Flashlight using 18350?

[Bong85]

Hi guys! I recently purchased the wrong kind of batteries, wanted ca123 but got a pair of 18350. I want to make use of them but cant seem to find any flashligts that uses it. can i use two of them to replace a single 18650 ? suggestions of flashlight would be very helpful, I did post a similar question a couple of weeks ago but i dont know were it went, it should be in the right tread so let's see. thank you

 

[nfetterly]

You can use two 18350s - BUT - the voltage will now be twice that of an 18650. So you need a light that is capable of 3.7v (4.2 fully charged) to 7.4v (8.4v fully charged). Not necessarily common. I use mine on my Mt-G2 drop-ins as they need the voltage from the two cells. I also use it on some incandescent applications. You need to look at the voltage range and also be aware that the 18350s are typically hi amperage capable cells (IMR) - if the unit is running "direct drive" (non-regulated) you may run the risk of burning out the LED.

I think that covers the basics. You can read all about batteries in the battery section of CPF.

 

[ShineOnYouCrazyDiamond]

Why not return them and get the right batteries?

 

[Dubois]

Why not return them and get the right batteries?

What! You mean pass on the idea of buying a new light? Shame on you.:naughty:

Buy a Jetbeam RRT-01 - 18350's work in that light.

 

[ShineOnYouCrazyDiamond]

LOL - what was I thinking.......

 

[DrafterDan]

FiveMega has some sales threads for an E-Series style (that's sure fire's E2E model). It's a 18350 body and a clicky push-button only, but Lumens Factory makes a head that can fits it. I know because I did it myself. I'll see about getting a photo of that one tonight and posting it. An alternate is that body with a Malkoff Devices VME head. MD does make a M60 built for lithium-ion batteries, but don't know the voltage range off the top of my head.

~D

 

[TEEJ]

Tmac also makes some sweet LASERS that use two 18350

:devil:

Vinh makes some killer lights that use them too, in addition to the suggestions above.

One of my fav uses is in the Klarus XT11, as it runs like a FIEND on them.

 

[DrafterDan]

Here's the FM body with a Lumens Factory 3 speed head
http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l486/DragonDan108/Flashlights/2014-09-29 20.20.29.jpg


http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l486/DragonDan108/Flashlights/2014-09-29 20.21.05.jpg

And same body with Malkoff VME head
http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l486/DragonDan108/Flashlights/2014-09-29 20.21.35.jpg

 

[Bong85]

Tmac also makes some sweet LASERS that use two 18350

:devil:

Vinh makes some killer lights that use them too, in addition to the suggestions above.

One of my fav uses is in the Klarus XT11, as it runs like a FIEND on them.

That laser Tmac thing sounded very interesting, but couldt find any about it on google? do you have a link?

 

[Bong85]

thanks man for you taking the time to take pictures, ill consider doing something similar to what you did! thanks

Here's the FM body with a Lumens Factory 3 speed head
http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l486/DragonDan108/Flashlights/2014-09-29%2020.20.29.jpg


http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l486/DragonDan108/Flashlights/2014-09-29 20.21.05.jpg

And same body with Malkoff VME head
http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l486/DragonDan108/Flashlights/2014-09-29%2020.21.35.jpg

 

[billabong]

Hi all,
Looking to see what's out there currently in the "flashlights that use an 18350 cell" market.

Got 2 x free with my Xtar VP4 charger.


cheers

 

[Poppy]

Hi all,
Looking to see what's out there currently in the "flashlights that use an 18350 cell" market.

Got 2 x free with my Xtar VP4 charger.


cheers

Convoy makes a short body for the S2+ in different colors

 

[billabong]

Convoy makes a short body for the S2+ in different colors

Thanks Poppy, I'll have a wee look for it.

 

[ven]

+1 to poppy, s2+ is a decent all round light, throw in an 18350 body and now an even more compact light. Aliexpress, simon is the man..............

Other option, solarforce L2m , comes in 18350 form with an extender for 18650 fuel. Can be bought for around $10 from solarforce sales




Next to a 6p


Pick your p60 and good to go as the l2m is a host(empty flashlight) p60=engine basically. Sportac do some nice options for value, UK prices around £30 from flashaholics(nichia 219B 2 mode is great)

 

[MartinDWhite]

There is also the MD1 option (a convert Malkoff MD2) that I sell. See link in my sig.

 

[ven]

^^^ yes, solid dependable work horse

Also, you could throw 2x 18350's in an 18650 host to feed 8.4v to an xhp70 or mt-g2 led, for a nice 3500 ish lumen hot rod.

Quite a few options..............and the odd crazy one

 

[billabong]

^^^ yes, solid dependable work horse

Also, you could throw 2x 18350's in an 18650 host to feed 8.4v to an xhp70 or mt-g2 led, for a nice 3500 ish lumen hot rod.

Quite a few options..............and the odd crazy one

MMMmmm well I did get two gratis 18350's . . . :twothumbs

 

[Tachead]

Armytek Prime C1 Pro. It comes in warm or cool and can run on CR123a, RCR123(16340), or 18350. Great light imo.

 

[gunga]

How do you like it vs say zebralight etc? I'm interested but I'm not sure about getting another UI. Still, shipping from Canada...

 

[Tac Gunner]

This is the only 18350 light I own but boy it puts out the light. I've been carrying it everyday for over a year and have been really impressed with it.
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb...C-Solarforce-L2-with-XHP50-drop-in&highlight=