My M*g 458

[jmpaul320]

I have a 4D Mag with 1D extension, loaded with 6xIMR26500 to power an Osram 64440IRC bulb. The switch is modified with a Kiu socket kit and a JimmyM JM-PHD-D1 regulator set to Vbulb=19.5V. The light is topped with an FM Throwmaster head, which works very well with the 64440IRC's axial filament.

very cool, only problem is aw doesnt produce 26500 imr anymore.. or so it appears

i was looking at some possible lifepo4 configurations, but i dont think i can fit the amount of cells in a 4 d that i need. I could try and fit 6 18650s and 2 dummy cells with some kind of homebrew series adaptor (my 4d is quad bored) but i think thats even less practical than 16 aa's

ill keep looking... i only have 4 cycles on my 16 aa's so i have time

 

[Justin Case]

Yes, AW IMR16500 cells are no longer available. But you can use IMR26650s at the cost of a longer light. Of course, you are already at 5D size with the six 26500s. You can fit six 26650s in a 6D Maglite by removing the tail spring, de-anodizing the tailcap, and putting a thin wad of conductor (e.g., solder braid) held in place by something like foam at the bottom of the tailcap.

I would probably use an FM1909 and a JM-PHD-D1 set to Vbulb~11.8V. Host could be a 4D Mag running 4xIMR26650 with a tailcap mod.

 

[jmpaul320]

I am going to keep researching for now. Im happy with my 458 being my brightest light now. The next light I build needs to be at least 3x the insanity factor of the 458

Im currently waiting for the mattaus v2 p60 triple and I have all the parts intransit for a nice custom host. After that its back to saving $

 

[Justin Case]

Check out the Osram 64655, 64656, and 64657 bulbs. If you can find a Fivemega PAR36 4.5" Mag head, you can build a Mag mod using a GE 4509 or Martek 4509Q. Or move up to lanterns driven by the JM-PHD-X1.

 

[jmpaul320]

Check out the Osram 64655, 64656, and 64657 bulbs. If you can find a Fivemega PAR36 4.5" Mag head, you can build a Mag mod using a GE 4509 or Martek 4509Q. Or move up to lanterns driven by the JM-PHD-X1.

64657 looks nice but would require high voltage.. big host lol

 

[jmpaul320]

I've never seen that 4509 before. Aircraft landing light?

Zomg !

 

[The_Police]

That is a sick light! I love the design of the head too. I'm anxious too see beamshots too.

 

[jmpaul320]

That is a sick light! I love the design of the head too. I'm anxious too see beamshots too.

batteries charging now

tonight perhaps

 

[elenore]

I think, it's a little havy, because sixteen batteries in it.

 

[jmpaul320]

I think, it's a little havy, because sixteen batteries in it.

Its not quite as heavy as my 6d mag. But I still wouldnt want to drop it on my toe lol

 

[jmpaul320]

Apologies I have been busy. I promise I will get some beamshots up soon!

 

[fivemega]

I think, it's a little havy, because sixteen batteries in it.

Weight of 4 rechargeable AA batteries are less than weight of single D cell with same chemistery.

 

[alpg88]

i use 90w bulb in my mag with aw switch, and 2,5in throwmaster head, i always used 4x26650 cells, but after reading this i added 88mm extension, and 1 more 26650 cell, a lot better now with 5 cells, too bad the light and the head is gray, but extension is black, may be in a future i'll find gray D extension. with ext. and throwmaster head, 4d mag now is almost as long as 6d mag.

 

[fivemega]

with ext. and throwmaster head, 4d mag now is almost as long as 6d mag.

But little brighter than stock 6D M*g !!!

 

[alpg88]

oh yea.

 

[seatrue]

...time to pull my M*g 458 (my brightest and #1 torch - and probably will stay that way) out of the closet after a couple of years - got into collecting rocks and crystals for that time (#1 hobby) but now i'm done and have started reminiscing my 'flashlights'. have the same one as pictured but purple color with standard mag head. same batteries and holder, etc. (thanks FiveMega!!) I like using the Osram 64440 IRC bulb instead since it's still pretty bright but draws a lot less power - less amps through the standard Mag switch. (plus cool looking bubble shaped bulb) - alright i'm back and my neighbors better be ware :devil:

 

[jmpaul320]

this thing is still going strong on the original batteries a year later!

 

[Gtamazing]

Defiantly a great looking light. Not to many of the Fm 3" heads left anymore. I was lucky enough to get one for a build. really wanted green but thats been gone for a while.

 

[jmpaul320]

Defiantly a great looking light. Not to many of the Fm 3" heads left anymore. I was lucky enough to get one for a build. really wanted green but thats been gone for a while.

Yeah I think I got the last chrome plated one