Im thinking of getting a 2 stage switch for my SF L4 & L1
I see that tailcap resistors vary from 15 ohms to 60 ohms
can someone explain the pros/cons of the different values?
more resistance, less output. Although it depends on the amount of light you need/feel comfortable with, I see people setting down for the 15 and 22 ohms ones. YMMV I'm a brightness junkie; I'd probably get a 15 one
thanks for the info, so the tailcap resistor effects how bright the light is?? Any clue as to what ohm the factory tailcap is on the L4 & L1?
So I'll assume a 15ohm would be a real battery sucker...guess the 22ohm would be a happy medium?
I have the L4 and (new) KL1 head with a 22ohm Aleph trim tailcap. It is a nice combination for indoor outdoor work. The low setting is more that enough for inside the house and inside 15 feet. I usually only use the higher setting when outdoors, and wanting to see a good distance. This is the best combination of flashlight that I have owned - great EDC and self defense light. All from SureFireParts.