Solar Force LP2

[gglockner]

Looking at getting an Lp2 with the XML drop in. Would like to order everything including battery and charger all from the same site. Where is a good place online you would recommend dealing with? Do I need the protected version of the 18650?

Thanks,
Glen

 

[LilKevin715]

First off its called a L2P. If you don't know wether or not you need to buy a protected version of a 18650 battery then you need to do some more research (for your own health/safety).

 

[brted]

sbflashlights is good if you want a US dealer. solarforceflashlight-sales is sometimes cheaper, but ships from China.

 

[MoreToasties]

LilKevin, everybody has got to start somewhere.

gglockner, I've heard positive things about sbflashlights. However, they don't have as complete a package available as Solarforce-sales, with regards to batteries. While on the topic of batteries, you don't need to use protected cells, but for a few extra bucks I'd say it's a good idea.

 

[Lobstradomus]

Last time I checked Lighthound carried Solarforce hosts, Nailbender dropins, AW batteries and the Pila IBC chargers. I've ordered from them a few times with excellent results.

 

[gglockner]

Thanks to you guys with the positive comments. I will keep studying...

 

[tsask]

Last time I checked Lighthound carried Solarforce hosts, Nailbender dropins, AW batteries and the Pila IBC chargers. I've ordered from them a few times with excellent results.

I made that move, good idea!

 

[gglockner]

I ended up going with the Thrunite TN12 instead. Good price and I like it's features. Was looking for a good thrower. I know you get what you pay for, but for the price I got a complete flashlight for the price of a nailbender drop in. Xtar WP2 charger and a couple Panasonic type batteries to top things off. All for under $100.

 

[Kharson45]

I've been looking at the Solar Force line of lights as well although now I am taking a hard look at the Thrunite TN12 now. Let us know how you like it.

 

[fishndad]

First off its called a L2P. If you don't know wether or not you need to buy a protected version of a 18650 battery then you need to do some more research (for your own health/safety).

Perhaps his way of researching was to ask the ?.
In hopes that someone enlightened would be helpfull and tell him.

 

[Divine_Madcat]

Given the cost difference, i see no reason not to get a protected battery.. at least as a first one. Should he find a need where he needs a REALLY high draw, he can buy an unprotected later; after he is used to the potential issues with any 18650 battery. The benefits (over/under current protection, short protection) is worth the $2-3 extra; you should still be mindful of the voltage, but its a great start.

 

[trooplewis]

For less than $100 you could have had two (or more) solarforce lights with drop-ins and a few batteries if you can wait a couple weeks for shipping from China from solarforde-sales. The new P1 is an awesome and very small P60 light. I like the yellow. Their drop-ins are so-so; never had one fail, but they are not driven very hard. But better runtime and no worries about circuit-protection batteries.

 

[gglockner]

I've been looking at the Solar Force line of lights as well although now I am taking a hard look at the Thrunite TN12 now. Let us know how you like it.

Will do.

 

[fishndad]

just got my host, havn't ordered any drop-ins yet.

looking to order a 500 lumen incan.

But i was taking the bezel ring out and i cross-threaded it putting it back in.

oh well, now its jammed. At least its jammed all the way in so the lens doesnt rattle around:crazy:

I noticed the threads on mine are not squared off, in fact they are sharp.

For <$11. shipped im not complaining.Just need to be more carefull with the next one.

 

[SDM44]

I've heard positive things about sbflashlights.

I've ordered a L2P host and Solarforce XM-L drop in from SBflashlights before. They're good and recommended since they're "local" (in the US), so shipping took about 2-3 day to get the parts.

I've also ordered a L2P host and Solarforce XM-L drop in from an Ebay seller who was recommended on here, and he's based out of China and ships from there. I did save a few bucks per each item (host, drop in, accessories) but shipping too approx 7-8 business days (just under 2 weeks). The parts were exactly the same as what SB sells, specifically the drop in and the host... only I got a different color L2P host.

If you want to save as much money as possible, find a reputable seller from China who carries everything you need. If you want faster shipping and are willing to pay a few bucks more per item, then SBflashlights worked well for me. As for the 18650 batteries, I just feel better about buying them locally (in the US) from US sellers/makers/distributors instead of buying them from china.

 

[Brian10962001]

I pretty much only order from solarforce-sales when they run a sale. It's factory direct and the prices can't be beat. Add them to Facebook, they list their sales up on there. I just spent like 40 bucks on lights I entirely didn't need the other day because I got some ridiculous deals and had a pair of P60 drop ins I also didn't need on order from Kai :thinking:

 

[gglockner]

I've been looking at the Solar Force line of lights as well although now I am taking a hard look at the Thrunite TN12 now. Let us know how you like it.

Received my TN12 and it is one bright flashlight! The size and function is just great. I can operate the twist with one hand if needed, but for the most part it will be left on high for now. I find that it has been reviewed as a thrower, but even with the SMO reflector it lights up the area like a flood light. Still waiting on my recharageables, so I went with some CR123 in it for now. I think my next flashlight will have a larger diameter reflector with a slightly shorter body on it. Waiting for the day when a single AA will kick out 500 lumens.