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MCT (Variable CRI Multiple Color Temperatures) Lighting System


The MCT (Variable CRI Multiple Color Temperatures) Lighting System combines NiteLab’s self-developed MCT UHE LEDs with NITECORE’s multi-faceted optical lens system, effectively integrating light sources of different color temperatures and CRI levels into a single, fully blended beam, delivering high CRI, multiple color temperatures, high efficiency, soft lighting, and long-range performance.


The outdoors is unpredictable, and every situation calls for different lighting. At night, relying on single light source can lead to misjudging terrain, increasing the risk of tripping, stepping into hazards, or missing critical visual cues. The more complex and unpredictable the outdoor environment, the more essential it is to have lighting that offers both high CRI and strong beam penetration. High CRI LEDs are generally costly, consume more power, and generate more heat. After years of real-world research and in-depth reflection on outdoor lighting needs, combined with the strong outdoor demand for high performance, long battery life and lightweight design, NITECORE has arrived at an optimal conclusion: switch to appropriate light source based on the risk level of the outdoor environment.

 

NiteLab MCT UHE LEDs integrates both a high CRI warm core and a high efficiency white core, enabling users to choose an appropriate light source based on the risk level of the outdoor environment.


· 3000K Warm Light (CRI ≥ 97) for High-Risk Outdoor Environments

Such as rainy, foggy, or snowy conditions

In low-visibility and high-risk environments, a high CRI warm light is critical to help identify details by restoring their true colors, contours, and textures, significantly improving visual clarity and safety.


· 4500K Neutral White Light (CRI ≥ 83) for Medium-Risk Outdoor Environments

Such as steep slopes, dense forests, muddy terrain, stream trekking, or snow-covered trails

In moderate technical terrain or everyday conditions, all cores work simultaneously, producing a neutral white light that offers both safety and visual comfort.


· 6500K Cool White Light (CRI ≥ 73) for Low-Risk Outdoor Environments

Such as camping or night running on paved urban paths

In low-risk outdoor environments, the high-efficiency white core maximizes energy efficiency for extended runtime.

To maximize lighting performance, NITECORE pairs MCT UHE LEDs with a multi-faceted optical lens system to expand the effective reflective surface. Combined with a symmetrical LED layout, the MCT (Variable CRI Multiple Color Temperatures) Lighting System seamlessly blends warm light and cool light into a uniform, soft beam with excellent throw, providing a more comfortable and practical outdoor lighting experience.


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