Haha that’s a cool build. I have a few 12v relays kicking around, need to get crafty…

Hey lads if you are after something cheap and cheerful check out the Coleman Divide +250 on a Amazon for around $8. Its a great light, well built and comes with batteries its a little on the bigger side but it should be able to with stand a beating if you give it to the kids. Its only got two modes so it should be easy for any one to use. They state 250 lumens but its brighter than that.
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B019SIG4F4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_tit...

does anyone know where is the best place to get a good price on XPL-HI in Aus? Cutter want $9 each which is a bit rich imho.

Best way I found was to get the 4x MCPCB from intl outdoor with them, and reflow to remove. Doesn’t give many options, but it’s the cheapest way I found. $16.50USD for four, but then there’s postage (unless you buy a bunch and get free shipping).

Only has 6500K and 5000K at the moment.

https://intl-outdoor.com/noctigon-4xp-23mm-4p.html

But actually in Aus, cutter are about the only people with them.

What color temp are you looking for? I have 3xCW virtually unused on a triple MCPCB I’m happy to sell cheap + postage.

yeah i was looking at 4, they are going into a small light bar for my bike. thanks anyway.