Hi all
Following my tool-free Umbilical thread I thought I'd look into getting some simple plugs made that can easily convert either cheap DX torches or Maglites to an umbilical head.
I've had a quote for £20 each to get a plug made out of aluminium, threaded internally for an M16x1.5 Agro and externally to fit a Maglite or Chinese torch (based on rough sizes, if everyone wanted a Chinese torch plug we'd have to chose the specific model to make sure the diameter/thread was right) with 2 grooves for orings if possible.
I like the look of DX SKU 140986 - £40 for a head host isn't too bad I don't think, plus, if your can fails, you can still convert it to a normal 18650 torch.
This is a quote based on 10 plugs, should be less if more are ordered. PnP shouldn't be too much and I can try to ship as gifts or samples.
I chose alu to help with heatsinking and sealing, delrin is possbile and maybe cheaper but doesn't offer the same benefits.
If anyone's interested let me know what you'd prefer and I'll do some more digging.
Cheers
Following my tool-free Umbilical thread I thought I'd look into getting some simple plugs made that can easily convert either cheap DX torches or Maglites to an umbilical head.
I've had a quote for £20 each to get a plug made out of aluminium, threaded internally for an M16x1.5 Agro and externally to fit a Maglite or Chinese torch (based on rough sizes, if everyone wanted a Chinese torch plug we'd have to chose the specific model to make sure the diameter/thread was right) with 2 grooves for orings if possible.
I like the look of DX SKU 140986 - £40 for a head host isn't too bad I don't think, plus, if your can fails, you can still convert it to a normal 18650 torch.
This is a quote based on 10 plugs, should be less if more are ordered. PnP shouldn't be too much and I can try to ship as gifts or samples.
I chose alu to help with heatsinking and sealing, delrin is possbile and maybe cheaper but doesn't offer the same benefits.
If anyone's interested let me know what you'd prefer and I'll do some more digging.
Cheers
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