borofloat lens with diffuser film
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The 22.6mm should fit. Don't know how well the diffuser works but let us know if you try. Also, make sure you put an O-ring between the retaining ring (metal) and the borofloat (glass). You want a proper interface between the two.
The film works well, I think. I've been using it on the stock lens. I'm waiting for my borofloat lens with the film. I prefer the wider, softer hotspot, especially for up close use like reading. The tiny hotspot is a little annoying for that. I wish I could keep the spill the same, though. With the film it's fuzzier. Still there though. What I would really like is to be able to have the film but somehow unhinge it it when I need more throw. But 99% of my needs are filled with the film.
chumley
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I recently ordered 2 LSL-S from Arc. The second one I received had rings in the area surrounding the violet hotspot. I thought about sending it back, but first I tried WriteRite on the lens. Problem solved, the bright violet hotspot was reduced, and the rings were gone. It is a better light for close up work. That is a easy cheap fix without have to take the light apart.
Sprocketman
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Check here for my comment on the Surefire beam spreader. I ultimately decided that it was just too evenly spread and went back to my LSL-P.
I have not tried WriteRite ($$$) but Scotch Magic Tape will diffuse the beam too. I still want some hotspot for throw. Maybe a diffuser disk with a hole in the middle would work. I just can't stand the idea of cutting down on the light output and messing up the LSL's nice beam.
I have not tried WriteRite ($$$) but Scotch Magic Tape will diffuse the beam too. I still want some hotspot for throw. Maybe a diffuser disk with a hole in the middle would work. I just can't stand the idea of cutting down on the light output and messing up the LSL's nice beam.
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