There are power concerns with the 50.2 in 6/12 volt. They tend to burn up instantly with FET drivers. Even when used with little 18350 cells. Sometimes it takes a while.
The new 3 volt version is quite different. People are using FET drivers with very big high drain cells and they are surviving just fine.
This 3v version came out after the FT03 was already designed so I have no clue what Astrolux’s plans are.
Thanks, it looks legit, but you never know if Astrolux will change their mind. I think using the 3v 50.2 is the smarter move compared to using the 70.2. It can use the same driver and mcpcb so the only cost increase is due to the led itself.
Good to hear from someone with the 5700K, so thanks.
We don’t know the specs or configuration on the FT03 70.2, but it doesn’t have the mass to sustain high output from that emitter and only has one cell. The driver is a mystery. Though bulkier, the SP70 has a more suitable head, can be had for ~$50 with a code (I’ve read), and will be more powerful than the FT03 70.2.
I guarantee that the Sofirn body is thicker and nicer than the Astrolux and has smooth, square threads to boot. The FT03 will be smaller and lighter, of course. I have the SST40 version and love it, but it feels every bit a budget light. The FT03 will fit in a (large) coat pocket and suits my needs very well (I need to penetrate mist/fog), but I was jealous once I saw the SP70 beamshots.
Keep in mind that Astrolux is Banggoods house brand. I doubt they would allow any of their competitors to sell it.
I think there is a Mateminco version, isn’t there? It’s basically the same light but rebranded for the China market and usually sold on Aliexpress or maybe Taobao. I forget. Maybe someone remembers more.
No. They are showing 4300 after a second or two, but that is probably a bit high. Plus we don’t know what battery is used. Figure double the lumens of the SST40. 1800lm and 3600lm at 30 seconds. Something like that.
The candela looks about right, from 203kcd to 133kcd. People will need to test it out to be sure.
Ah its a video or GIF i didn’t notice. Realistically maybe around 3300-4000 lumens max depending on the battery used and also depending on the binning and tint of the XHP50.2. Using a 26650 or 21700 will help give good results for a short period.
I can’t seem to get more than 3400 lumens from a 18650 cell using a XHP50.2
I noticed that one reviewer posted a discount code for 25% off - but this deal would save me another £4. Since I’m rather cash-strapped right now I’m happy about every penny that I can save.
