Just Finished My First Mag SSC P4 Drop-in

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I just finished my first already to go Mag 2-3 D cell SSC P4 drop-in. Output is 700ma on 2 cells and 1000ma on 3 cells. Current draw on 3 D alkalines is 1100ma, current output is 1000ma. Temperature at the base of the LED after 10 minutes runtime is 28.8 Degrees C.

Thanks, Gene Malkoff
 
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The brightness will be 240 lumens on 3 cells and somewhere between 180 to 200 lumens on 2 cells. I think I can sell these for around $65 (there is a lot of copper work involved). The only requirement for installment in a stock Mag is to cut off the reflector cam. I'll include a reflector for $5. Runtime should be around 5-6 hours at the rated output and 2 or 3 days afterward.
 
At 1000ma that SSC P4 should be nice and bright! I have an SSC P4 in a cut-down Mag host that is direct drive off 3x17670's with a custom 2-stage tailcap. Low was set at ~800ma for a safe "constant-on" mode. DD straight from the pack is ~1.5amp's, which is the "high" setting. I have found that since the light is heat-sinked so well, that it can take the ~1.5amp draw just fine. I have ran the light up to 10min steady with no color shifting in the LED @ 1.5amp. It's an awesome light....built by the master Mac :)


My light is the one on the left, the other is it's brother that will be running a similar set-up(not my light, currently just a host body with no light engine):

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180 lumens out the front on high, with just under ~20,000 lux at one meter :rock: Did I mention the light will run for at least 3 hours on high :grin2:
 
Oh, and for everyone that has sent me a 3 D Mag for modification. I'll give you the option of the drop-in for a partial refund. There is no difference in the output.
 
What's the benefit of the full version of the magmod instead of the drop in? There has to be a benefit right? better heat sinking? less internal resistance? More sturdier package?

By the way, at $65. You might be severely overwhelmed again just like you were with the original magmod. LOL
 
Except for the 2 D which has 1000ma output instead of 700ma there is no benefit. There is no noticable change except perhaps in a direct comparison. At first, (to test the waters)I may take preorders for these instead of putting them on the website.
 
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It is about time the world had a SSC P4 drop in for Maglite that actually drives the LED up to 1A... This is very interesting and I think marks a turning point in LED Maglite upgrades. Next step is a cluster of 3 P4's in a "drop-in" where the user completely removes the reflector - for a super flood only Mag upgrade!
 
Cydonia said:
It is about time the world had a SSC P4 drop in for Maglite that actually drives the LED up to 1A... This is very interesting and I think marks a turning point in LED Maglite upgrades. Next step is a cluster of 3 P4's in a "drop-in" where the user completely removes the reflector - for a super flood only Mag upgrade!
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There was talk of a 3 x P4 upgrade. But i dont think there was talk of it being dropin. Only being a "mod". Who knows what gene will come up with next.
 
Some thoughts, Gene. Take 'em for what they're worth (if anything)...

It would be nice to seem some pictures of the thing.

It would be nice to see some beam shots from a stock Mag upgraded with one of these.

700mA (in a 2D) isn't going to make it any brighter than some of the current crop of smaller CREE-/SSC-based lights, and less bright than some? (Tho certainly with significantly more runtime.)

(Additional comment in a PM.)
 
OK I'm taking preorders. The first nine (9) people to PM me and Paypal me $65 plus $5 shipping, plus $5 more if you want a cut down reflector (stippled/sputtered if you like, be sure to specify), I'll tell you where to Paypal (Paypal only at this time). I only have enough parts on hand for 9, thats why the odd number. I will have them shipped to you within 2 weeks. I only ship to U.S.A. addresses. Foriegn shipments make me crazy.

Thanks, Gene
 
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Thanks Jim, I always appreciate input, as I don't want anyone to buy anything they don't want or that doesn't live up to its promises. As usual, if you get it and don't like or want it, send it back within 30 days and your money will be refunded. I hate being slammed and refuse to do it to ANYONE.
 
I don't think there's any doubt whatsoever about the quality of your work or your integrity, Gene. Your participation here, your rapid response to questions, and the feedback seen here on your work all speak for themselves. It's just nice to see pictures, is all :).

You know how it is with guys: "Ohhhh... shiney." :D
 
I will be sending my light this coming week for the mod we spoke of.
I like 240l out of amag light:)

Great work!!!
 
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Thanks Jim, I always appreciate input, as I don't want anyone to buy anything they don't want or that doesn't live up to its promises. As usual, if you get it and don't like or want it, send it back within 30 days and your money will be refunded. I hate being slammed and refuse to do it to ANYONE.
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Tell them to send their Malkoff Mags to me.
 
Thanks Bill, I got it. Ya'll are going to really like these. I had the prototype out in the yard last night and could see no difference between it and one of my 240 lumen Mag Mods. I only have a couple preorder slots left. I will post when its full. I will be adding this item to the website soon.
 
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