As requested, 3 XM-L Driver/Emitter module DIY

[PilotPTK]

@Sirius9

Fantastic job, I can't wait for machine assembled versions to appear :D

Thank you. I'm glad you like what I've done.

[quote=Sirius9]

My preferences:

- 5Amps (that's about 1,66A per emitter and that's almost 2000 lumens not bad , is it possible to push that to 2A/emitter?)

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These are in series, meaning when I say 3.2 Amps, I mean 3.2 Amps PER EMITTER. These will be fully driven XM-Ls

[quote=Sirius9]

- U2 XML

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Planned

[quote=Sirius9]

- modes arrangement: 10%-20%-30%-40%-50%-60%-70%-80%-100% + Mode memory

- no sos, no strob, no blinking whatsoever :)

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Modes will be fully programmable. Every mode you want and none of the modes you don't

[quote=Sirius9]

One question though: are you going to do custom programming of MCU or is that on the buyer?

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I'll have quite an assortment of 'standard' programs available. Truly custom programming is up to the buyer - although I will happily flash the micro with your compiled code - with the understanding that I don't test or validate your code - I burn it as is.

[quote=Sirius9]

(just think what would 3 x U2 @ 3Amps/each do that's 3000 lumens of light -> burn baby buuuuurnnnn :D )

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No need to think about it - it's here.

[quote=Sirius9]

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome PilotPTK, can't wait for updates :D

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Updates coming - I wish there were 48 hours in a day.. Really I do..

PPtk

[antonkochubey]

@Sirius9

Fantastic job, I cann't wait for machine assembled versions to appear :D

My preferences:

- 5Amps (that's about 1,66A per emitter and that's almost 2000 lumens not bad , is it possible to push that to 2A/emitter?)

- U2 XML

- modes arrangement: 10%-20%-30%-40%-50%-60%-70%-80%-100% + Mode memory

- no sos, no strob, no blinking whatsoever :)

One question though: are you going to do custom programming of MCU or is that on the buyer?

(just think what would 3 x U2 @ 3Amps/each do that's 3000 lumens of light -> burn baby buuuuurnnnn :D )

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome PilotPTK, can't wait for updates :D

He said they are wired in serial, so it’s 3.2A for EACH emitter, not for all of them.

[Old-Lumens]

@PilotPTK

@mattthemuppet

yeah, it's easy to forget when you're very proficient at something that others can be less so :)

this is all very tempting though, I may have to unsubscribe from this thread before my will completely fails!

The kit will be fun! I do this all the time, and I still get a great deal of satisfaction from hand soldering something like this and having it work.

I think I might make a short video showing the techniques that I use to solder these small components. That should help with a lot of people who are on the edge wondering if they have the skill to do it.

PPtk

PPtk - I think that for people who only ever do this just a very few times, or never, the fear of screwing up a bunch of money, will keep them from the DIY part. I know that I would not, even after doing a few soldering jobs, I know that 1.- I do not have the proper tools, 2.- I do not have the ability. (yes some people will never have the ability), so a fully completed “drop-in” might lead to further sales.

I also think your idea of a video is a great idea! With that, we might be able to gage our abilities, based on watching what you are doing.

Please don't get me wrong. I think it is fantastic of you offering these kits and I applaud your work.

[Sirius9]

@PilotPTK

I mean 3.2 Amps PER EMITTER. These will be fully driven XM-Ls

great news for me :D

[dorpmuller]

At least give us a ballpark price for fully assembled so I know whether to forget it or not...

[PilotPTK]

@dorpmuller

At least give us a ballpark price for fully assembled so I know whether to forget it or not...

I'll have more than a ballpark - I'll have an exact price - before the weekend is over. I'm an engineer - we don't ballpark.. It's a character flaw :)

PPtk

[viktori]

[PilotPTK]

Announcing Pricing:

DIY Module which will include Circuit board, Components and LEDIL CUTE-3-SS-XM Optic
The only thing NOT Included that you'll need are the actual XM-L emitters. For now, I'm not going to include them so that each person can procure their emitters in the tint and bin that they want.
$35.00 plus shipping
I will have T6, U2 and LT5 emitters available for purchase separately. T6 and LT5 will be $9.00 and U2 will be $11.00 each.

Fully assembled Module will include a professionally reflow-soldered module complete with XM-L Emitters and CUTE-3-SS-XM Optic:
Neutral White T5 Flux Bin E3 Tint Bin: $85.00 plus shipping
Cool White T6 Flux 53 Tint Bin: $85.00 plus shipping
Cool white U2 Flux 1C Tint: $93.00 plus shipping
Your Choice Emitter - I buy it from any source you specify. $60.00 + Cost of Emitters + $10 Custom Fee + shipping

These will be the initial costs. If volume ramps up and I can buy components in larger quantities, pricing may come down a bit.

Expected Availability for the kit is 3 weeks from today. Fully assembled module 4-5 weeks from today.

PPtk

[viktori]

I predict this is going to be a hit. A bit over my personal budget, but If I manage to make a good housing at any time in the future, I might persuade myself to go for this.

Give us some standard mode options, please.

That optic, is it smooth "outside"? In other words, if I put an o-ring between the optic and any housing I make, will it be waterproof?

Thanks for your efforts, you really are good at what you do.

Viktor

*thinks about understatements and goes to bed*

[Chicago_X]

@PilotPTK

Rather than send it to everyone privately, I'm just going to post a link to the files here.

http://www.brightlightmodules.com/3XML_Module_Mechanical.ZIP

Thanks for the files; I'll check dimensions and contact you re: purchase.

[PilotPTK]

@viktori

I predict this is going to be a hit. A bit over my personal budget, but If I manage to make a good housing at any time in the future, I might persuade myself to go for this.

Give us some standard mode options, please.

I hope you're right :) I've already got quite a bit invested in it.

There will be tons of standard mode options - and the software will be open source for anyone to modify to their liking.

@viktori

That optic, is it smooth "outside"? In other words, if I put an o-ring between the optic and any housing I make, will it be waterproof?

Yes, it is quite smooth. A good o-ring and it would be completely waterproof.

[quote=viktori]

Thanks for your efforts, you really are good at what you do.

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Thank You!

PPtk

[PilotPTK]

@Chicago X

@PilotPTK

Rather than send it to everyone privately, I'm just going to post a link to the files here.

http://www.brightlightmodules.com/3XML_Module_Mechanical.ZIP

Thanks for the files; I'll check dimensions and contact you re: purchase.

Sounds great Chicago. Hope you've been well!

PPtk

[Piesoup]

Outstanding! I'll certainly be interested in this board.

Saw the link Mattthemuppet posted up on MTBR.

Love your big bar light on the other thread too!

[mattthemuppet]

damn, you're killing me. I'll have to go and think of something completely banal so I forget about this immediately.

prices are really rather reasonable - $35 for a board+optic is good value, emitters are at cost (as far as I can tell) and $25 or so for assembly sounds fair too.

[Ledsmoke]

If you go ahead and make a video where you show how it should be done I think I'll bite. Have NO idea what I will use it for though but it will certainly be something to cut my teeth on with regards to soldering :-) Now I just have to get off thin darn boat and home....

[viktori]

Hah! A video would be awesome!

I bet that would increase sales substantially. :)

[fishinfool]

Aloha and welcome to BLF Piesoup!

[raccoon]

Welcome to the club, Piesoup!

[Piesoup]

Thanks! I've been reading this thread since the beginning, very excited to see it finalised!

[mattthemuppet]

Pilot, could you go into the programming aspect a little more please? Do you need a PIC tool or similar doohickey to flash new settings? Would reprogramming require disassembly of the light?