LockedSemaphore
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- Oct 29, 2018
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Folks, I'm looking for help identifying the components/framework/platform for my next light assembly. I call it assembly instead of "build" because I'm not actually building anything per se, I'm just assembling parts & legos together….
I don't know if what I'm hoping to find even exists, so please bare with me. I'm new to "assembling" my own flashlights, having just completed my own (and first) s2+ host with mcpcb and driver from mtn electronics… so its possible that what I'm seeking (described below) doesn't exist, and I don't know what I don't know. I know that!
My challenge: build a solid, good looking (yes - good looking is relative), long lasting edc light, that can grow/change shape/features over time with additional "plug and play" parts (I'm not a machinist by any stretch of the imagination). I don't want a common off the shelf light torch like a convoy or surefire, and I'd like to be able to build my own pills (with commonly available parts like those from mtn electronics) to use different LEDs/drivers depending on how I feel that day/week/month. Eventually probably putting a CW dragon driver in it).
I've looked at moddooler by OVerready, but either I'm not finding tails+bodies+heads on their website (I can find tails and bodies, but no heads that fit my desire to change pills?), or ???? It's entirely possible that all I need help with is finding the right parts on their website…
I've looked at malkoff devices (md2s and the like), but doesn't feel like it's the right fit (can I build my own pills with common parts?) so maybe all the help I need is finding the right howto thread/article, etc…
I spent 6-8 hours on a plane today, researching and looking (via the planes WiFi) for what I'm desiring - to no avail, so I decide to list my desired requirements (which actually was really helpful) and ask here for help/guidance.
Below is my "wish list" of requirements…
Total initial spend approximately $150
All parts can be less expensive parts to help keep initial cost down (but I'd like to ensure that I don't prevent myself from obtaining my end goal with the desired look/feel/functionality/portability).
All parts purchased from reputable sellers (ideally in conus)…
Target max output: 800 lumens (or more…. more is "better"). I like a targeted throw, so nominal light spill...
Ideally the parts have some form of matching machined texture.
Eventually/possibly have the finished product cerakoted…but will it ever actually be "finished? Doubtful…
Body Size: 1x18350, ideally with a separate body to go to 18650.
Exterior is ideally a modular framework similar to moddooler from overready.com. Or malkoff mdxs…
Crenelated head similar to https://malkoff-devices.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-hound-dog-wildcat-bezel (keeping in mind it'll be an edc in my pocket, so not so aggressive to cause unneeded wear on my pocket). Mostly for aesthetic reasons, but generally don't like things that sit flat on a surface either…
I would like a wasp style head eventually…But realize my initial budget probably doesn't allow for it.
TriCap Tailcap (similar to https://malkoff-devices.myshopify.com/products/malkoff-tricap-tailcap-switch-for-md2-md3-or-md4 keeping in mind it'll be an edc in my pocket, so not so aggressive to cause unneeded wear on my pocket)
Mcclicky tail switch
A deep pocket clip that allows clipping in a pocket, and on a hat bill (similar to those seen in this thread: http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?381284-Copperhead-Deep-Carry-Clip ).
Ok, that's the wishlist so far, can anyone help point me in a direction that fits what I'm looking for? Does anything close even exist?
thanks!
I don't know if what I'm hoping to find even exists, so please bare with me. I'm new to "assembling" my own flashlights, having just completed my own (and first) s2+ host with mcpcb and driver from mtn electronics… so its possible that what I'm seeking (described below) doesn't exist, and I don't know what I don't know. I know that!
My challenge: build a solid, good looking (yes - good looking is relative), long lasting edc light, that can grow/change shape/features over time with additional "plug and play" parts (I'm not a machinist by any stretch of the imagination). I don't want a common off the shelf light torch like a convoy or surefire, and I'd like to be able to build my own pills (with commonly available parts like those from mtn electronics) to use different LEDs/drivers depending on how I feel that day/week/month. Eventually probably putting a CW dragon driver in it).
I've looked at moddooler by OVerready, but either I'm not finding tails+bodies+heads on their website (I can find tails and bodies, but no heads that fit my desire to change pills?), or ???? It's entirely possible that all I need help with is finding the right parts on their website…
I've looked at malkoff devices (md2s and the like), but doesn't feel like it's the right fit (can I build my own pills with common parts?) so maybe all the help I need is finding the right howto thread/article, etc…
I spent 6-8 hours on a plane today, researching and looking (via the planes WiFi) for what I'm desiring - to no avail, so I decide to list my desired requirements (which actually was really helpful) and ask here for help/guidance.
Below is my "wish list" of requirements…
Total initial spend approximately $150
All parts can be less expensive parts to help keep initial cost down (but I'd like to ensure that I don't prevent myself from obtaining my end goal with the desired look/feel/functionality/portability).
All parts purchased from reputable sellers (ideally in conus)…
Target max output: 800 lumens (or more…. more is "better"). I like a targeted throw, so nominal light spill...
Ideally the parts have some form of matching machined texture.
Eventually/possibly have the finished product cerakoted…but will it ever actually be "finished? Doubtful…
Body Size: 1x18350, ideally with a separate body to go to 18650.
Exterior is ideally a modular framework similar to moddooler from overready.com. Or malkoff mdxs…
Crenelated head similar to https://malkoff-devices.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-hound-dog-wildcat-bezel (keeping in mind it'll be an edc in my pocket, so not so aggressive to cause unneeded wear on my pocket). Mostly for aesthetic reasons, but generally don't like things that sit flat on a surface either…
I would like a wasp style head eventually…But realize my initial budget probably doesn't allow for it.
TriCap Tailcap (similar to https://malkoff-devices.myshopify.com/products/malkoff-tricap-tailcap-switch-for-md2-md3-or-md4 keeping in mind it'll be an edc in my pocket, so not so aggressive to cause unneeded wear on my pocket)
Mcclicky tail switch
A deep pocket clip that allows clipping in a pocket, and on a hat bill (similar to those seen in this thread: http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?381284-Copperhead-Deep-Carry-Clip ).
Ok, that's the wishlist so far, can anyone help point me in a direction that fits what I'm looking for? Does anything close even exist?
thanks!