Also see my vintage Eveready mod show here: http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?345855
These are nice vintage chrome hosts for an XM-L U2 1000 lumen mod…
—- Retro / High Tech —-
Ray-O-Vac made this 2D ‘Sportsman’ model in 1965.
I have several of these in mint condition with box.
If you want a $20 dollar discount, I have several used hosts in good condition. (some signs of wear, but in good condition)
In this modification, I am gluing a ‘plug’ inside the host, and using a single 32650 Li-Ion supply. (I have fiberglass sleeves for a 26650 as well - $5)
Features of the build:
- XM-L U2 emitter (1D tint)
- Multi mode 3 Amp driver with memory
- Sized for a single 32650 Li-Ion supply
- Multi-Layer Coated HD Glass Lens with custom sized silicone o-ring (or glow ring option available)
- Aluminum reflector (choose smooth or MOP - see below)
- Glow ring option
Notes:
- This is a ‘fixed focus’ design. I will have it adjusted to best spot. It has a nice bright spill area. ‘Best spot’ focus is the preferred set up…
- This driver uses 380mA AMC7135 chips to reach 3 Amps. It has many modes that can be configured. I personally like the 2 mode set up. (medium and high)
- I have Feilong 6000mAh 32650’s here! (the best IMO - over 2 hours run time on high, and over 6 hours on medium - medium is still very bright, about 320 lumens!)
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The pictures show the details of the build…
Multi-Layer Coated HD Glass lens (Glow ring is an option)
The glow ring is custom made by Fiddy…
Aluminum Reflector: (choose smooth or MOP)
Beam shots:
Current readings (2 mode configuration): (High, medium)
Measured at the emitter:
- High - 3020mA’s
- Medium - 890mA’s
Measured at the tail: (battery current draw from a single, 6000mAh 32650 Li-Ion)
- High - 3020mA’s… Estimated run time - 2 hours!
- Medium - 890mA’s… Estimated run time - Over 6 hours at about 320 lumens! 8)
Pricing:
This build could be cheaper but I’m using the best parts I could find since it’s such a great vintage host!
The complete build will include:
- Ray-O-Vac Sportsman host (Mint condition with box)
- Heatsink/driver/XM-L U2 emitter installed and tested (let me know desired mode configuration for the driver)
- Aluminum reflector (specify smooth or MOP)
- Multi-Layer Coated HD Glass Lens with custom sized silicone o-ring
- Assembled and ready for your battery
$199
Options:
- Custom glow ring - $15
- Discount: Used host/good condition - Subtract $20
- If you need a battery and/or charger with your order, just let me know and I can include those items as well…
Shipping will be based on transfer fees plus postage… (PM me for total)
Hope you like it!