definition of "TURBO" mode

AJH_CUSTOMS · Jan 14, 2019

what is "TURBO" mode. Is it a mode that will supply max current to the LED (LED max current)?
I see that term a lot on the 3 up led flashlights. That must drain the batteries fast and get hot quickly. I also wonder if it draws more current than the max current draw of the batteries running it. Am I understanding this correctly?

Aaron

peter yetman · Jan 14, 2019

It's basically a high mode (maybe the maximum that the emitter can sfaely put out) that the light can sustain for only a short time before it causes damage by overheating. Also, it will obviously drain your cells faster.
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Thetasigma · Jan 14, 2019

Typically a short lived high output mode

Kestrel · Jan 14, 2019

When it isn't a turbine-driven forced induction device coupled to an internal combustion engine, it is a marketing department fabrication.

peter yetman · Jan 14, 2019

Exactly, High by any other name, except it's too high to be practical.
15 seconds of High isn't even worth turning on.
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AJH_CUSTOMS · Jan 14, 2019

thanks guys.

definition of "TURBO" mode

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