various mag p7 builds

[jasonsmaglites]

i think i have all the parts on the way for a 3d dd p7 build, or at least they're in the works. but to save on shipping im trying to buy for my next 3 builds. these will be my first mags i've modified myself into custom leds (incan's are easy and dont count imo). soo... what can be built from a 4d mag and a 6d mag. i know the 6d will need some kind of circuit, what do you guys recomend. i'd love a few simple modes while i'm at it. how about that 4d. if i use a higher vf i'm thinking i can direct drive. you guys got any advice?

 

[DocD]

all the above Q are answered in the three previous thread's asking for info
NO matter how many times you ask, often the answer does not change:sigh: you just have to think for yourself or buy one pre-made ,it does not matter if it's 2d,3d,4d,5d,6d,7d or a cheap knock-off or DD or use one of the 5 or so driver options out there at the moment.
i can only hope you work out how to build a P7 mag for 25 dollars when DO could you post the details and we can all save some cash
DocD

 

[jasonsmaglites]

i dont want to turn this thread into me ripping you apart for being rude, so expect a pm. it just so happens i HAVE been asking around about p7s because i am planning my first build project. actually one thread is about buying a 6d knock off from dx and using a wf500 drop in and the other is one in which i inquire about where to find specific parts(still unanswered). my goal in this particular thread is to brainstorm a 4d or 6d mag build, so i can buy all the parts at once and save on shipping by just ordering once. in another thread someone did give me a suggestion on my 6d build of putting a wooden block between 3 of the cells but dare i say that is not the direction i've chosen to go and am coming here for some advice on what to do with my 4d's i just picked up from lowes and if i should go custom for my 6d mag. if anyone has anything constructive to add to my project feel free.

 

[DocD]

Hi,
i'm not being rude, all the info to build any config of maglite, is there in the many post of you last 3 threads DD you have been told how to do this and regulated options also, for many of the driver there is a prefered battery voltage for max efficenancy this can be found using the search button to recall 4 or 5 thread's on this,
After my 33 mag builds using P7's DD and regulated i can say i know just a little more than you so swallow your pride and read and learn a little :thumbsup:

your's with kind regards DocD

 

[Tim Carleton]

Judging from this and your other posts, you aim to keep the costs down, a 3 cell nimh direct driven P7 is your cheapest option, whether it's a straight 3d or 2d modded for 3 c's. I've built several lights with the combo p7/ heat sink available from members on this site. The other lights you mention help runtime, at the cost of size, weight and a driver. My opinion on longer runtime is get another set of batteries and go with the smaller light. Good luck, and don't skimp on the heat sink.

 

[jasonsmaglites]

tim, thanks for the advice. i plan on ordering 2 p7 heatsink sets for $40 from cpfmarketplace. i guess i really just need to build this 3d dd p7 and stop planning build two and three until its done. then i'll have a better understanding from there and will be better suited to incorporate drivers and resistors and stuff.