Great suggestions...let me comment:
[quote= langcjl]
I would like a combo r2 recoil with an xm-l and small reflector placed on the front side of the emitter post
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Are you thinking of running them both at the same time or selectable?
[quote= Haggai]
iTP A3 size and UI (but with memory that kicks in instantly), with 300 lumens at high with 1 battery, support extension tubes (at least 2) with a lower-low when they're attached (same output as 1 battery low), support "safe" chemistries (Alkalines, NiMH, LiFePo4), three parts (tail, body, head), can tailstand with or without extension tubes (one extension tube has foldable legs), doesn't get hot on high while not handheld (thermally regulated).
Accessories: Detachable tripod mount (a small extension tube) or another method to hold it firmly on a tripod, remote switch.
Bonus: Flood to throw, replacable heads (at least one is 365nm UV), high speed rechargable (110-250v mains, car) capacitor battery as a replacement body.
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Haggai, I think you're looking for the swiss-army style 1xAAA . Actually, the idea of having an extension tube is a good idea for that light (along with foldable legs).
[quote= Boaz]
still want a 3 AA xml at about 500L 4 mode w/usable low...
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heh...you and me both. The host you linked would work, but I think it could be made much smaller.
[quote=mitro]
Triple XML in a a D36 or even Mag sized head with optics that make the XMLs spot the size of the spot of a xpg/narrow Carlco triple.
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Again, good idea. I'm using the narrowest optics available now, and they're still a bit too floody. One idea I've been kicking around lately is using 3 manafont SM P60 reflectors trimmed at 120 degrees to allow fitment into a mag D head. It should provide outstanding throw, and is entirely doable. This was actually the route I was first going to take before I was overcome with the urge to stuff 6 of them in there...
[quote= FlashlightFoy]
A hot rod Led Lenser P17 with an XM-L driven hard.
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[quote= Be-Seen Triker]
3 mode hi-100%, med-60%, and a slow strobe at 2hz. 1x 18650 able to drive an XP-G at 1400ma.
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This is interesting... When looking at the mode selection on some torches at DX, I've always wondered why some lights had a high/med/strobe....Not being a cyclist myself, I overlooked that niche. Really makes sense once I think about it. You're right though...there aren't any out there now that'll push 1.4a. Although should be easy using Tido's guide with the Atiny chip. That's one thing I've been meaning to try....
[quote= Jekostas]
If I could figure out how to stick a piece of QTC in a Sipik SK68 I'd be set.
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That's one torch I've been meaning to order...wish I had one on hand to help you out. Looking at the tailcap, it may be possible to replace the spring with a copper/qtc sandwich and use the tailcap to vary brightness. Not the best solution though....
[quote= racoon city]
My dream torch is a 6-mode (H-MH-M-ML-L-Strobe) 1x18650 XM-L
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Other than lack of strobe, a well designed variable switch using a qtc might be right up your ally.
[quote= Don]
Two or three (probably two would be more manageable) side-by-side 18650s in an insulated body so the cells don't get cooked attached to a big chunk of copper...
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This. This is what I've been thinking about for awhile. I've got the tubing, I've got the head design, and I think I know a reflector that would work out well....My only hold-up is trying to figure out a novel way of battery access other than two separate caps.
Great Ideas guys....this is fun