SureFire A2 regulation problems

HEK_Hamburg

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Hi,

I have a Z3 with new generation KL3 and an A2 rd for LEO use.
The Z3 is for general use and the A2 is my back up.

Now I have a problem with my A2. It seems like the regulation is mad.

I have a clear white beam of light for 8-10 minutes with fresh batteries. Than the regulation drops down hard. The hotspot turns into an ugly yellow and is as bright as the red LEDs.

I use fresh Batterie Station CR123.

Any Ideas? Any experiences like this?


Thanks for your answers,

Metin Pichert
 

Flash_Gordon

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It might not be your light. There have been several reports lately on CPF of problems with Battery Station batteries.

As I recall they all came from the same batch number. The symptom is exactly as you describe. Brand new batteries installed and the light works normally for 10-20 minutes and then suddenly fades out and dies. You can probably find these post in the battery forum.

Suggest you try a fresh set of another brand of 123's. If your A2 behaves normally it will confirm you are having an issue with the Battery Station cells.

Mark
 

Size15's

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It could be that the TailCap is damaged, or the contacts are dirty.
I also suggest that you try a different brand of batteries to help narrow down the cause.

Al
 
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