TerraLUX Upgrades

[pweber]

I just installed a TerraLUX TLE-6EXB in my 3D Maglite, and I'm pleasantly surprised with how nicely it upgrades the old doorstop. I figured I'd go ahead and upgrade my 6D as well, but the 6EX version gets some "iffy" reviews on Amazon. Anyone know what would happen if I installed the 6EXB (intended for use with 2-3 cell units) in my 6D? Will I fry the emitter? If there are any other upgrades out there for less than $30 that would work with my 6D, I'd be interested in hearing about them. Thanks.

 

[Mr Floppy]

I just installed a TerraLUX TLE-6EXB in my 3D Maglite, and I'm pleasantly surprised with how nicely it upgrades the old doorstop. I figured I'd go ahead and upgrade my 6D as well, but the 6EX version gets some "iffy" reviews on Amazon. Anyone know what would happen if I installed the 6EXB (intended for use with 2-3 cell units) in my 6D? Will I fry the emitter? If there are any other upgrades out there for less than $30 that would work with my 6D, I'd be interested in hearing about them. Thanks.

For a few dollars more, you could get a Malkoff XP-G2. Then again, I'm biased. Using the 6EXB in a 6D, the voltage will be too high. I believe it boosts, where as the 4-6 cell bucks. I think I did that and it just failed to work but the unit was ok. Or perhaps it was the other way around, I can't remember.

 

[Yamabushi]

The TerraLUX TLE6EX (no "B") is intended for 4, 5 & 6 cell Maglites. Available on eBay for less than $20.

 

[Hot Brass]

The TerraLUX TLE6EX (no "B") is intended for 4, 5 & 6 cell Maglites. Available on eBay for less than $20.

I did that kit on my 6D-cell Maglite....whole new light!! HB

 

[pweber]

Thanks for the Malkoff info. I picked up a 1 watt Nite Ize LED at Lowes (along with two clearance-priced AA Maglites!). I'll see how it goes.

 

[Jash]

Thanks for the Malkoff info. I picked up a 1 watt Nite Ize LED at Lowes (along with two clearance-priced AA Maglites!). I'll see how it goes.

You'll be disappointed. So to remedy that, stick a Terralux 31M inside it. That is a BIG improvement on the stock bulb.