FW3A, a TLF/BLF EDC flashlight - SST-20 available, coupon codes public

Huh, how about that! I’d have bet money the ano color actually changed lol. I guess most of us know those brown boxes with the white foam, so comparing to those I’m expecting a somewhat lighter gray. Thanks for clarifying!

I will take one please.

please add me for another one. order #103

thanks.

Put me down for one

Yes, all versions of the light will use this frosted lens. It can be polished clear for less spill light and more throw if that’s what you want. Or simply replace the lens.

I’m on No.875 add one more for me please

Technically, I believe you will find it is the plastic ‘Optic’ that is frosted…. not the glass lens.
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I assume people know that the optic is a lens and I’m taking about polishing the plastic part made by Carlco and not the glass part.

Plastic = can sand/polish

Glass = leave alone, do not scratch or damage

I assume this. Hopefully people will figure it out.

One of the advantages of using this particular frosted optic is you can leave it stock (and have a really nice looking beam with even color distribution) or simply polish it for additional throw without having to buy any new optics/lenses.

I really can’t wait :heart_eyes:

Yeah, glass is a window unless it’s got curves.
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That’s why I said visually. In my experience high CRI 219C looks greener than their measurements would imply. Even when a CRI80 and CRI90 5000K 219C measure similarly, the CRI90 one always looks greener on a white wall while the original R8000 219C looks more often just pure white.

Also, to me, the higher the CCT, the less green the light seems. Maybe I’m just very allergic to that yellow/green tint that plagues many warmish emitters.

The FW3A feels much less chunky.

Oh I knew what you meant, and was not really trying to correct you.

But you know what usually happens when anything is assumed. :smiley: … Somebody does just the opposite. :person_facepalming: . :wink:

So…. that has been addressed now. :+1:

Edit: Right or wrong…. I think most people call the flat glass part of a flashlight the lens.
Most people, it seems to me anyway, call Carlco Optics…… optics.

so the fw3a has a lens and a window. Got it.

I honestly hope you do that or a ’PayPal only email address’ so those that wished could send a token of our appreciation.
A few other could/should do this also, if they wish that is.

Good, from past experience ; that is exactly how it should be done…… on an individual basis. Donators choose & know exactly who they are donating to. . :+1:

The FW3A has an outer glass lens which is there to prevent scratches.

Then you have the molded plastic lens (or TIR optic) under it which is what directs the light forward from the led.

Here is a comparison of a TIR to a reflector.

There are some single TIR lenses made of glass, but you don’t see them very often. Triple and quad lenses are always plastic due to the complex shape.

Ok, thanks guys. I just assumed the optic/lens would be clear.

Like this

One please.

I saw maukka’s updates on page 220. The light looks really sharp. Were there beamshot photos of the recent sample posted?

Waiting to hear about how the orders will work because I will likely order more than one. All LH351D 90+ CRI.

I see it has been confirmed it only works with unprotected cells due to length. I only have MTN protected NCR18650GA cells now but I suppose I can buy a few unprotected for this light. Would be convenient if it were compatible with both but it’s ok.

Interesting, I see the 30Q has much less sag at 7A (0.1v less than 18650GA and 0.15v less than 35E), but has less capacity overall and is equivalent at lower currents. And the Sony VTC6 is slightly better than a 30Q.

What is the DD FET current expected to be for this light?
So, button or flat top?

From MTN:
30Q 3000mAh Unprotected button top = 66.6mm
30Q 3000mAh Unprotected flat top = 64.9mm
NCR18650GA 3500mAh Protected = 69.0mm
NCR18650GA 3500mAh Button Top Unprotected = 67mm
NCR18650GA 3500mAh Flat top Unprotected = 65.5mm
18650VTC6 3000mAh 18650 Flat Top = 65.1mm
18650VTC6 3000mAh 18650 Button Top = 66.9mm

Why 7135s on the driver in maukka’s picture are in such unusual position? AFAIK it’s not good for heat dissipation.