| FENIX LR36R | |
|---|---|
| LEP type / class | Shine through (+ LED) |
| Max. beam intensity (candelas) | 396,600 cd |
| Max. beam distance (meters) | 1260 meters |
| Max. output (lumens)* | 350lm |
| Modes | 3+3 |
| Avg. Price | $359 |
*For hybrid flashlights, I’d share the LEP numbers only
FENIX LR36R LEP + LED flashlight
The Fenix LR36R is a hybrid flashlight that combines LEP (Laser Excited Phosphor) and LEDs, allowing it to throw light both far and wide simultaneously. This unique feature is relatively rare, with only a handful of flashlights on the market offering such a combination. The LR36R is slightly larger and heavier than Fenix’s TK35 and LR35 models, weighing nearly 500 grams and measuring 16 cm in length. While it may not be ideal for everyday carry, it comes with a holster, lanyard, and pocket clip for convenient transport.
The LR36R is designed for versatility, making it suitable for many applications, from general household use to camping and search and rescue. It features a rotating dial for adjusting brightness levels and a center clicky switch to toggle between spot, flood, and combined modes. The flashlight also includes an OLED display that indicates output levels and battery status, although the accuracy of the remaining runtime can be inconsistent. A proximity sensor adds a safety feature by reducing output when an object is detected close to the front of the flashlight.
The build quality of the LR36R is impressive, with black anodized aluminum, a protective glass lens and stainless steel bezel. It operates on two button-top 21700 batteries, which can be charged via the USB-C port. The average charging time is around four hours, and the flashlight can also function as a power bank. However, the user interface has some drawbacks, such as the lack of information on the current mode when in standby and the potential confusion caused by the clicky switch changing light sources instead of turning the flashlight off. Despite these minor issues, the Fenix LR36R stands out as a powerful and versatile option for those seeking a hybrid flashlight.
Performance
Lumen
Note: the highest output was measured in my homemade sphere because my professional integrating sphere with spectrometer can not measure these high outputs.
| Mode | Specified output | Turn on | 30 sec. | 10 min. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LED: Low | 50 lm | 45 lm | 45 lm | – |
| LED: Med 5000lm | 5000 lm | 5369 lm | 5339 lm | 2204 lm |
| LED: High | 10000 lm | 9798 lm | 8924 lm | 2473 lm |
| LEP: Low | 50 lm | 54 lm | 52 lm | 51 lm |
| LEP: High | 350 lm | 341 lm | 328 lm | 278 lm |
| Combo: Low | 100 lm | 99 lm | 98 lm | – |
| Combo: High | 10000 lm | 9692 lm | 8731 lm | 1731 lm |
Runtime
| Mode | Specified runtime | Runtime (ANSI FL1) | Time till shut off* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LED Low | 102h | – | – |
| LED Med | 2h 32min | 2h 21min | 2h 24min+ |
| LED High | 2h 03min | 2h 01min | 2h 11min+ |
| LEP Low | 16h 30min | 15h 59min | 16h 02min+ |
| LEP High | 4h 03min | 3h 51min | 5h 28min+ |
| Combo High | 2h 27min | 2h 17min | 2h 43min |
Throw measurements
Measurements were taken indoors at 5 meters and outdoors at 20 meters with a Hagner E4-X Lux Meter. The measurements were taken 30 seconds after turn on.
| Mode | Specified intensity | Specified beam distance | Candela measured | Meters | Yards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LED: Low | 101 cd | 20m | 125 cd | 22 m | 24 yd |
| LED: Med | 11,231 cd | 212m | 12,750 cd | 226 m | 247 yd |
| LED: High | 26,700 cd | 326m | 22,575 cd | 300 m | 329 yd |
| LEP: High | 396,600 cd | 1260m | 516,000 cd | 1,437 m | 1,571 yd |
