Wiz2 and McE2S question

[Fitz]

I searched and couldn't find an answer to this- I've seen where Bernhard has stated that there are problems with using the McE2S with the Wiz2 drivers (flicker) and that it's not recommended. I notice that the Shoppe is selling TK Alephs with the 1.5X123 bodies using the Wiz2 and with a McE2S switch. Has the conflict between the Wiz2 and 2 stage switches been solved, or is it just not that big of a problem?

 

[Chop]

Depending on the bias and battery configuration, you will get varying degrees of success running the Wiz2 in low mode. When running on a 1X123 or li-ion, I've found 7 ohms of resistance to work well. You really have to feel it out, because no two lights are exactly alike, due mostly to variances in luxeons.

 

[tylerdurden]

Also note that if it becomes too much of an issue, you can always convert the McE2S into a single-stage cap by disassembling it and putting it back together with the resistor board and inner spring reversed.

 

[Fitz]

Thanks for the explanation. I guess lower resistance is best then with these. 10 ohm with a Pila 150S should work out OK then.