*NEW* Fenix PD32 ??

[kj2]

Saw on these two websites, that they are talking about upcoming PD32 as a replacement for the PD31. Does anybody know more about the PD32?

http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=nl&sl=th&tl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thaicpf.com%2Fwebboard%2Findex.php%3FPHPSESSID%3Dd8cdd97717a7c8115c6c30887a514020%26topic%3D2863.msg30490%3Btopicseen%23msg30490

http://forum.fonarevka.ru/showthread.php?t=3442&language=en

 

[StandardBattery]

There is very little talking about it that I could see. A couple 'mentioned' it as they were discussing other lights, but no meat. Could be interesting.

 

[jhc37013]

I thought the PD32 was the light Fenix Outfitters was announcing in one of there surprise "soon to be released" threads over at the Marketplace but it turned out to be the E15. I really want to see this light I was disappointed with the PD31 ringy beam and output so I'm still stuck on the PD30 XP-G.

 

[CyberCT]

I thought the PD32 was the light Fenix Outfitters was announcing in one of there surprise "soon to be released" threads over at the Marketplace but it turned out to be the E15. I really want to see this light I was disappointed with the PD31 ringy beam and output so I'm still stuck on the PD30 XP-G.

My PD31 does not have a ringy beam pattern

 

[jhc37013]

My PD31 does not have a ringy beam pattern

Does it have a smooth reflector? Mine does and it has the rings of Saturn.

 

[Overclocker]

I used to have a PD31, good but not great. didn't like the mode spacing, med and hi were practically the same

Fenix, pls update PD32 with:

1) better spacing!
2) lower low, the 2L in the PD31 was a step in the right direction but it was still too bright in certain circumstances
3) XM-L. well it's gonna kill the PD31's decent throw but 500 lumens will make up for it

 

[phantom23]

1. I don't mind the spacing, I just don't use high mode, med is enough for everything and if I need more light - I still have turbo.
2. I think it actually has more than 2 lumens (about 5 or so) but it's a good compromise. I don't know what people see in super low modes (0,1lm or so), they're completely useless!
3. It's going to be up to 400 otf lumens (and no throw so it will look dimmer than it is), not close to 500...

I really want to see this light I was disappointed with the PD31 ringy beam and output so I'm still stuck on the PD30 XP-G.

My PD31 has rings visible only on a white wall, completely unnoticeable in real use. And yes, it has smooth reflector.

 

[Overclocker]

night light dude, for hotel rooms and such, i really like zebralight's 0.2 lumens

 

[mrlysle]

A PD32 would be a buy for me. I have the PD31 and I too was a little disappointed with the extremely ringy beam. But a piece of DC fix diffusion film has made my PD31 one of my favorite lights. I love 18650's for the super runtimes they can give you, and the physical size of the lights that use them. And I too, like the really low modes, and agree with overclocker, in that the low could even be lower. But all in all, I find the PD31 to be a great light, and would most likely JUMP on a PD32!

 

[someguy4747]

I would also like to see a PD32 with the mentioned improvements. I do like my PD31 but my biggest gripe is not listed and that is the mode jumping. I actually had one head replaced by Fenix. It would jump a mode after about 10 seconds of use. The new head is much better about mode jumping but if I walk around using it for about 10 minutes it will jump to medium. So I would really like to see that get fixed. It didn't do it when it was new but as I used it and dropped it it got worse and worse.

 

[mrlysle]

I would also like to see a PD32 with the mentioned improvements. I do like my PD31 but my biggest gripe is not listed and that is the mode jumping. I actually had one head replaced by Fenix. It would jump a mode after about 10 seconds of use. The new head is much better about mode jumping but if I walk around using it for about 10 minutes it will jump to medium. So I would really like to see that get fixed. It didn't do it when it was new but as I used it and dropped it it got worse and worse.

Just a thought. Have you tried fooling with the switch retaining ring in the tailcap? My PD31 has taken to odd behavior before, and I found the problem was in the tailcap, instead of the head. Maybe it would help. Like I said, just thinkin' out loud.

 

[Overclocker]

I would also like to see a PD32 with the mentioned improvements. I do like my PD31 but my biggest gripe is not listed and that is the mode jumping. I actually had one head replaced by Fenix. It would jump a mode after about 10 seconds of use. The new head is much better about mode jumping but if I walk around using it for about 10 minutes it will jump to medium. So I would really like to see that get fixed. It didn't do it when it was new but as I used it and dropped it it got worse and worse.

that's caused by head threads losing contact momentarily. are you using short flat tops? i have found that using longer 18650s would provide more spring tension to provide better thread contact between head and tube

 

[ginaz]

in addition to better level spacing, i'd really like to see an interface along the lines of the quark tacs. at least a mode memory

 

[someguy4747]

Mrlysle, I looked at the tail cap and I guess I am not sure what in the tail cap could be adjusted. Hmmm...

Overclocker,
That makes sense and before I sent it back I realized if I only slightly loosened the head for the lower modes the light jumped modes less. I am using flat tops AW 2600's. I am not sure if they are short or not though. I could see how that would help.

 

[Vissarian]

I just placed an order for a PD31. Think I should wait for the PD32? Can anyone substantiate this rumor?

I know it's inevitable, but I hate being leapfrogged immediately :sick2:

 

[kj2]

Well, I don't know when Fenix will release the PD32, and don't know if Fenix will release the PD32.
Just have send a email to Fenix about the release of the PD32.

 

[Vissarian]

Message sent to [email protected]. Let's see what type of response I get :)

Will definitely update this thread if I get any info.

 

[CyberCT]

Cool! I can't wait to hear a response. A lower low would be awesome too

 

[Overclocker]

Mrlysle, I looked at the tail cap and I guess I am not sure what in the tail cap could be adjusted. Hmmm...

Overclocker,
That makes sense and before I sent it back I realized if I only slightly loosened the head for the lower modes the light jumped modes less. I am using flat tops AW 2600's. I am not sure if they are short or not though. I could see how that would help.

exactly! the more you loosen the head the less the spring tension.

add spacers to your 18650. a total length of 67mm completely cured the problem for me

 

[kj2]

This is the answer I got from Fenix about the release of the PD32;
"

Hello Kevin​

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I think it should be several months later, as we just have the plan but don't have detailed schedule."

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