Being a warm hearted guy, I'm kinda scared that a W1 would end up collecting dust on the shelf (it would have plenty of company!). When something warmer than 6500k becomes available in a W1 I'll be all over it. And while we're on the subject, what is the temp on the XPG2 PDT that I ordered? I...
Right, I have a couple of de-domed VN lights and they are definitely warmer (yellower) than stock. So I'm guessing the PDT is de-domed straight from CREE. Neat.
Thanks for the input Mad777. I think I'll get an XPG2 PDT as well as another in a 4000k flavor. I don't see the throw and lux numbers for the SST20 listed anywhere. How does it compare to the 4000k XPL HI? Which would y'all go with and why? I really think the XPG2 PDT would be perfect for...
I'm interested in the XPG2 PDT due to the added throw but I have a question. Is it available in a 4000k or warmer? Also, is the copper/titanium version still available and does anyone have a picture of it? Thanks.
I've been using the D1s for a couple of years at least and always charge to 4.35v. I use them at a variety of currents from firefly mode on my Zebralights all the way up to about 5.5a in one of my HID lights. I've noticed no degradation in performance so far. AWESOME cells, IMO.
Just to summarize why I think this light does not and should not replace the SC52.
The SC5...
1. is larger.
2. is FAR heavier. I mean, it's 45% heavier than an SC62! (sans battery)
3. will be a pocket shredder and more difficult to take in and out of pocket. This is a major shortcoming to...
I agree, Chris G. When I'm loading 4 18650 cells in series into my Firefox IV I want to KNOW for a fact that they are top quality cells. Using LG's awesome D1 cells in this light at the moment.
Take a look at the LG D1. I can't find a cell that holds it's voltage under a 3-5a load as well as this one that can match the capacity of this cell.
Notice above that I said "...in some ways..." Not in all ways. There are certainly cells with higher capacity and other cells that can deliver...
Ok, I retested the FF4 using LG 18650D1 cells at 4.25v/cell (they can be charged to 4.35v but I don't have a means to do so yet) and got 402k at 10m. No doubt, the protected Panasonic B cells were holding it back a bit. I'll try again when I can fully charge these cells. I also believe that...