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    Hi Poppy, Thanks for your detailed breakdown. I appreciate the input! Here are my responses: It looks like we're firing on almost all cylinders here. The only one we're missing (and it's a big one), is the multiple brightness levels, and automatic shut off! I'd also argue that we are the...
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    While I'm at it, I forgot about this image: This is a picture of an evaluation board that we used to make. For reference, it is 1.2 inches on each side. We use a very similar circuit in the R-PAL, with a different layout and a more robust chip (the 905). As you can see, the circuit is...
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    Hi Phaserburn, I apologize for the lack of updates. We've been busy trying to tighten up quality control. We are, in fact, making progress on the lens with the potential for a diffuser-type of setup. LEDAdd1ct has been in touch with us, and I've filled him in on some details that I will...
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    At the moment, no. To be completely honest, we are focusing mostly on quality control and accessibility. We're also trying to offer bundles that come with one or more R-PALs, some batteries, and a charger. We have been talking to a few plastic companies to try and see if they can improve the...
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    Hi LEDAdd1ct, Here are a few quick answers to your questions: At this point, I am not sure. We are currently using poly carbonate, and we are pushing real hard to get a better finish on the lens. At the moment, we are even looking for a new plastic house to see if they can mold the part...
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    Ok, so instead of posting a bunch of images, I've placed them all in a video with transitions and captions for the brightness levels. I'll try and follow up with one without the lens.. but hopefully the video will be enough. Please excuse the smudge on the lens, I didn't see it until after I...
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    We just might if it works out. I've been spending quite a bit of time with it, and am still undecided. I do like it though. My boss isn't a huge fan, but we're just two opinions in a sea of many. We will definitely have to do something about the tint, although it doesn't have as bad of an...
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    Whew, sorry for the delay. It looks like I'm going to have to set up better for more detailed pictures, but here are some preliminary ones. IMHO, when looking at the translucent version of the lens, the tint appears to be pinkish :faint:. Definitely not intentional, but again, surprisingly...
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    I'll be able to grab some samples from the office tomorrow, and will post pictures soon after. A small disclaimer though -the plastic used is slightly tinted and is not intentional (:shrug:). I'll try and get shots using all of the brightness levels.
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    Yes and no. For all intents and purposes, it is the same as any other 18650 battery. The differences lie within the capacity (3350 mAh typical) and physical dimensions (a protected cell is generally longer and slightly larger in diameter). You can charge it in a regular 18650 charger, as long...
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    Hi Phaserburn, We've actually fabricated some translucent lenses, but the effect is not that great. Other companies have tried it with relative success: there is a lantern out there called the Clamplight Backpack by Blackfire. I am not sure if they make it still (I can't find it on their...
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    Hi Martinaee, that lantern is the CREE 40426 / Favourlight LTC-1613AA-W. There is a comparison video of it here on our YouTube channel: http://youtu.be/G17pFV5VNNw It is actually one of the only other lanterns to use a warmer color temperature, and advertises it as such. The yellow lantern...
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    Here are some more shots of a larger version. The idea is that you would be able to fold the diffuser / shade up into the size of single panel. It would easily fit in your wallet / pocket / whatever. Notice the lack of a dark spot. This is due to the 30 degree angle of the panels casting...
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    Hi Phaserburn, I have an action shot of one of our prototype mock ups, but I can't speak to how close we are to a solution yet. The idea for this particular setup was to have a slip-on shade / diffuser. The shade portion would for an approximate 30 degree angle, casting light directly down...
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    Whoops, sorry for the late reply. By color, I had meant the color of the device itself, although we are working on creating a red lens that can be swapped out. So far, our most requested color is black, but we are thinking of mocking up a few painted prototypes just to show off what is capable...
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