What is the most powerful HID period!

[Mike89]

Just a curious question if there is ONE light that surpasses all others as far as distance of throw.

I've read about the Barnburner, Harbor Freight HID, Maxibeam, etc but I am not clear if there is actually one "King" to all the lights.

 

[TeflonBubba]

Depends...

Are you thinking handhelds or larger - like tank-mounted or helicopter-mounted lights, etc.

If handhelds, which criteria matters to you....
Lumens (brightness) vs. Throw (distance)?

For lumens, it is the BarnBurner (supplied by Xevision)
For throw, it is the MaxaBeam (supplied by Peak Beam Systems)
For both, it is the MaxaBlaster (non-production and hand-built by Ra) :twothumbs

 

[Mike89]

Strictly Hand held and strickly distance. Like for example you take some lights out in the wide open and see which one can illuminate something the clearest to see at the furthest distance.

 

[Mike89]

I notice on the Xevision website, there is no "Barnburner" listed. The closest is the 50 watt version for about $900.

The maxibeam website (which claims it's the best bar none) doesn't even list the price. I guess it's the old, "if you have to ask, you can't afford it" deal. I can imagine how much it must cost being it does everything except suck the freddie.

 

[glockboy]

For throw, it is the MaxaBeam, cost around $2,000.

 

[FredM]

I notice on the Xevision website, there is no "Barnburner" listed. The closest is the 50 watt version for about $900.

It was part of a group buy setup.

 

[Mike89]

Where did the name "BarnBurner" come from? Is it just a made up name of a custom light?

 

[knot]

Are there any aspheric HIDs?

 

[LuxLuthor]

BarnBurner was coined by someone after looking at shootout pictures and someone saying it looks so bright you better be careful shining it at a barn, or it might burn down.

Never have seen an aspherical lens for a HID. It would be nearly impossible to get the precise focal point like Mac and Ledean have done with their LED Asperical Mag mods....because the HID bulb is too long.

I still have an extra Barn Burner if anyone really wants one.

 

[data_lore]

LOL - Like the name LuxLuthor - I guess Superman better beware!

That barn burner sure looks tempting i must say

BarnBurner was coined by someone after looking at shootout pictures and someone saying it looks so bright you better be careful shining it at a barn, or it might burn down.

I still have an extra Barn Burner if anyone really wants one.

 

[darmawaa]

My 75W BB can be yours for $1000 plus shipping.

 

[darmawaa]

Oops, should put it on the B/S/T

 

[seery]

Why is everyone so eager to pawn off their BarnBurners? :thinking:

Nevermind...I figured it out!

 

[LEDcandle]

Just a curious question if there is ONE light that surpasses all others as far as distance of throw.

I've read about the Barnburner, Harbor Freight HID, Maxibeam, etc but I am not clear if there is actually one "King" to all the lights.

Probably the Megaray 175w; still considered a 'handheld' although its not typical spotlight or flashlight shape.

 

[Mike89]

Wow, that MegaRay looks pretty impressive. No mention of a price anywhere. These are definitely some SERIOUS lights, not for the typical light hobbyist.

 

[LuxLuthor]

Wow, that MegaRay looks pretty impressive. No mention of a price anywhere. These are definitely some SERIOUS lights, not for the typical light hobbyist.

I forget, but I think the MegaRay is in the $5-6,000 range.

Seery, I'm only considering selling one of my two BarnBurners. Never would sell both.

Someone should grab darmawaa's $1000 offer because that is a steal.

Stop and think a minute. XeVision's new 50W balast with GE bulb is $900 + Shipping. The Philips DL-50 Fat Boy BarnBurner bulbs are $125+ if you can find them, since none have been made for a long time. The 75W "heart of the BB" ballast is non-existent ...especially in XeVision's size and quality.

Some may think that XeVision is coming out with a Barn Burner Buster, but I seriously doubt that. We should be getting the diffusers which will be nice to see how they work in shorter blast periods. :naughty:

 

[dpenny3766]

The Surefire Hellfire without a doubt in my mind... but 4,800?? NO FREAKING WAY

I got to hold one not too long ago, and turn it on, running on the battery... BLOWN AWAY...

Imagine a tank, minues the tracks and engine, instead of a gun on a turret, it is a light cannon... LUMEN SEX

 

[BVH]

The Hellfire, while a well made light, will not be anywhere near as bright as the BarnBurner, and for that matter the Xeray 50 Watt light.

 

[Arcoholic]

Megaray ; i think there is or was a member here by the name of Andreas he bought one and posted some mean pics. This guy was crazy he spent 25 large ones his collection in a matter of a few weeks.

 

[Spence]

Lumen fun on a budget

Just for fun I bought a Black and Decker "V-1 Million Power Series" rechargeable, hand held spotlight from Wal-Mart, $16.98. It was rated at 580 Lumens. At Sears tool dept. I bought a replacement Halogen bulb 6v-100 watt ($4.95) and replaced the stock 55 watt with it. Now I don't lock it on for extended periods but I light up the neighbors garage (facing me) from nearly three blocks away! The B & D V-2 million is rated at 1365 Lumens with a stock 75 watt bulb. I'm just guessing that my B & D V-1 is putting out 3 million candle power at between 1850 and 2000 Lumens and I only have $22.00 invested. By the way, the recharger is built into the light and Target sells the identical unit under their store's tool brand name for $19.95. Not only was the Black & Decker bucks cheaper at Wal-Mart, B & D has a better warranty service system. I'm not a real hi-tech mod man, myself, but I do have a little fun.