Maglite Serial Number
With the D-cell lights, the serial number also indicates the type of LED inside. If the serial number begins with DLXXXXXXXXX, it is either Cree XP-E or Luxeon Rebel. If the serial number begins with DXXXXXXXXXX, it is the Luxeon III. Also, if the packaging mentions interchangeability with incandescent bulbs, then it is the Luxeon III. A new 3D is around a 48,000,000 serial which means Maglite has produced around 48,000,000 3Ds as of this post date. Mag Instrument will actually tell you the date a light was produced based on this serial number although I have a Quick Dating Guide that will give you a rough idea without having to go through Mag.
Maglite D Cell (begin w/ D in Serial Number) Tailcap Assembly - Flange Bulb. Product Pricing $18.95 Product Specifications. Product Information: MSRP: $33.56: Product Description Complete Tailcap Assembly for D Cell Maglite Flashlights that begin with a 'D' in the serial number that contain a flange base bulb. Maglite Model Numbers We offer a complete and comprehensive product line of high quality Maglite flashlight replacement batteries. Our Maglite flashlight batteries are designed to be fully compatible with the original equipment. I've noticed it doesn't have that strange logo on it next to the word 'Maglite', and California is shortened to 'Calif.' On it instead of 'CA'. The serial number on the side also doesn't have any letters in it. Does anyone have any idea exactly how old this model might be?
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Images and Diagram of the MagLite Rechargeable Flashlight System Components
Version 1 Connectors >< Version 2 Connectors
Image of the MagLite Adapter Conversion Cables Accessory
(with legends to determine version numbers of charger adapters and cradles)
Maglite Serial Number Breakdown
Description
This powerful rechargeable flashlight is both shock- and water-resistant.
Bright, adjustable focus beam. Durable, anodized aluminum alloy body.
MagLite flashlights are made with pride and craftsmanship in the U.S.A.
Versatile recharging system, for both household and automotive use.
One of the most exquisitely engineered flashlights known to mankind.
Over one foot long, and weighing-in at two pounds, a solid performer.
Check the Accessories section below for the powerful TerraLUX brand LED
upgrade modules for your MagLites, and for a broad assortment of genuine
MagLite spare parts including lenses, batteries, charger adapters & cradles.
The electrical connectors used to attach charger adapters and cradles have
been updated for 2008 and later models of the MagLite Rechargeable flash-
light systems. Version 1 and Version 2 adapters and cradles are not directly
compatible, but can be easily connected together with an available optional
conversion cable set. Check the accessory listings below for version details.
New for 2010, the updated MagCharger flashlight now has a more powerful
NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery, with up to 34% more storage capacity
than their earlier (more environmentally toxic) Nickel Cadmium battery. The
two battery types are interchangeable between old & new flashlight models.
Got Bulbs? See our detailed ordering page for MagLite Replacement Bulbs.
The bulbs page also lists Performance Specifications for all MagLite models,
arranged in a convenient chart that lets you compare flashlight and bulb types.
Upgrade! Check the Accessories section below for the powerful TerraLUX
MiniStar 10 module for the MagLite Rechargeable flashlight. Powerful LED
delivers 200 lumens, doubles battery time and eliminates bulb replacement.
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Mag Instrument maintains international trademarks and protected distribution channels in most
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This restriction applies only to MagLite brand products, but it does not limit our ability to export
accessories made for MagLite flashlights by other manufacturers (such as TerraLUX or NiteIze).