Bigblue AL1300NPT Tail-Switch Dive Light, 1300 Lumens

Name: Bigblue AL1300NPT 1300-Lumen Narrow-Beam Dive Light with Tail Switch
Brand: Bigblue Dive Lights
SKU: AL1300NPT
Price: 229.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Description

The AL1300NPT is Bigblue’s AL1300 narrow-beam light with the push button moved to the tail. Press it with your thumb to run every mode. Bigblue calls the tail switch a helmet favorite, and lists the light as a Tech backup.

It puts 1300 lumens into a narrow 5° beam. That sharp, focused beam is made for exploring tight spaces and for signaling underwater.

Four brightness levels run from 1300 down to 130 lumens, with burn times from 2 hours at full power to 20 hours on level I. There’s also an SOS mode. The push button has a battery indicator, so you know where you stand before the dive.

It runs on a rechargeable 18650 Li-ion battery, charged with the included USB charger. Bigblue suggests 3–4 hours to charge. The body is anodized aluminum with tempered optical glass and double O-ring sealing, tested to 150 meters. It weighs 189 g with the battery.

Bigblue makes a red filter (FILREDNP), a FluoroDive kit (FDKNP33), a soft glove, a carry pouch, an NP ball joint connector and a protective case for it, all sold separately.

AL1300NPT light
18650 battery
USB charger
Lanyard
3L outdoor dry bag
Two spare O-rings
Silicone lube
Owner’s manual

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Product Features

Tail-mounted push button
The switch sits on the tail, so one press of the thumb runs every mode. Bigblue calls it a helmet favorite.
Narrow 5° beam
1300 lumens in a tight 5° beam. It’s made for exploring tight spaces and signaling underwater.
Four levels and SOS
Step down from 1300 to 650, 325 or 130 lumens to stretch burn time from 2 hours to 20 hours. SOS mode is there when you need to signal.
USB-rechargeable 18650
A rechargeable 18650 Li-ion cell and a USB charger come in the box. Bigblue suggests 3–4 hours to charge.
Red filter and fluoro ready
Bigblue’s FILREDNP red filter and FDKNP33 FluoroDive kit are made for the AL1300NPT. Both are sold separately.

Which AL1300 narrow beam is right for you?

All three put 1300 lumens in a 5° beam, with 4 levels plus SOS, 2 to 20 hours of burn time, an 18650 battery and a 150 m rating.

AL1300NP

The original, with the push button on the body and the widest choice of finishes.

Body-mounted push button
Solid colors and camo patterns
Dia. 33.2 x L 139.8 mm, 168 g
Takes Bigblue Type I light heads

AL1300NPT

The same light with the push button on the tail. Bigblue calls it a helmet favorite.

Tail-mounted push button
Dia. 33.2 x L 152.2 mm, 189 g
Red filter and FluoroDive kit available

AL1300NPGSM

Adds a built-in green dot pointer for signaling, guiding buddies and training.

Body-mounted push button
Green dot pointer, 520 nm, below 5 mW
Classic Black, OD Green or Aqua
Dia. 33.2 x L 141.7 mm, 188 g

Is it right for you?

Who it’s for

Tech divers
Backup light
Helmet users

Best for

Backup on every dive
Tight spaces
Buddy signaling
Helmet mounting

Power modes

Mode	Output	Burn time
Level IV	1300 lm	2 hrs
Level III	650 lm	5 hrs
Level II	325 lm	10 hrs
Level I	130 lm	20 hrs
SOS	—	—

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Specifications

Output

Max output: 1300 lm
Modes: 4 levels + SOS
Light source: 1 x LED
Power levels: 1300 · 650 · 325 · 130 lm
SOS mode: Yes
Color temperature: 6500K

Beam

Beam angle: 5° narrow

Power

Burn time: 2–20 hrs
Battery: 18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Burn time by level: 2 · 5 · 10 · 20 hrs (level IV to I)
Charger: USB charger included
Charge time: 3–4 hrs (Bigblue suggested)
Switch: Tail-mounted push button with battery indicator

Build

Casing: Anodized aluminum alloy
Front glass: Tempered optical glass
Seal: Double O-ring, two spares included
Max depth: 150 m tested (492 ft)
Size: Dia. 33.2 x L 152.2 mm (1.3 x 6.0 in)
Weight in air: 189 g (6.7 oz) with battery
Buoyancy in seawater: -87 g (-3.1 oz) with battery
Bigblue category: Tech backup

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Frequently Asked Questions?

What’s the difference from the AL1300NP?

The switch. The AL1300NPT’s push button is on the tail, while the AL1300NP’s is on the body. Output, beam, burn times and depth rating are the same. The NPT is a little longer (152.2 mm vs 139.8 mm) and heavier (189 g vs 168 g).

Is it good on a helmet?

Bigblue calls the tail switch a helmet favorite. For mounting, Bigblue lists its NP Ball Joint Connector, a clip with a 1-inch ball joint, as an option for this light.

How long does it take to charge?

Bigblue suggests 3–4 hours for the 18650 battery with the included USB charger.

Can I use it for fluoro?

Yes. Bigblue’s FDKNP33 FluoroDive kit fits the AL1300NPT, and so does its FILREDNP red filter. Both are sold separately.

How deep can I take it?

Bigblue tests the AL1300NPT to 150 meters (492 ft).

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