SureFire EDCL1-T vs ThruNite TC15 V3 size comparison
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 7.7 mm (0.30 in) longer than the SureFire EDCL1-T, and 1.6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 7.7 mm (0.30 in) longer than the SureFire EDCL1-T, and 1.6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | ThruNite TC15 V3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 114.3 mm (4.50 in) | 122 mm (4.80 in)+7.7 mm |
| Head / width | 28.6 mm (1.12 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)−1.6 mm |
| Body | — | 23 mm (0.91 in) |
| Weight | 93.6 g with battery | 74 g listed |
| Battery | CR123A | 18650 |
| Max output | 500 lm | 2,403 lm |
| Throw | — | 223 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists W 27 x H 23 mm |
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EDCL1-T vs TC15 V3: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 7.7 mm (6%). At its widest point the ThruNite TC15 V3 is 1.6 mm slimmer (27 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is rated brighter: 2,403 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 381% more.
Battery
The SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a CR123A cell is about 17 × 34.5 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the SureFire EDCL1-T was $215.00 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $155.01 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 SureFire EDCL1-T if you want a shorter light (7.7 mm shorter). Choose the ThruNite TC15 V3 if you want a slimmer profile (1.6 mm narrower) and more output (2,403 lm vs 500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDCL1-T vs TC15 V3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the SureFire EDCL1-T or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 7.7 mm (6%). At its widest point the ThruNite TC15 V3 is 1.6 mm slimmer (27 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the SureFire EDCL1-T or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is rated brighter: 2,403 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the SureFire EDCL1-T, 381% more.
Which is cheaper, the SureFire EDCL1-T or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the SureFire EDCL1-T was $215.00 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $155.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the SureFire EDCL1-T and ThruNite TC15 V3 use the same battery?
The SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a CR123A cell is about 17 × 34.5 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- SureFire EDCL1-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $215.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TC15 V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $59.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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