making 3. Batch Texas Avenger "TA" / Bistro HD OTSM drivers fully tested running Bistro or Narsil, Clicky or E-switch, SIR800

Oh, just looked again at post #2 and it appears that three 38.5mm drivers have already been ordered. I don’t need 3x of those myself. If any more get made, I’d like to get one.

yeah for this batch all 38.5mm boards are sold

vinte77 got his order reduced to one Narsil

so one Bistro HD OTSM is availiable again

Hi,

my drivers came in today. Looks very good.

Can someone tell me where to connect the eSwitch on the 17mm Driver?

Regards

Kenjii

the pads on 17mm size are marked OTC

Today the last 200 AMC7135 arrived

I reflowed all boards but 4 17mm TA Bistro as I am still waiting for 6 17mm boards from Oshpark

6 envelopes are ready to be shipped but its to late for today

My driver arrived today, very nice looking driver.

Thanks

Im having trouble decoding these spreadsheets :).
So was my driver shipped last time you posted 12 days ago, or is it due this shipment?

Got mine as well but unistalled, maybe tonight

NarsilM drivers were shipped later on 6. June

Excellent, should be here soon then. Cant wait :slight_smile:

Thanks Lexel. Received my 3 drivers today. Impressive. You must have good eyesight to do this!

I’m going to need a magnifying headset of some sort before working with these. Cheers.

My drivers were delivered today. Odd how it took twice as long to travel from New York to Ohio as it took to travel from Germany and clear customs.

Tomorrow should be fun. Reflow the xhp70 to the 32mm star, reflow the star to the heat spreader/shim, reflow the brass ring to the driver, and assemble the Chimera. Forward clicky already installed as is the modified button cover. New photos in the Chimera thread tomorrow.

I’m really looking forward to seeing the results of the xhp50.2 and 22mm TA driver in the Convoy L5. I’m reasonably certain I’ll be pleased with the 3a tint and slightly larger hotspot (compared to the xml2 u2 3c it replaces). I prefer a 3d tint over 3c so the 3a should be just a bit cooler than a 3d.

Thanks again, Lexel!

edit: the Convoy L5 was my first ‘good’ flashlight (torch) and though it is no longer produced I know it has unrealized potential. With the TA driver it can be used with 2s 26350 in one battery tube or 2s 26650 with both tubes. The reflector finish produces a really nice beam without rings (xml2) and I feel it is a forgotten gem worth updating. I’ll admit I’m not overly fond of the large stainless bezel but with a few layers of foil to improve heat transfer from the pill it is very effective in shedding heat. If you have a Convoy L5 post your opinions or mods in the upcoming thread.

thanks lexel for the drivers, they works great.
my S70 draws 9.5A TC 4.06V keeppower
my L6 draws 8.3A TC 4.13V keeppower

Last drivers shipped today

tracking for the last 4

tracking numbers can be seen here

09. June

19. June

Mine are already in the post office system in my state and are on their way to my local post office :slight_smile:

Dang, really sad I missed out on this. New here and just learning about the TA + Narsil. Looks like exactly what I need for an upcoming mod. I look forward to batch number 4, if you choose to do another!

Think he started a 4th run?
Anyway its just what a big light like the L6 needs.

both L6 and S70 maxed out the dmm limit of 10A at TC with fresh LiitoKala :slight_smile:

Measuring with a dmm isn’t going to give you the best accuracy. A clamp meter would be better. The L6 with Liitokalas should be about 12 amps.

Mine were waiting for me at the post office when I picked upthis morning! Thanks Lexel