What angle LED?

[pedalinbob]

what LED's would be best for an array of 10 in a flashlight?

i have a choice of 18 or 30 degree 6000mcd (might have more choices, but would like some opinions).

i was going to get the 30 degree version. i dont need a tremendous amount of throw, but would like a nice balance.

thanks,
Bob

 

[McGizmo]

If they are both 6000 mcd, go for the 30 degree since it WILL have the same throw??!? Are you sure they're the same?

- Don

 

[pedalinbob]

well, they are listed on superbrightleds.com.

i think they are the same. i have e-mailed them to see what brand they are. i hope they are high rank nichias--i have been pretty happy with these.

also, i tried the satin tape trick with my 5w cyan--worked pretty darn good!
that thing is BRIGHT!

oh and another thing: i used a LS white HD 1w from arc and mounted it in a generic 2aa flashlight (greatland or something?) with the stock clickie tailcap, lighiums...and a mc flood.

im-pressive! the mcflood is VERY nice, and arc sold me some incredibly bright/white luxeons. i should struggle with my camera and computer to try to post some beamshots. i can see why everyone loves arc: they choose some great led's.

i also have some very green ones from other sources, which im not fond of. i sure hope luxeon gets it together...

Bob