Vector 3millionCp Vs. Thor 10millionCp

[ledebuhr1]

Im looking at the Vector 3-millionCp spotlight. I saw it at lowes, It had an Alunimum carcus. Is this really 3millCp?? and how is it compaired to the new 10millionCp Thor? It sounds as though the Thor has embelished the Cp ratings. Isnt the Vector use 2-100w lamps? I would think it would be just as bright or brighter

thanks for assistance.

I am new, and searched, but couldent find anything that would help

 

[bwaites]

The overall light total outputs are similar, the Thor has a deep reflector and throws farther. The Vector throws well, but due to the shallower, smaller reflector doesn't have the throw, and has a more usable spill.

Both of their ratings are suspect.

Bill

 

[ledebuhr1]

Thanks, So does this mean that the Cp ratings of spotlights are all B.S.??

I currently have a 1.5million Cp spotlight that is about 8 years old. I bought it at WallMart new. It must be pluged in to a 12v outlet for it to work. I think its bright, but im sure these are brighter.

the one thing i did like about the Vector was the pistol Grip disign.
anyone eles?

 

[Sway]

Here are some beam shots made at different times of the year but it should give you an idea.

3MPC Vector

Thor Hi-Beam

Hope this help /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif

Later
Sway

 

[ledebuhr1]

Sway, thanks, It looks like the Thor is really stong.

Which do you prefer? and where did you get your Thor?

 

[Sway]

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ledebuhr1 said:
Sway, thanks, It looks like the Thor is really stong.

Which do you prefer? and where did you get your Thor?

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I don't care much for the 3MCP Vector and the Thor is, well it's just a little to big and heavy for my taste but then I am a 98 pound weakling /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

The Thor came from Northern Tool, as of this time I no longer have either light they have moved along to a new home /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grinser2.gif

Later
Sway

 

[ledebuhr1]

thanks, I see that Norther tool doesnet call it Thor.

Where is the cheapest place to buy the thor 10million Cp light?? Are they all around $70

 

[popsgee]

I picked up the Thor today at Kragen's auto on sale for $39.99. Don't know how much longer on sale. I have a 1 M CP Coleman, the Thor is much bigger.

 

[NewBie]

Sway, looks like the Thor pulled out a barrel of whooparse on that 3M CandlePower Vector.

Too bad you ain't local, I'd show you what a Thor bumped to 3X does first hand, it's pretty awesome....

Happen to have a shot of the same scene with a x990 kicking around anywhere?

 

[Sway]

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NewBie said:
Sway, looks like the Thor pulled out a barrel of whooparse on that 3M CandlePower Vector.

Too bad you ain't local, I'd show you what a Thor bumped to 3X does first hand, it's pretty awesome....

Happen to have a shot of the same scene with a x990 kicking around anywhere?

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Eh, sorry Jar I don't have any 990 pics never was able to get my paws on one when I was actively looking for a good thrower although I would like to try out your boosted Hammer guess I will just have to wait for the /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/poke2.gif group pass around /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleye11.gif

Later
Sway

 

[ledebuhr1]

Can anyone tell me what why one light throughs more light than another. Like the Vector 3MCp has two 100w lamps(i think), yet it in not as bright as the Thor with 1 100w lamp.
Also, I saw the 3.5MCp Thor at Gander Moutain. It said it had a 100w lamp too. So how does Thor get so 6.5million more candellas with the same watt lamp,compaired to the 10MCp.?? I know the reflector has something do do with it, but theres only so much you can do with a cone.

Thanks,

 

[bwaites]

Jar,

Where in Oregon?

I'd like to try your Hammer against my modded Daddy Thor, (Odin?)

Bill

 

[Sway]

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ledebuhr1 said:
Can anyone tell me what why one light throughs more light than another. Like the Vector 3MCp has two 100w lamps(i think), yet it in not as bright as the Thor with 1 100w lamp.
Also, I saw the 3.5MCp Thor at Gander Moutain. It said it had a 100w lamp too. So how does Thor get so 6.5million more candellas with the same watt lamp,compaired to the 10MCp.?? I know the reflector has something do do with it, but theres only so much you can do with a cone.

Thanks,

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I can try can clear up the candle power rating on what I call department store spot lights units at available at places like Wal-Mart, Sears, Target, Costco, Lowes, Home Depot and Northern Tool just to name a few it’s all BUNK / Advertising BS to draw you in /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/str.gif

None of these lights are even close to the manufactures ratings out the front end so don't go by that. If you are looking for an inexpensive spot light 2 good units come to mind the 10MCP Thor on sale for around $40.00 or the 2MCP Vector Sport you can find them on sale occasionally for around $30.00.

Reflectors do make a lot of difference size, shape, quality and the type of Light Engine used all comes into play that’s about all I know on that subject, try reading back through some of the post in this forum and you should find some good 411 on reflectors /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grinser2.gif

Later
Sway

 

[Sway]

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bwaites said:
Jar,

Where in Oregon?

I'd like to try your Hammer against my modded Daddy Thor, (Odin?)

Bill

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OH My! A challenge has been issued /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/touche.gif the ensuing fireball should be visible all over the West Coast and will cause much wide spread panic if these Titans meet.

What time does the show start /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

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[NewBie]

Why, are you looking to be utterly defeated, and go home with your tail tucked between your legs?

Just joking, what comprises a Odin, the name rings a bell?

Heheh, we could call this thing Thor's Hammer....

Between Portland and Salem, and head 15 miles east into the hills.

Whatcha doing this weekend?

Where in Central, WA are you, Spokane?

We could meet at the massive Bonneville Dam, and shoot across the almighty Columbia, and light up either Oregon or Washington....

Anyone with a X990 wanna show up for a spanking?

 

[bwaites]

No Challenge, I'd really like Jar to build me one of his cards but I can't talk him into it so I had to brute strength mine to get some more output.

Just wanted to compare my brute strength to his uch more subtle and technology oriented one.

Bill

 

[NewBie]

Whatcha doing this weekend?

Where in Central, WA are you, Spokane?

We could meet at the massive Bonneville Dam, and shoot across the almighty Columbia, and light up either Oregon or Washington....

Oh darn, I thought you'd put one of those whimpy 50W HIDs in it or something.

I'm game if you are, you busy this weekend? I'd be more than willing to let you take a gander.

We could meet in Astoria (long drive for me, but wife likes the place), and do some beamshot comparisions with the lighthouse there. (the light house will probably beat me for throw, but who knows...would be a fun thing to do. I wonder if the operator would let us up there.) As I recall, I saw a lighthouse bulb that was 1,500 or 15,000W...

I think Empathy is in Salem, and anyone else that wants to can show up.

 

[bwaites]

I'm in Central, Spokane is northeast, 7 hours to Astoria for me!

I was hoping you were in Eastern Oregon somewhere.

Bill

 

[NewBie]

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[bwaites]

Jar, where are you in Oregon?

We make trips down occasionally and if you PM me your email, I'll try and figure out a way to get together next go round.(None planned right now, but who knows?)

Bill