Emisar D1K vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is about the same length as the Emisar D1K, and 6.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDCL1-T is about the same length as the Emisar D1K, and 6.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Emisar D1K Check price ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 114 mm (4.49 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)+0.3 mm |
| Head / width | 35 mm (1.38 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)−6.4 mm |
| Body | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | — |
| Weight | 89 g without battery | 93.6 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | CR123A |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $39.95 at intl-outdoor.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | intl-outdoor.com sourced Pocket thrower; lumens for SFT-25 | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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D1K vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Emisar D1K and SureFire EDCL1-T are the same length to within half a millimetre (114 mm (4.49 in)). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 6.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 35 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D1K: 89 g without battery; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Emisar D1K is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 140% more.
Battery
The Emisar D1K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D1K was $39.95 at intl-outdoor.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Emisar D1K cost $175.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Emisar D1K if you want more output (1,200 lm vs 500 lm). Choose the SureFire EDCL1-T if you want a slimmer profile (6.4 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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D1K vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Emisar D1K or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Emisar D1K and SureFire EDCL1-T are the same length to within half a millimetre (114 mm (4.49 in)). At its widest point the SureFire EDCL1-T is 6.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 35 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D1K: 89 g without battery; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Emisar D1K or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The Emisar D1K is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 140% more.
Which is cheaper, the Emisar D1K or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D1K was $39.95 at intl-outdoor.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Emisar D1K cost $175.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Emisar D1K and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Emisar D1K runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Emisar D1K: specs from Emisar product page (manufacturer). Price $39.95 from intl-outdoor.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDCL1-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $215.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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