The third generation of the popular Fenix E12 V3.0 flashlight offers a luminous flux of up to 200 lumens (ANSI) on one AA pencil battery. Thanks to compact dimensions and a weight of only 53.9 grams incl. batteries is a light suitable for everyday wear (EDC). The TIR collimator creates a wide light cone with a surprising afterglow of 78 meters. Fenix E12 has three performance modes with a duration of operation of up to 100 hours. It goes without saying that the high quality of the design, durability and waterproofness according to IP68. This lamp is the successor of the second generation of the Fenix E12 model. A great new feature is the metal switch with an integrated magnet to attach to anything iron. The lamp can also be placed on the end like a candle.
All lamp parameters (luminous flux, battery operation time, waterproofing, afterglow and impact resistance) are measured in accordance with the ANSI/NEMA FL 1-2009 standard.
Fenix E12 V3.0 lamp parameters
- A powerful SST-20 LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours is used.
- Three power modes: 200 lumens (1 hour) -> 30 lumens (15 hours) -> 5 lumens (100 hours).
- Duration times are measured with the included alkaline battery.
- It uses one "pencil" AA battery (type AA - alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiMH). These batteries are cheap and widely available.
- Energizer L91 Ultimate Lithium AA lithium batteries (especially suitable for extreme conditions and expeditions) will provide the longest duration.
- Protection against accidentally inserting the battery upside down (reverse polarity).
- The lamp has a memory and always turns on in the last used mode.
- Light cone with an afterglow of up to 78 meters (1533 cd).
- Metal switch with integrated magnet.
- Solid steel double-sided clip for safe and easy carrying of the lamp (removable).
- Dimensions 8.15 cm (length) x 1.93 cm (head diameter) x 1.74 cm (body diameter).
- Weight 53.9 grams (including alkaline battery).
- Made of aviation hardened aluminum type T6, durable surface - Type III hard anodized.
- Impact-resistant from a fall from a height of 1 meter.
- Waterproof according to the IP68 standard (tested under water at a depth of 2 meters).
- The package includes a wrist strap, an alkaline battery and a spare sealing o-ring.
- As an optional accessory, it is possible to purchase, for example, a rotating wrist holder ALW-01, a LockBlocks bicycle holder or a silicone holder.
Using Fenix E12 V3.0
To turn it on, press the switch located at the end of the lamp. The lamp has a memory and always turns on in the last used mode. When the lamp is on, you can change the power modes at any time by pressing the button (they switch cyclically from low - medium - high).
Warning
- Do not disassemble the sealed part in the lamp head yourself, this will void the warranty.
- Use only high-quality AA batteries to avoid damage to the lamp, for example due to leakage of substances from the battery.
- If the protective rubber rings appear damaged after a long period of use, replace them. The rings must also be lubricated to prevent rubber erosion. By following these rules, the lamp will be properly protected against water.
- If the lamp flashes or does not light up, it may be for one of the following reasons:
- Batteries are low - replace them.
- The contacts inside the lamp are clogged - clean them with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol.
- The lamp body is loose, tighten it.
Output: 200lm
Max. duration: 100 hours
Aftersight: 78m
Number of modes: 3
Weight: 59.3g
Power supply: 1x AA
Light source: Luminus SST-20
Waterproof: IP68 (immersion 2 m)
Colour | black |
Power supply type | none |
Battery type | battery powered |
Sport | hiking, camping |
product ID | 289717 |

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