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Scotty Beam said:
I was actually wondering if there was a mod in the opposite direction. I am interested if there is a way to tighten the beam? I am new to this sport but am interested to get the tighest, longest beam throw of light possible (miniture version of carbon arc anti-aircraft spotlight!).
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In short YES! :thumbsup:

Basically it involves you shimming the HID bulb so as to further recess it within the reflector, we're talking a millimeter or two here MAX 😀
 
Yes, I have used LASERS while I was in the military as they were on my aircraft. I am retired now. I see a spotlight as a very WIDE BEAM LASER:thumbsup: that I can't get arrested for when using in public. Maybe once I start using HID lights I will come to learn to appreciate all the varieties. Remember I don't even have a light yet but looking forward to it.:huh:
 
I wonder if there's anyone willing to ship POB HID to Europe without the battery.. or if it's even worth it? I just can't seem to overcome the thought that I need to pay 60$ for shipping 50$ flashlight.. 🙁
 
mrQQ said:
I wonder if there's anyone willing to ship POB HID to Europe without the battery.. or if it's even worth it? I just can't seem to overcome the thought that I need to pay 60$ for shipping 50$ flashlight.. 🙁
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As I recall, you've been trying for a long time to find someone willing to help you out.

Have you tried posting a WTB topic over at the Buy forum on the CPF MarketPlace?
 
Well considering how quickly the POB put up for sale in CPF's Marketplace went... good luck with that! 😉

Consider building something HID yourself? :thinking:
 
Yeah, it's been ages!

I'm considering all the possibilities. However, it's even tough finding a good spotlight body over here! And I have a HID packaged from my car (one bulb went out) - it's true dual beam H4 with two ballasts, one for low beam one for high.. I could use that if i'd find a good body.. aaaaand would have skills needed 🙂
 
Hi,
I have one question.​

Can I use a 15V 2A charging device in my Vector light?
I checked the voltage meter.
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vee73 said:
Hi,
I have one question.​

Can I use a 15V 2A charging device in my Vector light?
I checked the voltage meter.
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Sure. The amps are higher than the stock .75A but as long as you don't leave it plugged in long after it's done charging there shouldn't be any problem.
 
Scotty Beam said:
I am interested if there is a way to tighten the beam? I am new to this sport but am interested to get the tighest, longest beam throw of light possible (miniture version of carbon arc anti-aircraft spotlight!). I don't want even one photon to spill out from the light. this is probably a dumb question but could I put a tube of some sort around the light to prevent spill out and will that light be cast down range further? I am sure I will be happy with the POB right out of the box because all I have is a standard MAG flashlight. Sorry to post a reply when I don't even have a light yet but I am so eager to get it I just couldn't resist to participate. :popcorn:
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There isn't any way to make the POB beam tighter. You'd have to either greatly increase the size of the reflector or make the arc smaller. Neither is practical and the later isn't really possible. You'd need to utilize a slightly different technology called "Xenon short-arc." If you do searches on "maxabeam" "Maxablaster" "Supernova" or "short-arc" you'll find a lot of info about them.

Here are a few links to the Maxabeam:
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=210201
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=162587
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=199795
 
mrQQ said:
I wonder if there's anyone willing to ship POB HID to Europe without the battery.. or if it's even worth it? I just can't seem to overcome the thought that I need to pay 60$ for shipping 50$ flashlight.. 🙁
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I'm really not sure it can be done for a lot less than this. I paid someone $100 per light to have 2 of them shipped to europe and this was pretty much at cost due to the weight of th lights.
 
Patriot36,

thanks for the links to threads on the maxbeam above. those were a perfect illustration for me on the differences. Great info except it just makes me want to purchase more lights. 😀
 
Hi gang,

The best feature of this HID is the fact it's smart charging and can be left on the charger indefinitely, which means it's always fully charged and ready to go. In fact, it easily gives 90 minutes on a good fully charged battery, at least mine does. Even if you only use if for several minutes and place it back on the charger, once the charging circuit detects the battery is back up to full power (14.2 volts) it goes into full float mode, reducing the charge output down to 12.9v-13v.

IMHO, a good amount of thought was put into this super compact spotlight and at a price that can't be beat. I'll likely purchase another one. I'm also in touch with that Ebay guy so I can upgrade the lamp to 4300k.


UPDATE: Just ordered a set of the H7 4300k bulbs from YourHID.
 
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Can anyone tell me what the symptoms of a bad bulb would be? I picked up a second one of these lights charged it up. Upon lighting it I noticed the color was a little different than my other one, almost a warm white. I was excited for about 1 minute, then it just shut down. Blue power light still on, battery charge indicator lights show good. Put it back on the charger, same thing. So, I guess the only things it could be is battery, bulb, or ballast. I haven't pulled anything apart yet.

In short, I may be wanting to buy a stock bulb from one of you that has upgraded.

VegasF6
 
VegasF6 said:
Can anyone tell me what the symptoms of a bad bulb would be? I picked up a second one of these lights charged it up. Upon lighting it I noticed the color was a little different than my other one, almost a warm white. I was excited for about 1 minute, then it just shut down. Blue power light still on, battery charge indicator lights show good. Put it back on the charger, same thing. So, I guess the only things it could be is battery, bulb, or ballast. I haven't pulled anything apart yet.

In short, I may be wanting to buy a stock bulb from one of you that has upgraded.

VegasF6
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Could also be a loose connection inside. I think others have had this happen with the POB. You'll need a tri-wing bit to remove the lens/reflector assy. Take a look to see if anything appears to be either disconnected or if something may have shorted with another connection or ground.
 
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srvctec said:
Could also be a loose connection inside. I think others have had this happen with the POB. You'll need a tri-wing bit to remove the lens/reflector assy. Take a look to see if anything appears to be either disconnected or if something may have shorted with another connection or ground.
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I don't know if it was clear from my first message or not, but after a few minutes cool down, it will operate again for a minute or so before clicking off. I will have to head over to HF and pick up the security bit set. But, in the meantime, barring any bad connections, is that the behaviour of a bulb? I mean, this is my only HID. My experience with bulbs is they just go poof not act like this?
 
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