5700K is a new tint option FT03. Not sure if anyone has one in hand to compare right now. Based on the temperature Kelvin value, it should be slightly cooler than than 5000K.
I’m thinking the 70.2 FT03 will be out before the 5000k SST40 variant. Which I would jump on multiples if the specs hold out.
Neither the Astrolux FT03 at Banggood nor the Mateminco MT35 Mini at AliExpress are even allowing 5000K orders, so we may not see this emitter again for awhile.
Just in case there’s any confusion, the XHP70.2 emitter will create a very different flashlight than the SST40. If you want a 5000K SST40, better to either wait or buy the 5700K, which is probably an acceptable compromise. Don’t choose the 70.2 version unless you want a flooder.
As freeme responded, we haven’t seen beamshots from the 5700K emitter and I don’t even think we’ve heard from anyone who ordered one. If someone does get one, perhaps they could show us some shots or perhaps comparisons.
I like my SST40 5000K FT03 and use almost every day. I’m thinking of putting Anduril on it, but NarsilM is still quite good.
Just joined the company of lights, wonder if I can jump on the bandwagon
For this light.
A coupon code a must? I must have one. TY.
I have a 5700k, its pretty nice. I still think a 70.2 would be better, and I’m expecting more throw due to my SP70 being quite the distance shooter. I think the 70.2 doesn’t get enough credit.
Hi Freeme. I would like to have the coupon code.
Many thanks
The 50.2 3v is a more practical option vs the 70.2. It could just be swapped out vs needing an entirely new driver and mcpcb. It would also throw better.
Given existing boost driver performance a 50.2 would also most likely give as much or more lumens since it could be driven harder.
Did Astrolux actually say they plan to make a 70.2 version? I thought that was a “consumer wish”.
A 70.2 is going to need a boost driver which will severely limit the output.
Yep the 3v 50.2 works…….very well indeed :+1:
Nice, I figured that would make for a good match.
Just wish they had a good tint for the 3V version.
Slice/Dice 
Warms the 5700k up a bit…but yeah I would buy more than a few 4000k for a change…
Do you have a beamshot of a stock SST-40 against a domed / de-domed Cree 50.2? I want to see how much bigger the spot gets and if there is any dark spots in the center of the beam of the 50.2
Thanks!
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Sorry no long shot, beam shots…but the 50.2 looks great, not like a 1st gen 50, prolly because it’s not focused 100% maybe, it looks like any other 70.2 , but in the FT03 stock set-up, it looks pretty damn good really.
FT03 CW (stock) FT03 NW (stock) Dedomed 7500k SST40 FT03 3v 50.2
Clean De-domed (not sliced) SST40 7500k and the FT03 3v 50.2 Dome On
So, is the 50.2 going to be an option for Astrolux, or is there a liability concern? I thought there were heat concerns with that led.
Not sure, but somebody posted this:
Interested!
There are power concerns with the 50.2 in 6/12 volt. They tend to burn up instantly with FET drivers. Even when used with little 18350 cells. Sometimes it takes a while.
The new 3 volt version is quite different. People are using FET drivers with very big high drain cells and they are surviving just fine.
This 3v version came out after the FT03 was already designed so I have no clue what Astrolux’s plans are.
Thanks, it looks legit, but you never know if Astrolux will change their mind. I think using the 3v 50.2 is the smarter move compared to using the 70.2. It can use the same driver and mcpcb so the only cost increase is due to the led itself.
I didn’t see it until recently, but freeme’s got it HERE and claims it’s on the way.
Good to hear from someone with the 5700K, so thanks.
We don’t know the specs or configuration on the FT03 70.2, but it doesn’t have the mass to sustain high output from that emitter and only has one cell. The driver is a mystery. Though bulkier, the SP70 has a more suitable head, can be had for ~$50 with a code (I’ve read), and will be more powerful than the FT03 70.2.
I guarantee that the Sofirn body is thicker and nicer than the Astrolux and has smooth, square threads to boot. The FT03 will be smaller and lighter, of course. I have the SST40 version and love it, but it feels every bit a budget light. The FT03 will fit in a (large) coat pocket and suits my needs very well (I need to penetrate mist/fog), but I was jealous once I saw the SP70 beamshots.
Also, there’s a BLF SP70 in the works, so…
I don’t hate the 70.2, but it’s a very large surface for a relatively small-headed thrower.
My 5700K order got back ordered. 