BLF LT1M - LT1 Mini (link to project)

I’ll take 2 please!

Interesting. Count me in for at least one.

Also thinking plastic should be considered due weight considerations, and also cost. Assuming reasonable durability, but the lighter it is the less force acting on it to cause damage.[/quote

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I think going composite (plastic or something else) is the way to go. The cost of mold-making might make the project unprofitable however. I would think 5000 units or more would have to be sold to break out on it. Personally, I would not carry a metal flashlight on a backpack venture. As Colin Fletcher once said, “Take care of the ounces and the pounds will take care of themselves.” I cut toothbrushes in half and stuff like that. Nothing metal in or on my pack is how I go, if possible. I’m keen on the aaa batteries as a power option, or aa would be fine too. I can’t imagine carrying power bricks in a backpack.

As I mentioned earlier, I’ll buy anything with the BLF monicker because I like the looks and function of everything I’ve seen. If the mini lantern is too heavy for me, then I’ll surely find a use for it elsewhere. So carry on dbsar, I’m sure it will be cool. Check me for one at least.

Carbon Fiber

Interested.

I just received this and like it a lot .
Something similar without the flashlight might be a winner !

https://www.amazon.com/Streamlight-Siege-Rechargeable-Lantern-Coyote/dp/B07Q583715/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=streamlight+18650&qid=1576184766&sr=8-5

If you start an interest list sign up in in for 2 (at least!)

If it’s anything remotely close to djozz’s lantern mod from the first page I’m in for two.

I am looking to find a good host to build a prototype to start from for a mini-LT1 ( or Micro-LT1) design.

So will you be doing a Micro and a Mini :slight_smile:

Just had to say that before anyone else.

definitely will be, either a mini or micro, or both. :smiley:

Count me in for 1 pc.

I'm in for 2 item.. Thank you

I have thought that’s applicable to both LT1v2 and LT1 Micro.

It would be useful to make battery-less USB-powered work one of primary use modes.
Why?

  1. LT1 already works great as a night lamp next to my bed but only as long as it has a cell inside - otherwise there’s coil whine and annoying red/green button. I can use it with a cell but would rather avoid the extra wear I put on the cell.
  2. For portable applications I would often prefer a lantern to be as compact and lightweight as possible. And when I have a powerbank with me (which happens almost always when I’m camping) ditching the battery tube would save a lot of bulk.

Regarding coil whine in the LT1, has anyone tried sticking a big capacitor or two in an 18650-sized shell? It might be possible to replicate the cell’s role as an energy buffer in USB-powered operation without needing the full capacity of an actual cell.

great idea and yes please I’m interested

Update: 01/03/2020) i am awaiting for a couple potential hosts bases from Barry & Sofirn shipped out to me a couple weeks back, once i receive them i can work on the design & testing for the micro/Mini LT1.

:+1: I can hardly bear the wait.

This is great. Count me in!

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