I just looked in NealsGadgets @ M4DM4X and the 18650 tube that is being offered with the Mateminco S03 looks to be the same one that was in the photo of the prototype. Does anybody know if this is the same light, and the tube would work? Or how to contact Mateminco to see if they offer the tube only for sale? Just curious.
Yes, the S03 is the prototype light, with a few minor changes.
Just got my S43 today. Awesome UI. So much better than the S42. The stock photo is a horrible angle; it looks symmetrical and balanced in person. Can’t wait for the Special Metal editions. I’d even like to see a full COPPER of this.
PS wife loves a ramping UI, she took ownership of this one immediately. Back to the S42 for me.
Well, at least she knows where you’ll be putting some more money soon 
:money_mouth_face:
Lol u know it.
I really like too that strobe is disabled by default. For the one time I’d ever need it, I’d turn it on accidentally a thousand times.
FYI the 18650 tube is longer than the prior Astrolux add-on versions. I was able to fit my protected cells easily. I tried an LG MJ1 and it fit great but didn’t have the amps to power turbo. I tried an Acebeam 3100 mAh and not only did it fit but has the amps for turbo. Finally a use for those longer batteries. Great upgrade this version!
Yes, very nice light. Ramping and NarsulM v1.3 gives great functionality
Glad to hear they are showing up and people are liking them! This was one of the more “interesting” projects I have worked on.
I can also say that some “special metal” versions are possible if there is demand for them, there were some interesting prototypes shown to me….
There is demand lol. Spill it
I am not sure what I am allowed to say, so better wait for a more official statement lol.
Copper version has been revealed! The S43S at Banggood. There are coupons available.
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Looks great. Best price I see is the preorder for 39.95.
The problem is they’re not including the 18650 tube. I picked up the black anodized on preorder and it came with both tubes.
The 18650 tube is sold separately but listed as ‘coming soon’ for 3.50.
I don’t mind buying it for $3.50 but they should just include it in the preorder and charge $3.50 more. It’s a brand new torch, people will need the tubes. Also I don’t want to pay $12.00 to ship a $3.50 1oz tube once it’s in stock
I’m going to wait.
If they made S43S SKU with only 18650 tube (not incl 18350 tube) I would buy it.
I don’t want to buy the 18350 version, then $3.50 for a tube, then I have to throw away 18350 tube. (I don’t have any 18350 cells)
So definitely no more of their god awful UI?
My recently arrived S43 has NarsilM v1.3 :+1:
It’s still there on the S41 and S42. If you want the improved version, get the S43. :+1:
Yes, that horrible S42 UI is gone form the S43. It is now using NarsilM with a TA driver and a custom charging circuit.
I have been rather liking the S03 / S43. A good all around light. for the size.
Has anyone checked the output on the Nichia version yet? I don’t think mine is producing 2100 lumens on turbo.
The Nichia version should be closer to 1600 lumen.
I just noticed that they did not print this in the specs like they did with the S42. It’s the same emitters and FET so output is the same. 2100 lumen for the xpg3 version and 1600 lumen for the Nichia 219C version.
Ah ha thank you.