Will this function with a AA cell in an emergency?

I don’t think so because the Amazon description says it has a “built-in” rechargeable battery. Though, the spec table says it uses 2 AA cells which is silly because the whole flashlight is barely bigger than 1 AA. The only part that unscrews is the head which only unscrews enough to expose the USB-C charging port. If anything else unscrews it would take more force than I am willing to give.

Will this actually stay in turbo mode for - full 2.8 minutes ?

I just tested mine it stays turbo about 2.5min then steps down a bit was at 3.20 and it only dropped a tad maybe 40/50lumens. I don’t think it’s 450 like advertised. I have a microstream usb and it’s brighter then that but I’d say 300-350 probably. Still very light and didn’t get that hot on turbo for 3+ min. Definitely can’t go wrong for $20. The size to brightness is definitely worth

What kind of battery does this use? Thanks

This light has a built in Lithium Ion ThruNite battery. You are not able to replace it; it has to be charged by a USB-C cable. The head of the light (at the lense) will turn to expose the charging port. ‎ThruNite battery *1(Built-in), USB-C Charging Cable *1, Pocket clip *1

How do you tell the state of charge?

I don't believe there is a way to do so. I click it on each day before I pocket it to take it to work. If it shines, I continue on. If it doesn't, I plug it in and grab another pocket flashlight for the day.

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🔦 Light Up Your Every Move — Compact, Powerful, Unstoppable!

BRILLIANT BEAM - SST20 LED delivers a sharp, cool white light with a max output of 405 lumens and 87 meters reach.
VERSATILE CARRY - Dual-direction pocket clip clips securely to hats, pants, or backpacks for hands-free convenience.
POCKET POWERHOUSE - Ultra-compact 3.26-inch design fits effortlessly in your pocket or clipped to gear.
SMART LOCKOUT MODE - Prevent accidental activation with intuitive lock/unlock tail switch control.
ALL DAY ILLUMINATION - Up to 7.5 hours runtime on low mode keeps you lit through long adventures or emergencies.

The ThruNite Archer Mini is a sleek, lightweight EDC flashlight featuring a high-performance SST20 LED that outputs up to 405 lumens with an 87-meter beam. Its built-in rechargeable battery charges via USB-C, offering up to 7.5 hours of runtime on low mode. Designed with a smart lockout tail switch and a dual-direction pocket clip, it’s engineered for seamless everyday carry, outdoor adventures, and emergency readiness.

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Brand	ThruNite
Manufacturer	ThruNite
Product Dimensions	1.63 x 1.35 x 8.28 cm; 34 g
Batteries	2 AA batteries required. (included)
Item model number	Archer Mini Black CW
Part Number	Archer Mini Cool White
Number of Items	1
Style	Compact
Colour	White
Shape	Pen
Material	Aluminum
Finish types	White
Number of Lights	1
Included Components	Battery, Pocket clip 1, USB-C Charging Cable 1
Voltage	2.75 Volts
Specific Uses	‎‎Camping, Hiking, Dog Walking, Hunting, Boating, Patrolling, Working, Runing, Power Outages, Emergency, Inspection, Repair
Special features	Lightweight
Power and Plug Description:	Battery Powered
Batteries included?	Yes
Batteries Required?	Yes
Certification	RoHS
Type of Bulb	LED
Luminous Flux	405 Lumen
Item Weight	34 g
Guaranteed software updates until	unknown

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