COAST flashlights: what the spec sheets and warranty actually say
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COAST lists lifetime warranty coverage for its LED flashlights against defects in materials and workmanship, for the original purchaser in the U.S. and Canada. Batteries and wear are not covered. Its PX200R lists 2,000 lumens in turbo with a 200 m beam and twist focus. The PX1R lists 1,000 lumens and runs on its rechargeable pack or three AAA batteries. The G19 is an AAA penlight for close inspection. All three carry an IP54 rating, which means water- and dust-resistant, not submersible.
Three COAST lights compared
| Spec | PX200R | PX1R | G19 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max output | 2,000 lm (turbo) | 1,000 lm | Not listed by COAST |
| Max beam | 200 m | 159 m | 20 m |
| Max runtime | 150 h (Moon Glow, 17 lm) | 16 h (low, 240 lm) | 2.5 h |
| Battery | COAST Z955 rechargeable, USB-C | ZX850 rechargeable or 3 x AAA | 1 x AAA or ZX100 rechargeable (sold separately) |
| Focus | Pure Beam with Twist Focus | Pure Beam with Twist Focus | Fixed inspection beam |
| Rating | IP54 | IP54 | IP54 |
| Length / weight | 5.71 in / 6.93 oz | 5 in / 3.88 oz | 4.02 in / 1.41 oz |
Under ANSI FL1, beam distance in meters equals 2 times the square root of candela, so COAST's 200 m figure implies about 10,000 candela and 159 m about 6,300.
What COAST's features mean
- Pure Beam optic: COAST says one optic gives both a wide flood beam and a long spot beam.
- Twist Focus: twist the bezel to shape the beam from flood to spot.
- Moon Glow (PX200R): a 17 lumen mode COAST lists for 150 hours, for stretching battery life in a blackout.
- Dual power (PX1R, G19): run on COAST's rechargeable battery or on disposable AAA cells.
- Clips: COAST lists a two-position clip on the PX200R and a reversible pocket and hat clip on the PX1R, so either can clip to a cap brim for hands-free light.
Runtime in a power outage
COAST's mode tables show how output trades against runtime:
- PX200R: 1,000 lm for 6.5 h, 500 lm for 12 h, 105 lm for 23 h, 17 lm for 150 h.
- PX1R: 1,000 lm for 4.25 h, 485 lm for 7.5 h, 240 lm for 16 h.
Olight's guide to the FL1 standard explains that rated runtime counts down until output falls to 10% of its starting level, so a light is not at full brightness for the whole time listed. For a long outage, the PX1R's option to swap in AAA cells means you can keep it running without charging; the PX200R needs USB-C power.
IP54 and the warranty
- IP54: COAST describes it as water- and dust-resistant, for rain, splashes and storms. It is not a submersion rating, so keep these lights out of standing water.
- Lifetime warranty: COAST covers its LED flashlights and headlamps against defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the original purchaser.
- Exclusions: normal wear and tear, misuse or neglect, batteries and charging accessories, and damage caused by batteries such as leakage. Shipping is not covered, and coverage applies only in the U.S. and Canada.
Because battery leakage is excluded, remove alkaline cells from a light you store for long periods.
Which COAST light fits which job
- Home and vehicle: PX200R, with the most output, a long beam and the 150 hour Moon Glow mode.
- Kit light with a battery backup: PX1R, which takes three AAA cells if the rechargeable pack is flat.
- Close work and pockets: G19, which COAST pitches for detail work.
For other brands, see our flashlights guide, EDC flashlight guide and tactical flashlight guide.
What to look for when you buy
Most output: COAST PX200R
Best for: A home or truck light with long throw and a very long low mode
COAST lists 2,000 lumens in turbo, a 200 m beam, Pure Beam Twist Focus, a 17 lumen Moon Glow mode for 150 hours, USB-C charging, a battery indicator and IP54.
Watch out: Rechargeable battery only; keep a USB-C power source in your kit.
See options on Amazon (opens Amazon in a new tab)Rechargeable or AAA: COAST PX1R
Best for: An emergency kit light that can run on store-bought batteries
COAST lists 1,000 lumens, a 159 m beam, Twist Focus, a ZX850 rechargeable battery with USB-C or three AAA cells, IP54 and 3.88 oz.
Watch out: High mode lasts 4.25 hours per COAST; use medium or low for long outages.
See options on Amazon (opens Amazon in a new tab)Inspection penlight: COAST G19
Best for: Close-up work, reading panels and pocket carry
COAST lists an inspection beam, a 20 m reach, one AAA cell or an optional ZX100 rechargeable, IP54, a pocket clip and 1.41 oz.
Watch out: COAST lists a 2.5 hour runtime, so carry a spare AAA.
See options on Amazon (opens Amazon in a new tab)Questions people ask
- Are COAST flashlights good?
- We do not rate lights; COAST publishes full output, beam and runtime tables for each mode and a lifetime defect warranty for LED flashlights, excluding batteries.
- What is the COAST flashlight warranty?
- Lifetime coverage against defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser, in the U.S. and Canada, excluding wear, misuse and batteries.
- Are COAST flashlights waterproof?
- The three here are IP54, which COAST describes as water- and dust-resistant for rain and splashes, not submersion.
- Can a COAST PX1R use regular batteries?
- Yes; COAST lists its ZX850 rechargeable battery or three AAA cells.
Sources
- PX200R, COAST
- PX1R, COAST
- G19, COAST
- Warranty, COAST
- ANSI FL1 standard explained, Olight