Maratac AAA Q5 (Part 3)

[Patriot]

Continued from Part 1 and Part 2

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Ceiling bounce results (high)

Maratac AAA
Duracell Alkaline 12.6 lux
Energizer NiMH 13.1 lux
Energizer L91 16.9 lux
Ultrafire 10440 30.2 lux


Added:
LDO1 Q5 10440 29.2 lux
LOD Q4 10440 27.1 lux

 

[DM51]

Part 2 was >400 posts, so it is continued here.

 

[Tixx]

On the ITP versions, do both regular and upgrade versions have a shorter head on them than the Maratacs? Thanks!

 

[Patriot]

Thanks DM51.

tixx
On the ITP versions, do both regular and upgrade versions have a shorter head on them than the Maratacs? Thanks!

GoingGear, recently verified in his sales thread that the upgrade version has a longer head by 3-4mm, so if you want the shortest version you'll have to get the single stage.

 

[oronocova]

I just recieved my ITP single mode, against my Maratac AAA in Natural it is probably 3-4mm shorter overall, 2mm if you discount the keyring lug. I really like the Single mode on a L92, it's going to make a great work light, just clip it on the side of my leatherman sheat and never know it's there.

 

[Woods Walker]

I should get the 3-mode ITP soon. Is it easy to remove the clip without messing up the finish? I am not a big clip fan and looking to place the light on a paracord loop.


Edit Just checked out a Youtube video and the clip just pops off.

 

[StandardBattery]

On the ITP versions, do both regular and upgrade versions have a shorter head on them than the Maratacs? Thanks!

No only the Single Mode "Standard" iTP has the shorter head.

 

[KDOG3]

I just ordered 2 more black ones. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a lottery winner....

 

[leukos]

I just ordered the new stainless steel version for a mere $6 more: http://www.countycomm.com/aaastainless.html

 

[leon2245]

You twist the head once for medium, then twist it off & twist it on again for low, & twist it like that three times for high?

 

[EXCALIBUR1]

You twist the head once for medium, then twist it off & twist it on again for low, & twist it like that three times for high?

Roger that procedure, except just twist on once for medium, twist off/on for low, and twist off/on for high.

 

[iandh]

Can any Fenix LD01 and Maratec AAA owners confirm that the LD01 does/doesn't have longer throw than the Maratec, as mentioned in the second one of these threads?

The longer throw would be a bonus to me... I just picked up a stainless LD01 to replace my tired P1 yesterday, and I am kicking myself in the rear now that I've seen this light.... I need some excuse not to be mad I didn't get this awesome little light instead.

 

[Patriot]

I just ordered the new stainless steel version for a mere $6 more: http://www.countycomm.com/aaastainless.html

You'll love the stainless leukos. The machining and knurling is very nicely done. The bead blast is nice but if you remove and install the pocket clip often it will show marks. The threads are nice but seem to like something a bit heavier than nyogel. I've been using a dap of lithium grease.

 

[Lynx_Arc]

does the meratac have an attachment point for split ring or lanyard without using the clip?

 

[coyote]

does the meratac have an attachment point for split ring or lanyard without using the clip?

no. and if both are removed it leaves sharp edges where the cuts are. i had to use an o-ring in the rear groove to keep from feeling the edges.

 

[Lynx_Arc]

no. and if both are removed it leaves sharp edges where the cuts are. i had to use an o-ring in the rear groove to keep from feeling the edges.

thanks for the info. I am curious to how well the matte SS finish stays after abuse on a keychain or in a pocket full of stuff for a few months. A shiny SS finish hides scratches and can be polished but bead blasted seems like less of a step up from anodized natural aluminum. I can imagine a nice big shiny scratch on one showing up and ruining the look of it.

 

[Alaric Darconville]

Now, if they would only make it in brass!

 

[sabre7]

thanks for the info. I am curious to how well the matte SS finish stays after abuse on a keychain or in a pocket full of stuff for a few months. A shiny SS finish hides scratches and can be polished but bead blasted seems like less of a step up from anodized natural aluminum. I can imagine a nice big shiny scratch on one showing up and ruining the look of it.

Good point, never thought about that :thinking:

 

[BRO]

Can any Fenix LD01 and Maratec AAA owners confirm that the LD01 does/doesn't have longer throw than the Maratec, as mentioned in the second one of these threads?

The longer throw would be a bonus to me... I just picked up a stainless LD01 to replace my tired P1 yesterday, and I am kicking myself in the rear now that I've seen this light.... I need some excuse not to be mad I didn't get this awesome little light instead.

Is there anything wrong with your LD01? Mine is terrific, but I do have a SS Maratac on order to compare. It is going to have to be very good to replace my LD01. The key ring set up on the Maratac has me a little concerned because it looks like a weak point for key chain pocket carry. In the mean time the LD01 is one heck of a light regardless of how good the Maratac is. But time keeps no secret, so we shall see.

 

[Lynx_Arc]

IMO the only two things the LD01 doesn't have the meratac does is a low low mode and cheaper price. I would love the 50 hour low mode myself and am waiting to see if someone figures out how to swap the circuits between the two of them the LD01 would be perfect. I find the low mode almost useless it is like a low medium.