ROP 6D Mag Question

[GotSpot]

Hi All,
I have a 6 D Mag that ive had kicking around for many years and i dont use it anymore, i was going to get rid of it due to my collection of LED Flashlights that make it comepletely redundant but after doing a bit of reading i decided to spend a bit of money on the old girl and fork out for the ROP upgrade. My question is in regards to powering it, i hear alot of people talking about using AA's in D converters etc, is there any reason why i couldnt just use Accupower Evolution LSD D Cells, 6 of them would give me 7.2 Volts which is perfect for the ROP bulb, i should get full power out of the light if im not mistaken. I will use the light on hunting trips and charge before i go, so having batteries that will last for months in the light isnt a concern, my only concern's are light output and runtime. Appreciate any help, i usually just buy off the shelf LED lights so this will be my first time tinkering with a light (all be it very basic).

 

[fivemega]

If size and weight of 6D isn't problem for your use, then go for 6 LSD "D" ROP

 

[think2x]

Hi All,
I have a 6 D Mag that ive had kicking around for many years and i dont use it anymore, i was going to get rid of it due to my collection of LED Flashlights that make it comepletely redundant but after doing a bit of reading i decided to spend a bit of money on the old girl and fork out for the ROP upgrade. My question is in regards to powering it, i hear alot of people talking about using AA's in D converters etc, is there any reason why i couldnt just use Accupower Evolution LSD D Cells, 6 of them would give me 7.2 Volts which is perfect for the ROP bulb, i should get full power out of the light if im not mistaken. I will use the light on hunting trips and charge before i go, so having batteries that will last for months in the light isnt a concern, my only concern's are light output and runtime. Appreciate any help, i usually just buy off the shelf LED lights so this will be my first time tinkering with a light (all be it very basic).

I've done the ROP in a 2D with 6AA's and also did one in a 5D sleeved for 6C's. the C cells sagged less and gave more output so I imagine the 6D would be great!

 

[FBsLights]

I've done a ROP in a 6D and it is a great way to have good output AND run time. Go for it.

My 6D is about to be converted to drive a 64458 bulb. BIG light needs BIG output.

FB

 

[KiwiMark]

is there any reason why i couldnt just use Accupower Evolution LSD D Cells

No reason not to, in fact this is the option I would have recommended if you just asked "what should I use to power my 6D ROP light".

You should be able to get ~2 hours on the ROP High bulb or >4 hours on the low bulb, not bad run time considering the output.

 

[mat_the_cat]

If you simply want to use the ROP low (it may be enough for you) then all you need to do is replace the bulb. But the reflector/lens do need to be upgraded if you'll be using the high bulb for more than a minute or so.

Makes a nice light, with output befitting its size!