Lumapower M3 Transformer

[ernsanada]

I just got the Lumapower M3. Shipping to So Cal 4 days.

Machining is excellent.

Type III Anodize has no flaws.

Beam tint is very white.

CR123

1AA

2AA

Size comparsion's.

Left to right, Lumapower M3, Fenix L1D CE, Jet Beam MKIIX, Fenix L1P, Lumapower SSC-P4 F1, Jet Beam C-LE

Left to right, Lumapower M3, Fenix L1D CE, Jet Beam MKIIX, Lumapower SSC-P4 F1, Jet Beam C-LE

Lumapower M3 @ 75"

Fenix L1D CE @ 75"

Jet Beam MKIIX @ 75"

Lumapower SSC-P4 F1 @ 75"

Jet Beam C-LE @ 75"

Lumapower M3 @ 75" Stepped down exposure.

Fenix L1D CE @ 75" Stepped down exposure.

Jet Beam MKIIX @ 75" Stepped down exposure.

Lumapower SSC-P4 F1 @ 75" Stepped down exposure.

Jet Beam C-LE @ 75" Stepped down exposure.

 

[ernsanada]

Used freshly charged Duracell 2650mAh Rechargeable Batteries for beam shots. (All lights)

 

[gunga]

More feedback please!

What do you think of the UI? How about the levels with various cells?

I love the way Lumapower has set up the tubes with built in contacts. Yes, it makes the light bigger, but construction looks superb. Can't wait to get mine...

 

[coppertrail]

It looks like a very nice light, mine should be here Mon. or Tues . . .

 

[ernsanada]

More feedback please!

What do you think of the UI? How about the levels with various cells?

I love the way Lumapower has set up the tubes with built in contacts. Yes, it makes the light bigger, but construction looks superb. Can't wait to get mine...

I just got the M3. I haven't had much time with the light. It's still sunny outside but lucky I can take beam shots in my bedroom.

 

[qip]

now thats an edc collection now does everyone in your household know that those 6 tiny little lights are all together around $300 whats their reaction :laughing:

 

[ernsanada]

now thats an edc collection now does everyone in your household know that those 6 tiny little lights are all together around $300 whats their reaction :laughing:

Wow! I never paid attention to the costs. You should see how many more lights I have........My pocketbook say's OUCH!!!!!!!

I am single so I only answer to my bank account.

 

[ernsanada]

Size comparsion,

Left, LM303. Right, M3

 

[ernsanada]

My Lumapower Family

 

[Perfectionist]

Sweet collection dude !!

The M3 seems to be a great light ..... but I think I'm gonna pass as its WAY too big !!

 

[ernsanada]

GID O-Ring, Lens

GID, Rear Switch Rubber Cover

 

[adirondackdestroyer]

Wow! I never paid attention to the costs. You should see how many more lights I have........My pocketbook say's OUCH!!!!!!!

I am single so I only answer to my bank account.

Ersanada,

I have also noticed that you have one hell of a collection! It seems that everytime a new light comes out you are doing a review of it. :laughing:

Anyways I really like the M3, but it does seem rather large for a 1AA or 2AA light. Why is that? Is the reflector really deep or something?

 

[gunga]

Note how all the battery tubes seem to have a built in contact. I suspect that would add some extra length (say 0.5 - 1 cm).

Perhaps the switching module?

 

[ernsanada]

Size comparasion.

Left, M3. Right, LM303

Top. LM303. Bottom, M3

The M3 is longer because of the reflector and Cree module.

The reflector is housed in the "smooth section". The Cree module is the "knurled section"

The reflector and the Cree module is located in this section.

 

[Ty_Bower]

So, the head electronics are completely epoxy potted? I wonder why...

They give you two complete tailcap / switch assemblies? That's nice. I assumed the two stage reverse clicky / single stage tactical switch came as guts only, and they shared the same tailcap.

I'm eager to see the low mode in action. I use my light often when I wake up in the middle of the night. Even 10 lumens is too much - it'll make your night eyes hurt. Is the PWM noticeable on low? I can't stand flicker. Sixty Hz refresh on a 17" monitor makes me nauseous.

 

[ernsanada]

This shows how the batteries make contact on the Cree module.

Left, M3. Right, LM303

Top. M3. Right, LM303

 

[ernsanada]

2 different switch assemblies.

Left, Momentary on, twist on and off. Right, Reverse clickie, 2 positon switch.

Now it's very easy to swap out which switch you want to use.

 

[ernsanada]

So, the head electronics are completely epoxy potted? I wonder why...

They give you two complete tailcap / switch assemblies? That's nice. I assumed the two stage reverse clicky / single stage tactical switch came as guts only, and they shared the same tailcap.

I'm eager to see the low mode in action. I use my light often when I wake up in the middle of the night. Even 10 lumens is too much - it'll make your night eyes hurt. Is the PWM noticeable on low? I can't stand flicker. Sixty Hz refresh on a 17" monitor makes me nauseous.

I don't notice any flickering on low.

 

[Pumaman]

Just want to thank you for all your great reviews and pics. I have started to depend on your posts for the first look on many lights.

what is your opinion on the focus feature?

I like it but the size is an issue.

 

[ernsanada]

Just want to thank you for all your great reviews and pics. I have started to depend on your posts for the first look on many lights.

what is your opinion on the focus feature?

I like it but the size is an issue.

Thanks for reminding me I forgot about that feature.