Convoy C8+  New look for an old favorite

d_t_a · 2018-06-16T09:43:11.000Z

Not sure if the tint of the Convoy C8+ are the same as the one in the Convoy C8 Clear/Silver (Biscotti), but here are some beamshots I made with them:

(in the videos, the building across is around 160 meters distant from the flashlight)

Convoy C8 Clear/Silver (XPL-Hi, U6-3A neutral-white)

Convoy C8 Clear/Silver (XPL-Hi, U3-7A very warm white)

and for comparison:

Astrolux C8 (XPL-Hi, 1A cool-white)

Astrolux C8 (XPL-Hi, 3B neutral-white)

Delta_V · 2018-06-20T17:52:28.000Z

Hey guys, if the Desert Sand color wasn’t quite your type, Simon has now listed the C8+ in Black.

joechina · 2018-06-20T20:37:43.000Z

[quote=DB Custom]
Richard puts LEDSeal on it after he slices it, which is why it’s “smooth as glass” ;)[/quote

Have you a link to that stuff? It sounds expensive

DB_Custom · 2018-06-20T21:24:38.000Z

I’ve heard of LED Seal used for quite a while but I’ve never known where it comes from or what it costs. I for one can’t see removing a cover to gain throw only to add a cover back onto it. That’s just me though. Richard had a lot of de-domed emitters get damaged by folks trying to put them in lights and then want to return them so he started protecting the bond wires…

mortuus · 2018-06-20T21:58:05.000Z

d_t_a:

Not sure if the tint of the Convoy C8+ are the same as the one in the Convoy C8 Clear/Silver (Biscotti), but here are some beamshots I made with them:

(in the videos, the building across is around 160 meters distant from the flashlight)

Convoy C8 Clear/Silver (XPL-Hi, U6-3A neutral-white)

https://youtu.be/1hXAi7y233I

Convoy C8 Clear/Silver (XPL-Hi, U3-7A very warm white)

https://youtu.be/GiVZh57anq0

and for comparison:

Astrolux C8 (XPL-Hi, 1A cool-white)

https://youtu.be/oh_GCnCq5RI

Astrolux C8 (XPL-Hi, 3B neutral-white)

https://youtu.be/1KQ4jK6FAac

thanks for the videos, i must say of all c8s the new c8+ in ww is my new fav for sure, even if it throws less then cw or neutral i dont care.

djozz · 2018-06-26T18:22:59.000Z

I received my sand C8+ and although I thought I would like it once I got it, especially since I never liked the classic C8 design, this is not my style either, way too pointy, and I do not like how it feels in my hand.

The build quality is perfect though, and the ano is beautiful.

klrman · 2018-06-26T18:31:23.000Z

Have you ever owned a C8 before this one? When I first got mine I wasn't too excited but now it is one my most used flashlights. It can grow on you. I then got a clear C8 and love it.

djozz · 2018-06-26T18:51:30.000Z

klrman:

Have you ever owned a C8 before this one? When I first got mine I wasn’t too excited but now it is one my most used flashlights. It can grow on you. I then got a clear C8 and love it.

Sure I own a few, and did nice mods to them. Thing is that the form factor (1x18650,40mm reflector) is about ideal for me, but as a moddable budget host every manufacturer that made one also copied that same styling that I do not like. Simon is the first to abandon it which I appreciate a lot. But again it is not my cup of tea unfortunately.

klrman · 2018-06-26T18:59:49.000Z

Nice side by side pics thanks. OK, I see what you mean now. Standing next to the clear it is really angular, I don't like it either. Not going to order it now.

vinte77 · 2018-06-26T20:00:58.000Z

Well, I got the host version and I like the light very much. Here’s mine in the following post:

What did you mod today? Flashlight Modding and DIY Parts

I was inspired by djozz and built this C8+ out with sliced Samsung LH351D 4000K 90+CRI. I must say I do like the tint on the led. I’m using a qlite driver w/ added chips at 6a. ![image] ! ![image] ! ![image] !

Swib · 2018-06-26T20:17:44.000Z

Led seal is sold here but you need to be careful not to plug the nozzle. You do get a spare just in case.

WalkIntoTheLight · 2018-06-26T20:41:54.000Z

klrman:

Have you ever owned a C8 before this one? When I first got mine I wasn’t too excited but now it is one my most used flashlights. It can grow on you. I then got a clear C8 and love it.

I’ve got three C8’s, and they’re great for dedicated throw, but awful for everything else. Okay, they can also make for a nice ceiling-bounce light.

I often carry a C8 if I’m going somewhere that I know I’ll need it, but it’s never my main light. I need something far more floody for near-to-moderate distances. The C8’s only job is for brief looks at something in the distance.

klrman · 2018-06-26T23:55:56.000Z

I keep my c8 on low when walking around after dark and it's ok. Even use the dollar store flashlights for that and they work too, but I really like the throw when I want it for such a small light.

Talpa · 2018-11-30T19:09:10.000Z

Very nice host for a dedicated gunlight. I put in Osram KW CSLPM1.TG – 2mm2 and 4A driver.
Only 100% mode and remote switch.
Remote cable although is totally useless in wintertime, I have to replace it with silicone wire.
Modded 12300lux and original 6800lux @ 3m

vwpieces · 2018-12-25T05:18:33.000Z

Appears a C8+ with 21700 battery is a possibility.

Plotthound · 2018-12-25T11:59:18.000Z

I couldn’t understand the video. I’ve been waiting for Simon to come out with more 21700/26650 lights.

mortuus · 2018-12-25T16:07:57.000Z

Plotthound:

I couldn’t understand the video. I’ve been waiting for Simon to come out with more 21700/26650 lights.

perhaps we will see something exciting next year who knows.

sochi111 · 2020-07-21T00:00:57.000Z

I know this is an ol topic but I didnt want to start a new thread just to ask a simple question.

Does it makes sense to bypass the springs in the new Convoy C8+ while keeping the XPLHI and 12 mode biscotti driver?

will34 · 2020-07-21T00:35:32.000Z

Bypass is not necessary or performance but it’s good practice to reinforce the stock soldering job with high quality solder on the spring and the switch.

sochi111 · 2020-07-21T00:47:47.000Z

will34:

Bypass is not necessary or performance but it’s good practice to reinforce the stock soldering job with high quality solder on the spring and the switch.

Thanks Will34. Am I going to be able to do a better job than Convoy factory? :person_facepalming: