The 2000 lumens, long awaited MJ-880 is finally here - brought to you first in the UK by Magicshine UK.   

Design The lighthead itself is suprisingly compact, approximately half the size of the MJ-816 and easily small enough to be helmet mounted. There are several new features about the design we really like including the new mounting system, the battery casing and the new style connectors. The switch is top mounted and very intuitive making it a cinch to use. Mounting The MJ-880 retains the hook system for this new design light but has a replacement for the 'O' ring system. 2 hooks at the front make attaching the single, Y design rubber strap even quicker than before. There's a single hook at the back and the rubber strap is adjustable, making it suitable for almost any size bars. The battery attaches in the same way with 2 chunky adjustable straps. Battery The battery is a chunky , 6 X 18650 cell ( 6600Ah lithium ion) design. Running time is a claimed 2.3 hours by the manufacturer and being so new, we haven't had the opportunity to verify this yet. The design of the connector from battery to light head is also improved, being more recessed than previously which should make it more impervious to water ingress. The battery, which clearly doesn't need a protective bag, is attached to the frame using 2 adjustable rubber straps. We haven't time to test the robustness of this design but have no reason to doubt it's effectiveness. NB: The charger supplied cannot be used with other batteries neither can any existing chargers or any other connectors be used with this battery. Beam We used the newly released MJ-816E which powers out at 1800 lumens as a comparison. While the MJ-816E is still the most versatile, in terms of brightness, it's fair to say the MJ-880 probably edges it in terms of overall brightness - probably by around 200 lumens! It doesn't have a wider or longer beam, just brighter. This is reflected in the price. To anyone new to Magicshine lights, the MJ-880 offers incredible power at a genuine low price. Operation The MJ-880 is a very easy light to use.  The clicky switch is top mounted and also illuminated by a colour coded LED which reflects the amount of charge remaining. Green = 100 - 70% Blue = 70 - 40% Red = 40 - 10% Flashing Red = less than 10% Pressing the left side of the switch starts the light on it's lowest setting (10%).  The click the right side to scroll through intermediate power levels (25%, 50%, 75% and 100%). To reduce power simply select the left side of the switch. If you wish to start at full power, just press the right hand side of the switch. To turn the light off, just press either side of the switch for approx 2 seconds. When the light head has been connected to the battery but not switched on, each light head emits a surprisingly bright green glow we think it's rather cool! The MJ-880 light also includes a circuit protection board  with over charge, over discharge and short circuit protection. In the event the light head surface gets too hot, the output will automatically be reduced. Whats in the box

• MJ-880 2000 lumens light head
• 6 cell 18650 lithium ion 6600Ah battery for extended run times
• UK charger
• Velcro cable tie to keep cables safe and out of harms way
• Full user manual including sections on mounting, light usage, battery care and tech specs.

 

In addition, Magicshine UK customers also receive:   Unique Magicshine UK 12 months no quibble warranty.

• Light Source: 2 X Cree XM-L LED
• Luminous flux: 2000 lumens (manufacturers claim)
• LED LIfespan: 50,000 hours
• Battery Pack: 6 X 18650 cells 8.4V/6.6Ah liuthium ion battery
• Charge time: 3.5 hours
• Run time: 2.3 hours (max output)
• High quality and high efficiency optical lens
• Top mounted button for easy operation
• New design rubber belt for easy mount and removal
• 6061 -T6 Aluminium alloy housing, anodised anti-abrasive finish
• Overheat protection, over charge protection and low battery warning
• Size: l = 58mm X W 49mm X H 45mm NB: The charger supplied cannot be used with other batteries neither can any existing chargers be used with this battery.

Magicshine UK offer a unique 12 month, no quibble warranty based on the belief  we should treat our customers the way we like to be treated.
 

 7 day exchange if you change your mind
 

• All we ask is that the item is returned in 'as new' condition with all accessories and the original box.

 

 12 month warranty on all goods.
 

•   Simply tell us what the problem is, quote your original invoice number (goods must have been purchased from www.magicshineuk.co.uk). If you can't find the invoice number, don't panic, just give Bonita a call on 0845 519 3677.
   

• We send out a replacement item
   
• All we ask is that you return the faulty item to us.

 

Magicshine UK:  leading the way when it comes to customer service!

 

Martin tomkinson

I've had the mj 872 for awhile now so I had no reservations about purchasing the latest light from magicshine. I've done a couple of rides with the mj 880 and it's brilliant, fabulous, extremely good when you've got most of its competitors 3 times more expensive making it the best light you'll ever buy. Just because it's cheaper than most please don't waste your hard earned on more expensive lights when I know these light are excellent value for money. Regards scoobymart Posted on 19/01/2012 18:30:00