The TF 3t6 works with 4 AA (same length as C’s). Draws 4A for full brightness in high mode.
Dunno where OP lives but in the US normal stores tend to carry more C/D cell cree lights, like Rayovac “Indestructible” 3c/2D
Correct - I’m from the US and have a bunch of AA, C and D size NiMH cells.
One more question - any other neutral/warm multiple XML lights without PWM (that can use AAs or Cs)? Trustfires seem to have bad PWM.
Pretty much all budget lights use pwm for lower modes. Skyray king pwm is pretty bad on low, too. 200hz. Dry is around that, too.
I just meant why would someone buy a small sun q5 for more than a mag?
Mags are pretty expensive outside the US. Even in the US $25-35 > $17.
blueb8llz:that is wonderful! if all 3x26650 lights can be replaced using 4x c cells, then heres another option for ya. the skyray 9xml light. but you should wait to see if others can chime in and confirm that 4 c cells will actually fit. if so, this would be the light to go for.
I don’t think it’ll work for all lights.
Mechanically/dimensionally 3x26650=4xC-size,
but if the driver doesn’t support the low voltage of 4x NiMH it might not work.
But it’s confirmed for TR-J12.
I also tried it on a TR-J18 that I have, but current draw with 4xC-size was a lot lower (only ~2A)
so with that one it doesn’t work as well.Should be receiving a 9x XM-L soon, will see how that fares with NiMH
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which 9xml are you getting? so with the 4xc size on the tr j18, it was less bright than using 18650s and 26650?
Since I just got a light meter
Quick and dirty ceiling bounce measurements in the bedroom
Light | Lux w. NiMH | Lux w. Li | |
TR-J12 | 225 (4xC) | 215 (3x26650) | |
TR-J18 | 90 (4xC) | 235 (3x26650) | |
UF 7T6 | 180 (4xC) | 190 (3x26650) | |
TF X100 | 95 (4xC) | 350 (3x26650) | 310 (4x26650) |
SR King | 210 (4x18650) | ||
TF 9XT6 | 320 (3x26650) | ||
TR-3T6 | 110 (4xAA) | 125 (3x18650) |
The TF 9x XM-L I got won’t even start on C-cells.
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Thank you Sigster for the great info!
The TR-J12 is looking might good on C cells.
Since I just got a light meter
Quick and dirty ceiling bounce measurements in the bedroom
Light Lux w. NiMH Lux w. Li TR-J12 225 (4xC) 215 (3x26650) TR-J18 90 (4xC) 235 (3x26650) UF 7T6 180 (4xC) 190 (3x26650) TF X100 95 (4xC) 350 (3x26650) 310 (4x26650) SR King 210 (4x18650) TF 9XT6 320 (3x26650) TR-3T6 110 (4xAA) 125 (3x18650) The TF 9x XM-L I got won’t even start on C-cells.
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How does the UF 7t6 compare to the J12 or J18? Kind of interesting it’s not called the 6t6 given it has 6 emitters (even though product description says 7…).
How does the UF 7t6 compare to the J12 or J18? Kind of interesting it’s not called the 6t6 given it has 6 emitters (even though product description says 7…).
Mine says
UltraFire XM-L 7T6 - Brightness up to 9000LM
on the side and has 7 emitters
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So, would you say it’s better/worse build/tint compared to the trustfires? Thinking of getting a super-flooder and would appreciate some comments, thanks.
There is one light that I’ve had my eyes on for a while that comes in at price that is comfortable below the TK70 but I must admit it is a bit long. If you are used to the D series maglites then it should be no problem for you though this one uses 5 C size cells.
And a picture of this 35$ 5C XML sideswitch light…
WOW! I have ALWAYS liked the feel of C cell Mags. This one looks REALLY interesting. I also saw that, for another $9, you can get a tube for it that will fit 2x18650. So if you have both types of batteries, this might be a REALLY good way to go! You could use C cells if you want runtime or a light that can double as a weapon. Or, if you want something smaller, switch to 2x18650. Either way, another nice thing about this light is that you don’t have to worry about failing battery holders.
Here’s a 6 C cell light that just got listed online at Costco:
http://www.costco.com/Life%2BGear-1000-Lumen-LED-Flashlight-with-Flasher.product.100008746.html
I’ll interject this’n…………….again.
Takes 3AA’s, 6, or 9.
Not sure if it is a deal or not but I am a sucker for stuff at Costco. It was $49. [image] [image]
Here’s a 6 C cell light that just got listed online at Costco: http://www.costco.com/Life%2BGear-1000-Lumen-LED-Flashlight-with-Flasher.product.100008746.html !http://images.costco.com/image/media/oos350-698171-847__1.jpg!
Uhh that is a brute! I like it :-)
Here’s a 6 C cell light that just got listed online at Costco:
http://www.costco.com/Life%2BGear-1000-Lumen-LED-Flashlight-with-Flasher.product.100008746.html
The only thing about this light is that the price seems a LITTLE steep for something that isn’t a ‘big name’. I myself would rather get the UF-5C for $34 ($43 with 2x18650 adaptor tube) than this light for $100 - even if you lose a little runtime because of fewer batteries. Plus, I like the idea that the UF-5C can be big when you want it (with 5xC) or small when you want it (2x18650). I would also rather pay $10 (or so) more and get a Fenix TK60. I’m not saying thid light is bad. But at least with the Fenix, you KNOW you’re getting a quality light.
The aforementioned HP550 is also a MUCH better deal for $49 at Costco. Just keep in mind that some parts of the country have been completely passed up when it comes to the availability of this light. For instance, we never saw it here in Northern California. And Cosctco WON’T ship from store to store. I ended up having to ask a friend in Southern California to ship one to me!
Ledsmoke:There is one light that I’ve had my eyes on for a while that comes in at price that is comfortable below the TK70 but I must admit it is a bit long. If you are used to the D series maglites then it should be no problem for you though this one uses 5 C size cells.
And a picture of this 35$ 5C XML sideswitch light…
I recently recieved the UF 5C, with the 2*18650 battery tube. Quality is pretty decent overall. For the price, I think it is a good deal. The 18650 tube is actually a 26650 tube with spacers, so battery options are pretty versatile. I can use 5 C’s, 5 AA’s in some spacers I already had, (easily over an hour runtime on high with Eneloops), 2 18650’s, or 2 26650’s.
The pwm on low is definitely noticeable, but I can get by it. I put an Acrylite FP99 lens (from Flashlightlens.com) in it, and I love the beam now. No rings, and the perfect balance of flood and throw.WOW! I have ALWAYS liked the feel of C cell Mags. This one looks REALLY interesting. I also saw that, for another $9, you can get a tube for it that will fit 2x18650. So if you have both types of batteries, this might be a REALLY good way to go! You could use C cells if you want runtime or a light that can double as a weapon. Or, if you want something smaller, switch to 2x18650. Either way, another nice thing about this light is that you don’t have to worry about failing battery holders.
How is the light output? Is it close to the rated 900 lumens? Also, how is the color temperature?
How is the light output? Is it close to the rated 900 lumens? Also, how is the color temperature?
I would say it’s probably pretty close. No way to measure objectively, though.