anybody got a BCS Powerstik 8AA, I have questions

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 18, 2006

It comes with two types of bulbs an 500ma and a 900ma both are 3.6volts.

they are supposed to be a special bulb, but they look similar to a standard PR type bulb that you find in a maglite.

my question is, will a 3 cell maglite bulb be compatible as long as it`s under 900ma.

here is a link, so that you know what i am talking about.

http://www.flashlightreviews.com/reviews/lightingpro_powerstik.htm

thankyou.

John.

AshA4 · Sep 18, 2006

I've got one and you can experiment with bulbs.

I use a mag 3 cell bulb in it and it works fine.

Not really sure why FLR states you MUST use the included bulbs for it to work properly, unless its to guarentee the listed runtimes.

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 18, 2006

hello AshA4

thanks for the good news, I was worried i would have to buy special bulbs.

what do you think of the adapter, is it worth the money.

have you used yours much.

thanks

John.

AshA4 · Sep 18, 2006

For what it's intended for I suppose it's a good product. I think it would be more suitable for poweroutages/emergency use with the regulation.

Let's face it, using a 3 cell mag bulb in a 2 cell body doesn't really get me excited even if it is regulated.

I put mine in one of those "classic" style lights from Wallyworld and put it in a drawer.

buba · Sep 18, 2006

Its a good unit. Fivemega once offered potted strion bulbs that made it very bright.

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 18, 2006

any idea of the maximum current it can handle at 3.6volts without blowing up.

accutually i am more into run time than brightness.

I wonder what is the lowest ma a PR 3.6volt bulb comes in.

thanks.

John.

MSI · Sep 19, 2006

The Powerstick is rated 2A max. The Strion bulb, which is close to that max rating, sure makes it throw far, but the spot will be very small.

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 19, 2006

hello MSI.

how do you know that the max rating is 2amp, is it in the instructions or have you had a peek at the regulator.

I am still waiting for mine to be delivered.

regards

John.

MSI · Sep 19, 2006

TinderBox (UK) said:
how do you know that the max rating is 2amp, is it in the instructions or have you had a peek at the regulator.

Fivemega said so in his sale thread. I think I may have read it in the instruction sheet as well, but can't find that now.

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 19, 2006

thanks MSI, a lot to read.

john.

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 27, 2006

does anybody know if it will work with nimh batterys.

as on zinc-carbon, alkaline and lithium are mentioned on the website.

thankyou.

John.

Lurveleven · Sep 27, 2006

Yes it will.

Sigbjoern

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 27, 2006

I wonder if it would be possible to recharge the batteries without having to remove them from the adaptor, it would be quite a time saver.

thankyou.

John.

Lurveleven · Sep 27, 2006

You will have to remove the batteries for charging.

Sigbjoern

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 27, 2006

I thought if i connect my smart charger to the + end of the adaptor and the - on the springs at the bottom battery`s

It looks like the electronic are at the bottom under the springs.

I don`t have my adaptor yet so i cant tell for certain, are you certain.

regards.

John.

Lurveleven · Sep 27, 2006

If you bypass the regulator then you may be able to do it yes. Be aware that the batteries are in a 2p x 4s setup.

Sigbjoern

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 27, 2006

both sets of batterys will just charge in parallel.

you must have one of these adaptor Sigbjoern.

thanks for your help

John.

turbodog · Sep 27, 2006

I was the one who originally found this device. And I can confirm the 2A max bulb amps is correct.

It's not terribly bright, but since it IS regulated the light is really white.

If you're looking for extra bulbs I would find one that actually has 3.6v stamped on the bulb. I think the halogen mag bulbs (3 cell) are rated at 3.6v.

It's a nice unit, and if I were going to use a 2d light exclusively I would consider it a must have.

TinderBox (UK) · Sep 27, 2006

hello turbodog do you have anymore information on the 3.6volt halogen mag bulbs.

thankyou.

John.

PS. the closest i can find are 4.0v halogen.

Lurveleven · Sep 27, 2006

TinderBox (UK) said:
you must have one of these adaptor Sigbjoern.

Yes I have, but I don't know where it is right now (can only find the box). It is probably having a party with the lost M2 reflectors

Sigbjoern

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