We have been working on several projects lately that might be of interest to the CPF members. We are now offering the Seoul P4, U bin LEDs in place of the Luxion 3 watt LED. While supplies last, we will be discounting the Luxeon lights. Once the stock of Luxeons is sold out, we will be exclusively using the P4 emitters. The battery life with the P4 will be the same as Lux 3 except with more light output and greater candlepower intensity. In the Baltic 2 x AAA Super Ultra, the candlepower went from about 450 to 700. The Rainier went from an average of 1800 foot candles to almost 3000. An across the board increase of candlepower output from 35% to 50%, with the same battery current draw as the 3 watt LED is what you may expect. The output in Lumens, or total light output, can be as much as double or more. Lumen output and candlepower output are independent of each other.
Secondly, we have made a limited run of pure Titanium flashlights in the Baltic, Pacific, Caribbean, and Rainier/Mediterranean styles based on the stainless steel design. These will be available with your choice of power output and with both a removable key ring adapter and the stainless steel momentary switch.
Thirdly, we have just finished the electronics design and testing of the first of the Volcano series. Several prototypes have been machined and we are in the process of machining a small group of 35 pre-production units for evaluation. The design of this flashlight has been targeted at the Law Enforcement Industry. It is a nine watt output three LED flashlight with several unique features.
The battery compartment can without modification, accept nine different battery combinations: 2 x RCR-123, 2 x AA, 1 x 17650 or 1 x 18650 Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries; 2 x CR-123A, 2 x AA 1.6 volt or 2 x AA 3.6 volt Lithium primary batteries; 2 x AA Alkaline primary or 2 x AA 1.2 volt NiMH rechargeable batteries.
The electronics monitor the battery input voltage and the current through the primary inductor. This is done so as not to over-stress low voltage batteries and cause premature battery failure. The output voltage to the LEDs is thusly reduced as is the maximum light output. This is a constant current, voltage boost type circuit. Any battery combination between 2.0 volts and a maximum of 8.5 volts may be used. Input voltages above 7.5 volts will not increase the light output, the system will limit the maximum current through the primary inductor and shut down. A 2.0 volt supply will provide a maximum of 1.5 watts of power to the LEDs.
A potentiometer control has been provided with a 5/8 ths inch diameter knob on the head that can be adjusted with the thumb to change the light output. The control is o-ring sealed to prevent moisture inclusion. The minimum output is one-half watt. With a battery supply of 7.2 volts, any output level between one-half and nine watts to full off is instantly available. No programming needed. (The full off position does not shut off the electronics and battery current will still be used.) At the minimum output of one-half watt, the output looks the same as the lux 3 watt LED Caribbean at 1.5 watts of power. The battery drain at 2.0 volts was .36 Amps for a .48 watt LED drive at minimum output power. Minimum drive with a 7.2 volt supply was .16 Amps for a .57 watt output. Maximum output is over 500 Lumens. The beam projects a good hot spot and a lot of side spill. At 30 feet the hot spot is about 8 feet in diameter with a gradual spill transition to about 25 feet in diameter.
The head is 1-5/8 inch diameter x 2 inches long with heat reducing fins. The lens cap, reflector housing and the 3 LED heat sink module are replaceable if damaged or to upgrade to maintain optimum performance. An Allen wrench and a soldering iron are required to change out the 3 LED module. A wrist strap attachment point is included on the opposite side from the control knob; this allows the flashlight to dangle from the wrist, and when the hand is flipped up to shoulder height, the flashlight falls into the palm with the thumb in position to activate the tail switch.
The battery compartment is 15/16 ths inch in diameter by 5-1/2 inches long with a momentary/on-off tactical water proof tail switch. An 11/16 ths inch diameter area is machined near the tail switch to provide for the split finger type of combat hold when using a handgun. The tail switch can then be activated with the heel of the palm. With a four finger hold, the tail switch is controlled with the thumb. Overall length is 7-1/2 inches.
This is intended to be a primary law enforcement duty flashlight with maximum light output. We have made it as small and light weight as possible for use on a duty belt. The electronics are potted in special heat transfer epoxy for the needed water and shock resistance that can be encountered in field operations. Using Lithium-Ion batteries it is very bright and economical to use. It is a FIRST RESPONDER flashlight.
