The new Sidewinder Compact III features a user-configurable model with LED options that allows users to select two of three colour LEDs (red, green or blue) in addition to standard white and infrared (IR) outputs. The military model includes white, red, blue and IR LEDs, while the aviation model contains white, green, red and IR LEDs. Each LED operates at multiple brightness levels, and includes a strobe mode. The light uses either one AA alkaline or one 3-volt CR123A lithium battery, offering flexible power options and extended run time in extreme environments.
“We engineered this light with versatility at its core,” said Michael F. Dineen, President of Streamlight. “It offers a powerful combination of compact design, high performance, and rugged reliability. Whether it’s mounted on a helmet, clipped to a vest, or used handheld, the Sidewinder Compact III is ready to perform.”
The light’s white LED provides up to 275 lumens and 3,200 candela on High with a beam distance of 113 metres. Run times range from 70+ hours on Low when using an AA battery, and 100+ hours a when a CR123A battery is inserted. The light’s colour and IR LEDs also offer long run times and are ideal for preserving night vision, signaling, or task-specific visibility needs.
The Sidewinder Compact III was designed with a compound On-Off mode selector switch that separates the On-Off, dimming, strobe and LED-selection functions. The rotary selector knob features a tactile IR indicator and pull-to-turn locking design that provides easy operation even with gloves, while also preventing accidental mode changes. The light also features an unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating.
The Sidewinder Compact III includes a durable belt/gear clip with integrated helmet mount features, which fits existing Sidewinder® helmet mounts adapters. A cord attachment hole on the clip supports up to 11kg of load.
Constructed from high-impact nylon, the Sidewinder Compact III is built to withstand rugged use. It is IPX7 waterproof to 1 metre for 30 minutes and impact-tested to 3 metres.
Measuring 7.9cm long, the light weighs 85 grams with a AA battery and 77 grams when using one CR123A lithium battery.
For more information, visit the official Streamlight website.
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