WildTrail WT90 - SBT90.2 1800m+ throw 90mm 3x 21700 With Texas_Ace driver

At this size, I’d really expect about 950kcd. The TN42v2 is very close in size to the WT90 and it claims 864kcd, though, so maybe I’m expecting a bit too much.

I’d love to see beamshot comparisons vs the MF02Sv2/MT90.

TomE, what do you expect to get out of this one?

I'm getting about 800 kcd out of the triple HK90 after tweaks, so I'm thinking 900-950 kcd maybe? Figure ~10% gain just from single vs. triple, plus more amps because of 3 parallel good batts, like 40T's. Might do better, but don't think over 1000 kcd, or if so, barely. Of course should de-lens the LED for another bump.

I think they mean 45 total, so it would be another batch of 20 clear lights is the smallest they can order is my guess. If the demand looks higher they can add more to that number but once the order is submitted it is kinda locked in.

Yes, the first 25 should be ready in ~2 weeks ish along with 75 black.

Anyone know if the raw aluminum tarnishes with time? It looks like SS in the picture.

Ahh, the tripod threaded mounting hole. I dont mean to stir the hornets nest or clutter the thread, but now I see this requires some explanation. With the temperatures this light reaches during continuous turbo or high mode, you’re going to need to add a handle to carry it… unless you enjoy 180+ degree F skin burns. As mentioned by Artiet59, there is plenty of substantial material available on the anterior portion of the head, opposite the switch by not completing the cooling fins/scallop in that one small area. If its too late during the current production run for the change, Id be more than happy to wait on the second batch to get the light I intend to use to its full potential.

As an aside, most of my successful reliable lights are resold in large number to outdoor enthusiasts and public service/emergency/rescue personnel who put them into service (no shelf-queens or collectors among them). I test every light to assure they perform as expected before passing them on. On so many levels, the omission of a simple threaded hole kills dozens of potential sales for this particular light.

TA, please bounce the idea off them and see what they have to say (including adding it later or during the second batch if necessary). Pending full review, reliability shake-down and mounting hole, this light should be a real winner for the masses.

I can ask about it but looking at the CAD designs, there is no room for a full depth tripod thread without making significant changes to the design. It could be done but would either add a much harder machining step (oblong grip that would have to be milled instead of turned) and/or it would increase the grip size to a point uncomfortable to hold for most people.

There is but mere mm’s of space behind the button before you reach the reflector. The wires actually run inside the light next to the reflector to the switch.

It would require a rework for sure, I think the more practical option is something like was pointed out above and using a camera mount to adapt it to a tripod since in the big picture it is a niche use case as far as I am aware.

If the camera tripod adapter simply won;t work and people really want a tripod mount, I can push for it but realize it will come with some downsides and possible higher cost.

Yep, something like this is what I was thinking as well for those that need a tripod mount. If it is really something that people want I can see if they can make or find one that fits this light well to offer as an option. This should be doable.

VOB is not replying to me, guess he is taking a break, anyone else ya’ll trust you would like me to send the prototype to for review? I have been away for awhile so not sure who is still around.

Yes, those numbers sound very reasonable, also keep in mind that my throw numbers are almost always noticeably lower then others, I got 1Mcd on the GT IIRC while others regularly recorded 1.2Mcd for example.

The aluminum is coated with a clear ano to protect it for this very thing, so no worries!

The bezel is aluminum on the prototype.

Member Chibim / 1Lumen ?

I hear you and understand what you are saying. As I said I thought it was going to have a tripod mount until the prototype showed up.

The truth of it is that there is just not enough meat to fit a full sized tripod thread in the current setup without entering the main reflector cavity. Now it is possible that a tripod mount missing a thread or 2 could fit but then not sure if mounts would tighten down properly?

The other issue is size, if they extend the meat to fit the tripod mount, it will increase the grip size which is already large for most people.

I am thinking about practical options for adding a tripod mount. I like to have a viable option before I make a pitch. Put simply I can understand why they left the tripod mount off the light itself seeing the CAD designs and I don’t think I can make a solid case for it to be added all things considered.

That said, I am leaning towards the option of having an optional handle that could be mounted to the light, preferably something pre-made they can simply order but worth case they could make something. This gives the best of both worlds, handle for those that need it and smaller grip for those that don’t.

If people have alternate options I am all ears, I am not saying getting it into the light is impossible, just unlikely. I will have their engineer look into it for sure though.

They actually contacted me but were not interested in the prototype (can’t blame them, it is a different type of review for a prototype). They wanted to review the production model which I think they will be able to work out.

This ?

Update, this one seems to fit all nitecore TM lights that have a 50mm tube diameter

Exactly what I was thinking.

The flat spots on the battery tube at 56.5mm, does anyone know of something that would fit that as is? Or know what size the one in the listing is (although a bit pricier then I would like)?

That would be a lot easier then making something custom.

Can you measure the grip area diameter? Is it similar to the Q8 diameter?

There’s This one from Asstrolux, which is pricey as well. It says its adjustable from 52 to 54 mm diameter.

Liionwholesale.com cancelled my last 2 orders. About 4 ish years ago I got in the Q8 buy and had them shipped but this last year and half No one is shipping up here I even went to some craptastic Vapecells for my 26650s.

I will check IMRbatteries.

It is 56.5mm on the flat spots

Very odd, try imr. There is another site I have ordered from in the past as well but can’t remember it off hand.