Bulb for Ver2 Deep M*g Reflector?

[A380]

I recently bought a Ver2 Deep M*g camless reflector that wanted to try with a sst-50, but finally decided to go with an incan.
I've been looking to LuxLuthor's destructive test but I don't know wich bulbs are the right size for this reflector.
My set-up will be with no softstart and can take from two 18650 up to four 18500 imr cells (I can charge the cells up to 4.2V or 4.1V for no if necessary).
This is going to be a "wow" light, so don't need a big runtime.
Thanks.

 

[jaundice]

Great choice! Those are great reflectors. I had one that fell victim to an unfortunate ROP fog.

Please tell us a bit more about your setup. You mention the Ver2 deep reflector, but don't mention anything else. I presume you're using it on a maglite. Are you using a bi-pin adaptor, or do you need to use the standard PR bulbs (like a stock maglite)?

For 2x18650s, it's hard to drive a really bright bulb. Your best bet is a 5761, although it's a wide bulb, and may not fit through the opening of your reflector.

4x18500s opens up a lot more options. Again, bulb it is an issue, but known good bulbs are Hikari 5033 (I use this one as a LOLA for a mag623).

One important factor is that a stock maglite switch won't take more than 5 or 5.5 amps for long, so you'll have to choose a bulb that will draw less than this.

Good luck!

-John

 

[A380]

Yes, I'm using it with a maglite and have a kiu high temp socket (I wish I had an AW softstar but they aren't on stock). Not decided yet what switch going to use, but for sure not the stock one.
I'm more a led guy (I use them at work) and completely lost with incans, so all your help is apreciated; thanks a lot.
By the way, what is a LOLA? I've read it several times but don't know what it is.

Ot.

 

[Norm]

LOLA low output light assembly.
HOLA high output light assembly.
Norm

 

[A380]

Thaks for the info, Norm. At first it was a bit funny for me because:
LOLA: spanish girl name.
HOLA: "hellow" in spanish.

 

[maxspeeds]

Thaks for the info, Norm. At first it was a bit funny for me because:
LOLA: spanish girl name.
HOLA: "hello" in spanish.

LoL. That is awesome! I never thought about that.

 

[fivemega]

Thaks for the info, Norm. At first it was a bit funny for me because:
LOLA: spanish girl name.
HOLA: "hellow" in spanish.

:wave: HOLA, LOLA :wave:

 

[A380]

:wave: HOLA, LOLA :wave:

Hola Fivemega. What do you think its the best option?
Maybe Hikari jc-5043 or a jc-5051? Not shure if they are going to fit. I have the possibility of ussing only 3x18500 if necessary.

Ot.

 

[fivemega]

Hola Fivemega. What do you think its the best option?
Maybe Hikari jc-5043 or a jc-5051? Not shure if they are going to fit. I have the possibility of ussing only 3x18500 if necessary.

Ot.

Brightest bulb for 3 IMR 18650 is FM1909.
For best performance reduce every possible resistance and use 3 IMR 26500 :twothumbs

 

[A380]

Brightest bulb for 3 IMR 18650 is FM1909.
For best performance reduce every possible resistance and use 3 IMR 26500 :twothumbs

I knew about the FM1909, but they aren't in stock, isn't it?
About batteries, my host can't take 3x18650 nor 3x26500, just up to 3x18500.

 

[KiwiMark]

Brightest bulb for 3 IMR 18650 is FM1909.
For best performance reduce every possible resistance and use 3 IMR 26500 :twothumbs

Ever since I got my 2 AlanB drivers I have had a spare AW switch and have been wondering what to run it with - Mag3D with a FM1909 sounds like a pretty good idea! How do I go about buying 2 or 3 of these bulbs?

 

[fivemega]

I knew about the FM1909, but they aren't in stock, isn't it?
About batteries, my host can't take 3x18650 nor 3x26500, just up to 3x18500.

I will open another prepayment thread like this for pack of 4 FM1909 bulbs.

This bulb will work with 3 IMR 18500 or larger. Obviously 3 IMR 26500 or 3 IMR 26650 will do the job much better.

Please see here and here.

 

[jaundice]

A380;

From your description, it sounds like you're using a 3C maglite. You can use IMR 26500s, if you bore out the body of the light. Others have done it with sandpaper and a dowel. You could also take it to a local machine shop.

Although this is more hassle, the advantages of a 26500s is just too large to ignore.

I actually went the other way and bought a D cell maglite. You can roll up paper or cardboard to form a spacer so that the cell fit properly. I know maglites are expensive in Europe, but the 26500 has double the capacity of the 18500.

-John

 

[KiwiMark]

I will open another prepayment thread like this for pack of 4 FM1909 bulbs.

Oh, well - I suppose it's been a little while since I last gave you money, I'm in for a 4-pack! When will this thread be open so I can get rid of some pesky money?

 

[win734440]

I read above about the maglite switches not lasting to long with high power, what would you recomend and where can i get it ? aslo what about the cam med reflectors and focusing the light to a tight spot for throw i have burned through several switch's Light hound has a switch but it has 3 different post for adjustments doe's anyond know how well this work's i think it sales for around $75.00 i rebuilt several mag switches already with a thicker spring it worked for a while I welcome any comments thank you win73