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Sold/Expired E-series xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
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kellyglanzer
Enlightened
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
I'll take one Warm: Q2 flux 90 CRI 3000K 7B tint with shipping to Canada. Please let me know if you need extra for that?
PP payment awaiting quote.
regards
Kelly
I'll take one Warm: Q2 flux 90 CRI 3000K 7B tint with shipping to Canada. Please let me know if you need extra for that?
PP payment awaiting quote.
regards
Kelly
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
Here's the
sign to complete my order.
Here's the
sign to complete my order.
LEDAdd1ct
Flashlight Enthusiast
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
"I will begin building orders in the order they are placed, please allow up to 2 weeks from the time the order is placed until shipment of the order."
Quick question:
Do you begin building as parts come in, or only when the entire "wave" is full?
LEDAdd1ct
"I will begin building orders in the order they are placed, please allow up to 2 weeks from the time the order is placed until shipment of the order."
Quick question:
Do you begin building as parts come in, or only when the entire "wave" is full?
LEDAdd1ct
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
Good question: I begin making the drop-ins as soon as I receive the order, the wave limit of 20 is just there in case there was a rush of orders, so I wouldn't be in over my head. It may take up to ~2 weeks (for seahunt it has been just over two weeks but they should be ready tomorrow) to finish them, but hopefully less time. I will try to anticipate demand but for now I am ordering parts as the orders come in. This is inefficient, but until I get an idea of how many of each tint to order it is the best way I think, and it allows for some customization such as the request for a single mode driver. If demand continues, I will extend the wave once I have shipped the first several on the list.
I will post here when I ship your order, as well as PM you with tracking information once I have it for your shipment.
-Jon
Good question: I begin making the drop-ins as soon as I receive the order, the wave limit of 20 is just there in case there was a rush of orders, so I wouldn't be in over my head. It may take up to ~2 weeks (for seahunt it has been just over two weeks but they should be ready tomorrow) to finish them, but hopefully less time. I will try to anticipate demand but for now I am ordering parts as the orders come in. This is inefficient, but until I get an idea of how many of each tint to order it is the best way I think, and it allows for some customization such as the request for a single mode driver. If demand continues, I will extend the wave once I have shipped the first several on the list.
I will post here when I ship your order, as well as PM you with tracking information once I have it for your shipment.
-Jon
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LEDAdd1ct
Flashlight Enthusiast
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
I think this is good business for several reasons:
1) You don't get overwhelmed with a ton of orders
2) You don't have people's money for a long time with no product to show
3) It allows you to put more energy into "getting things right" instead of focusing on pumping out product
I think this is good business for several reasons:
1) You don't get overwhelmed with a ton of orders
2) You don't have people's money for a long time with no product to show
3) It allows you to put more energy into "getting things right" instead of focusing on pumping out product
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
I agree. Time will tell, but I thought a lot about it and this is what I came up with. As it is I will still feel much better if I can further reduce the time between payment and delivery. As time goes on if demand continues I may be able to predict how many of each emitter to stock. Lots to learn.
I agree. Time will tell, but I thought a lot about it and this is what I came up with. As it is I will still feel much better if I can further reduce the time between payment and delivery. As time goes on if demand continues I may be able to predict how many of each emitter to stock. Lots to learn.
kellyglanzer
Enlightened
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
Sorry bro. I have to withdraw this for now.
Kelly
Sorry bro. I have to withdraw this for now.
Kelly
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
Ok, here are a few pics of the final production version of the drop-in. I would also like to mention a few more details about the design:
The height of the emitter has been carefully optimized to achieve a uniform hotspot, with no donut-hole. The hotspot is large with a fairly well defined border, and nice even spill. The beam is floody, more so than the incandescent lamp this light comes with. I have included beamshots, however it should be obvious that my little canon powershot is less than ideal for clear pictures.
Concerning heat, this drop-in has never become uncomfortably warm during use at 1.4 amps, although the longest I have run the copper version is for ~10 minutes. The slip fit of the drop-in into the body tube appears to conduct heat from the drop-in reasonably well, although I recommend using thermal grease around the heatsink where it inserts into the body in order to maximize the heat transfer. The fit should just allow a thin layer of thermal compound to exist between the surfaces.
I am also offering epoxy potting of the driver for durability if desired. I don't do this automatically because I like the idea of being able to upgrade/replace drivers and emitters if needed, however I will be happy to pot the driver in arctic alumina if desired.
Ok, here are a few pics of the final production version of the drop-in. I would also like to mention a few more details about the design:
The height of the emitter has been carefully optimized to achieve a uniform hotspot, with no donut-hole. The hotspot is large with a fairly well defined border, and nice even spill. The beam is floody, more so than the incandescent lamp this light comes with. I have included beamshots, however it should be obvious that my little canon powershot is less than ideal for clear pictures.
Concerning heat, this drop-in has never become uncomfortably warm during use at 1.4 amps, although the longest I have run the copper version is for ~10 minutes. The slip fit of the drop-in into the body tube appears to conduct heat from the drop-in reasonably well, although I recommend using thermal grease around the heatsink where it inserts into the body in order to maximize the heat transfer. The fit should just allow a thin layer of thermal compound to exist between the surfaces.
I am also offering epoxy potting of the driver for durability if desired. I don't do this automatically because I like the idea of being able to upgrade/replace drivers and emitters if needed, however I will be happy to pot the driver in arctic alumina if desired.
euroken
Flashlight Enthusiast
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
I'll take one three mode (L-M-H) Warm: Q2 flux 90 CRI 3000K 7B tint.
PP and PM sent!
I'll take one three mode (L-M-H) Warm: Q2 flux 90 CRI 3000K 7B tint.
PP and PM sent!
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LEDAdd1ct
Flashlight Enthusiast
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
When I get my E2E body, can I mail it to you so you can craft the dropin to fit "just right?" You could custom tailor it to the body, and mail the tube back when you complete the dropin. I would include the serial number printed on the tube so you know who it belongs to.
When I get my E2E body, can I mail it to you so you can craft the dropin to fit "just right?" You could custom tailor it to the body, and mail the tube back when you complete the dropin. I would include the serial number printed on the tube so you know who it belongs to.
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
LEDadd1ct,
Sure, I can fit the heatsink to your battery tube if you send it to me. I didn't list that as an option as I didn't think it would be attractive to anyone, however if I have the light body I can ensure the best possible fit. I may not be able to do this indefinitely, but for now the pace is gentle enough that I can keep track.
If anyone else wants to go this route, please let me know.
LEDadd1ct,
Sure, I can fit the heatsink to your battery tube if you send it to me. I didn't list that as an option as I didn't think it would be attractive to anyone, however if I have the light body I can ensure the best possible fit. I may not be able to do this indefinitely, but for now the pace is gentle enough that I can keep track.
If anyone else wants to go this route, please let me know.
Re: E1E xpg drop-in with 1.4 amp 3-mode driver and copper heatsink
They're coming along steadily. I've posted updates to the original post, and there are pictures of the copper production version later in the thread. All materials have arrived for all of the orders placed so far, and I am on schedule to finish orders within the two week timeframe of when they were placed.
They're coming along steadily. I've posted updates to the original post, and there are pictures of the copper production version later in the thread. All materials have arrived for all of the orders placed so far, and I am on schedule to finish orders within the two week timeframe of when they were placed.
