ZebraLight SC600

[JA(me)S]

Dumb question: Is the LED replaceable/upgradeable?

Funny you should ask this - normally I'd say; "nope, not a chance with ZL". However, earlier today I was taking a closer look at the pics - and... well.. does the bezel look removable to anyone?

I'm not sure what it would really gain us - but in the past ZL was pretty much impenetrable. I know DeFrabricata has used his considerable talent on unsuspecting ZL lights (not sure if he's swapped LEDs though)...

Input from modders greatly appreciated!

-Jas.

 

[tygger]

By the way, it is completely remarkable to me how inconsequential the difference between 7 and 28 lumens is. I'm leaving my M2 on 7.

I am pretty psyched about the SC600, even though generally I shun rechargeable batteries. I would kill for 18650 primaries ... but even in their absence I think I want an 18650. In fact, if ALL levels are really non-PWM, I am going to really be very excited. The slow, slow PWM in the H51/SC51 is their only real shortcoming.

I agree the difference between M1/M2 output is not all that great. I usually stay in L2, M2, H2 (86 lumen) and have never felt I needed more light for the task. As far as rechargeables go, you'd be surprised. I was never a big rechargeable user and now I hardly use primaires anymore. There's something satisfying about leaving the house everyday with fully charged batteries. And of course, you can usually use primary 16340's as a backup in most 18650 lights. As long as you keep the discharge rate reasonable that is. Man, I hope Zebralight hurries it up with the neutral version.

 

[Overclocker]

ok so how does turbo work?

i suppose it kicks in at H1 then automatically ramps down to 500 lumens? if so how long? timer-controlled or temp-controlled? i hope the latter cuz if mounted on handlebars cooling is not a problem

as for the missing clip i'm sure my machinist can make one for me but shame on ZL for cutting corners on that one.

 

[jhc37013]

ok so how does turbo work?

i suppose it kicks in at H1 then automatically ramps down to 500 lumens? if so how long? timer-controlled or temp-controlled? i hope the latter cuz if mounted on handlebars cooling is not a problem

It may not be either, it's possible there is only a few moments of 700+ lumens on each battery charge before a constant 500. If so that's ok with me I don't see myself using the 750lmns very much anyways. I guess one of us could send an email to ZL and ask but I don't want to flood them with the same question a dozen times by different people.

 

[carl]

Jas,

I saw that bezel joint as well. Now that ZL is producing high-current (3Amps?) lights, it would be nice to use it as a platform for future high-power LED mods.

Your enlarged pic makes me realize the recessed switch doesn't have much of a rounded or chamfered edge, especially for a large thumb.

 

[jellydonut]

A bit intriguing, but not what I'm after presently.

Still looking forward to their new headlamps.

 

[HIDblue]

A bit intriguing, but not what I'm after presently.

Still looking forward to their new headlamps.

Jelly, what new headlamps?

 

[Zeruel]

Jelly, what new headlamps?

H61 with XM-L.... I hope.

 

[hazna]

a headlamp driven hard on a XML will get quite hot. I'd be concerned about wearing one on a head band.

 

[marcis]

H61 with XM-L.... I hope.

speaking of h61 check out this link I found ???? - http://www.illuminationgear.com/14301/273324.html

 

[pjandyho]

speaking of h61 check out this link I found ???? - http://www.illuminationgear.com/14301/273324.html

Ooooh ooooooh!!! I think it's going to be a H60 with an XM-L in there?

 

[HIDblue]

speaking of h61 check out this link I found ???? - http://www.illuminationgear.com/14301/273324.html

Nice find marcis...I smell an XM-L H61 coming in the near future. And to think, I almost bought an H60.

 

[Zeruel]

Wow... they heard me? oo:

 

[marcis]

Nice find marcis...I smell an XM-L H61 coming in the near future. And to think, I almost bought an H60.

Thank you!

 

[New User]

Just ordered one. Don't care about the clip. Not much bigger than the SC60, same beam, much better output. Looks great to me!

 

[JA(me)S]

Keep the hope for an X-ML headlamp from ZL - I know I am!

I reported the above info back in March in the headlamp forum. I think IlluminationGear was just getting his site ready - if the H61 became available (I'll confirm with him). When/if it does, and following ZL's naming sequence, an H61 would more than likely be X-PG based. If an X-ML based headlamp comes to fruition, it would likely be labeled an H600...

-Jas.

edit: Confirmed; IlluminationGear was just getting his site ready - if the H61 became available.

 

[applevision]

I am SUPER excited about this light!

To think: just a year ago or so, this light would have been almost unimaginable! It is amazing! I love my S12 Maelstrom but would love a slightly smaller light that is still a hand-cannon... and has a better UI... this is it!

Can't wait for the fellas to review this thing!

 

[mazingerz9]

Finally, a flashlight with knurling from Zebralight. I'm interested, definitely.
Great find.

 

[AusKipper]

Anyone know what the lux/throw is on it? (the SC600)

If its = or > than my Quark 123 Turbo (xpg)... then i'm going to make my GF very annoyed...

 

[srfreddy]

There's no way it will be, as an XML.