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[SOLD] Custom MagAA OFC heatsink
The cloned version of the famous mariposaoyako OFC heatsink is now available.
Original at left, cloned version at right
Cloned version with retainer ring removed
For information on the original version, check here
https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/216656
mariposaoyako devised and made these sinks back in late 2008 to provide an alternative method in making custom LEs for MagAA usage. He has also made custom stainless steel lens bezel rings for MagAA which had since sold like hotcakes.
Unfortunately he is too busy at work (per previous communication) so he could not continue with this endeavor anymore, thus no more units nor support will be offered.
I've had these heatsinks made due to constant demand as well as personal needs.
The cloned version is manual machined (instead of the original which is CNC lathed, according to my machinist) so overall precision may not be as high. However overall functionality is unchanged.
(Since qualtiy economical CNC service is NOT AT ALL available in my area, manual machining becomes the only option. The machining process is aided by electronic calipers with precision up to a few Cs.)
The cloned version features a shorter retaining ring in hopes to lay flush with the center platform when tightened, but in the end the ring's height turns out a little lower than expected. Installation of certain emitters with larger footprint may still be possible, but not recommended.
The cloned version is machined from C1100 solid rod instead of the original's C1020.
I could only afford to have a very limited quantity made for this batch, and pricing will be a bit more expensive than mariposaoyako's initial price. I'm not gaining much from this sale though: most of the revenue will be to offset the machinist's expertise and overtime work needed to finish the sinks, extra time used for technical (and 3D) drawing by a friend, repeated trips to the machinist's workshop etc. etc.
Due to various unfavorable factors, a second run may not be ensued.
All sets are SOLD OUT as of 7/23/2011. Each set includes main canister, retaining ring, and three BM2x4 GND screws.
I have personally tested each sink to ensure effective fitting inside the MagAA body.
For amended installation instructions, see post 2.
Price will be $22 plus $5 registered shipping for the first set. Paypal only (must add surcharge regardless of CC or cash balance).
Available options:
Fraen LP optic $4 (2 available)
Carclo 6-deg optic ALL SOLD
I will not be responsible for lost or damaged shipment, nor any other postal mishaps -- especially if anyone chooses to forego registered shipping for standard shipping (included in base price).
Interested parties please reply to this thread and specify the number of sinks to be ordered. I will then send PM for payment instructions.
Any questions please post them here. Do not PM (box is full but cannot be cleared up anytime soon).
Thanks for reading.
The cloned version of the famous mariposaoyako OFC heatsink is now available.
Original at left, cloned version at right
Cloned version with retainer ring removed
For information on the original version, check here
https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/216656
mariposaoyako devised and made these sinks back in late 2008 to provide an alternative method in making custom LEs for MagAA usage. He has also made custom stainless steel lens bezel rings for MagAA which had since sold like hotcakes.
Unfortunately he is too busy at work (per previous communication) so he could not continue with this endeavor anymore, thus no more units nor support will be offered.
I've had these heatsinks made due to constant demand as well as personal needs.
The cloned version is manual machined (instead of the original which is CNC lathed, according to my machinist) so overall precision may not be as high. However overall functionality is unchanged.
(Since qualtiy economical CNC service is NOT AT ALL available in my area, manual machining becomes the only option. The machining process is aided by electronic calipers with precision up to a few Cs.)
The cloned version features a shorter retaining ring in hopes to lay flush with the center platform when tightened, but in the end the ring's height turns out a little lower than expected. Installation of certain emitters with larger footprint may still be possible, but not recommended.
The cloned version is machined from C1100 solid rod instead of the original's C1020.
I could only afford to have a very limited quantity made for this batch, and pricing will be a bit more expensive than mariposaoyako's initial price. I'm not gaining much from this sale though: most of the revenue will be to offset the machinist's expertise and overtime work needed to finish the sinks, extra time used for technical (and 3D) drawing by a friend, repeated trips to the machinist's workshop etc. etc.
Due to various unfavorable factors, a second run may not be ensued.
All sets are SOLD OUT as of 7/23/2011. Each set includes main canister, retaining ring, and three BM2x4 GND screws.
I have personally tested each sink to ensure effective fitting inside the MagAA body.
For amended installation instructions, see post 2.
Price will be $22 plus $5 registered shipping for the first set. Paypal only (must add surcharge regardless of CC or cash balance).
Available options:
Fraen LP optic $4 (2 available)
Carclo 6-deg optic ALL SOLD
I will not be responsible for lost or damaged shipment, nor any other postal mishaps -- especially if anyone chooses to forego registered shipping for standard shipping (included in base price).
Interested parties please reply to this thread and specify the number of sinks to be ordered. I will then send PM for payment instructions.
Any questions please post them here. Do not PM (box is full but cannot be cleared up anytime soon).
Thanks for reading.
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