Modding from HID Darkbuster to SST90

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Umibuta

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So I have a problem finding a replacement ballast for the busted 24W Darkbuster. I am wondering if I can MOD it from a HID to SST90? These are the items I thought I would need for the modding:



A) SST90 from DX

B) 6.5A driver from DX

C) Additional batteries for a total of 4S3P



My concerns are:



1) Will the stock batteries (from Samsung) together with the new LG 18650 be able to power the SST90 at 6.5A. (All the batteries are 2600mAh)



2) Will there be a problem mixing different brands of batteries? I will ensure that all will be equally charged though.



Knowing that I will have a problem with heat I will a drill a hole and sealing with a aluminium plate to conduct heat to the water.



Ultimately, I am only concern with having a torch that can provide a minimum of 1700 lumens as well as using the existing battery pack which are 11.1V. Suggestions for alternatives are welcome.



Cheers
 
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