3 SC's in a 2D Maglite

[spencer]

I'm still searching for the most runtime out of a 2D flashlight. The title says it all. Can I get 3 Sub C cells in a 2D Maglite?

Thanks
Spencer

 

[fivemega]

I'm still searching for the most runtime out of a 2D flashlight. The title says it all. Can I get 3 Sub C cells in a 2D Maglite?

Thanks
Spencer

Assuming you need 3.6 volt out of NiMH batteries, I suggest 3 full size "C" cells with proper size sleeve.

 

[spencer]

I read somewhere that that wouldn't work. Even if you bore out the tailcap your still half a battery short. Maybe I'll have to go 3C.

 

[LukeA]

Most runtime out of a 2D Mag would be from 2 D-cells.

 

[addictedmatt]

Three c cells will fit in a 2d. I just did it using 5 inches of pvc as a sleeve. You do have to cut down the spring, but no boring is needed. Maybe you are thinking of a 2c? You will need to bore the tailcap of a 2c to get 3 sub c's in it.

 

[spencer]

So all you have to do is get some PVC pipe of the proper size so the batteries don't rattle around, cut the spring down a little (or some or lots), and away you go? I didn't know there was that much extra room in a Maglite (2D's are 120mm and 3C are 150mm).

 

[Chodes]

So all you have to do is get some PVC pipe of the proper size so the batteries don't rattle around, cut the spring down a little (or some or lots), and away you go? I didn't know there was that much extra room in a Maglite (2D's are 120mm and 3C are 150mm).

What cells are you referring to?
Post title says SC - ie Sub C .
Last post mentions C Cells.

 

[spencer]

I originally was thinking SC, now addictedmatt in post 5 says regular C will fit. I am currently wondering about regular C.

 

[Chodes]

3 C Cells will just fit with a small spring in the base of the tailcap.
3 C Lions won't fit.
3 SCs will fit with room for a packed lunch.

 

[spencer]

Do I have to find a new spring for regular C's or can I just cut down the stock one?

 

[Chodes]

I think you'll have about 4mm - probably too small for a spring.

Something similar to downloads 2 x 18650 in 2C solution be better:
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=178764

You won't need the electrical connection to the spring though.
Just a piece of copper braid wrapped around a small piece of rubber.

 

[JamisonM]

Do I have to find a new spring for regular C's or can I just cut down the stock one?

I did. It works great. When you put 3 C cells into a 2D maglite, a little bit of the last cell will stick out of the battery tube. Don't worry, that little bit will fit into the tail cap.