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Black Diamond

Storm 450 Headlamp

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Description

The Black Diamond Storm 450 is a 450-lumen headlamp rated IP67, tested to run at least 1 m underwater for 30 minutes. It throws light 120 m on max and runs on three AAA batteries or Black Diamond's rechargeable BD 1500. On AAA alkalines it lasts 175 hours on low, 4.5 hours on medium and 2 hours on max.

Who it's for

Black Diamond build the Storm 450 as a waterproof, dustproof head torch for demanding conditions. It packs a full feature set and lets you choose between disposable AAAs and a rechargeable battery.

Brightness and runtime together

Runtimes are to the ANSI FL-1 standard (to 10% of initial output). Reserve is extra low-level light after that.

Setting Output Distance 3 x AAA alkaline BD 1500 Li-ion
Low 6 lm 12 m 175 h 165 h
Medium 225 lm 60 m 4.5 h (+15 h reserve) 6 h (+0.3 h reserve)
Max 450 lm 120 m 2 h (+20 h reserve) 3 h (+1.5 h reserve)

Beam shape

The Storm 450 runs full strength in both a proximity mode for close work and a distance mode for seeing further ahead, behind a multifaceted optical lens. Dimming, strobe and red, green and blue night vision round out the settings.

Using it in the dark

  • PowerTap: tap to switch instantly between full and dimmed power.
  • Brightness Memory: the light comes back on at the brightness you chose, rather than a default.
  • Digital lock: stops the light switching on in a pack or pocket. Black Diamond say to lock it whenever it is being carried or not in use.

Charging and battery

Dual-Fuel: run the Storm 450 on AAA alkaline or lithium cells, or fit Black Diamond's BD 1500 Li-ion rechargeable (sold separately). Black Diamond's instructions: do not mix old and new batteries or different battery types, and remove the batteries for storage and transport.

Weather resistance

IP67: dustproof, and tested to operate at least 1 m underwater for 30 minutes.

Using it safely

Black Diamond's instructions: check the headlamp works before you head out, and for critical situations carry a second light and spare batteries. Do not stare into the beam or shine it into other people's eyes, and never cover the lens while the light is on.

Specifications
  • Max Lumens
    450 lm
  • Runtime
    3 x AAA alkaline: 175 h low, 4.5 h medium, 2 h max; BD 1500: 165 h low, 6 h medium, 3 h max (ANSI FL-1)
  • Battery
    3 x AAA (alkaline or lithium) or BD 1500 Li-ion rechargeable (sold separately)
  • IP Rating
    IP67 (at least 1 m underwater for 30 min)
  • Downloads
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Additional Information
  • Dual-Fuel: Maximum flexibility to utilize either the rechargeable Lithium Ion BD 1500 battery (purchased separately) or Alkaline cells (included)
  • 450 Lumen max output
  • IP67: Waterproof-Tested to operate at least 1.0 meters underwater for 30 minutes
  • PowerTap™ Technology allows instant transitioning between full and dimmed power
  • Brightness Memory allows you to turn the light on and off at a chosen brightness without reverting back to default setting
  • Settings include full strength in proximity and distance modes, dimming, strobe, red, green and blue night-vision, and lock mode
  • Multifaceted optical efficiency lens technology
  • Improved durable alloy battery housing clip to ensure a water and dust proof seal

FAQ's

How long does the Black Diamond Storm 450 last on AAA batteries?
On three AAA alkalines the Black Diamond Storm 450 runs 175 hours on low (6 lumens), 4.5 hours on medium (225 lumens) and 2 hours on max (450 lumens), measured to the ANSI FL-1 standard.

Can the Black Diamond Storm 450 use a rechargeable battery?
Yes. The Black Diamond Storm 450 is Dual-Fuel and takes the BD 1500 Li-ion rechargeable, sold separately. On the BD 1500 it runs 165 hours on low, 6 hours on medium and 3 hours on max.

Is the Black Diamond Storm 450 waterproof?
Yes. The Black Diamond Storm 450 is rated IP67: dustproof, and tested to operate at least 1 m underwater for 30 minutes.

How far does the Black Diamond Storm 450 shine?
The Black Diamond Storm 450 reaches 120 m on max at 450 lumens, 60 m on medium at 225 lumens and 12 m on low at 6 lumens.

Does the Black Diamond Storm 450 have a red light?
Yes. The Black Diamond Storm 450 has red, green and blue night-vision modes, alongside full-strength proximity and distance modes, dimming and strobe.

How do I stop the Black Diamond Storm 450 turning on in my pack?
Use the Black Diamond Storm 450's digital lock mode. Black Diamond say to lock the light whenever it is being transported or not in use, and to remove the batteries for storage and transport.

What batteries does the Black Diamond Storm 450 take?
The Black Diamond Storm 450 takes three AAA alkaline or lithium batteries, or the BD 1500 Li-ion rechargeable. Black Diamond say not to mix old and new batteries or different battery types.