Convoy H1 short review

Thanks for the review. My fingers have been hovering over that “Buy Now” button, but Simon says that he’ll be making some BLF-requested updates (perhaps lighter, improved UI, charging, 3535 LED). I’d hate to pull the trigger just in time for him to release an update.

I was really curious about the mod-ability of the H1. Glad to see there’s a retaining ring. I’m wondering what’s inside that head…

  • Is the LED on a standard MCPCB (16mm)?
  • Is the driver Attiny-based? Linear/7135?
  • Can the switch be gotten to? Replaced with one that includes aux LEDs? (likely requiring driver mods) Is the switch on it’s own board or mounted to the driver?

Almost tempted to buy it just to rip it apart.

When they make it in “Sand”, I’ll order up.

Is the LED on a standard MCPCB (16mm)?
Unable to disassemble, I could not measure the size of the PCB.

Can the switch be gotten to? Replaced with one that includes aux LEDs? (likely requiring driver mods) Is the switch on it’s own board or mounted to the driver?
Unable to disassemble, I could not measure the size of the MCPCB. The switch is wired, not mounted on the PCB board.

This is an awesome headlight, didn’t expect it to come out.
I’ll take one in Camouflage Green.

Where could one buy a better/compatible strap?

Difficult to get to the PCB is a deal breaker

I see a retaining ring for the driver and notches in the bezel, so I imagine it’s not impossible to disassemble if you’re determined enough.

Eh, screw it. I’m that curious… I just ordered one.

BTW, thanks for the quick review and pics. I was waiting to make sure that the driver was held by a retaining ring and not glue. I can’t wait to dive into mine when it gets here.

+1 for 3535 footprint and LH351D no ugly tint shift like Crees have

The driver clamping ring can be rolled out easy.
I could not loosen the reflector and switch ring :zipper_mouth_face:

:+1:

Some Convoy stuff is reverse-threaded, i.e. clockwise to loosen. Apparently intended to automatically keep it tight as people open and close their lights. Might be worth carefully turning the switch ring the “wrong” way.

The driver ring loosens in a counterclockwise (normal) direction.
No special tools to loosen the ring in front of the reflector. I couldn’t move in either direction.

Thanks for the review :smiley:

It’s strange that they chose to compare it to the Rofis R2, a pretty unique 14500 swivel head light with magnetic charging and battery indicator.

I’m a huge Convoy fan and I use headlights more than flashlights. I’ve been hoping for a Convoy headlight.
Simon has a lot going on, S11, H1, 21700 S2 and C8, latest and greatest LED’s and upgraded drivers. I’d say he rushed this out. It’s a great looking light and I’ll buy one, but I’m disappointed. It doesn’t do anything that my other right angle lights don’t do, and I much prefer the Sofirn/Boruit D10 style headlamp for many reasons.
Simon had those headbands in stock. They look like they were designed for a 18350 light. He must have a new one in the works. This is a heavy light. Probably needs a headband with a strap that goes over the top of the head. It would be nice if it had “Convoy” on it.

Keep in mind that you will also receive Convoy quality. I think this is an important point!

Oh GAWD! The last thing I need is another headlamp.
Is there an ordering link? :smiley:
I’ll probably use my Skilhunt headstrap with it, the one with the over-the-top strap.

Nice review!
I’m wondering if you can replace the body with S2+ (short) body?

Just tried it… nope. The H1 head is wide enough that the threads don’t even grab each other.

thanks for your quick attempt & reply (y)

I am torn between H1 and Sofin SP40.

Has anyone tried mounting a S2+ 18350 tube onto H1? If it’s Lego-able, then I’m sold.

TIA.