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It's £35 - it wont be anything more complicated that three leads coming off the driver (i.e parallel).
Spec me an LED Torch
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Well after using my trusty MR Bulk Lionheart for many years that I got from CPF Forums I've decided its time to upgrade.
My budget is up to £40 and I'd like to run it using 18650's so is Amigafan's P-Rocket XM-L the one to buy at the moment or are we looking at a new batch of led's on the horizon?
My Lionheart has lasted me years so I don't mind waiting some more.
Just an idea but could I mod my Lionheart?
You've probably not heard of it but it was a major light in its day and were exchanging hands for quite a lot of cash.
My budget is up to £40 and I'd like to run it using 18650's so is Amigafan's P-Rocket XM-L the one to buy at the moment or are we looking at a new batch of led's on the horizon?
My Lionheart has lasted me years so I don't mind waiting some more.
Just an idea but could I mod my Lionheart?
You've probably not heard of it but it was a major light in its day and were exchanging hands for quite a lot of cash.
Deleted member 66701
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Well after using my trusty MR Bulk Lionheart for many years that I got from CPF Forums I've decided its time to upgrade.
My budget is up to £40 and I'd like to run it using 18650's so is Amigafan's P-Rocket XM-L the one to buy at the moment or are we looking at a new batch of led's on the horizon?
My Lionheart has lasted me years so I don't mind waiting some more.
Just an idea but could I mod my Lionheart?
You've probably not heard of it but it was a major light in its day and were exchanging hands for quite a lot of cash.
Buy my P-Rocket XP-G
It's a better thrower than the XM-L version and as it's only driven @ 1.4a you'll get twice the runtime The XM-L version is more of a toy - a "wow" light - but the XP-G version will be more useable.
All in my unbiased opinion ofc
That does look good, I would however worry a bit about what appears to be a strike bezel on it...
In our PC loving health and safety society it could very well be construed to be a weapon.
Actually legally construed as
Sorry, I'm not following?
Are you saying it is already classified as a weapon?
I'm just saying that it might be interpreted to be one due to the strike bezel - random stop and search (not uncommon for young people in large cities) from an officer who regards it as one could maybe land you in trouble?
ah yeah thats what I'm getting at
Though I don't believe there are separate classifications for weapons specifically for self defence - there are just 'offensive weapons'....
If this is classed as one then I'd be a bit hesitant to carry it about unless specifically on say a camping trip etc... even then something without the strike bezel might be better in the UK.
That's the phrase i was looking for!
Been a long time since I read statutes and all my legal terminology has seeped away in my post-degree bliss ^_^
Ok made my 3 posts so I can view profiles and going to place my order soon.
Just 1 more question, I can't decide on what colour temp to go for. What would be closest to a Fenix TK12 and LD20, as I like the colour temp of these.
Not sure if cool white would be too blue?
Just 1 more question, I can't decide on what colour temp to go for. What would be closest to a Fenix TK12 and LD20, as I like the colour temp of these.
Not sure if cool white would be too blue?
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Guys, been looking for one as a bike light, at the moment, I have a B&Q 120 lu cree jobbie (I suspect it is more like 80-90 in reality though) which is not bad esp for £15 and the batteries have lasted ages
I have been looking at this which is just a random no brand cree torch http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290584181920&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
or Ultrafire http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120652171607&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT or http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250851958303&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
I don't want to import and my question is, am I going to go wrong for this sort of money as they include chargers and batteries and some have the bike mounts?
I have been looking at this which is just a random no brand cree torch http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290584181920&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
or Ultrafire http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120652171607&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT or http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250851958303&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
I don't want to import and my question is, am I going to go wrong for this sort of money as they include chargers and batteries and some have the bike mounts?
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Nowhere near 900lumens - more like 180.
I'd avoid both of them.
If that's you're budget go for:-
http://www.shiningbeam.com/servlet/the-208/***NEW***--ShiningBeam-S-dsh-mini/Detail
Or if you want a tighter beam:-
http://www.shiningbeam.com/servlet/the-219/mg-P-dsh-rocket/Detail
I don't want to import and my question is, am I going to go wrong for this sort of money as they include chargers and batteries and some have the bike mounts?[/QUOTE]
Oh, and don't forget:-
http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/sh...-Mini-AA2-and-MG-Procket-XP-G-neutral-UK-only
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I agree the form factor is nicer but you will not get the same output.
I also question the size of the head on the P Rocket as it is extremely small and will have an XM-L cooking in no time at all when being fed 2.8A.
Did you not look at my beam shots? The other light in that beam shot is pulling 3.0A at the tailcap.
I can tell you now that a single XM-L (even driven at 2.8A) will not give the light output that is shown in my post.
The light is also very well regulated, unlike the P Rocket (with the 2.8A driver). It will go for over an hour in regulation and the heat sink is excellent.. Did I mention it is only costs £31?
It isn't that much of a thrower but if you like LED lights; you would be very foolish to ignore this light as for £ per lumens you can't do any better right now.
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I have just ordered one of these for a bit of fun.
http://www.manafont.com/product_inf...s-3modes-memory-flashlight-218650-rev2-p-7570
It seems to get good reviews for the price.
Edit Just noticed 2StepSteve has already got one.
http://www.manafont.com/product_inf...s-3modes-memory-flashlight-218650-rev2-p-7570
It seems to get good reviews for the price.
Edit Just noticed 2StepSteve has already got one.
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I'm new to the scene and looking at getting a Fenix TK15 can anyone recommend anything better or more powerful for between £50-70.
Size is no problem just preferably no more than 2 x CR123 batteries or 1 x 18650.
Size is no problem just preferably no more than 2 x CR123 batteries or 1 x 18650.
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I have seen the TK21 for £67 from here:
http://www.bestofferbuy.com/Fenix-T...ce=gbase&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=gbase_uk
Not sure on the differences of the LED used in this and the TK15 but it appears to have more lumens.
Anyone know if that site is legit? seems a lot cheaper than other stores.
http://www.bestofferbuy.com/Fenix-T...ce=gbase&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=gbase_uk
Not sure on the differences of the LED used in this and the TK15 but it appears to have more lumens.
Anyone know if that site is legit? seems a lot cheaper than other stores.
Why do Fennix torches cost so much then? the same goes for LED Lensers. I have seen them in person and they don't really look or feel any more waterproof/tough than the SolarForce host I have. Not tried dropping one though but the SF certainly can take being dropped with force on a brick!