Depends, are you planning on using a 26650 or AAs? AAs are very safe and 26650 can be dangerous.
I was planning to use 26650 ( dangerous ? ) taff
Li-ion batteries can be dangerous if you use cheap batteries or cheap chargers. You also have to be willing to measure their voltage to keep them healthy. My personal recommnedation would be a Trustfire 5000 mah protected 26650 from CNQualityGoods along with an intellicharge I4.
Depends, are you planning on using a 26650 or AAs? AAs are very safe and 26650 can be dangerous.
I was planning to use 26650 ( dangerous ? ) taff
Li-ion batteries can be dangerous if you use cheap batteries or cheap chargers. You also have to be willing to measure their voltage to keep them healthy. My personal recommnedation would be a Trustfire 5000 mah protected 26650 from CNQualityGoods along with an intellicharge I4.
This looks like an interesting flashlight, especially considering the price, and I would buy one if it hadn’t been for the recent issues some have had with it. I would like to stick with AA’s, so I would be interested in what is the estimated output in lumens on high with 3 Eneloops compared to that obtained by using the lithium battery, which I assume is used to get the 910 lumens output.
This looks like an interesting flashlight, especially considering the price, and I would buy one if it hadn’t been for the recent issues some have had with it.
You and me both bro
weaver wrote:
…I would be interested in what is the estimated output in lumens on high with 3 Eneloops compared to that obtained by using the lithium battery, which I assume is used to get the 910 lumens output.
This looks like an interesting flashlight, especially considering the price, and I would buy one if it hadn’t been for the recent issues some have had with it. I would like to stick with AA’s, so I would be interested in what is the estimated output in lumens on high with 3 Eneloops compared to that obtained by using the lithium battery, which I assume is used to get the 910 lumens output.
It’s the AA carrier that is responsible for the reduced performance on NiMH. Too much resistance. But you can fix it up. Spend a couple of bucks on some better contact springs, solder them on, and you’ll have your Eneloops delivering the full 2.8 amps.
It appears only slightly dimmer than with lithium’s. I get 1.85 amps on fresh Enloops and 2.81 amps with King Kongs.
Thanks for this info, Tex.
cainn wrote:
weaver wrote:
This looks like an interesting flashlight, especially considering the price, and I would buy one if it hadn’t been for the recent issues some have had with it. I would like to stick with AA’s, so I would be interested in what is the estimated output in lumens on high with 3 Eneloops compared to that obtained by using the lithium battery, which I assume is used to get the 910 lumens output.
It’s the AA carrier that is responsible for the reduced performance on NiMH. Too much resistance. But you can fix it up. Spend a couple of bucks on some better contact springs, solder them on, and you’ll have your Eneloops delivering the full 2.8 amps.
Thanks, cainn, that’s good to know, meaning that this component is easy to upgrade. Would be nice to find a finished one of higher quality. Alibaba and diytrade seem to have several, but sell only in larger quantities.
It’s the AA carrier that is responsible for the reduced performance on NiMH. Too much resistance. But you can fix it up. Spend a couple of bucks on some better contact springs, solder them on, and you’ll have your Eneloops delivering the full 2.8 amps.
I've come to the conclusion that at the $45 price tag of this Cyclone (+ $5 holster cost) the Jetbeam PA40 is a better buy for a few bucks more if you're not looking for max output. I don't own either, but researched for my co-workers use where they need significant output with good runtime, dependable, able to run on common cells (even alkalines in a pinch), and available in neutral white.
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You could always pick up a couple of these as well. I hate the white carrier. Black is sexier. Plus once you have a spare or two, you tend to become a little more deliciously reckless with your modding efforts
You could always pick up a couple of "these":http://kaidomain.com/Product/Details.S003294 as well. I hate the white carrier. Black is sexier. Plus once you have a spare or two, you tend to become a little more deliciously reckless with your modding efforts :P
If you read the description they say theres are only good for up to 1 amp.
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I’ve come to the conclusion that at the $45 price tag of this Cyclone (+ $5 holster cost) the Jetbeam PA40 is a better buy for a few bucks more if you’re not looking for max output. I don’t own either, but researched for my co-workers use where they need significant output with good runtime, dependable, able to run on common cells (even alkalines in a pinch), and available in neutral white.
Well remember I don't own either light, but I believe it's a better build quality, can depend on it right out of the package (no issue with 3AA holder adding resistance), good modes, good runtime, a good respected brand name (probably warranty too). It's just not driven to the max.
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Well remember I don’t own either light, but I believe it’s a better build quality, can depend on it right out of the package (no issue with 3AA holder adding resistance), good modes, good runtime, a good respected brand name (probably warranty too). It’s just not driven to the max.
