The hole in the beam from such close distance isn’t from having a defective unit, that’s just how well-focused beams look at close range. Having used an Acebeam T21 and Maxtoch X Pro modified with Black Flat and White Flat 2mm accordingly, I can attest to that artifact.
The second graph doesn’t make it seem too regulated on highest output? Unless the second graph is with the warm room thermal regulation as well.
But doesn’t a well-implemented regulated driver keep constant regulation regardless of cell voltage and resistance? Something like a Zebralight will make a cell that’s nearing 3amps still output turbo.
The graphs look like a direct-drive graph ie following the voltage sag of the cell.
No, you’re thinking of a boost driver which can step up the voltage from the cell. Zebralights use boost-buck drivers (which can both raise and lower voltage to maintain max efficiency), not linear.
Well hopefully a cell with less resistance fairs significantly better, because that driver might as well be run of the mill fet+linear based on the graphs.
Hank great job! Also ToyKeeper thank you for putting your amazing UI in another light. I think the lighted switch is awesome and the light seems very high quality. Now I need to decide if I go with the Osram leds or wait for something with more lumens…
You can think of the FET in this case like a variable resistor that adjusts its value so that it allows a fixed current to flow. And that’s a linear regulator.
Looks like a nicely designed light. Is this the first implementation of ramping FW in a constant current FET driver? It’s great that each mode is regulated, but if you don’t know the current at a given mode doesn’t that defeat some of the purpose of regulation? Like when you are out on a “mission” and want the brightest level without risking depleting your battery. For example I changed my mountain biking lights to 8x7135 drivers with simple 100–50… modes so I know I have the brightest light for a 1 or 2 hour ride.
Does the W2 version use the same driver just tuned differently? I read people were direct driving this one and performed fine, so no need for a linear type driver?
Yours isn’t broken. I get the same hole in the center at very close distances in Convoy L2, C8 and P60 builds using the CSLPM1 and CSLNM1. Not sure why it happens, guessing it has something to do with the height of the emitter. But I’m probably wrong.
I wish this was going to be available with the Osram at warmer (even neutral) tints. Is there any particular reason as to why the white flat isn’t or can’t be available at 4000-5000k?
She was joking. Read the last part of her post.
“This light is not meant to be used for up-close work. Because it’s a dedicated thrower, the hotspot is small and intense. It takes a few meters for the beam to collimate, and up-close it makes a donut-shaped beam. This is totally normal for throwers, but it may be unexpected for anyone who hasn’t used a long-range thrower before.”