The foundation of the PAL system is a simple LED cube with integrated battery. Though it's small at 2 x 2 x 1.2 in (5 x 5 x 3 cm), the light replaces the single button of other flashlights and headlamps with four tactile buttons for individually controlling on/off power, brightness, flood/spot modes, and SOS activation. This four-button layout is designed to make for quicker, more intuitive control as compared to cycling through all those options with a button or two.
While we're sure the PAL base unit can fill some roles on its own, the need for a pocket-sized LED cube will likely be limited. So 33 Parallel has developed a series of accessories designed to transform this basic light head into more familiar lighting tools. It's already developed a flashlight handle with integrated life-extending battery, a bike mount and a headlamp strap.
