Who's interested in a DBS/CL1H 2x18500 extension?

[SCEMan]

I love my DBS v2 MC-E due to it's great combination of power and size. It's compactness allows me to conveniently holster or pocket it while on nightly walks - but I have to run IMR16340s to accomplish this. These batts have worked great for me w/no drop in brightness with use but they last less than 30 mins and require close monitoring. I've used the 2x18650 extension but I find it too long to be convenient for casual carry.

The solution to balance this problem would seem to be an extension tube that allows 2x18500 batts for longer use and still be reasonably compact. It would also work well on the CL1H v4 which is really awkward with 2x18650 (IMHO).

The DBS's balance of size and performance is what differentiates it from the raft of lights with large bezels/weight (A10, RX-1) for those of us who value compact performance.

A 2x18500 extension tube would seem to be simple for Dereelight to produce and a great addition to their line of modular options.

Is anyone else interested in buying these extension if Dereelight offered it?

 

[SCEMan]

No one else is interested? Hmmm...

 

[divine]

For a P60 module, you can run about any Surefire, Fivemega, Leef, or even Solarforce setup to let you run almost any battery configuration you can imagine.

I'm sure some would be bought for the CL1H, but it would be offset by these other options.

You don't need to run IMR16340's for that setup, but it's sort of a wash. The US Dereelight dealer says the runtime with normal RCR's and that MC-E Module is 36 minutes. You have the possibility of damaging your IMR's by overdischarging them.

So, for your really awkward CL1H setup, there are other already available options. For your less awkward DBS setup, the already available 2x18650 extension gives you more runtime.

 

[evenchaos]

Here here! I would really like to see a 2x18500 tube or extension tube and have already clamored over for it in the CFP marketplace. Unfortunately, there hasn't been anything posted regarding that for over a month.

Personally I would love to see the P60 2.4A MC-E module with a 2x18500 body for a nice EDC floodlight.

 

[maxilux]

???? What is the Problem ? Go to Dereelight or an Dealer and buy an extension tube.

 

[electric sheep]

Confused, i already have an extension tube for mine????? I run two 18650's or four RC123's or four CR123's.

 

[maxilux]

Confused, i already have an extension tube for mine????? I run two 18650's or four RC123's or four CR123's.

Thats what i mean, i hold one in hand now, they have in stock, look at dereelight website, no problem.

 

[SCEMan]

I realize there's a language issue so let me restate my original comments. I have the 2x18650 extension and have used it with my DBS MC-E. But for me it's too long for easy carry.

I have a CL1H v4 but do not use an extension - it's perfect as is.

The IMR16340s work great w/no brightness loss at all over time - but runtime is too short (as is RCR123). I want more runtime without the length of the 2x18650 extension tube.

A 2x18500 tube is short enough for me to carry and will give plenty of runtime. Plus it would balance better in the hand and make the tailcap switch easier to use.

I understand many are happy with the 2x18650 extension, that's great. I'd just like to see a 2x18500 extension tube offered as well.

 

[SCEMan]

I guess evanchaos and me are the only ones interested in a 2x18500 extension tube.

I would have thought with all the DBS v2-3 & CL1H v4 fans out there others would find this useful. Too bad...

 

[neoseikan]

I can produce it,
if more of you are interested in.

I guess evanchaos and me are the only ones interested in a 2x18500 extension tube.

I would have thought with all the DBS v2-3 & CL1H v4 fans out there others would find this useful. Too bad...

 

[MiniLux]

I would be interested in a 2 x 18500 extension for the CL1H v4 :wave:

MiniLux

 

[maxilux]

Now, i understand your problem, sorry.
I think it is no problem to make the tube shorter, when you know someone with a lathe. Or you make a complete new one like neoseikan says.

 

[Wilkerson Brasil]

I have a WE 9 Raider 2x18500 and for me it´s perfect balance between runtime, power and size. This setup should be more explored by manufactories.

 

[neoseikan]

Let's see how many people like it.

SCEMan = 1?
Minilux = 2 maybe.

10pcs will be a good start.
20pcs will be better.
Come on!

 

[SCEMan]

Well there's at least 3 of us interested it appears and neoseikan can make them if we have enough buyers. I wonder how many orders we would need to get Dereelight onboard?