CR123 batteries for torches

[Packhorse]

I disagree with Packhorse...it is unlikely you will damage it using rechargeables. It is a regulated circuit.

Why don't you email the manufacturers and ask them?

Notice I said "unlikely," while Packhorse writes as if he knows for sure. Until you know from trying you cannot give advice with such certainty.

Have you actually used/ disassembled a IST T09?
I have. I have also brought 2 damaged T09s. The damage was done by using "3.6 volt" cells instead of the recommended 3 volt cells.
There is no regulation except for a surface mount resistor.

I did not state the Intova was the same. I simply suggest you check first. Im not sure why you would disagree with this suggestion.

 

[Packhorse]

Why don't you email the manufacturers and ask them?

I wouldnt recommend this.
Check out the product page here

Count the errors.
Package says Cree. Description says Luxeon.
Also says 4.7 watt LED. Cree do not make a 4.7 watt LED.
If it is a 4.7 watt LED how can it run for 6 -8 hours 28-37 watt hours while it only has
18 watt hours of batteries (3volt x 1500ma x 2 batteries)?

More info here