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  1. TooManyGizmos

    What event happened on 3-12-2008 to cause - "Most users ever online 2,317" - on CPF?

    Re: What event happened on 3-12-2008 to cause - "Most users ever online 2,317" - on C ~ Some guy named Al Gore predicted a Global Blackout ~
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    against better judgement

    ~ Test each one with a volt meter . Any that are lower than 2.5 volts might "Vent with Flames" while being charged . ( I can't remember the actual low-voltage threashhold for being un-safe to charge ... but I use 2.5 v. as a minimum .) The battery experts here can give more details than I . ~
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    Mysterious paranormal activity: High Output light turned on by itself! H O T.

    ~ I would suspect a failure of the "Lock-out" feature . Time for a complete inspection and investigation . Until you know the reason .... don't leave cells in it while you're away. ~
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    Is it commom if the flashlight body becomes hot with switch on.

    ~ Attatch a remote switch ...... then FREEZE it inside a big block of ice . Then turn on ..... and melt the Ice from the inside - out . ~
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    Is it commom if the flashlight body becomes hot with switch on.

    ~ He's new and don't know about ... "Reply with Quote" .... yet . ~
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    Is it commom if the flashlight body becomes hot with switch on.

    ~ As well as OLD people ........ in a heat wave ! ~
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    Is it commom if the flashlight body becomes hot with switch on.

    ~ Busycokos , If you can supply the make and model number of the light , and what batteries you are using ... the Members here can tell you exactly how much heat to expect. Many times people use batteries that supply too much voltage which produces excessive heat . Some batteries can be...
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    Is it commom if the flashlight body becomes hot with switch on.

    ~ HI ! busycokos ...... and WELCOME to ya ! I assume this is an LED light ... so yes , that is good for it to do that . It's best that you hold it in your hand , so your hand absorbs some of the heat . It means that it has a good "Heat Sink" that is wicking away some of the heat from the LED ...
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    Comparison Website

    ~ Check your web browsers History of sites you've visited ...... maybe you will find it there . Search your history for Russian sites . Do you remember how long ago you visited that site ? ~
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    What do you do with your ugly beam lights?

    ~ Diffuser material on the lens ..... will help ... a LOT . If rings are really BAD ......... may need Two layers . Look for it sold in the MarketPlace . It's cheap and worth every penny ! You really should try it ......... you WILL be pleased with the improvement . ~
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    First and last Klarus, poor customer service

    ~ What about the lights bought on the CPF-MarketPlace from other members ? The Manufacturer is the only one you can go to for Warranty repairs . Why does it matter where you got the light from ? They Manufactured it , so they should be obligated to resolve issues . ~
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    Where to buy extra QTC material?

    ~ It's not so cheap ... and sample squares are too tiny for many applications. Have you followed the threads where it is discussed ? Many have found it's behavior to be eratic and light levels fluctuate. I got the opinion that many gave up on finding a valid use for it . Some have stated it...
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    Loctite on flash light threads

    ~ Not too sure on the Locktite ... considered Liquid Metal , in a tube ? (a thin amount) Let it dry ..... then screw the parts together . ~
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    Vote - What is your favorite form factor --- (Poll as suggested) ---

    ~ Can you select more than one ? I use 18650 AND AA/14500 ~
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    Flashlight maintenance whats best to use?

    ~ See this - Sticky thread in General Flashlight Forum ~
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    Blinding yourself

    ~ Ha ..... you already tried the experiment I suggested ..... HeHe ... and found out I was right. See ........... I told you guys ... ~ ( I'm glad Cataract don't shoot first - and ask Q's later )
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    Night Adapted Vision: Why so Much Hype in Preserving It?

    ~ (Quoting you) : "Your night adapted vision will come back momentarily, won't it? It's not really that critical for you to have right now, is it?" ........... I understand , but yes , there might be times when it is critical . ~
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    Blinding yourself

    ~ Blinding yourself ... yes ... good topic . I have been concerned about this for quite a long time . Many members seem to be obsessed with finding the brightest light they can , to use for blinding and disorienting possible intruders to their home late at night . Due to reflected light - you...
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    Are some people crazy?

    ~ I personally agree with the OP . In my opinion - the only thing that was special about it was the exterior finish. And as I saw it - Many were angered that their light arrived very scratched up ! If the only thing about it that made it a "Special Edition" ... was the finish ...... they...

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