-Garry
Makes sense. I figured that was what you meant.
The Fenix LD41 looks even better, but its a bit pricey.
Oh yeah LD40 and jetbeam PA40 are very similar. Both are good.
I really like the flat-ended tailstanding body of the LD41. Xml doesn’t hurt either. I know this may seem like a trivial detail, but I try to only buy standers. Much more versatile. That’s just me.
Cool, thanks!
I wonder whats the total number of affected Cyclones?
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I would like to know that too.
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Depends, are you planning on using a 26650 or AAs? AAs are very safe and 26650 can be dangerous.
My LED comparison thread with links.
Tint, Binning, and CRI Explanation (For the XM-L)
http://budgetlightforum.com/node
I was planning to use 26650 ( dangerous ? )
taff
Li-ion batteries can be dangerous if you use cheap batteries or cheap chargers. You also have to be willing to measure their voltage to keep them healthy. My personal recommnedation would be a Trustfire 5000 mah protected 26650 from CNQualityGoods along with an intellicharge I4.
My LED comparison thread with links.
Tint, Binning, and CRI Explanation (For the XM-L)
http://budgetlightforum.com/node
Thank-you for that
Any news on current batches of these? Are they still having issues? How many are affected?
I like copper
This looks like an interesting flashlight, especially considering the price, and I would buy one if it hadn’t been for the recent issues some have had with it. I would like to stick with AA’s, so I would be interested in what is the estimated output in lumens on high with 3 Eneloops compared to that obtained by using the lithium battery, which I assume is used to get the 910 lumens output.
You and me both bro
You and me both bro
I like copper
It appears only slightly dimmer than with lithium’s. I get 1.85 amps on fresh Enloops and 2.81 amps with King Kongs.
Thanks for the info tex.
Would 3 LiFepo4 14500s (3.2v ea) be too much?
I like copper
You could rebuild the battery carrier to run parallel. 9.6v will be too much for this circuit board.
It’s the AA carrier that is responsible for the reduced performance on NiMH. Too much resistance. But you can fix it up. Spend a couple of bucks on some better contact springs, solder them on, and you’ll have your Eneloops delivering the full 2.8 amps.
Thanks for this info, Tex.
Thanks, cainn, that’s good to know, meaning that this component is easy to upgrade. Would be nice to find a finished one of higher quality. Alibaba and diytrade seem to have several, but sell only in larger quantities.
Nice! Thanks for the tip.
I like copper
I've come to the conclusion that at the $45 price tag of this Cyclone (+ $5 holster cost) the Jetbeam PA40 is a better buy for a few bucks more if you're not looking for max output. I don't own either, but researched for my co-workers use where they need significant output with good runtime, dependable, able to run on common cells (even alkalines in a pinch), and available in neutral white.
-Garry
My Bike Lights Thread, Optics (TIR) Comparison Beamshots, Diffusion Techniques
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You could always pick up a couple of these as well. I hate the white carrier. Black is sexier. Plus once you have a spare or two, you tend to become a little more deliciously reckless with your modding efforts
If you read the description they say theres are only good for up to 1 amp.
My LED comparison thread with links.
Tint, Binning, and CRI Explanation (For the XM-L)
http://budgetlightforum.com/node
I was just suggesting that ordering spares can be helpful for when you want to mod a carrier for high current use.
But you pick a few up and are cheap enough not to worry about messing them up and not having one that still works.
-Garry
My Bike Lights Thread, Optics (TIR) Comparison Beamshots, Diffusion Techniques
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Why is the pa40 better? Dependability?
I like copper
Well remember I don't own either light, but I believe it's a better build quality, can depend on it right out of the package (no issue with 3AA holder adding resistance), good modes, good runtime, a good respected brand name (probably warranty too). It's just not driven to the max.
-Garry
My Bike Lights Thread, Optics (TIR) Comparison Beamshots, Diffusion Techniques
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That PA40 looks like it’s very functional, and probably better quality… but it sure is ugly! Blech. Gimme the Cyclone!
Makes sense. I figured that was what you meant.
The Fenix LD41 looks even better, but its a bit pricey.
I like copper
Theres also Fenix E40 if you want something cheaper but still with some throw
Oh yeah LD40 and jetbeam PA40 are very similar. Both are good.
I really like the flat-ended tailstanding body of the LD41. Xml doesn’t hurt either.
I know this may seem like a trivial detail, but I try to only buy standers. Much more versatile. That’s just me.
I like copper
I don’t think it’s a trivial detail at all. I much prefer lights that tailstand myself, as they have additional utility.
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