PocketMateW. 9W variable output blaster. Thread II

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It's been waay too long between drinks! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif


Over the past year or so, the modders amongst us have been coming out with a myriad of excellent lights. A big majority of them have one thing in common though... they all used a single die Luxeon III. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif Yes, the LuxIIIs have very long lives. Yes, the LuxIIIs can run from lower voltages. Yes, these LEDs are (relatively) cheap. Yes, they also result in smaller flashlights. But where are those beefy Luxeon V mods? /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif I want Luxeon V lights!

Introducing... the PocketMate-W.

This light uses the very popular OA2C host, cut down to take either a single Pila 168S Li-Ion rechargable or 2 Lithium CR123As. Total length is 195mm or 7.7inches and it fits in your palm juuust riiiiigght /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif. This light uses a boost converter to provide constant current to the Luxeon V LED with W rated flux, binned WX1U to be precise. The light also has a variable output dial perpendicular to the switch just below the head. Output can be varied anywhere between 30mA (Arc AAA brightness) and 1000mA (WOW brightness /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif ). UCL lens completes the package.

*** EDIT. Max current will now be set at 1300mA to enhance that WOW factor... making it a 9 WATT monster!!


Here are some photos:


The engine room /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif


WX1U Luxeon on the Hotlips just before being soldered.


The Hotlips in perfect contact with the OAC in its permanent home


OA2D, OA2C, PocketMate-W, Miltech (Pelican M6), Arc LS


Light in hand: PocketMate-W


Light in hand: OA2C - 2 C Cells


Light in hand: OA2D - 2 D Cells (MR-X)


The PocketMate-W


The PocketMate-W


Switch it on, adjust the brightness level, use the light. Need to work close range, dial in a lower output. Need to see what is up that tree, dial up the brightness. Switch it off and switch it on again, the light output is where you left it last.

Thoughts. Comments?

*** Run#1 build completed 4 Sept 2004, GMT+1000

Run #2 started Feb 26, 2005. PM sent to those on the Run #2 list.

Re: PocketMateW. 9W variable output blaster. Threa

I like pewter!!! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/icon15.gif

(if not, I'd end up missing this yet again!!)
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Re: PocketMateW. 9W variable output blaster. Threa

I'm in for one blue please..

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Heya BC.......PS. You shouldn't have sold yours last time /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

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/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/yellowlaugh.gif You are so right! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/twakfl.gif< BC0311

Thanks for putting me on the tailend of the list in case you have one left over. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif

Britt

J_Oei, PP received. Thanks. You chose your colour well! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

CY, PM/EM replied

BC, no problems. You're on TOP of the list now. Run #3 list /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Kewl! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif

Thanks, Howie!

BC

OK... all PocketMate-W run# 2's have been spoken for. The build begins...

CR@P!!! How did I miss this!?! Way too late as usual...

Jon

Oh nevermind Jon, there is always run #3... /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

I got the good news, Howard! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/happy14.gif

Thanks bunches! Happy building /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Britt

Please put me on the Run #3 list. I like to get both 123a and 168a sleeves.
Thanks,

Just finished the small batch of PocketMate-W run #2 build. Here are some pics. They're all heading out the door tomorrow. Check your letterboxes... in a week's time /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

60mA through each LED 1/50 F5


1300mA through each LED 1/50 F5


54 watts of blinding light!!! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/buttrock.gif


Ceiling about 18' away


Ceiling about 18' away Note the 60w incandescent bulb to the left being dwarfed by the PocketMate-W's

Very cool - and check out the variations in tint in the 60ma photo. Are those all from the same bin?

Jon

Re: PocketMateW. 9W variable output blaster. Threa

Holly macro. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/str.gif
That sure is nice.

/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/party.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/popcorn.gif Mailbox will be under surveillance. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif

Stonedog.... yes, all are WX1T. It is surprising that the tint varies like that. Well, they are the LuxV's


Modamag... /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

BC... /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

GOT MINE! Gorgeous, Howard. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/happy14.gif

Works perfectly, it'll be going with me on my upcoming trip. A real powerhouse and very compact. It'll go in the side pocket of my pack inside a suede cocoon.

Having the dimmer and on/off switches separate is the cat's meow for my taste. A very practical, high performance work horse....er...race horse. That Pewter knocks me out.

Thanks again,

Britt

Re: PocketMateW. 9W variable output blaster. Threa

I have one of these wonderful lights from the first run and use it alot.
The combination of full dimability and the Pila rechargeable, along with its great throw and perfect lignth, make it an extremely useful light.
You six just joined the very special and luck few of us who own one of these great hotbeam creations. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif CONGRATULATIONS!
Mike /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Re: PocketMateW. 9W variable output blaster. Threa

Received mine today.
Looks excellent Howard.
/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif Great work.
I can't wait to get home, put batt's in and fire her up. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Thanks again Howard!