mudman cj
Flashlight Enthusiast
Wow! That shows better efficiency with rechargeables than with primaries! :naughty:
I asked the owner 1st because someone else reported they use their LX2 that way.
I was shocked that Surefire finally made their E-series regulated with rechargeables, but it was more shocking to discover the high lumens with an R2 and low current.
How do you know when to stop to protect the IMR cells. ( Drop in output :thinking:
Nice chart!
I just recently got a LX2 sample to test. It does nearly 100% identical 250 OTF lumens with both primaries and 2 IMR 16340's. With the 2 CR123 Primaries the current was higher, then the rechargeable cells the current went down. It is or appears to be fully regulated all the way up to 8.4v input.
bigc
I agree. My old, beat up E1E might actually be my most used light. It sports nothing more than a Lumens Factory HO-E1A. The 15 lumen rating turns people off unnecessarily, I think. It's really surprising when you use one... the throw is surprisingly good, believe it or not (especially with a LF lamp, which seem to be a little more focused).
When you're actually in the DARK, I find the E1E's output and beam profile are sufficient for 95% of general tasks. The way I see a lot of CPFers talking about needing huge amounts light, I can't help but think a lot of them are rarely in the dark (as in.... actual dark). It must be people in cities with lots of light pollution, 'cause I'm never disappointed touching off my little E1E when I need to see something.
...When you're actually in the DARK, I find the E1E's output and beam profile are sufficient for 95% of general tasks...
Agreed. I have a couple of E1es now, and MN01, LF HO-E1A, HO-E1R, and E0-E1R.
I generally use the the HO-E1A. For indoor use at night, or for use outdoors where there is no light pollution, it is more than enough light. For outdoor use at night, the MN01 actually works a little better, with it's slightly lower output.
I've just started using the HO-E1R and EO-E1R, and the diference between the two isn't as dramatic as you would think; though the E0 does have a bit more throw. WIth the F04, the HO-E1R makes a very nice floody light for short distances, if you need more output than the stock E1e.
A very underrated light, IMHO.
Are there any bulb upgrades for the E1E that will give it a little more 'oomph'?
Perhaps LumensFactory has something.
Yup, there's a bulb specifically made for the E1E that increases output; but you have to run it on an RCR123 cell. Lighthound.com should have it in stock.
Is it possible to mod an e1 to LED using the factory head?
Go to the marketplace under dealers and look for kuku's e series tower thread #2. he is taking custom orders now.
http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/showthread.php?t=229715
With kuku's tower you'll have to run a rechargeable RCR123 though. Can't wait to get mine. :thumbsup:
My latest e-series lego. KM2