDs, this headlamp powers through the darkest conditions. Its wide beam is great for technical scrambles, while the rest of its four settings can be tailored to your needs-from campfire cooking to moonless trail runs. These LEDs burn at a constant brightness, and the Quad features a battery meter so you know when to change the batteries (AAA alkaline batteries included). The tough waterproof housing means the bulbs will live through severe impacts and water submersions up to three feet. Princeton Tec incorporated special circuitry so weight-obsessed climbers can reduce the Quad's already paltry 3.4oz to 2.9oz by using lithium batteries (not included)."
From Oregon Mountain Community:
"At a mere 96 grams, the Quad is the lightest in Princeton Tec’s line of regulated-LED headlamps. 4 Ultrabright LEDs power through the darkest conditions. The LEDs are safe forever inside a tough waterproof housing that will survive severe impacts and water submersions up to 1 meter. The wide beam of the Quad is perfect for tasks around camp and is bright enough for technical scrambles and brisk runs on dark trails. Weight conscious users will love the Quad’s sophisticated circuitry that allows the use of lithium AAA batteries. They reduce the Quad’s weight to 82 grams, perform in extremely cold temperatures, and significantly increase regulated burn times on all modes. Equipped with regulated LEDs that maintain constant brightness and a battery power meter, this light just may be smarter than you are. Princeton Tec Quad Features: POWER: 45 Lumens LAMP: 4 Ultrabright LEDs BURN TIME: 110 Hours BATTERIES: 3 AAA Alkaline or Lithium WEIGHT: 96g Distance (Max) Battery Life Battery Life (regulated) (total) High 38 m 1 h 105 h Medium 26 m 10 h 99 h Blink 38 m 5 h 110 h Low 18 m 31 h 97 h"
From Moosejaw:
"Princeton Tec Quad Headlamp (Fall 2009) At a mere 96 grams, the Quad by Princeton Tec is the lightest in Princeton Tec's line of regulated-LED headlamps. 4 Ultrabright LEDs power through the darkest conditions. The LEDs are safe forever inside a tough waterproof housing that will survive severe impacts and water submersions up to 1 meter. The wide beam of the Quad is perfect for tasks around camp and is bright enough for technical scrambles and brisk runs on dark trails. Weight conscious users will love the Quad's sophisticated circuitry that allows the use of lithium AAA batteries. They reduce the Quad's weight to 82 grams, perform in extremely cold temperatures, and significantly increase regulated burn times on all modes. Equipped with regulated LEDs that maintain constant brightness anda battery power meter, this light just may be smarter than you are. Power: 21 Lumens Lamp: 4 Ultrabright LEDs Burn Time: 150 Hours Batteries: 3 AAA Alkaline Weight: 96g With Batteries"
User Reviews
Quad
Reviewed by Paul A, Oct 27, 2009
There's a small screw that holds the front and back cases halves together."
Quad
Reviewed by Angie O'Plasty, Mar 22, 2009
The low-battery warning is a nice feature."
Quad (Standard)
Reviewed by Bush Tan, Mar 21, 2009
Maybe I've been unlucky, but both Princeton Tec headlights (a Quad and a Fuel) have suffered unassisted plastic housing fatigue. The Fuel's plastic battery lid hinges simply gave way shortly after purchase."
Quad
Reviewed by Margo Costan, Jan 15, 2009
Quad
Reviewed by drytinder, Oct 22, 2008
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Reviewed by mcjiver, Mar 09, 2008
It is very consistent in the light power and gives you a nice warning when the battery is low (this is rare because they last forever) and still gives you enough light for the rest of your trek before it goes dim."
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Reviewed by Buzz, Feb 11, 2008
Short battery life on the highest light setting."
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Reviewed by Alex Davis, Aug 10, 2007
Being an LED, it is not as bright as halogens, but for around camp or the house it will certainly be adequate."
Quad
Reviewed by bauhaus, Dec 29, 2006
Quad
Reviewed by gregaslett, Oct 10, 2006
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Quad at 7 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
Campmor | Quad Headlamp | $29.99 | Buy Now |
Backcountry.com | Quad Headlamp | $34.95 | Buy Now |
Oregon Mountain Community | Quad Headlamp | $28.95 | Buy Now |
Moosejaw | Quad Headlamp | $34.99 | Buy Now |
REI | Quad Headlamp | $30.00 | Buy Now |
Gear for Adventure | Quad LED Headlamp | $28.95 | Buy Now |
US Outdoor Store | Quad Headlamp | $32.99 | Buy Now |
