Coast XPH30R
Published · Researched 2026-09-21
Identifier: Coast XPH30R rechargeable dual-power headlamp (MPN 30325, UPC 015286303349) — 1000-lm generation (subject of this dossier). | Lineup note: Coast's professional XPH-series mid-size workhorse. Generation warning: 1200-lm and 1500-lm XPH30R variants appear in current listings with different beams, batteries, and prices — verify the exact SKU/output before buying (see Buying traps).
All prices and spec claims dated 2026-09-20.
Lineup & lineage (2023–2026)
The XPH30R is Coast's mid-size professional headlamp. The documented 1000-lm generation (MPN 30325): aluminum body, PURE BEAM + TWIST FOCUS optic, detachable magnetic light, ZX850 Zithion-X rechargeable (USB-C) or CR123 backup. Newer 1200-lm listings (185 m, dual-power with alkalines) and 1500-lm listings exist but their full specs and relationship to the 1000-lm model are UNVERIFIED — treat them as separate SKUs until confirmed.
Overview
A 1000-lumen (turbo) professional headlamp with a twist-focus optic transitioning between Ultra View flood and Bulls-Eye spot. The aluminum light body rolls in its bracket for directional aiming, detaches to become a handheld flashlight, and has a magnetic tail cap plus real-time battery indicator. Hardhat compatible.
Complete specs (1000-lm generation, MPN 30325)
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Max output | 1000 lm (Turbo); 4 modes: Turbo/High/Med/Low (40–1000 lm) |
| Beam distance | Up to 165 m (some listings: 367 ft high / 207 ft med / 101 ft low — unit inconsistency UNVERIFIED) |
| Weight | 3.35 oz / 95 g with battery; 3.14 oz / 89 g without |
| Battery | ZX850 Zithion-X rechargeable (charging cable included) or CR123 lithium (separate) |
| Runtime | 7 h 45 min at full power (per spec sheet) |
| Body | Aluminum, dust-resistant, storm proof |
| Water rating | IP54 |
| Features | PURE BEAM + TWIST FOCUS; magnetic tail cap; detachable handheld; battery-life indicator; hardhat clips; hinged tilt |
Prices (2026-09-20)
- $64.99 — Pine Mountain Hardware, Capri Tools (1000-lm and 1200-lm listings respectively).
- $59.16 — McCoy's (1000-lm).
- $86.90 — Fisher Scientific (1000-lm).
- $94.95 — Global Industrial CA (1000-lm).
- Inflated list reference $129.99 → $114.99 (GoSupps) — treat as unreliable.
Box contents / warranty / support & parts
- Headlamp, ZX850 Zithion-X battery, charging cable, instructions.
- Coast warranty: lifetime warranty against defects is Coast's stated policy — confirm current terms at purchase (UNVERIFIED exact terms).
Community verdict
Strong owner pulse among tradespeople and campers: metal construction, the magnetic detachable body, all-day work use, and responsive Coast support are the praises (Home Depot reviews). Recurring negatives: heavy on the forehead, charging-port failures, proprietary-battery confusion (ZX850 vs CR123), and turbo stepping down sharply. The 1200/1500-lm listing confusion frustrates buyers.
Durability & warranty-claim reality
The aluminum body survives job-site abuse better than plastic rivals; Coast's support gets consistently good marks from owners. Documented weak points: the charging port (failures reported) and the proprietary ZX850 battery (replacement cost/availability). Turbo step-down is thermal management, not a defect.
Year-by-year history
- 2023: 1000-lm XPH30R established in the XPH pro line.
- 2024: Unchanged; strong trades/camping crossover reputation.
- 2025: 1200-lm listings begin appearing.
- 2026: 1000-lm (MPN 30325) still widely listed; 1200-lm and 1500-lm variants in circulation — generation split UNVERIFIED.
Closest existing catalog rivals
- specs/fenix-hm65r-t.md — premium trail headlamp; the XPH30R's edge is the magnetic detachable body and work-light versatility.
- specs/black-diamond-spot-400-r.md — mainstream rechargeable; lighter but far less rugged.
- specs/biolite-headlamp-800-pro.md — slim rechargeable; the XPH30R is the work-site alternative.
Care
Keep the charging port clean and dry; don't force the twist-focus past its stops; store with the ZX850 at partial charge.
Buying traps
- SKU/output trap: 1000-lm vs 1200-lm vs 1500-lm listings are different products — verify MPN 30325 and 1000 lm if you want this dossier's model.
- Proprietary ZX850 battery: confirm replacement availability before depending on it for expeditions.
- Turbo is a burst in practice; sustained output is lower.
Additional community voices
- Work-trade forums treat it as a buy-it-for-work light, with Coast support stories that read like loyalty marketing.
- Campers like the detachable magnetic body for tent/truck-hood use.
Spec gap-fill
Beam-distance unit conflict (feet vs meters across listings) — UNVERIFIED. 1200/1500-lm variant specs — UNVERIFIED. Exact current Coast warranty terms — UNVERIFIED.
Images
- images/coast-xph30r-1.jpg — studio 3/4: COAST logo, red ring
- images/coast-xph30r-2.jpg — PRIMARY full studio
- images/coast-xph30r-3.jpg — side studio: USB port, COAST band
- images/coast-xph30r-4.jpg — studio front 3/4, red ring
- images/coast-xph30r-5.jpg — with USB-C cable + RECHARGEABLE badge
- images/coast-xph30r-6.jpg — lifestyle: lit, on log, mode/runtime table
All six verified 2026-09-20 (XPH30R generation). Manifest: images/IMAGES-lighting-r3.md.
Research footer
Researched 2026-09-20. Sources: Pine Mountain Hardware, Global Industrial, Fisher Scientific, McCoy's, Capri Tools, Interline Hardware (specs/pricing); Home Depot (community reviews). Generation conflict explicitly bannered.
Sources
- Home Depot reviews — retrieval date not recorded