SPY 007 XM-L Sales thread is CLOSED

[run4jc]

I see a trend occurring

:naughty: Perhaps....although I might still enjoy the "classic" finish on my next Spy.....:thinking:

How can one go wrong when perfection can be had in so many ways! :thumbsup:

 

[jojobos]

Email sent..

 

[murpharoo]

On it's way to the UK
Thanks Data

 

[shado]

Email sent :wave:

 

[shado]

Dave,

SPY 007 XM-L SWGG #625 arrived today :thumbsup: It's my first SWGG and I'm really impressed with how it fells in hand

Thanks
Todd

 

[davidhunternyc]

Re: SPY 007 XM-L Sales thread

Guys, what are the lumen ratings on the XM-L?

 

[Data]

Re: SPY 007 XM-L Sales thread

Guys, what are the lumen ratings on the XM-L?

The lumen rating is a very slippery slope. There are many threads here on CPF that explain the issues with the emitters, the light gathering, the variations in flashlight electronics and emitters and the number crunching. I do not get involved.

I only publish the true maximum RMS current that my converter puts out. Add that to the manufacturer stated efficiency of the emitter bin and you can get a ball park of emitter lumens. My reflector is as good as most and I use a standard crystal lens with no coating.


Cheers
Dave

 

[BenChiew]

Dave. Why does the pricing differ between the xpg and XML Spy 007?
Is there any other differences between the two other than the emitter difference.

 

[chipwillis]

The board in the XM-L is the same as the one in the Tri-V, so It cane run up to 3000, xp-g runs up to 1400.

 

[BenChiew]

The board in the XM-L is the same as the one in the Tri-V, so It cane run up to 3000, xp-g runs up to 1400.

Good point. Max drive for xpg is only 1.5amps as opposed to 3amps for XML.
Meaning the XML is much brighter when fully driven but runtime is greatly reduced.

 

[chipwillis]

I have one of each and the xm-l is a smoker.

 

[Data]

Good point. Max drive for xpg is only 1.5amps as opposed to 3amps for XML.
Meaning the XML is much brighter when fully driven but runtime is greatly reduced.

OK yeah, you could say that the runtime is reduced. But my real world experience is, as you're carrying and using the light on a daily basis, it spends a small percentage of its time at 3000 mA. So the actual runtime difference may not be so much. Its having the power when you need it but easily being able to dial in a more reasonable level that makes this work well.

Cheers
Dave

 

[BenChiew]

Plus the XML is a more efficient emitter. You get more lumens and less heat at a similar given drive level.

 

[BenChiew]

To get the 3amps driven level, is IMR battery required?

If a RCR123 is used, what is the maximum drive would it go!?

 

[Data]

To get the 3amps driven level, is IMR battery required?

If a RCR123 is used, what is the maximum drive would it go!?

Yes only IMR is going to reach that level without problems to the batteries. I don't recommend generic rechargeable batteries above a thousand milliamps.

Cheers
Dave

 

[phoneguy]

Truly amazing work !!!

I could only dream of owning one of these beauties.....

Bryan

 

[BenChiew]

Dave. Are you planning to incorporate the new Tri-V2 lockout sequence into the Spy007. I think this will be the most used feature in any of your lights given the knob movement is so fluid.

 

[Data]

Dave. Are you planning to incorporate the new Tri-V2 lockout sequence into the Spy007. I think this will be the most used feature in any of your lights given the knob movement is so fluid.

yes

 

[BenChiew]

I am in on one for this feature.

XM-L2 is officially available now. Any plans to include this upgrade in the next run Dave? I will be all over this.

 

[mr.snakeman]

I´m in for an XM-L2 as well. Let me know when to Paypal you.