Sold/Expired Tryin' for a Torch Again: Cash, trades, something!

[Sable]

Well, thought I'd try and see if I can track down one of Mac's "Torch" units again - I want one, someone out there's gotta have one they'll part with! I've got a Kroma that's somewhat unloved that I'd be happy to throw in as part of a trade/cash if someone's been jonesing for one, too.

PM me with offers! Thanks!

 

[Sable]

Bumpy bump...

Please?

 

[rdh226]

They do come up occasionally (I've seen a couple go buy[sic]). Keep your eyes on the
Sell lists.

Also keep your eyes out for Mag623 or Mag625 -- comparable critters.

A USL is in the same category, and they come up for grabs on occasion as well.

Good Hunting!

-RDH (who ain't lettin' his Torch go for anything less than Michele Pheiffer!)

 

[LuxLuthor]

Sable, try contacting Mad Maxabeam for his MaxBlaster. It is brighter than Mac's Torch or the USL and he is still making them. I had a problem with his PM not working the last few days, so you might want to also try sending MM an email from his profile. He is a very friendly and helpful CPF member.

 

[choppers]

Sable, try contacting Mad Maxabeam for his MaxBlaster. It is brighter than Mac's Torch or the USL and he is still making them. I had a problem with his PM not working the last few days, so you might want to also try sending MM an email from his profile. He is a very friendly and helpful CPF member.

Max's PM is working again....just PM'ed him tonight....

 

[Sable]

Lux:

Thanks! I don't know how I forgot about the MaxBlaster, but CPF accepted a PM towards him - we'll see how it comes out!

 

[Bright Scouter]

Hey Lux,

Since you have all three, what are the differences in the beams of them? Is the MaxBlaster tighter, whiter, brighter, or what compared to the USL or Torch?

 

[LuxLuthor]

I have 3 Mac Torches, and also Mad MaxaBeams versions.

I don't have a USL, and there are many variations in what was available with it. I don't believe they used the 64623 in the USL, which is in the Torch & MaxBlaster.

If you are using the Osram 64623 100W bulb, it is the same in any light...except Mac's Torch uses a 14.4V battery pack of 12 x 2/3A NiMH cells, and MM added a 13th cell for 15.6V which makes it brighter. The beam of this large, transverse filament is ugly which is why they both use a MOP to diffuse out the artifacts....resulting in more of a flood spotlight effect.

The other bulb that has been used in the USL because it has a whiter color & cleaner beam pattern with a nice central spot is the 64625....but it is a more delicate 100W bulb, and cannot be driven with as many volts. It is best powered by 11 NiMH cells = 13.2V so you don't insta-flash it, so it is not as bright overall as the 64623. Another bulb that is close to the 64625, but even more delicate is the 62138 which I believe is also used in some of the USL's.

I posted my list of lumen output rankings in this thread...and I'm about to list a new #2 position light in that ranking.

 

[Sable]

Woah! You have three Torches and some Maxabeams?

Uh, if I don't hear back from Max, don't suppose I could convince you to part with one of 'em...?

 

[Bright Scouter]

Thanks Lux,

Some of the USLs shipped with a 62138 100W lamp. Not sure how that one compares to the others you listed. The USL with the focusable beam is nice. I may have to try to get a MaxBlaster to compare them someday.

Del

 

[LuxLuthor]

Thanks Lux,

Some of the USLs shipped with a 62138 100W lamp. Not sure how that one compares to the others you listed. The USL with the focusable beam is nice. I may have to try to get a MaxBlaster to compare them someday.

Del

I'm pretty sure that the 62138 being more delicate can only put out in the range of 2500-3000 lumens, but has a nicer beam pattern. I have a couple of those bulbs, so I'll test it out.

The 64625 tolerates a bit higher voltage and overall has the best beam quality and lumen output of these 3 bulbs. Even though it is less than the 4200-4600L of the Torch==>MaxBlaster using their 64623 bulbs, the beam color and pattern actually is more effective...especially in a FM3H-2. I converted one of my Torch's over to a 13.2V 64625 w/ FM3H-2 and love it.

 

[willrx]

I agree with Lux, I have 2 Maxblasters. (1) as ordered and one w/ 13.2V and 64625. Both with FM3H-2's. The 625 setup is by all visual accounts a better setup. Mad Maxabeam is a heckuva nice person to deal with BTW.