PLH V3 Modlite Light Head: The 1,500-Lumen Tactical Upgrade for Extreme Durability & Target Identification

• The Modlite PLHv3 Light Head is a heavy-duty flashlight head built for rifles and handheld use. It is proudly made and assembled in the USA. We treat the metal with a military-grade hard coating to withstand rough drops and daily abuse. This duty weapon light shines brightly enough to blind threats and easily illuminate dark rooms.
• Project 1,500 Lumens & 60,000 Candela: This PLHv3 light head creates a huge, powerful wall of light. Lumens measure the total brightness of the light. Candela measures the extent of that beam. The bright center beam reaches far down the street, while the wide floodlight helps you see the corners of a room. 
• Survives Heavy SCAR 17 Rifle Recoil: Gun recoil creates violent shaking that quickly breaks normal flashlights. To stop this, the electronics inside this Modlite weapon light head are "potted". This means the delicate internal parts are completely sealed in a solid block of hardened resin. Nothing shakes loose or cracks. It has been tested to withstand the massive kick of a fully automatic SCAR 17 rifle. 
• Run up to 75 Minutes on One Battery: As a Modlite dual-fuel light, it gives you easy power options. You can run it on rechargeable 18650 or 18350 batteries. If you cannot plug in to charge your gear, you can also use two disposable CR123A batteries inside a longer 18650 body. On a fully charged 18650 battery, it runs on full power for 75 straight minutes. 

Modlite PLHv3 Light Head System Video Overview

PLHv3 Light Head Features and Specifications

The Modlite PLH V3 Light Head is an essential upgrade that perfectly balances long-range target identification with wide-angle situational awareness. Unlike flashlights that force you to choose between a narrow beam or a wide flood, this head delivers a massive 1,500 lumens and 60,000 candela to blind threats and pierce through visual barriers without causing tunnel vision. 

Key Features

• Balanced Beam Profile: Projects a highly focused center hotspot for long distances while maintaining a bright, wide spill to light up the corners of a room during close-quarters movement.
• Extreme Recoil Resistance: The delicate internal electronics are fully encased in a hardened resin (potted), proven to easily survive the violent, bi-directional recoil of a fully automatic SCAR 17 rifle.
• Dual Fuel Flexibility: Gives you power options in the field by running on high-power rechargeable 18650 or 18350 lithium-ion batteries, or two disposable CR123A batteries as an emergency backup.
• Programmable Admin Mode: On handheld setups, you can program the light to include a 15% low-power mode, saving your battery and your natural night vision while reading maps or checking gear.
• Complete Modularity: Features standard internal threading that fits perfectly onto your existing Modlite or SureFire Scout bodies, allowing you to upgrade your output without buying a whole new flashlight system.
• Thermal Shock Glass: Protected by an ultra-clear BOROFLOAT glass lens that resists cracking from sudden temperature changes and allows up to 99% of the light to shine through.

Specifications

• Total Light Output: 1,500 Lumens
• Peak Beam Intensity: 60,000 Candela
• Color Temperature: 5700K (Cool White)
• Weight: 2.1 ounces
• Dimensions: 1.25 inches (Width/Diameter) x 1.75 inches (Length)
• Body Material: Machined 6061 Series Aluminum
• Exterior Finish: Mil-Spec Type 3 Hardcoat Anodizing
• 18650 Battery Runtime: 75 minutes on High / 10.6 hours on Admin/Low Mode
• 18350 Battery Runtime: 35 minutes on High / 3.6 hours on Admin/Low Mode
• Country of Origin: Made and assembled in the USA
• Warranty: Lifetime transferrable warranty

What’s in the box of the Modlite PLHv3 Light Head?

• (1) Modlite PLH V3 Light Head (fully assembled and ready to install).
• (1) Product User Manual

Frequently Asked Questions On The PLHv3 Light Head

Should I pick the single-mode or multi-mode option?

If you are putting this light on a gun, you should pick the single-mode option, so it only uses high power. If you are carrying the light in your hand, multi-mode is a great choice. Multi-mode starts on high, but lets you program a low-power mode that uses only 15% of full brightness.

What batteries does this light head use?

It can use rechargeable 18350 or 18650 batteries. If you have a longer 18650 body, you can also use two disposable CR123 batteries. Just remember that the light head will not work if you only use one CR123 battery.

How bright is this flashlight head?

It is very bright. It puts out 1,500 lumens and 60,000 candela. This gives you a strong beam to see far away, plus enough wide light to see around you. The light color is a crisp, cool white.

Can it survive the heavy kick of a rifle?

Yes, it is built to be extremely tough. The computer parts inside are "potted". This means they are completely sealed, so the heavy shaking of a gun will not break them. It has been tested to withstand the heavy kick of a SCAR 17 rifle and comes with a lifetime warranty.

How long will the battery last?

It depends on the battery size you choose. The larger 18650 battery gives you 75 straight minutes of high power, or over 10 hours on the low setting. The smaller 18350 battery gives you 35 minutes on high or 3.6 hours on low.

Why might the color of the metal look slightly different?

The metal is treated with a special chemical process to make it very hard and tough. Because of how this process works, the exact finish can look slightly different from piece to piece. This is completely normal, but they try their best to match the parts closely

Modlite PLHv2 vs PLH V3: What Is The Difference?

When comparing the Modlite PLH v3 to the PLHv2, the biggest difference is the raw power. The new PLH v3 light head gives you an 11% boost in both total brightness and beam distance.

• Total Output (Lumens): The older PLHv2 has 1,350 lumens, but the upgraded PLH V3 bumps that up to a massive 1,500 lumens.
• Beam Distance (Candela): The PLHv2 sits at 54,000 candela, while the PLH V3 pushes an impressive 60,000 candela.
• What Stayed the Same: Both light heads use the exact same shape, size, and 5.3-ounce loaded weight. The crisp 5700K white light color also remains exactly the same.

Because it keeps the same shape and threads, the Modlite PLH v3 is a perfect drop-in upgrade for your current light body, without requiring you to change your mounts or switches.

Where To Buy The Modlite PLH V3?

Are you ready to upgrade to the best rifle weapon light on the market? If you are looking to find the Modlite PLH v3 for sale, Atomic Defense has you covered. Experience the power of 1,500 lumens and 60,000 candela. Add the Modlite PLH v3 to your cart today and equip your firearm with the ultimate professional-grade lighting tool.