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LOL, assuming I can get that much runtime.:naughty:

I dunno, I am a bit concerned about the lens, I think it's polycarb. But then again I've actually had the light on with the p91 in it in my pocket a few times. My pants actually started to burn a bit, smelled terrible. The light was fire* though.

Well, all the parts are on the way. I'll let you guys know how it turns out. If it melts, I'll chalk it up to the cost of doing business. At least my favorite beater light will go out in a blaze of glory.:rock:

*lol, fine. Freudian slip
 
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I don't think you'll have too much trouble, just run it in short bursts. SF says the P91 is fine in a G3. The P91 on CR123s is ~17W, so adding another ~30% shouldn't automatically mean the end of the world for the light.

Eric
 
Well, I got my IMR batteries today. It's impressive to see that kind of light coming out of a two cell. I have an unfrosted EO-9 in my Surefire C2. It's like holding a car headlight in your hands. Truly incredible! Btw, the G3 lens since it was introduced last year is pyrex, so I wouldn't worry about it.

I strongly suspect my recently purchased G2 is also pyrex so Surefire might have changed something there as well.

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I also suspect the light will be fine. It will probably will only see very short periods of use (no more than 30 seconds), if it turns out well the g3 may go back into service as my primary drunk "illuminator"😱 light. It's good to know the lens is glass though. I'm guessing the housing material has some pretty good heat resistance as well. I can't wait till the cells get over here and into my charger.
 
How do you plan on getting 1000 Lumens out of a G3 again? I have one too...

I like using my FM1794 22watt bi pin setup in a 6P (1x18650)..for 8 minutes its sunlight in your hand.

its amazing...and just weeks after getting these Custom reflectors I can use it in such a small size..not a 2x18650, but a 1x. With 2xIMR16340
 
3x IMR 16340 and a wa1185 in a bi-pin socket.😀 I might throw in a McGizmo 2 stage switch if I like the performance. I guess the 60ohm. Give me about a week or so for the parts to arrive. I'll be sure to let you know how it turns out.
 
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Sounds interesting, what type of bi-pin socket are you going to use? Does the WA1185 work with the KT2-HA turbohead?

This might be a promising setup for my Surefire C3.
 
My 1000 + lumens setup :

(L) Philips 5761 / 2 x IMR18650 / softstart switch , (M) WA1185 / 3 x IMR16340 / softstart switch, (R) LF - EOM3T / 2 x IMR16340 / softstart switch ( 700 lumen )


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Hi Guys,

We will be delaying the release of the IMR Series by a couple of days.
Don't worry it will only be delayed a week at max, so it'll be nothing big.

I am going to ignore everything here about weird test and stuff that you guys might plan to do with the new lamps. So if you fry your tailswitch or melt your flashlight or something, it's not my fault and you can contact the flashlight maker about warrenty. :laughing:

If you guys have specific questions that you would like to ask me, you are welcome to drop me a line by email or PM.

Thanks.

PS. Remember the rules that I have posted on using the IMR lamps and you will have a durable, safe and reliable light source. 🙂

PPS. I will also do some tests on the new AW tailswitch mod and will get back to you guys on how it works out.


Mark
 
shoot, oh well. Pins are too wide? I've got some tl-3 lamps and wa-1185 lying around I'm suprised I didn't think of it sooner. whats the story with this FM bulb? is this a recent development? I haven't seen much data.:thinking:
 
Meh, I really don't want to go with a turbo head. I guess I need to look up a used M3. I should have done more research. "Engage Brain, Then Wallet...":shrug: Oh well I'm still going to try fitting the 1185. GO-Go-Gadget-needle-nose pliers!😗
 
I bought the M3 and then found out that the fivemega bipin socket does not fit the standard M3 head, only the turboheads...
 
I was telling one of my co-worker about the IMR setup thread that I read the other day. He asked me a question that I have no knowledge about. I told him that I would ask the ican experts here on CPF.

My co-worker has a Streamlight TL-2 ican flashlight. He was wondering if a TL-3 bulb would fit the TL2 flashlight and if he can then use 2x IMR 16340 to power this setup. Will the TL-3 bulb fit in a TL-2 flashlight? Will the 2x IMR 16340 cells insta-flash the the TL-3 bulb?
 
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I was telling one of my co-worker about the IMR setup thread that I read the other day. He asked me a question that I have no knowledge about. I told him that I would ask the ican experts here on CPF.

My co-worker has a Streamlight TL-2 ican flashlight. He was wondering if a TL-3 bulb would fit the TL2 flashlight and if he can then use 2x IMR 16340 to power this setup. Will the TL-3 bulb fit in a TL-2 flashlight? Will the 2x IMR 16340 cells insta-flash the the TL-3 bulb?
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The TL3 lamp will work in the TL2, not sure about beam quality. The 2XIMR16340 should not, I would say would not, blow the bulb. I use 2X unprotected 17490's (shorter than protected 17500) in my TL3 with no instaflash problems, and these would be stronger than two IMR16340's.

Bill
 
Are there plans for an IMR 14500? I have a Dexlight SKU 2888 and it would be nice to have a better battery than the junk ultrafire. Would there be a problem with the led and reverse click switch with the IMR?
 
How is this for small and bright.

a 3 cell light that takes G4 bulbs. (compared to a 6P)
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And it's loaded with 3 IMRs and an 1185.
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Brightest pocket hotwire?
 
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