Magnetic slide control spearfishing dive light.
It has high effective light in hole hunting, lobstering, night diving or even in muddy water. Its tiny body makes spearfishing underwater more flexible.
• Max output 1000lm, runtime 2.5hrs
• Magnetic slide switch, with a spare one to replace
• 7-degree spot beam angle and 285m beam throw
• Cree XP-L2 LED & CCT 5500-6500K
• Compact size ( 15.9cm long)
• Aluminum alloy AL6063 housing
• Waterproof rating 100m underwater
• Multiple protections for diving safety
Parameters
| Model | DS1 |
| ANSI | High ↔ Low |
| Luminance | 1000lm ↔ 20lm |
| Runtime | 2.5hrs ↔ 50hrs |
| LED | Imported high-power LED |
| Beam Throw | 285m |
| Beam Angle | 7° |
| Max. Intensity | 20300cd |
| Impact Resistant | 1.5m |
| Waterproof | Underwater 100m |
| Size | Φ45mm(head)×Φ29mm(body)×159mm(length) |
| Net Weight | 188g (battery excluded) |
Notes:
1. Above-mentioned parameters (tested by using XTAR 1 x 21700 4900mAh) are approximate and may differ depending on battery and environment.
2. Working Voltage: 2.75–4.2V.
FAQ for XTAR DS1 Dive Light
The DS1 features a magnetic slide switch that moves smoothly along the body, adjusting output from 20 to 1000 lumens without discrete steps. Unlike click-through modes (High-Medium-Low-Strobe) that create jarring brightness jumps, the stepless design allows precise matching to ambient conditions. Slide forward for maximum output when scanning open water; pull back to minimum when approaching fish in holes or caves. The magnetic mechanism is sealed and pressure-rated, functioning reliably at depth with gloved hands.
Stepped modes (100%→50%→25%) create abrupt brightness changes that startle fish and trigger escape responses. The DS1's stepless dimming allows the hunter to reduce output imperceptibly as they close distance, maintaining target calm. For aquaculture harvesting, this translates to reduced cortisol spikes and physical injuries in farmed stock. The ability to hold any brightness level between 20–1000 lumens provides situational flexibility that stepped-mode lights cannot match.
The DS1's magnetic slide is sealed within the anodized aluminum body—there is no external track or groove where sand, silt, or salt crystals can accumulate. The internal magnet couples through the housing wall to the external slider, eliminating wear points. In saltwater environments, rinse the light with fresh water after dives and operate the slide several times to flush any residual minerals.
Yes. The DS1 is particularly popular for lobstering and crab hunting in rocky reef environments. The 7° beam (285m throw) illuminates crevices and under ledges where crustaceans shelter, while the stepless dimming prevents startling targets during extraction. The compact form factor maneuvers easily in tight spaces where larger canister lights are cumbersome. For night lobstering, pair the DS1 with an SD2 beacon for surface visibility and buddy tracking.
The DH1 1600 offers higher output (1600 vs 1000 lumens), longer throw (355m vs 285m), and mechanical locking—ideal for open-water scanning and long-distance hole hunting. The DS1 1000 prioritizes control with stepless magnetic dimming, making it superior for close-quarters work where brightness modulation matters more than raw output. Choose the DH1 for maximum reach and lockout security; choose the DS1 for precision control and variable conditions. Many serious spearfishers carry both: DH1 for scouting, DS1 for the approach and shot.
