
What Is the Wuben × NAYICI E8?
Who Is NAYICI?
NAYICI (南樱旗) is a high-end creative brand specializing in metal mechanical designs, operating under the MUYI group. They are renowned for their distinctive industrial minimalist style, precision structures, and use of premium materials such as titanium alloy, zirconium alloy, stainless steel, and PEI.
As a phenomenon within China’s mechanical EDC community, their signature works include metal spinners, sliders, fingertip decompressors, and desktop art pieces — all combining collectible value with interactive appeal.
This collaboration with Wuben marks NAYICI’s first venture into the flashlight industry, infusing their mechanical artistry into practical EDC equipment.
Brand Influence and Sales Data
Core Social Media Impact (Key Platforms Highlight)
Douyin (China’s TikTok)
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Followers: 677,000+
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Likes: 6.11 million+
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Several videos have exceeded one million views, focusing on product showcases and mechanical dissections
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The primary platform fueling NAYICI’s new product promotions and sales surges

Xiaohongshu (RedNote)
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Followers: 10,500+
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Likes and comments interaction: 72,800+
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Covers core EDC audiences, design lovers, and collectors
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Content tone leans towards lifestyle, emphasizing "product recommendations," "design inspiration," and "desktop aesthetics"

Why Collaborate with NAYICI?
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Precisely engineered mechanical shell structure
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Materials: PEI and titanium alloy, lightweight, heat-resistant, and impact-resistant
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Innovative light source combo: 1300 lumens main beam + 365nm ultraviolet light
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Interchangeable side scales, offering toy-like modularity and playfulness
What Makes This Flashlight So Special?
Premium PEI Material
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High Heat Resistance — Built to perform under stress
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Impact Toughness — Survives drops, bumps, daily wear
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Unique Aesthetic — The translucent amber glow is unlike any flashlight you've seen
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Lightweight — Carry without bulk

Unpacking – What’s in the Box?
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1 × Wuben × NAYICI E8 flashlight (with yellow PEI shell)
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1 × 14500 rechargeable Li-ion battery (920mAh)
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1 × USB-C charging cable
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1 × Lanyard
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1 × User manual
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1 × Warranty card

Technical Parameters
Brightness Modes & Runtime
Mode Brightness Runtime |
High 350-1300 lumens 1 min+1.5 hours
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Medium 150 lumens 5.5 hours
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Low 10 lumens 37 hours
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UV Light 2W(365nm) 5.5 hours
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Charging & Battery
Feature | Wuben | Others |
Battery Type | Includes rechargeable 14500 Li-ion battery | May include low-quality or no battery |
Compatibility | Also supports AA or Alkaline AA as backup | Limited or inconsistent compatibility |
Charging Port | USB-C for fast and reliable charging | Often lacks modern charging ports |
Protection | ✅ 4-Level Protection: Overcharge, Over-discharge, Short-circuit, Overcurrent | ❌ Often no protection — risk of damage or hazard |
Cell Quality | ✅ 100% new, high-quality battery cells | ❌ Recycled or low-grade cells with safety risks |
Output Stability | ✅ Stable output and reliable performance | ❌ Unstable output, may damage flashlight |
Battery Indicator | ✅ Tail switch with real-time charging status | ❌ Usually not included |
Core Safety | ✅ Explosion-proof and leak-proof premium core | ❌ No guarantee of core safety |
Max Runtime | Up to 37 hours on Low mode | Varies, often less due to battery inefficiency |

User Interface & Functionality
Operations
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Power On/Off: Press the tail button once to turn the light on or off
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Brightness Switch: While ON, half-press the tail button to cycle through:
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Low → Medium → High → UV Light
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Memory Function: Remembers the last-used brightness setting
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UV Safety Note: UV mode auto turns off after 2 minutes to protect user and LED lifespan
LED System
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Main LEDs: Dual SST-36F (5000K neutral white)
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Max Output: 1300 lumens
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UV LED: Single SST-10 UV LED, 365nm wavelength, 2W
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Beam Distance: 109 meters
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Candela: 3000cds

Design & Build
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Body Material: Aerospace-grade Aluminum Alloy + Titanium ring
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Waterproof Rating: IP68 (2 meters underwater for 1 hour)
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Drop Resistance: 1.5 meters
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Dimensions: 90.5mm × 26mm × 26mm (3.56in × 1.02in × 1.02in)
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Weight:
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60.6g / 2.14oz (without battery)
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80.6g / 2.84oz (with battery)
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Tail Loop: Integrated for keychain or carabiner carry
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Ergonomics: Smooth surface, minimalist form, extremely comfortable in hand

Kickstarter Launch Details
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Launch Date: July 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM EDT
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Pricing Tiers:
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Super Early Bird (1 unit): $44.9 – Limited to 300 units
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Super Early Bird (2 units): $89.8 – Limited to 200 units
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Early Bird (1 unit): $49.9 – No limit
Add-On Options
Item | Price |
14500 USB-C Battery | $8/pc |
M4 Ring | $1.5/pc |
E8 Shell - Pink (x3) | $2/set |
E8 Shell - Blue (x3) | $2/set |
E8 Shell - Glow White (x3) | $2/set |

Stretch Goal:

FAQs
Final Thoughts: This Is More Than a Flashlight
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