Is there anything the size of the DQG with USB?

LED Flashlights – General Info 18650 Flashlights
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Can’t believe how tiny the DQG is in this pic, I also have that C22C for reference

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Do note that DQG Tiny’s length changes with battery length. So if a protected fits (I don’t have any to check), it will still make the light 5 mm longer.

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Is there still problems with the DQG switch breaking off? Since the 4th has been out for a while. Anyone knows if a 5th generation is in the works?

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yes,5th generation is in progress…but as a triple…but which leds i dont know.i would die to get it:))i gues xpg2…in this small body to put nichias or xpl would be crazy…but i would be in:)))))))))

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Just came to my mind…how about reinforcing the switch with some glue? It’s easily accessible…

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You have the Folomov EDC-C4, supposedely the smallest (or one of the smallest) 18650 lights with USB (micro, I guess) !
There are some reviews here on the forum :+1:

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the Folomov looks interesting…sadly smooth reflector and xpl is not very good…too throwy…

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Yup, but maybe it fits AlexGT needs! Perhaps it is possible to change the LED or the reflector with a TIR lens :wink:

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looks like its only cool white led….

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BTW, it is XP-L V6, not XP-L HI!
Still, it is Cool White!

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Thanks for the suggestion, I will look at the reviews :+1:

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I ordered the Folomov EDC-C4, I had a balance on my Amazon account and will receive it today! Talk about instant gratification :partying_face:

If I don’t like the tint I might change it for something of my liking.

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well,good choice…i wrote them today.sadly,only smooth reflector and only cool white….not for me.but the led could be changed for xml….hm.very interesting light.
its a shame,that the famous Emisar can be used with he max.output only for seconds…fot its money its not enough for me.

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Not as small as DQG Tiny 4th, but Jetbeam EC-R26 is pretty small and has USB charging. R26 is smaller than Convoy S2+.

In this pic, DQG is 4th from the right. R26 is 7th from the right.

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Still amazed by how small that tiny 18650 is.

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Okay, how about a Eagle Eye X2R with a 18350 tube.

Eagle Eye X2R
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/EAGLE-EYE-X2R-usb-led-flashlight-camping-light-lamp-for-bicycle/32698198611.html?spm=2114.search0204.3.8.98ad4b5aNmBciz&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_2_10152_10065_10151_10344_10068_10130_10324_10342_10547_10325_10343_10546_10340_10341_10548_10698_10545_10697_10696_10084_5722520_10083_10618_10307_5723020_5711216_10059_5722620_5722920_10534_308_5722720_5722820_100031_10103_441_10624_10623_10622_10621_10620_5711316,searchweb201603_2,ppcSwitch_2_ppcChannel&algo_expid=a1aa3f68-e3c5-4976-b38e-1c575988fb8b-1&algo_pvid=a1aa3f68-e3c5-4976-b38e-1c575988fb8b&priceBeautifyAB=0

Eagle Eye 18350 tube.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Eaglg-EyeF30-black-flashlight-host-include-OP-reflector-pill-head-O-ring-lanyard-spring-The/32614261144.html?spm=2114.search0204.3.15.98ad4b5aNmBciz&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_2_10152_10065_10151_10344_10068_10130_10324_10342_10547_10325_10343_10546_10340_10341_10548_10698_10545_10697_10696_10084_5722520_10083_10618_10307_5723020_5711216_10059_5722620_5722920_10534_308_5722720_5722820_100031_10103_441_10624_10623_10622_10621_10620_5711316,searchweb201603_2,ppcSwitch_2_ppcChannel&algo_expid=a1aa3f68-e3c5-4976-b38e-1c575988fb8b-2&algo_pvid=a1aa3f68-e3c5-4976-b38e-1c575988fb8b&priceBeautifyAB=0

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Thanks for the suggestion, that light is 122mm long, the DQG is 88mm and the Folomov is 99mm, I really wanted a short 18650 light and apparently the folomov checks on all my requirements + it has a cell charger, will find out this afternoon when I get it.

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Let us know how you like it then :wink:

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I’ve been on the “eternal” quest for the most compact 18650 (side switch) light for years.

Have held off on the DQG Tiny 4th (87mm) because of reported switch failures.
Zebralight SC64 (92.5 mm) looks great but I haven’t got to the point of wanting to spend $80 on one small light.

I don’t need USB charging but I wouldn’t mind a magnetic docking charging system like on the Olight S2R.
Olight S2R………………. (105mm)…… $72.95 (but it’s too long and also expensive)

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Here’s the smallest ones I’m aware of with built in USB charging:

Folomov EDC-C4…… (99mm)…….$49.00 Amazon.com
Nitenumen C8………. (99mm)…….$19.99 Amazon.com
Ultratac S20………… (100mm)……$25.99 https://www.amazon.com/UltraTac-Flashlight-Rechargeable-Ultra-Compact-Waterproof/dp/B078WV27B1

Unfortunately none of these offer a NW version.
I’ve been waiting at least five years for Olight to offer a NW version and they still don’t.

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The Nitenumen C8 appears to be the same body as the Folomov EDC-C4 but with stainless bezel.
EDIT I just realized the Nitenumen the has a large-ish rectangular protruding area for the USB jack, the Folomov doesn’t. But since the switch is directly opposite, it may serve to help readily locate the switch in the dark.

I really like the stainless bezel. I’ve been trying unsuccessfully for days to get clarification from Nitenumen on the UI specifics, but language barrier seems to be an issue. In one of the photos it shows the Strobe and SOS as being “concealed” modes, however a comment in the review leads me to think otherwise.

The Ultratac S20 does have hidden strobe: Ultratac S20

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I’m really surprised after all these years nothing has come down the pike in the size realm of the DQG Tiny 4th, I probably should just get one already and look into to reinforcing the switch, maybe with glue/epoxy or something as Argo suggested. (glue/epoxy was also brought up several times in the Tiny 4th threads, as well as re-soldering/adding solder to the switch mounting pads)

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“fits a wide variety of pro and unpro 18650s”

I like them a lot, the USB charging is very accurate, and the cell is Protected, which is important to me in case I fall asleep with the light on :wink:
https://www.amazon.com/ARB-L18-2600U-rechargeable-charging-batteries-Edisonbright/dp/B01N2KKJXN
Protected, no charger needed, and does not make the flashlight useless while charging. Win Win Win