Which Reflector for the ROP low?
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I use the M@G stock reflector on my ROP low. It is terrific and focuses well.
That being said, I have a fivemega dual function cammed metal reflector on the ready line. Check out the "group buys and passarounds" sub-forum via the forum jump at the bottom of the page.
https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/112185
All the best,
oregon
That being said, I have a fivemega dual function cammed metal reflector on the ready line. Check out the "group buys and passarounds" sub-forum via the forum jump at the bottom of the page.
https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/112185
All the best,
oregon
VWTim
Enlightened
I too normally use a smooth stock reflector, although I have a Med. orange peel, that's closer to a Light peel. It smooths the beam out a bit more, but I do notice the loss in throw. I've also found with my particular ROP low bulb the globe isn't centered in the base. 
There is a m@glite thermal study in this forum you might find interesting. https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/115232&highlight=thermal
Run-time test (my first): ROP high bulb 2D with 6 AA NiMHs Borofloat lens and stock reflector: After being on and hand held for 5 minutes, indoors temp approx 65F, silver coating bubbles nearest bulb about 1/8 inch ring and blue plastic is hot but can be handled.
Now, where did I put that metal reflector?
All the best,
oregon
Run-time test (my first): ROP high bulb 2D with 6 AA NiMHs Borofloat lens and stock reflector: After being on and hand held for 5 minutes, indoors temp approx 65F, silver coating bubbles nearest bulb about 1/8 inch ring and blue plastic is hot but can be handled.
Now, where did I put that metal reflector?
All the best,
oregon
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PlayboyJoeShmoe
Flashaholic
My ROP HI is in a Light (very light!) Orange Peel.
It isn't SF quality beam by any stretch, but I see no rings/swirls.
It isn't SF quality beam by any stretch, but I see no rings/swirls.
mudman cj said:
Brilliant expose of the stock reflector. Concise verbage, clear pictures and quite interesting. Appreciate your taking it to failure. Thank you kindly.
I continue to use the stock reflectors in my one hotwire that doesn't have a metal reflector until I can replace it with a cammed MOP, medium orange peel, next year when fivemega has more available. Something to look forward to.
All the best,
oregon
I was thinking maybe MOP too. I'm not sure if the low ROP puts out enough to go to a heavier stippling. I made some up some of the stock reflectors with a medium heavier stippling last night and I'll see what that low ROP likes. Maybe if I post up some pics we could discuss it more.
adirondackdestroyer
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I'm using mine with a HS and it looks great! The beam is very very smooth (SF quality) but still has some serious throw!
frosty
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I have a MOP in the ROP low, which smooths it out a bit whilst still retaining good throw. In my Mag85 I'm using a LS, as the MOP doesn't smooth it out enough.
