Confused by TLE-6EX

santza · Mar 29, 2008

I have this TLE-6EX: http://store.led-replacement.com/tle6k2.html
better picture here: http://www.batteryjunction.com/tle-6k2.html

It is supposed to be SSC P4 emitter but it looks to me more like a luxeon k2, am I right?

luxeon k2:http://electronicdesign.com/files/29/12047/Figure_01.jpg
SSC P4:http://www.dealextreme.com/productimages/sku_2026_1.jpg

Which one it is? And why it's advertised as SSC P4 if it is K2???

santza · Mar 29, 2008

I took also photos of the one I own:
Packaging:http://img43.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=91548_DSC00929_122_820lo.JPG
Module from above:http://img111.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=91529_DSC00926_122_827lo.JPG
Module from side:http://img157.imagevenue.com/view.php?image=91541_DSC00928_122_973lo.JPG

sorry for not so good pics

santza · Mar 29, 2008

Even tough I ordered the newer SSC P4 version, LED-Replacement.com sent me the older K2 version!?! Am I right? Can I send the module back and demand the right product?

this link on ebay looks like the same packaging that mine has is from the older K2 version:

http://cgi.ebay.com/TERRALUX-K2-LED...370449QQihZ015QQcategoryZ106987QQcmdZViewItem

acourvil · Mar 29, 2008

I was told that all the new ones are the new K2. I preferred my old SSC P4 version, but that now resides in my wife's light.

santza · Mar 29, 2008

acourvil said:
I was told that all the new ones are the new K2. I preferred my old SSC P4 version, but that now resides in my wife's light.

So this is TFFC K2, not the old one?

Marduke · Mar 29, 2008

There are several versions, including the SSC and K2 TFFC. Right now, it is very common for there to be a discrepancy between the stock photos, and description used on websites selling the dropin.

You might be able to get a partial refund since they clearly advertise SSC and sent K2. Would be easier than shipping both ways.

Gunner12 · Mar 29, 2008

If there is a 4x4 grid of small "holes" on the die of the LED, you got the newer TFFC K2 version. If not, try to get a refund.

The Seoul would be a bit brighter, but the Seoul will shift blue when it overheats while the K2 will stay stable.

0dBm · Mar 29, 2008

I purchased this module for the Maglite 2C variant. Prior to the sale, I contacted the manufacturer and was fortunate to have reached a design engineer and we spoke extensively.

This individual stated the the current versions use the SSC P4 LED, however the newer versions shall incorporate a "newer, brighter LED."

He did not precisely state what that LED shall be.

The conversation occurred in October 2007.

santza · Mar 29, 2008

Gunner12 said:
If there is a 4x4 grid of small "holes" on the die of the LED, you got the newer TFFC K2 version. If not, try to get a refund.

The Seoul would be a bit brighter, but the Seoul will shift blue when it overheats while the K2 will stay stable.

Yes this is the newer TFFC emitter. Those "holes" are clearly visible with magnifying glass.

I'm not going to make an issue of this. The drop-in works well, doesnt seem to heat throttle, and has very very good tint so I'm keeping this..
If it was the old luxeonk2 it would have been different..

Thanks very much for helping to identify the emitter!

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