L1T voltage capability?

[Buck91]

Does the L1T and L2T share the same driver? If so, would a 14500 li-ion work in the L1T to boost output??

 

[Gunner12]

The older Luxeon III version or the V2.0?

The older Luxeon III version(L1T and L2T) had the same circuit and I think the newer ones have the same circuit too(L1T V2.0 and L2T v2.0).

But I'm not sure.

 

[ntalbot]

I have been wondering the same thing, Buck91. I got a L1T v2.0 for my mom and I really like it on NiMh. If it will run safely on a 14500, it could be phenomenal!

 

[TexLite]

Max Vin is 4.0v.

With 4.2v(14500) low will not be low however.

This has been discussed before,but I dont remember where the threads are.I guess its up to you to assess the risk.

Michael

 

[PurpleDrazi]

I've run my L1T (v 2.0) on a 14500 for brief periods of time -- keeps both levels with each level being higher than when on Ni-Mh.

Seems to get rather warm on high (with 14500) though . . .

Francis

 

[Buck91]

I'm talking V 2.0 Q2... Will do some searching as well, to see what comes up!

 

[stonehold]

I've used 3.2v rcr123a cells in my L123T for an age with no problems. I've seen LiFePO 14500 cells online for reasonable amounts, but they also need a charger designed for them. Worthwhile if you want to preserve the levels.