The Quark lights thread! (Part 3)
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LightWalker
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I've only noticed it going from high to low on my two models.
EugeneJohn
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Here the way it happens on my Quark AA. All the following behaviors are with the head loose, turning on into moonlight mode. The flash only occurs in moonlight, not in low, med, etc.
With an Eneloop if the Quark has been off for more than 15 seconds, the 'flash' does not occur. If the light has been off for less than aprox. 15 sec. it does 'flash'.
Let me state here that the flash is very minor and doesn't bother me, ymmv.
When using an AW14500 the flash happens every time the light is turned on in moonlight mode, no matter how long its been off.
Anyone have a similar experience?
Again, the flash is very minor and considering how much I like the Quark's other features, is of negligible importance to me.
pobox1475
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How do they differ?
mbiraman
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I only have the Quark AA and have only had it a couple of weeks. I didn't noticed the pre-flash until i actually sat down and looked for it and then barely saw it. I have since forgotten about it. Its very minor on my unit, either that or I'm just not as fussy.
Excellent to hear that the flash is so minor. I can't wait until my warm Quark AA arrives. (it's my first "real" EDC flashlight...I've been carrying a purple minimag with led upgrade on my belt for the last decade).
The 1S has only one output which is high. Very simple, you just turn it on and the brightest it can do is all you get. The 3SD has three output levels which are 100%, 50%, and 5%. They have both of these circuits with various emitters, which Dereelight refers to as pills. If you want a nice warm tint the Q3 5A is the emitter you want in the 1S or 3SD for 18650.
pobox1475
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CaNo
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Pardon me if this question has been asked, but has anyone tried using the Q2xAA body on a Q2x123 head w/ 2x14500 cells? 
matrixshaman
Flashlight Enthusiast
I think that was brought up - looks like it was touched on in several posts in part 2 between about post #453 and the end of that thread. It would seem if they physically will fit then it should work.
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mbiraman
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My quark AA is my 1st real flashlight in a decade or so and yes you'll be surprised at how bright it is. Led's have come a long way in ten yrs. Its a good thing i don't have a bunch of cash right now as i would probably buy another light. As it is i ordered a couple of 14500 batteries and a charger from 4 sevens , i couldn't resist seeing what the AA turbo looks like on a 14500 battery. That's my splurge for july. Enjoy, and let us know how you like it.
jahxman
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Wiggle
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With the exact same battery the runtime should be exactly the same. The Quarks are current regulated, so each level is a set current. The circuitry and battery are going to determine runtime, not the emitter. So the only difference there should be would be output and that will be more noticed by electronic measuring devices than the human eye.
DHart
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FIT of 17670 in Q123-2
I have no problems fitting AW black label protected 17670, though the fit is snug. This is the only way I power my Q123-2, except in emergencies I will resort to CR123 primaries, if need be. Clip removed as well.
CLIP on Q123
In comparing the clipless Q123 to the Q123 with permanent clip, I would only choose the clipless version. For me the clip is a hinderance and in the way. Unless you REALLY MUST HAVE A CLIP, I would suggest a clipless version, if you want the Q123. Or just order the AA and a Q123 tube as an accessory. Though the Quark clip is very heavy duty and strong, I find it just in the way. Of course, I tend to remove clips on most of my lights anyway. Fortunately with the QAA, Q123-2, and QAA-2 you can use or remove the clip as desired. You don't have this option with the Q123 which has either no clip or a permanent clip.
Q123-2 HEAD with AA-2 Tube with TWO 14500 cells
Yes, I've done this and it works fine.
I have no problems fitting AW black label protected 17670, though the fit is snug. This is the only way I power my Q123-2, except in emergencies I will resort to CR123 primaries, if need be. Clip removed as well.
CLIP on Q123
In comparing the clipless Q123 to the Q123 with permanent clip, I would only choose the clipless version. For me the clip is a hinderance and in the way. Unless you REALLY MUST HAVE A CLIP, I would suggest a clipless version, if you want the Q123. Or just order the AA and a Q123 tube as an accessory. Though the Quark clip is very heavy duty and strong, I find it just in the way. Of course, I tend to remove clips on most of my lights anyway. Fortunately with the QAA, Q123-2, and QAA-2 you can use or remove the clip as desired. You don't have this option with the Q123 which has either no clip or a permanent clip.
Q123-2 HEAD with AA-2 Tube with TWO 14500 cells
Yes, I've done this and it works fine.
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bcwang
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Don't forget if the forward voltage needed to reach the chosen drive current is different, the runtime will be different as well.
By the way, just how different is the lumens level of a Q3 5A compared to an R2? Is the Q3 5A dimmer than the Q5 and Q4 used in fenix l2d lights? Having actual expected lumens at each level would be nice to know.
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