3D printed base for BLF LT1 Mini

The base makes the Mini much less tippy.

Fits snug and opens up the possibility of hanging it inverted without the head/diffuser for even overhead lighting.

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Have a link to the STL file?

I could make a few in the evening. (Elgoo Mars 3 pro.) makes quick work of most little things in batches.

If you do, and would consider selling one, (or if @xxo wants to sell some) let me know, please.

If anyone is selling one, please let us all know

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posted it on printables:

https://www.printables.com/model/269900-basestand-for-blf-lt1-mini-lantern

Thanks I will leave the selling of them to XXO, it is his design and shipping from Alaska to anywhere is anything but cheep these days.

I wasn’t planning on selling these. I could sell them for $3 to BLF members and maybe make a buck or two, but unfortunately shipping (USA) and paypal fees would add another $6, so $9 for one and $3 for each additional. If someone really wants one from me, shoot me a PM. I might be able to print a few towards the end of next week.

I am looking forward to seeing how this works out for those who have access to a 3D printer.

I got the base today from XXO. Overall I like it. It fits well and make the lantern stable. Better than the one I have from Tactical_Grizzly. But it is a much larger diameter, so that is expected…
I like the MINI and BLF text on the base.
I did find the bottom of the printed to be very slick/slippery. It will slide on a smooth surface at much of an angle.
Also, the magnet I have in the base of the LT1S is no longer effective with the base installed. Not a problem for the intended use, but I like the ability to affix the light to a ferrous material.

So I cut a disk of this stuff: , and put it on the bottom of your base.
The stuff really sticks to whatever you put it on, and it is quite tacky on the other side. It fixes the sliding problem completely.
Then I got one of these: DC1-N52, from K&J Magnetics. It is a disk 3/4” by 1/16” thick N52 magnet. It fits almost perfectly in the hole in the base. The sticky side of the above material hold it in place.
It, along with the magnet I already had in the tail cap, allows the mini to stick well to even vertical smooth/slick surfaces.
Fortunately, I had both items from previous projects.
Now the little base is just perfect for me. Just thought I would let you know in case it might be helpful for anyone going forward.
BTW, the rubber can be cut to allow the use of the four “mounting” holes in the base. Perhaps for hanging it somewhere.

This is a nice accessory for the LT1S !!

Thanks XXO for printing and sending me the base.

Thanks!

I was thinking that the holes could be used to attach it to a guy line with S biners or the like or with paracord to attach it to a line or even a tree branch with the diffuser removed for even overhead light.

I made some improvements to this to make it more multifunctional.

I added a hook to hang the Mini upside down from a guy line in tent or a campsite (this works real well with the diffuser removed).

I thought while I’m at it, why not add mounting points for the wire bail from the top of the light?

I also added a neodynium magnet.

I still have a few tweaks to make and one major feature to add, but I probably won’t get a chance to print it until about a week.