The new (and only these are available now) Maglite Xenon bulbs for C and D-cell lights ARE indeed bi-pin bulbs. In every pack, you get an adapter to make then suitable for the PR-socket of your Mag...
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Not sure if I have mentioned this, but the new Mag bi-pin bulbs fit the fivemega hosts for 1794/1499 bulbs. This opens a lot of new lower power options which I actually prefer in smaller hosts, eg I love 5D bulb with 2x18350 (very white beam) and going to try 3D with 1x18650, expecting a pleasant warmer tint
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Grijon
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I just ordered Tad's Customs 7.2v 1.2A bulbs, both the PR and bipin, 5 of each.
Maybe not a lifetime supply, but the most I've ever had on hand at one time.
Maybe not a lifetime supply, but the most I've ever had on hand at one time.
I am now also starting to build a supply of bulbs - so far just for A2 + MN types (M4 / M6). I found that Philips 7387 (10W) and 7388 (20W) can still be purchased in e-shops for very reasonable prices (around $5), so I think this these will cover most of my M6 usages with a bi-pin adapter from Tad (which I don't have yet because HK post has stopped airmail to our country due to Covid 
). For the A2 I bought 4 LF lamps (HO-A2), Tad bi-pin + 10 bulbs of type 3712. I don't think I will ever use these many bulbs but I like to have the peace of mind. I also found a shop here in Europe that still has MA-02 for A2 but they charge 48$, that's a bit too much for my taste.
It's good to know that Lumens Factory is still producing lamp assemblies for most SF flashlights, I hope they will continue as long as possible.
). For the A2 I bought 4 LF lamps (HO-A2), Tad bi-pin + 10 bulbs of type 3712. I don't think I will ever use these many bulbs but I like to have the peace of mind. I also found a shop here in Europe that still has MA-02 for A2 but they charge 48$, that's a bit too much for my taste.It's good to know that Lumens Factory is still producing lamp assemblies for most SF flashlights, I hope they will continue as long as possible.
I am now also starting to build a supply of bulbs - so far just for A2 + MN types (M4 / M6). I found that Philips 7387 (10W) and 7388 (20W) can still be purchased in e-shops for very reasonable prices (around $5), so I think this these will cover most of my M6 usages with a bi-pin adapter from Tad (which I don't have yet because HK post has stopped airmail to our country due to Covid
Are you happy with 10/20W bulbs in an M6? I have found that I need at least a 30W one and would not mind having a 50W or more
I haven't tried yet 
, I am just in the process of building my M6 setup. I found a shop that has 7387 and 7388 for 3 euro a piece.
They also have the 30W 5761 for 7 Euro, but the current draw on 18650 will be too much, maybe the new hybrid high power 18650 will handle it fine (for example I have these Vapcell 15A on the way to me: https://budgetlightforum.com/node/75555) if they don't insta-flash the bulb. I read that some people run the 5761 just fine on IMR cells, so these protected high power 18650 could be fine and the internal resistance will be maybe higher and safer to prevent insta-flashing it.
I don't (yet) have the luxury of PhD-M6 and I like the 2x18650 factor.
, I am just in the process of building my M6 setup. I found a shop that has 7387 and 7388 for 3 euro a piece. They also have the 30W 5761 for 7 Euro, but the current draw on 18650 will be too much, maybe the new hybrid high power 18650 will handle it fine (for example I have these Vapcell 15A on the way to me: https://budgetlightforum.com/node/75555) if they don't insta-flash the bulb. I read that some people run the 5761 just fine on IMR cells, so these protected high power 18650 could be fine and the internal resistance will be maybe higher and safer to prevent insta-flashing it.
I don't (yet) have the luxury of PhD-M6 and I like the 2x18650 factor.
I just bought 35 each 2.8V / 500mA and 4V / 500mA PR base Halogen bulbs, for the many 2-cell and 3-cell lights I have. Also bought 25 pieces halogen 2.5V / 500mA with E10 (SES) thread.
I am at the point of buying 100 pieces 2.5V / 500mA halogen PR-bulbs, but that's some serious money.
I have a LOT of original Mag bulbs in nearly all voltages and varieties and a lot of standard PR-bulbs like the well-known 2.5V/0.3A, 2.4V/0.5A and 3.6V/0.5A. Also, for other lights, several E10 bulbs, like 2.5V/0.2A and 0.3A, and 3.5V/0.2A.
Just before he went out of business, I bought 15 pieces of the gorgeous Tad Customs 7.2V / 1.2A and 10 pieces 7.2V / 1.8A PR-base bulbs.
For the larger, more powerful lights I have over 10 different bulb options for the Surefire M6 (including original SF bulbs, numerous Lumens factory bulbs, Tad Customs bulbs and a LOT of different WA-bulbs and 3 different Carley bulbs).
Then some 7 pieces P90 drop-ins for the C2 and C3 Centurion, and numerous bulbs for my E1E...
I am at the point of buying 100 pieces 2.5V / 500mA halogen PR-bulbs, but that's some serious money.
I have a LOT of original Mag bulbs in nearly all voltages and varieties and a lot of standard PR-bulbs like the well-known 2.5V/0.3A, 2.4V/0.5A and 3.6V/0.5A. Also, for other lights, several E10 bulbs, like 2.5V/0.2A and 0.3A, and 3.5V/0.2A.
Just before he went out of business, I bought 15 pieces of the gorgeous Tad Customs 7.2V / 1.2A and 10 pieces 7.2V / 1.8A PR-base bulbs.
For the larger, more powerful lights I have over 10 different bulb options for the Surefire M6 (including original SF bulbs, numerous Lumens factory bulbs, Tad Customs bulbs and a LOT of different WA-bulbs and 3 different Carley bulbs).
Then some 7 pieces P90 drop-ins for the C2 and C3 Centurion, and numerous bulbs for my E1E...
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back when we had radioshack, they used to sell halogen pr bulb, 5.2v 850ma, it had a cylindrical glass envelope, not like the rest of the bulbs, it worked great with 4 cells, and due to straight filament had the best beam. i wish i could find some, but i tried, can't find those anywhere now
Just Google Barthelme 01695285 and you will find numerous sellers. This is for the PR-base 5.2V / 850mA halogen bulb.
Edit: just use Google and enter [h=1]Barthelme 01695285 Miniature Halogen Bulb P13.5 5.2V 850mA[/h]Order Code: [h=2]57-6628 and you will have it in the first position.[/h]
Edit: just use Google and enter [h=1]Barthelme 01695285 Miniature Halogen Bulb P13.5 5.2V 850mA[/h]Order Code: [h=2]57-6628 and you will have it in the first position.[/h]
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Katherine Alicia
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Nice find! I`v got 5 on the way
Katherine Alicia
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I managed to score 20X 6v@1A E10 MES bulbs this morning
and also a 2.5v@800ma halogen PR bulb to try in my 2D mag.
and also a 2.5v@800ma halogen PR bulb to try in my 2D mag.
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