A few pictures of my new toy:
Third column title is luminous flux, but i don't know how the values are derived for MT18 and D18.
Yes, store does not allow coupon and credit to be used at the same time since 2014.
By using your own BG credits, you could actually save more than our coupon.
Can it be used with the extension tube of the original mf01?
I just purchased this. I have a set of these batteries and want to know if they will work:
18650 KeepPower 3500mAh Sanyo NCR18650GA Protected Button Top
These are actually for another flashlight. If I want to purchase 4 more batteries for this light, would these be a good choice? I do like the idea of having 8 identical batteries.
Thanks.
It’s not a good choice. The extra length of those protected cells may or may not actually fit in the light.
Secondly, this is a high current light that can pull 9 amps from each battery. It’s possible the protection circuit of the battery will trip. If not, then the light will probably be drawing a lot lower current which means a lot less lumens than the rated output.
What would be the best batteries to get then?
jftuga is from Athens, Georgia and not from Athens, Greece! 
But yes, Samsung 30Q are probably the best choice.
Hahaha, you are right!
Miguel, tell us about the Aux Lights. Are they configurable? Or are they hardwired in with a single sequence? Can you choose your own colors? Thanks!
I don’t know if there is any hidden option that I still don’t know how to use. But for now, the options for the auxiliary LEDs and the button LED (the configuration of both go together) that I know are:
Off.
Constant, not very bright.
Constant, bright.
Flashing (when blinking, alternate a bright blink with a low bright blink)
I just ordered 4 Molice P28A for this light. Mooch says it performs the same as the P26A but with slightly higher capacity. The P26A is rated as the best all-around 18650. If you want longest run time, get the NCR18650GA.
Hello, my silver MF01S arrived today. But it has no physical lockout by turning the head loose.
How is it with the other anodisation colors?
In my Sand MF01S the physical lockout turning the head works properly.
There is no “best”. There are a lot of variations and some work better in certain areas than others. Some give longer runtime, some give higher amps, but there are always pros and cons of each. The 30Q is a good “compromise” battery as it has good amps, good capacity, good availability in button top and a good price.
I doubt this can run flattop batt…
Just received email from BG that 30Q can’t ship to my country after my order placed 4 days ago… Super Sad…
My 5000K Sand arriving any time from now… Sigh…
With this light I believe you can use flat top, but only if you remove the white discs which give polarity protection. So you’ll need to be extra careful installing batteries.
Another option is add a solder blob to a flat top.
A last choice is adding a magnet, but I think it adds resistance and might be risky if the light falls and a magnet causes a short circuit.
BTW, you can add your country to your profile info. Maybe someone can recommend a battery source for you.
Thanks JasonWW for the tips. Will add in my profile. Btw, I’m from Singapore.
Being in Singapore definitely makes it harder to get batteries. Shipping restrictions are getting worse.
I don’t know of a specific company that ships there, but you might try nkon. They are in Europe.
If they don’t shop to Singapore, try this thread. Massive post on where to get lithium-ion batteries everywhere in the world!
You can also search the forum for other people in Singapore and send them a PM to see if they know of a good battery source.