I’m shopping on aliexpress for a sk98 style flashlight. is T6 or L2 better?
This seller has T6 for $4.98 and L2 for $5.98
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/3000LM-5-Modes-CREE-XM-L2-high-quality-Mini-Black-Waterproof-LED-Flashlight-Zoomable-lantern-LED/32635907456.html
Are these genuine cree leds? or can anyone point me to a sk98 style one on aliexpress? thanks.
XM-L2 is a newer-generation emitter, and is likely to be a better option.
T6 is a brightness bin, but is usually used (by sellers) as a generalization for an older first-gen emitter.
I would actually expect you to end up with a poorly-performing LatticeBright clone at those prices. (Notice that none of the pics actually show the LED as installed in the light…) I also see that they offer a Q5 option (Likely a LB-clone XP-E style emitter) for $4, it might be a fair option to purchase as a mod-host at least…
Personally, I prefer the smaller-die XP-G2 for the SK-98 zoomie.
UltraFire SK98 LED Flashlight (XM-L2 based at FT)
A recent new SKU. Hope its equipped with a genuine emitter.
Cheers
I recently bought one of the camo models:
https://www.fasttech.com/products/1649/10015804/4168603
Listed as XM-L T6, but even their picture shows a LB emitter, and you can even see the LB logo on the PCB:
Well, considering the price difference, if my torch isn’t equipped with the real thing, I’ll fix their unbrained heads…
… this way.
Cheers
Welcome to BLF
Order a clipon magnifying lens so you can take pics of the led.
Cost you around $3,50 but probably will get you a refund on the light since that is almost certainly not a Cree LED
Here you go, link to the thingy all China shopping flashlight buyers should have in the OP
i have one of those jeweler’s magnifying loop. i guess i’ll use that to check out the led. i guess this recently started when i bought a 6 pack of Ultrafire SK68 flashlights. i showed it off and some of my co-workers bought some. I’m looking to bigger flashlights also.
oh boy, you are at the right (or very wrong ;)) place for that… make space!
Spammer in sight fellows! Second thread update notification this morning, same bird…
Well, now that I'm writing this, for those who may be interested you ought to know that I received the UltraFire SK98 XM-L2 U2 from FastTech and it indeed equipped a genuine emitter. Just for you to know.
Cheers ^:)