I was curious also, do you think somehow with such a smallish reflector the extra output (lumens) would cause the difference. I know that an xpl hi should theoretically out throw a domed sst-40. I am a novice when it comes to modifying flashlights, although I am trying to learn, so I could very likely be wrong.
I need some SST40 emitters? Where do you get them? Mountain Electronics is out of stock. :weary: I guess maybe Kaidomain? Anyone know of any vendors selling 5000K SST40?
Maybe he thought that a pocketable light has more useful beam with dome than a pencil beam. If you want more than 500m throw you will bring a big gun not a pocket thrower. It is still very good throw for the size with dome.
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I have noticed that in HKJ comparator and have heard others say that. I do not doubt it. I am using a VTC5A in my TX25C2vn DD/single mode.
I am Certain of this.The minimal increase in output with the VTC5A will NOT be noticeable by eye. That is why I am going to use a 30Q in it.Longer run time and more durable than the other Two batteries listed in the chart. The chart below substantiates that decision for me.
I think there is more voltage sag with the 30q. I haven’t tested this but I’ve anecdotally noticed that the vtc5 stays brighter for much longer than the 30q. Don’t have a vtc5a or vtc6 though, just vtc5… Also this is on a D4 which has a much higher drain so the d1 might prefer the 30qs…
When you’re using a light with a fet driver (VN drivers are fet drivers too) and a high Vf led , like xp-g2 , output can be up to 15% better with a VTC5A . Even if both 30Q and VTC5A are in a low voltage , let’s say 3.4V , VTC5A will give more current than the 30Q .