archer6817j
Enlightened
Current: Run #2 is here.
Hey CPF members!
I'm excited to announce that my first official production run is now for sale.
If you haven't seen my blog there's lots of background info: www.darksucks.com
I've made a few small changes from the pre-production models. Nothing big, just some tweaks. Here is more info and detailed photos from my blog.
Father's Day Special!: FREE TITANIUM POCKET CLIP
Valid until June 19th.
Just order from my site and add the clip to your cart for a dollar (with any light) and that's it! www.darksucks.com
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I have some preliminary figures from my new integrating sphere. I'm reporting based on the ANSI FL1 standards. I haven't (yet) followed them perfectly but I'm reasonably confident these figures are accurate.
Cree MCE (MC18-B)
Cree XML (XM18-B)
"glow ring" option with XML (does not affect output or beam profile)
Cree XPG High CRI (93+) (XP18-B)
SPECIFICATIONS: (all styles are mechanically identical)
This light is designed for a single 18650. They will run on 2xCR123's but the 123's are smaller in diameter and will rattle. They WILL NOT run on 2xRCR123's...the driver can't handle this voltage.
MCE/XML Driver: Shiningbeam 2.8A CC (3 mode)(2.8V-6V)(100%=2.8A,30%=1A,5%=.14A)
XPG Driver: Shiningbeam 1.4A CC (3 mode)(2.8V-6V)(100%=1.4A,30%=.44A,5%=.06A)
Reflector: Ledil Boom SS (Smooth Spot, FWHM 10°)
Window: UCL glass 2 side AR coated
MCE Run time: 1.5 hours on high (measured)(XML & XPG not tested yet)
Switch: McClicky
Wire: 24 AWG Mil-spec, stranded copper, silver plated, teflon coated
Solder: silver solder
Body: 6061 T6 aluminum
Coating: Electroless Nickel
Driver Mounting Post: C101 oxy-free electronic copper
O-rings: Nitrile (Buna-N) 70 durometer (lights are fully o-ringed and TESTED to 300 feet for 5 hours)
Lube: Nano-Oil on threads and O-rings
Overall dimensions: Head Diameter=1.2 / Body Diameter=1 / Length=5.75
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I'm going to keep this thread short, if you want to see the original sales thread, click here. This has more background info.
Better add some beamshots! This is an animated GIF so...wait for it.
Size comparison:
Okay, I'll stop stalling: Here is the sales part!
PRICE: $199.00 USD (light ONLY)
PRICE: $229.00 USD (light + battery + charger)
Style: Blasted + Polished
Style: Full Tumbled
Style: Full Brushed
Style: Tumbled + Polished
HOW THIS WORKS:
So I'm selling these lights on my website and managing sales here and on the site is getting really confusing.
Please order directly from my site!
If you want to get your light as fast as possible, post an "I'll take it" on this thread with the following info and I'll get started building it immediately. Otherwise I won't start till I get your order through paypal.
>>>I also have Xtar MP1 single bay chargers for sale. They come standard with the wall adapter. Let me know if you would like one.
These are $15.00 for CPF members.
I'll be selling them for $20.00 to the general public. Don't tell them.
Hey CPF members!
I'm excited to announce that my first official production run is now for sale.
If you haven't seen my blog there's lots of background info: www.darksucks.com
I've made a few small changes from the pre-production models. Nothing big, just some tweaks. Here is more info and detailed photos from my blog.
- My new maker's mark
- McClicky switch
- Provision for a custom titanium pocket clip
- XML T6 upgrade option (same lumens, more throw)
Father's Day Special!: FREE TITANIUM POCKET CLIP
Valid until June 19th.
Just order from my site and add the clip to your cart for a dollar (with any light) and that's it! www.darksucks.com
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I have some preliminary figures from my new integrating sphere. I'm reporting based on the ANSI FL1 standards. I haven't (yet) followed them perfectly but I'm reasonably confident these figures are accurate.
Cree MCE (MC18-B)
Cree XML (XM18-B)
Cree XPG High CRI (93+) (XP18-B)
SPECIFICATIONS: (all styles are mechanically identical)
This light is designed for a single 18650. They will run on 2xCR123's but the 123's are smaller in diameter and will rattle. They WILL NOT run on 2xRCR123's...the driver can't handle this voltage.
MCE/XML Driver: Shiningbeam 2.8A CC (3 mode)(2.8V-6V)(100%=2.8A,30%=1A,5%=.14A)
XPG Driver: Shiningbeam 1.4A CC (3 mode)(2.8V-6V)(100%=1.4A,30%=.44A,5%=.06A)
Reflector: Ledil Boom SS (Smooth Spot, FWHM 10°)
Window: UCL glass 2 side AR coated
MCE Run time: 1.5 hours on high (measured)(XML & XPG not tested yet)
Switch: McClicky
Wire: 24 AWG Mil-spec, stranded copper, silver plated, teflon coated
Solder: silver solder
Body: 6061 T6 aluminum
Coating: Electroless Nickel
Driver Mounting Post: C101 oxy-free electronic copper
O-rings: Nitrile (Buna-N) 70 durometer (lights are fully o-ringed and TESTED to 300 feet for 5 hours)
Lube: Nano-Oil on threads and O-rings
Overall dimensions: Head Diameter=1.2 / Body Diameter=1 / Length=5.75
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I'm going to keep this thread short, if you want to see the original sales thread, click here. This has more background info.
Better add some beamshots! This is an animated GIF so...wait for it.
Size comparison:
Okay, I'll stop stalling: Here is the sales part!
PRICE: $199.00 USD (light ONLY)
PRICE: $229.00 USD (light + battery + charger)
Style: Blasted + Polished
Style: Full Tumbled
Style: Full Brushed
Style: Tumbled + Polished
HOW THIS WORKS:
So I'm selling these lights on my website and managing sales here and on the site is getting really confusing.
Please order directly from my site!
If you want to get your light as fast as possible, post an "I'll take it" on this thread with the following info and I'll get started building it immediately. Otherwise I won't start till I get your order through paypal.
- Finish Style (tumbled+polished, blasted+polished, full tumble, full brush)
- LED choice (MCE, XML, XPG High CRI)
- Button color (Black or orange...GITD green is OUT OF STOCK)
>>>I also have Xtar MP1 single bay chargers for sale. They come standard with the wall adapter. Let me know if you would like one.
These are $15.00 for CPF members.
I'll be selling them for $20.00 to the general public. Don't tell them.
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