Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp — DARK OLIVE

Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp

The Dual-Fuel version of the Spot 400 for hikers and climbers who want the same 400-lumen output and PowerTap performance as the Spot 400-R with the added flexibility to run on standard AAA batteries when recharging isn't an option. The Spot 400 adds IPX8 waterproofing over the Spot 400-R for the most demanding conditions.

Why We Carry It
It's the Spot we recommend for backcountry travelers and international expeditioners who want the full Spot 400 feature set with the backup option of standard batteries on long trips far from power sources.

Highlights

• Dual-Fuel compatibility — Runs on three standard AAA batteries included out of the box or the BD 1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery sold separately. Maximum flexibility for remote trips and international travel where recharging isn't always possible but resupply is.
• 400 lumen max output with 100-meter beam distance — The same powerful output as the Spot 400-R for trail navigation, technical climbing approaches, and demanding terrain in complete darkness. Three white modes from 6 to 400 lumens cover the full range of camp and trail use.
• IPX8 waterproof rating — Tested to operate at least 1.1 meters underwater for 30 minutes. A step up from the Spot 400-R's IP67 rating for the most demanding wet conditions. Completely dry out the battery compartment after submersion.
• PowerTap Technology — Tap the side of the headlamp from any setting to instantly jump to full 400-lumen output without cycling through modes in the dark or with gloved hands.
• Brightness Memory — Remembers your last brightness setting and returns to it on the next click without reverting to full power. A practical detail that eliminates the blinding full-bright flash in a dark tent or on a summit.
• Proximity and distance lighting modes with second switch — Optimized beam patterns for close-range camp tasks and long-range navigation. The secondary switch makes switching fast and intuitive without fumbling.
• Red night vision with dimming and strobe — Activates directly without cycling through white modes first. Preserves dark adaptation for stargazing, tent reading, and technical situations where night vision matters.
• Patented digital lockout — Prevents accidental activation in a pack or pocket. Essential on multi-day trips where a dead headlamp at the wrong moment is a real problem.
• Six-setting three-LED battery meter — Tracks remaining power precisely regardless of which battery type you're running so you're never caught off guard on a long approach or alpine start.
• 200 to 225-hour low mode runtime — Exceptional endurance on low across both battery types for sustained multi-day use in the mountains.
• 72 to 86-gram weight — Lighter with the BD 1500 battery than with AAA batteries. Competitive weight for a Dual-Fuel headlamp with this level of output and waterproofing.
• 3-year Black Diamond warranty — Backed by BD's standard warranty on a headlamp built and tested by people who use them in the mountains.

Best for

Hikers, climbers, and backcountry travelers who want the full Spot 400 feature set with Dual-Fuel flexibility and IPX8 waterproofing for demanding conditions and remote trips where recharging isn't always an option. A strong upgrade from the Spot 400-R for anyone who spends serious time in the mountains and wants maximum flexibility in their power source.