XM-L T6 3up bike light build log

gt40

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I just received my 3up XM-L t6 boards and Ledil optics.

I will post more as I get into the machining but here are some pics. I am happy with the build quality and the Ledil Cute optics look promising based upon firing things up with the bench supply.

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Back of PCB and binning:

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It works! I tested it on the bench PS briefly and the vf was 10.3v at 3 amps:

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Pic of the Ledil Cute SS optic:

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I will be using a Taskled h6flex driver and trick waterproof Vishay pot and basing it on my earlier 7up builds like this:
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That's it for now. Will post more after I get to make chips.

thanks for looking
 

gt40

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Update:

I got the body machined, threaded and the heatsink done.

heatsink machining:
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I threaded a long enough piece to build 2 or 3 lights for the heatsink.

Rough light body threaded:
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Close up of the threads:
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The 3up xml cutter pcb is on the heatsink. Next up is wiring the h6cc and cabling + the external pot + machining the back and the mount...
 

wiggy1

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Thanks for posting this, however none of the pictures are showing up. Were they removed? There might be a problem on my end, but I can see picture of most other forums I visit.

I have been considering doing a 3-Up XM-L build as well, but wanted to see your product for ideas.
 
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