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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
Flashlight Modifications available upon request
"I have to go return some video tapes." -Patrick Bateman

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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
Here are some of the 'specs' that Fred and I eventually hammered out:
Aluminum body, 24mm in dia and 64mm long (when turned off, screwed tight)
Eight segments around circumference of light, each approx 9.425mm in width (before grooves)
Eight segmented rings down the length of the light, each 8.0mm in height (before grooves)
Each segment to have a 1.5mm dimple in the center from two flute ball
Grooves to be cut 1.5mm wide, with a 90-degree bit having a .005" flat (depth of groove determined by width)
Grooves to follow end bevel on front and rear of light -you'll have to make the logo on the rear a bit smaller in diameter to allow for this
Seoul U binned P4
NG500 converter
KCLP17ST reflector (plus an additional smooth reflector)
UCL or similar lens
Logo engraved in end with 1.5mm ball at approx .55mm depth
Whole thing gets a light sanding to remove tool marks and then polish it to soften the edges, resand the high points to apply a matte finish (circumference only, not the ends), then EN plating
Best effort made to allow grooves on head and body to align when light tightened
Last edited by sed6; 03-31-2008 at 10:16 PM.
-Scott
OKC, OK
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
Fred is really an Artist!
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
Its looks awesome!! Now get yourself some diamonds and fill those dimples up!! Ultimate bling-light
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
theres a thread about someone who wanted a LED wedding band...I think this would be a good idea
ahh, the possibilities of a vertical mill
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
WOW!!
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
Scott's light went through numerous small changes as the light build progressed, one of them being that since the light was EN plated, it was discovered that the plating actually had small raised flecks of nickel on it, leaving the surface somewhat uneven. Scott chose to have me polish it, and the result as seen above is quite nice.
However, the original request was for a matte surface on the blocks, with a shiny surface on the dimples. And that is what I sent to the plating company, but, alas, as I said, the surface needed to be polished smooth due to the irregularities in the finish.
A custom builder gets to live with, and often becomes quite attached to, the lights as he builds them. This light, which I called the Bad Ass Blocky Boy, was one of those--I still wish it were mine. 
For me, photographing the light and sending pics to the customer is half the fun. Here is my favorite one--with the matte surface from sanding, just prior to going to the plater:

I only wish I had aligned the head and battery tube better.
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
Dude the pre-coating picture is even better!! Can anyone say titanium version?? WOW
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
I want to add that I've decided to EDC this light. I've been carrying a Fenix P1D and this light is just a bit bigger. I rides safely in my coin pocket of my dress pants. I decided I couldn't have such a beautiful custom light and just let it literally live in my safe. I pull it out and show it off every opportunity I get.
Last edited by sed6; 04-01-2008 at 11:44 PM.
Reason: Edited to P1D
-Scott
OKC, OK
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic

Originally Posted by
sed6
I want to add that I've decided to EDC this light. I've been carrying a Fenix P1D and this light is just a bit bigger. I rides safely in my coin pocket of my dress pants. I decided I couldn't have such a beautiful custom light and just let it literally live in my safe. I pull it out and show it off every opportunity I get.
Scott,
Shall I send you some business cards to pass out, too? 
Glad to hear it is seeing the light of day.
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
You do, of course, have several dozen to sell?
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
How much would it be if you take orders?
Thanks, lyrrag
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
lyrrag,
Well, first off, this particular design was done for Scott only, so anything similar will have to be slightly different, either a different size, different dimple pattern, etc.
If such a light were machined on CNC machines at a shop, then the cost would be something around $130 to $160, much as the Blocky Boy was.
Custom-made lights can be twice to three times the amounts above, or more if Ti is chosen.
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
Thanks for the reply would it be around $130 to $,160 for a light without any dimples, and would it include the LE, reflector, and lens?
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
lyrrag,
A mass-produced light similar to the custom made one for Scott, could retail as a complete light within that price range. I just wanted to be clear that I couldn't make an exact copy of Scott's design, but, sure it could be close, including the dimples.
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
I'm in for one if you decide to make it.
Thanks lyrrag
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
the logo is awsome - definitely wish id thought of that for my light
i have a photo of every peice you have made stored on my computer
just incase i decide to have another made - so i can see which ideas i like
stainless steel of course
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
Guys I'm really happy with this light. As promised I carry it every single day. It's always in my front right pocket and is something I'm quite proud to own.
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
Question: what type of battery is this light running on?
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Re: Custom Ring Light by PhotonFanatic
This light has an RCR123 battery.
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