If you would like to be considered as a beta tester, I will be selecting 5, please PM me your name, occupation (I will ONLY be considering Law Enforcement personnel or active military), area of service, and a short description of what you do.
Thank you and have a great day!
Secondly, we have made a limited run of pure Titanium flashlights in the Baltic, Pacific, Caribbean, and Rainier/Mediterranean styles based on the stainless steel design. These will be available with your choice of power output and with both a removable key ring adapter and the stainless steel momentary switch.
Thirdly, we have just finished the electronics design and testing of the first of the Volcano series. Several prototypes have been machined and we are in the process of machining a small group of 35 pre-production units for evaluation. The design of this flashlight has been targeted at the Law Enforcement Industry. It is a nine watt output three LED flashlight with several unique features.
The battery compartment can without modification, accept nine different battery combinations: 2 x RCR-123, 2 x AA, 1 x 17650 or 1 x 18650 Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries; 2 x CR-123A, 2 x AA 1.6 volt or 2 x AA 3.6 volt Lithium primary batteries; 2 x AA Alkaline primary or 2 x AA 1.2 volt NiMH rechargeable batteries.
The electronics monitor the battery input voltage and the current through the primary inductor. This is done so as not to over-stress low voltage batteries and cause premature battery failure. The output voltage to the LEDs is thusly reduced as is the maximum light output. This is a constant current, voltage boost type circuit. Any battery combination between 2.0 volts and a maximum of 8.5 volts may be used. Input voltages above 7.5 volts will not increase the light output, the system will limit the maximum current through the primary inductor and shut down. A 2.0 volt supply will provide a maximum of 1.5 watts of power to the LEDs.
A potentiometer control has been provided with a 5/8 ths inch diameter knob on the head that can be adjusted with the thumb to change the light output. The control is o-ring sealed to prevent moisture inclusion. The minimum output is one-half watt. With a battery supply of 7.2 volts, any output level between one-half and nine watts to full off is instantly available. No programming needed. (The full off position does not shut off the electronics and battery current will still be used.) At the minimum output of one-half watt, the output looks the same as the lux 3 watt LED Caribbean at 1.5 watts of power. The battery drain at 2.0 volts was .36 Amps for a .48 watt LED drive at minimum output power. Minimum drive with a 7.2 volt supply was .16 Amps for a .57 watt output. Maximum output is over 500 Lumens. The beam projects a good hot spot and a lot of side spill. At 30 feet the hot spot is about 8 feet in diameter with a gradual spill transition to about 25 feet in diameter.
The head is 1-5/8 inch diameter x 2 inches long with heat reducing fins. The lens cap, reflector housing and the 3 LED heat sink module are replaceable if damaged or to upgrade to maintain optimum performance. An Allen wrench and a soldering iron are required to change out the 3 LED module. A wrist strap attachment point is included on the opposite side from the control knob; this allows the flashlight to dangle from the wrist, and when the hand is flipped up to shoulder height, the flashlight falls into the palm with the thumb in position to activate the tail switch.
The battery compartment is 15/16 ths inch in diameter by 5-1/2 inches long with a momentary/on-off tactical water proof tail switch. An 11/16 ths inch diameter area is machined near the tail switch to provide for the split finger type of combat hold when using a handgun. The tail switch can then be activated with the heel of the palm. With a four finger hold, the tail switch is controlled with the thumb. Overall length is 7-1/2 inches.
This is intended to be a primary law enforcement duty flashlight with maximum light output. We have made it as small and light weight as possible for use on a duty belt. The electronics are potted in special heat transfer epoxy for the needed water and shock resistance that can be encountered in field operations. Using Lithium-Ion batteries it is very bright and economical to use. It is a FIRST RESPONDER flashlight.
If you would like to be considered as a beta tester, I will be selecting 5, please PM me your name, occupation (I will ONLY be considering Law Enforcement personnel or active military), area of service, and a short description of what you do.
Thank you and have a great day!
