Don’t take this “U6-3A” too serious. That is the emitter that I’ve ordered, but you know… Chinese sellers write stuff in their description, but you might receive something else. But I don’t think you will get much more with only 2.8 A in the C8+ host with 8*7135. The C8+ has definitely the worst intensity in this comparison although it has the bigger reflector.
I think the KR1 W2 with 18350 tube is a really good EDC thrower.¹ 100 kcd, really small and 7.5 A should be fine with high capacity 18350. I use the KeepPower 18350 1200 mAh which can handle 10 A. And the capacity is more than enough because most often you’ll use a (EDC) thrower just for a short time.
There was also such a choice. I needed the option 18350. As a result, I ordered the MC13. In favor of the choice: price (ordered for $ 46), longer light length, better equipment. I like Manker design better. Only better handling is in favor of the KR1.
I’m curious if anyone here is using this light with the SST-40? I am wondering if this led will throw farther compared with the other options as well as other differences.
Oh geeze… I literally received my custom D18 today (even mix of 2700 and 4000 emitters…) and your awesome beam shots are making me want to order another light
