Want simple, small, bright 1 x AAA light

Is there anything out there yet?

I typically carry a small CR2 3-watt in my pocket when I want my smallest option. Looking to dump this and go to a AAA. My thinking is that the batteries are cheaper, output now could be comparable, and size smaller (lenght similar but width slimmer).

So, I am not able to find something I want....

The LOD-CE just has too many levels. I don't want something that starts on low. And the other Fenix AAAs just don't have the lumens I want.

My criteria would be:
-small 2.5" or so long.
-fairly bright (35-40 lumen+)
-Have only one level or at least start on high so I can ignore the yest.
-$50 or less

Any help would be appreciated. Anything coming out soon that may fit the bill? Anyone know the specs on the F-Mini (although Lumapower lights always seem to be a bit on the big side).

Thanks.
-Derek

Have you looked at the "Baltic" by Peak Led Solutions? It is a 1-level light and you can order it in 1 of 4 different output settings and get it with a Seoul or a Luxeon Led. You can also order it in 2 or 3 different finishes... the Pacific by Peak is also a AAA light. They're twisites, though, if that makes a difference.

Thanks I will take a look. I figure you have to comprimise a twistie for the small size. I've got the larger 123 clickies.

i mod this - http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.891
with this LED - https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/150918
very bright with li-ion 10440 cell and not too bad with AAA Sanyo eneloop.
Build quality also good and a single mode light.

Gointothelight said:

Have you looked at the "Baltic" by Peak Led Solutions? It is a 1-level light and you can order it in 1 of 4 different output settings and get it with a Seoul or a Luxeon Led. You can also order it in 2 or 3 different finishes... the Pacific by Peak is also a AAA light. They're twisites, though, if that makes a difference.

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I use a Baltic Stainless Steel (SP highest output) light with momentary switch and 2AAA body for my EDC penlight. It is so bright it became my EDC. Was thinking about stepping down the power output one step to UP to extend the runtime and cut heat production and it will be brighter with the SSC P4 LED. The light costs $50 for HA-III aluminum or brass although you have to add $10 for stainless steel.

What type of AAA cells are you planning on using? Lithium or NiMH rechargables work best although the UP version will work with an alkaline if need be.

nanotech17 said:

i mod this - http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.891
with this LED - https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/150918
very bright with li-ion 10440 cell and not too bad with AAA Sanyo eneloop.
Build quality also good and a single mode light.

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Same here, I love this light. It's always on my keychain, extremely portable and light output is good unmodded.

I intended to mod a Cree in mine but the Edison emitter looks like it would be even easier. Do you have any pics? Beam shots?

Derek, have you looked at Huntlights AAA light? They have several versions, with HAIII Ano. and select bin LEDS. LIGHTHOUND has them.

Nano, do you have those in stock? Are you selling them? If so, how bright and how much?

Hamp, the Huntlights look like a nice option. Too bad they don't have them with SSC or Crees. Although they did put some SSC ones out. What is the main difference in the S and R bin Luxeon. Looks like same runtime and lumens.??

Anyone know where the SSC version can be bought? And/or a black option?

Thanks.

dbn, that one is not for sale ( sorry ) but it was very-very bright with li-ion 10440.
itch808, i will try to take some photos and i will PM you and dbn.

dbn,huntlight AAA also comes in SSC and i have that too.
Look at my signature

Nano, do you know were you can buy the Huntlight SSC?
Can't find it.

nanotech17 said:

i mod this - http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.891
with this LED - https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/150918
very bright with li-ion 10440 cell and not too bad with AAA Sanyo eneloop.
Build quality also good and a single mode light.

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Nanotech17, I have two questions for you: how hard is it to get the light engine out of this light? Is it potted? Second, how does the edison compare to the SSC P4? I don't know much about the former. Thanks

dbhn, you can buy it here - https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/154898.
Marcus,
To open the ultrafire aaa is easy becoz the head thread is not epoxied.
To open the LOD SE is serious PITA!It hurts both my thumb knuckles but i made it.
I'm about to post the photos so please wait

ok, you can visit my web gallery .
http://shw.fotopages.com/14495019.html

nanotech17 said:

i mod this - http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.891
with this LED - https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/150918
very bright with li-ion 10440 cell and not too bad with AAA Sanyo eneloop.
Build quality also good and a single mode light.

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Seems interesting. Too bad not in stock now.

Is the mod possible with a seoul?

nobody said anything about the brinkmann 3w from target.comes in plastic and aluminum.uses 3 aaa in a carrier.deep reflector.my first luxeon edc.
and it's only 20 bucks..direct drive though. def a noobie light but great for your first bright throwy led.

BentHeadTX said:

+1
I use a Baltic Stainless Steel (SP highest output) light with momentary switch and 2AAA body for my EDC penlight. It is so bright it became my EDC. Was thinking about stepping down the power output one step to UP to extend the runtime and cut heat production and it will be brighter with the SSC P4 LED. The light costs $50 for HA-III aluminum or brass although you have to add $10 for stainless steel.

What type of AAA cells are you planning on using? Lithium or NiMH rechargables work best although the UP version will work with an alkaline if need be.

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How do you get a 2aaa body?? I couldnt find any information for that.

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John Cavanaugh

The LOD-CE is the closest thing,

No one has mentioned it, but the LOD-CE doesn't start on low, but on medium, it's not a bad UI. The order is: medium-low-high-strobe-SOS. I never use the strobe or SOS. So, when you turn it on the light is on medium. Two twists get you to high. It seems to be able to take a li-ion 10440 too. It puts out more than 50 lumens (high on NiMH battery) on medium on 10440 and over 100 lumens on high.

aceo07 said:

Seems interesting. Too bad not in stock now.

Is the mod possible with a seoul?

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Yes it's possible with a seoul