KL3 vs KL1 runtime and output

Tajji

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Why is the KL3 has a higher runtime and similar overall output than the KL1? Does it have a better regulation curcuit?

According to flashlightreviews.com by using 2x123a

KL1: runtime (50%) / throw / overall output = 2hr 51min / 1600 / 2300

KL3: runtime (50%) / throw / overall output = 3hr 40min / 2860 / 2150

Base on the above data, KL3 is more efficient than the KL1.
 

jtice

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I think it is more efficient,
and manages the heat better.

Ive been thinking about getting a kl3 for a while now.

~John
 

Tajji

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jtice,

I am waiting for the KL3 to be delivered. I'll run it in the C3 with 2 protected 17500. My estimated runtime is around 5 hours. It's going to be a LED thrower with long runtime. May be I'll replace the stock tailcap with a 2 stage tailcap later.
 

jtice

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That sounds great Tajji,

I have an L5 and like it alot.
I bored it out to run on 18650 cells,

A KL3 would go along with it great, as a longer runtime option.
Let me know what you think of it.

I would really like to see its beam compared to an Inova T4.
The lack of spill is all im worried about.
Kinda the exact oposite of the KL5 though, so I guess it would go well with it.

~John
 
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