Re: modified tn 31
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Modified TN31
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Re: modified tn 31
Hi Saabluster,
Potentially interested in this light, but I could do with some clarification.
I was under the impression that candela = lux / (distance to source)^2, so that 1cd = 1 lux @ 1m, is that correct?
Many other people have measured the TN31 at 70-80K lux @ 1 meter, which, if I'm correct above, is the same as 70-80 Kcd. But you measure it as 130 Kcd in stock condition. If I'm correct about lux and candela I'm interested as to why your measurement is significantly higher than others?
EDIT: Found my answer in another thread, you believe Thrunite made a large error in their measurement process.
I think I know how your modification works, but I don't want to post it here in case I'm correct, so I will PM you if I can work it out...simply out of interest. I hope that's ok.
Deeksie
Hi Saabluster,
Potentially interested in this light, but I could do with some clarification.
I was under the impression that candela = lux / (distance to source)^2, so that 1cd = 1 lux @ 1m, is that correct?
Many other people have measured the TN31 at 70-80K lux @ 1 meter, which, if I'm correct above, is the same as 70-80 Kcd. But you measure it as 130 Kcd in stock condition. If I'm correct about lux and candela I'm interested as to why your measurement is significantly higher than others?
EDIT: Found my answer in another thread, you believe Thrunite made a large error in their measurement process.
I think I know how your modification works, but I don't want to post it here in case I'm correct, so I will PM you if I can work it out...simply out of interest. I hope that's ok.
Deeksie
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Re: modified tn 31
He put them up for sale, the info's on the web site...do we need tweets about what he had for breakfast too?
*crickets*
He put them up for sale, the info's on the web site...do we need tweets about what he had for breakfast too?
Re: modified tn 31
You're preaching to the choir, I bought one when he first put them up.
He put them up for sale, the info's on the web site...do we need tweets about what he had for breakfast too?
You're preaching to the choir, I bought one when he first put them up.
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Oztorchfreak
Flashlight Enthusiast
Update on saabluster's progress.
Michael has just told me he is very busy getting into the product building and is in the final stage of the TN31 builds.
He said I could relay this information onto other CPFers that may be concerned with the timeframe of his work.
He would rather work hard at the moment and get back to the forum about where he is at later.
He does not want to spend too much of his time making promises about final deadlines and rather knuckle down with the job at hand.
I think he has reassured me that everything is proceeding well but slower than even he thought.
He said he has five finished TN31s at the moment.
Cheers
Michael has just told me he is very busy getting into the product building and is in the final stage of the TN31 builds.
He said I could relay this information onto other CPFers that may be concerned with the timeframe of his work.
He would rather work hard at the moment and get back to the forum about where he is at later.
He does not want to spend too much of his time making promises about final deadlines and rather knuckle down with the job at hand.
I think he has reassured me that everything is proceeding well but slower than even he thought.
He said he has five finished TN31s at the moment.
Cheers
Fresh Light
Enlightened
Re: Update on saabluster's progress.
Very cool,
Thanks for the update. Maybe i'll get one of those 5. I looked to see when I placed my order and it was 8/29. I think it really put him behind with the slow delivery and the finish that SL had to remove. I think he's doing a fine job for these being the first ones. De-doming Xml is no easy process like it is with the SST lights so there are bound to be some hickups. Thanks for the update, I know having to reply to a ton of emails asking about the status is no fun.
Very cool,
Thanks for the update. Maybe i'll get one of those 5. I looked to see when I placed my order and it was 8/29. I think it really put him behind with the slow delivery and the finish that SL had to remove. I think he's doing a fine job for these being the first ones. De-doming Xml is no easy process like it is with the SST lights so there are bound to be some hickups. Thanks for the update, I know having to reply to a ton of emails asking about the status is no fun.
Re: Update on saabluster's progress.
Well I worked on these lights for 19 hours straight yesterday stopping only for food and bathroom breaks. Have 20 "completed". They are functionally complete but still have to be tested on the light meter and characterized. For those that do not know Monday is a national holiday here in the US so the mail does not run. That means Tuesday is the official ship date for the TN-31s. Thanks for your your patience all.
Well I worked on these lights for 19 hours straight yesterday stopping only for food and bathroom breaks. Have 20 "completed". They are functionally complete but still have to be tested on the light meter and characterized. For those that do not know Monday is a national holiday here in the US so the mail does not run. That means Tuesday is the official ship date for the TN-31s. Thanks for your your patience all.
Breathing Borla
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so how does this compare to the catapult v2 xm-l?
I have one and love it, but I'm always looking for more.
it would have to handly out throw the catapult to justify it though.
I love the catapult but kinda dislike the UI with the turn the head thing.
I have one and love it, but I'm always looking for more.
it would have to handly out throw the catapult to justify it though.
I love the catapult but kinda dislike the UI with the turn the head thing.
hahoo
Enlightened
it will make that cat look like a 1980 's 2d maglight, with weak ever ready batteries, and a failing light in it.. ......
:devil:
In terms of measured throw it would take about 4 of those Catapults to equal one of these Modified TN-31s.
Overclocker
Flashlight Enthusiast
hi saabluster, so basically (but not simply) the mods you've made were to decrease thermal and electrical resistances right? optics are all stock?
Wow - hi guys, I'm new to the forum.
I bought my first real torch recently, a Led Lenser P5 and got hooked. A few google searches later I stumbled across this site & was blown away by Selfbuilt's reviews & how hardcore the members are.
Haven't been sleeping well after reading about Saabluster's mods - put my order in yesterday for one of his TN31s, can't wait till it arrives!
Peter
Overclocker
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Wow - hi guys, I'm new to the forum.
I bought my first real torch recently, a Led Lenser P5 and got hooked. A few google searches later I stumbled across this site & was blown away by Selfbuilt's reviews & how hardcore the members are.
Haven't been sleeping well after reading about Saabluster's mods - put my order in yesterday for one of his TN31s, can't wait till it arrives!
Peter
That's the way to do it Peter, you have just shortened your 'spending' process considerably !!! Going for the ultimate..oh yeah
luminositykilledthecat...
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Wow - hi guys, I'm new to the forum.
I bought my first real torch recently, a Led Lenser P5 and got hooked. A few google searches later I stumbled across this site & was blown away by Selfbuilt's reviews & how hardcore the members are.
Haven't been sleeping well after reading about Saabluster's mods - put my order in yesterday for one of his TN31s, can't wait till it arrives!
Peter
Hi Peter
Welcome to the forum. I like your style, first flashlight = Led Lenser P5. Second flashlight purchase = Saabluster Modded TN31. LOL just where will you go from here???
16 Million cd short arc?
Breathing Borla
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In terms of measured throw it would take about 4 of those Catapults to equal one of these Modified TN-31s.
ok, you got my attention.
1) can you run this thing safely with 18650 AW 3100 protected cells (will they fit?)
2) is there any reduction in safety at all?
3) not trying to insult anyone but with the light modded, i am probably out of luck with the warranty from thrunite so what happens if I have trouble down the road a bit? (we're talking almost 300 bucks, so it's not just a buy another one). There is nothing in the terms and conditions on the website.
I really like the UI.
I would sell my catapult, what do you guys think is a fair price? It's in mint condition with all accessories included and never used and I would include the 2 AW cells that are not used that much.
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ScaryFatKidGT
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Yes, its a de-domed XM-L with the stock reflector.
Saab warrentys all the lights, I asked him the same question and he said unless DOA (he would pay shipping then) the user would pay shipping to him and he would fix pretty much anything for free and ship it back.
If anything his TN31 will be more reliable than stock, yess the LED is over driven but it runs cooler so its better.
