(prototype) the GT Mini

[LightUpTheDark]

Now I’m gonna have to mod it (already placed and order during the pre-order invite) to get the buck driver…. hmmm. I’ll probably not notice much of a difference for my usage needs….Decisions, decisions….

I’ll have to send out to someone who can flash Anduril for me then if I decide to do a “soft” mod…

(Edited)

[Persechini]

@M4DM4X

If I order an extra diffuser how would I know if it’s included in my first order (with the flashlight) or if will be shipped separately? I haven’t had any notice of shipment yet

[anycolourfloyd]

@BlueSwordM

At 4.5A, an XPL HI would have an extremely high forward voltage of 3,75V.

A buck driver is almost useless for regulated output on turbo, which it will only do for a few minutes. To extend that regulated runtime on turbo, you would need to bypass springs, use a lower VF 4000k LED, use a better buck driver with a lower resistance.

Had it used a buck boost driver instead, I would have been fine paying 10-15$+ for the light. That would have made it the literally perfect pocket thrower of 2018.

I think the buck had merit for lower modes but I agree that perfect solution would be what you’re talking about and I would pay more for it

[lionheart_2281]

Emailed to cancel order

[JasonWW]

I’m not too bummed at it being FET. I don’t ever use these thrower lights at lower modes anyway, usually just at turbo.

Maybe Lumintop can make up for it
BY NOT GLUING THE BATTERY TUBE!

[teacher]

@JasonWW

I’m not too bummed at it being FET. I don’t ever use these thrower lights at lower modes anyway, usually just at turbo.

Maybe Lumintop can make up for it
BY NOT GLUING THE BATTERY TUBE!

+1 - My feelings exactly…. :+1:

[LightUpTheDark]

No shipping notification yet.

[M4D_M4X]

shipping starts next week

[McLight]

@Persechini

@M4DM4X

If I order an extra diffuser how would I know if it’s included in my first order (with the flashlight) or if will be shipped separately? I haven’t had any notice of shipment yet

Same here, they just share the information that they think is necessary, nothing about shipment!! Now the changing driver, I guess im out… depended on the answer i´ll get…

[djozz]

@djozz a week ago

Just filled out the form, is the GB still on Martin?

About the driver: is it sure a buck driver, as mentioned in this thread? I can’t believe they went for that, the voltage difference between a 18650 cell and a XP-L Hi is so small that it will only regulate current a little in the first few minutes, I’d choose for simple cheap lineair and have that extra boost of direct drive in those minutes. I’m curious about the first pictures of the driver.

[teacher]

@McLight

@Persechini

@M4DM4X

If I order an extra diffuser how would I know if it’s included in my first order (with the flashlight) or if will be shipped separately? I haven’t had any notice of shipment yet

Same here, they just share the information that they think is necessary, nothing about shipment!! Now the changing driver, I guess im out… depended on the answer i´ll get…

What’s to share about shipping if shipping has not started yet??

[McLight]

@teacher

@McLight

@Persechini

@M4DM4X

If I order an extra diffuser how would I know if it’s included in my first order (with the flashlight) or if will be shipped separately? I haven’t had any notice of shipment yet

Same here, they just share the information that they think is necessary, nothing about shipment!! Now the changing driver, I guess im out… depended on the answer i´ll get…

What’s to share about shipping if shipping has not started yet??

Since i have to justify myself for a simple question?
Each region n locals are different, and if it´s allowed I like to plan my post / parcels incoming…

[mortuus]

Shipping starts next week i saw.

[teacher]

@McLight

@teacher

@McLight

@Persechini

@M4DM4X

If I order an extra diffuser how would I know if it’s included in my first order (with the flashlight) or if will be shipped separately? I haven’t had any notice of shipment yet

Same here, they just share the information that they think is necessary, nothing about shipment!! Now the changing driver, I guess im out… depended on the answer i´ll get…

What’s to share about shipping if shipping has not started yet??

Since i have to justify myself for a simple question?
Each region n locals are different, and if it´s allowed I like to plan my post / parcels incoming…

Nope, you do not “have to justify” your statement; that is/was your choice.
I was just curious. Your explanation satisified that curosity.

[KawiBoy1428]

@goshdogit

More beautiful photos from steel_1024 in that thread! :heart_eyes:

They include our first glimpse at the driver. I hope steel_1024 doesn’t mind if I link them here:

Looks to be top shelf components used in this driver, InfineonFET/ 7135/Atiny85 not bad at all… :+1:

[RobertB]

Hopefully that button doesn’t snap off like the DQG’s were prone to do.

[goshdogit]

@RobertB

Hopefully that button doesn’t snap off like the DQG’s were prone to do.

I think I’ll add a dollop of epoxy to the help support the switch while I’m in there flashing Andúril to the driver.

[Wieselflinkpro]

@KawiBoy1428

@goshdogit

More beautiful photos from steel_1024 in that thread! :heart_eyes:

They include our first glimpse at the driver. I hope steel_1024 doesn’t mind if I link them here:

Looks to be top shelf components used in this driver, InfineonFET/ 7135/Atiny85 not bad at all… :+1:

I think they used the the Parts from the FW3A (prototype) driver and changed the layout of the board a bit.

[DB_Custom (Dale)]

Nobody’s mentioned it won’t be stuck at 1200 lumens anymore….

[teacher]

@DB Custom

Nobody’s mentioned it won’t be stuck at 1200 lumens anymore….

Your right… in this thread not a soul mentioned it. :+1:

But in another thread the possibility was mentioned……
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GT mini~reflash the latest firmware~

GT mini~reflash the latest firmware~

Yes, those wires will cause a massive voltage drop and thus current drop. Okay, that’s good to hear. Were you able to do a tail cap amp draw test to see what it does in the light? With a FET, it could exceed the 1200 lumen and throw specs.

Thu, 07/19/2018 - 23:58……… #26

@JasonWW

With a FET, it could exceed the 1200 lumen and throw specs.