Convoy H1 short review

gchart · 2019-04-24T15:26:28.000Z

I see a retaining ring for the driver and notches in the bezel, so I imagine it’s not impossible to disassemble if you’re determined enough.

Eh, screw it. I’m that curious… I just ordered one.

BTW, thanks for the quick review and pics. I was waiting to make sure that the driver was held by a retaining ring and not glue. I can’t wait to dive into mine when it gets here.

Lexel · 2019-04-24T16:34:21.000Z

+1 for 3535 footprint and LH351D no ugly tint shift like Crees have

WestBam · 2019-04-24T19:40:03.000Z

The driver clamping ring can be rolled out easy.
I could not loosen the reflector and switch ring

gchart · 2019-04-24T19:50:17.000Z

Phlogiston · 2019-04-24T21:31:42.000Z

Some Convoy stuff is reverse-threaded, i.e. clockwise to loosen. Apparently intended to automatically keep it tight as people open and close their lights. Might be worth carefully turning the switch ring the “wrong” way.

WestBam · 2019-04-25T06:34:17.000Z

The driver ring loosens in a counterclockwise (normal) direction.
No special tools to loosen the ring in front of the reflector. I couldn’t move in either direction.

firedome · 2019-04-25T07:04:51.000Z

Thanks for the review

Plotthound · 2019-04-25T11:02:19.000Z

It’s strange that they chose to compare it to the Rofis R2, a pretty unique 14500 swivel head light with magnetic charging and battery indicator.

Plotthound · 2019-04-25T11:54:41.000Z

I’m a huge Convoy fan and I use headlights more than flashlights. I’ve been hoping for a Convoy headlight.
Simon has a lot going on, S11, H1, 21700 S2 and C8, latest and greatest LED’s and upgraded drivers. I’d say he rushed this out. It’s a great looking light and I’ll buy one, but I’m disappointed. It doesn’t do anything that my other right angle lights don’t do, and I much prefer the Sofirn/Boruit D10 style headlamp for many reasons.
Simon had those headbands in stock. They look like they were designed for a 18350 light. He must have a new one in the works. This is a heavy light. Probably needs a headband with a strap that goes over the top of the head. It would be nice if it had “Convoy” on it.

WestBam · 2019-04-25T15:19:09.000Z

Keep in mind that you will also receive Convoy quality. I think this is an important point!

Mkduffer · 2019-04-25T17:51:31.000Z

Oh GAWD! The last thing I need is another headlamp.
Is there an ordering link?
I’ll probably use my Skilhunt headstrap with it, the one with the over-the-top strap.

lumenzilla · 2019-05-26T17:27:01.000Z

Nice review!
I’m wondering if you can replace the body with S2+ (short) body?

gchart · 2019-05-26T17:37:31.000Z

Just tried it… nope. The H1 head is wide enough that the threads don’t even grab each other.

lumenzilla · 2019-05-26T18:08:49.000Z

gchart:

Just tried it… nope. The H1 head is wide enough that the threads don’t even grab each other.

thanks for your quick attempt & reply (y)

SwitchItOn · 2019-06-22T16:20:54.000Z

I am torn between H1 and Sofin SP40.

Has anyone tried mounting a S2+ 18350 tube onto H1? If it’s Lego-able, then I’m sold.

TIA.

gchart · 2019-06-22T16:41:24.000Z

I’ve tried. Not lego-able. The H1 tube is slightly larger diameter.

In stock form, I like the SP40 better: better UI, thermal regulation, lighter, and USB charging. But the low isn’t very low (~12 lumens) and the switch is in an awkward spot. The H1 is heavier and can get burning hot… but with a MCU/firmware change, I prefer it over the SP40.

SwitchItOn · 2019-06-22T16:54:20.000Z

Thx, gchart. I just pulled the trigger on SP40.

Rxich · 2019-07-16T02:03:43.000Z

The convoy H1 is flat out dangerous. I used it on high for 12 minutes, with an Imren 25A 18650. The light got so hot it burned my fingers, and I was worried about battery failure. What a horrible design and waste of money. My nitecore, skilhunt & sofrin headlights never ever get this hot, even after 25 minutes.
You have been warned. Also it has poor optics and a bad donut hole effect.

gchart · 2019-07-16T02:09:14.000Z

Rxich:

The convoy H1 is flat out dangerous. I used it on high for 12 minutes, with an Imren 25A 18650. The light got so hot it burned my fingers, and I was worried about battery failure. What a horrible design and waste of money. My nitecore, skilhunt & sofrin headlights never ever get this hot, even after 25 minutes.
You have been warned. Also it has poor optics and a bad donut hole effect.

I am very much in agreement. In stock form, it gets dangerously hot. I can’t believe Simon shipped these out without a step down or thermal control.

If you can solder, I can hook you up with an MCU to swap in that includes thermal management. Or if you want to offload it, I’d be glad to help you with that too.

I can’t say I’ve noticed a donut hole though. I’ll have to keep an eye out for that next time I use mine.

lumenzilla · 2019-07-16T08:55:56.000Z

gchart:

I am very much in agreement. In stock form, it gets dangerously hot. I can’t believe Simon shipped these out without a step down or thermal control.

That’s something I don’t wanna put on my forehead.