PEAX Headlamp

[Juan_ID]

What is the problem with the band you all speak of? I’ve been using one for a few months and haven’t had any issues. I bought mine on sale after using Costco headlamps for years and I have been happy with mine.

 

[feanor]

I think the band intersection with the housing (where it rides on your forehead) is not as comfortable as some headlamps. But for the price, I have no complaints(sofirn). I just used mine for a 9 day hunt and still had battery left when I got home.

 

[mtnbound]

What is the problem with the band you all speak of? I’ve been using one for a few months and haven’t had any issues. I bought mine on sale after using Costco headlamps for years and I have been happy with mine.

Durability was the big issue for me. The bands lose their elasticity fast, at least on the two I have.

 

[JakeT]

Anybody compare the peax to the fenix hm75r? The fenix is another bright red headlamp ive been considering.

 

[CAM_D]

good to hear! any link on getting an upgraded bracket? I have used a lot of BD headlamps but if the PEAX is better than that, it's worth the money in my book.

I'd be happy to post the .stl file for anyone who also has a 3d printer and wants to make their own bracket.

 

[Carrot Farmer]

I own 4, they arn't the BEST ever, but they work for what I like, easy on off, 4 seconds to lock, very bright white and red, and rechargable works best for my system. I liked the idea of the Fenix, but I've had issues with two of the, so I tried the Peax, the plastic does break, but I had a member on here 3-d print me some way stronger ones? zero issues once I did that. Ive ran black diamonds for 15 years but I like these more.

Won't be trying anything else for awhile I don't believe.

also the Chinese ones are the same, just not as nice? button and quality isn't AS good, also this is all just my opinion, but i'm not a trendy guy, I do what works for me, not the popular thing.

Who 3-D prints the plastic ?

I’m tired of breaking


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[CAM_D]

Who 3-D prints the plastic ?

I’m tired of breaking


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See the post just above yours. I designed and printed some for Tim at his request a while back. I just printed some for other members. I can print you some for a very small fee, or you can have the file and print it yourself if you have a printer.

 

[UpTop]

I’m a huge fan of the Sofirn for the price. Don’t think I’d spend the extra money for a Peax. If I’m spending that kind of money I’m getting a fenix or nitecore

 

[Chirogrow]

I'd be happy to post the .stl file for anyone who also has a 3d printer and wants to make their own bracket.
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Yes please! I break one every few months and each time I reach out to them they make it seem like it's so rare for that part to break haha

 

[mshp710]

Its great to see you are printing these fixes for an otherwise good light.

 

[JREG19]

Yes please! I break one every few months and each time I reach out to them they make it seem like it's so rare for that part to break haha

I have 2 of the peax duo headlamps and I've broken the plastic pieces several times. I talked to a guy at hunt expo about it, and though he did not say openly that they knew it was a problem, his demeener seemed to say it is a common problem. I'm sick of buying and shipping this stupid piece of plastic.

 

[Carrot Farmer]

When it’s a standard item to purchase online…. It’s a problem.

Plastic clip n headband … love the lamp


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[100%DIYazCOUES]

If you’re willing to pay peax level money, just get an 18650 zebralight. Better in every way, unless you feel like you need red light. I get it if you use pack animals, but unnecessary for any other situation I can think of in my opinion.
My brother has used the 18650 sofirn the last few years with no issues, great light for the money. On par with my fenix hm65. Zebralight is brighter, more even light, lighter, and batteries last longer then the other two

 

[bmart2622]

Its not necessary for pack animals either

 

[Cambit]

I'd be happy to post the .stl file for anyone who also has a 3d printer and wants to make their own bracket.
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Hi, would i be able to get me stl file from you this is great! Thanks!

 

[CAM_D]

Hi, would i be able to get me stl file from you this is great! Thanks!

Sure I just uploaded it to thingiverse. The last few I've printed I've used PETG and PA-CF. They're really strong.

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:7007632

 

[Cambit]

Sure I just uploaded it to thingiverse. The last few I've printed I've used PETG and PA-CF. They're really strong.

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:7007632

That’s amazing thank you so much!

 

[CAM_D]

That’s amazing thank you so much!

please post some pics if you print some and let me know how they work out.

 

[K_pem]

@CAM_D Are the ones youre 3D printing significantly tougher? Ive replaced mine twice now and just decided to order two extras to have on hand just incase. Id be super interested to try one of yours out.

OP as far as the Peax lamp goes, other than the aforementioned plastic mount breaking on me, i've never experienced any issues. It is definitely the brightest headlamp i have used, especially in regard to the red light feature; and it has a pretty damn long battery life.

I will say though that I have noticed after a couple of years that its brightness has fallen off a good amount. It used to be comparable to my Fenix flashlight that I tend to keep with me and its not even close anymore. I have talked to Peax about this directly but have yet to come up with any sort of a solution, I think the battery is just dying off.

I may order a Sofrin just to compare but i think for the money there are some other headlamps from Fenix that i want to give a go.

 

[CAM_D]

@CAM_D Are the ones youre 3D printing significantly tougher? Ive replaced mine twice now and just decided to order two extras to have on hand just incase. Id be super interested to try one of yours out.

OP as far as the Peax lamp goes, other than the aforementioned plastic mount breaking on me, i've never experienced any issues. It is definitely the brightest headlamp i have used, especially in regard to the red light feature; and it has a pretty damn long battery life.

I will say though that I have noticed after a couple of years that its brightness has fallen off a good amount. It used to be comparable to my Fenix flashlight that I tend to keep with me and its not even close anymore. I have talked to Peax about this directly but have yet to come up with any sort of a solution, I think the battery is just dying off.

I may order a Sofrin just to compare but i think for the money there are some other headlamps from Fenix that i want to give a go.

I've yet to hear that any have broken that I've sent out. I have had great luck with Sofirn lights for camping and auto use. They are a bargain when you can find them on sale, which is pretty much always. Send me a message with your shipping info and I'll send you some brackets for the cost of material and shipping.