But since a 365nm Nichia UV usually goes for about $16.00 and Convoy S2 host goes for about $9.50
For a total of $25.50. And that’s without a driver. $19.10 sounds like a good price.
The flashlight is only one mode on/off though.
It would’ve been nicer with a 3 mode driver.
MadisonJoe
BTW, UV- eye protection is most likely a good idea with this LED.
I thought about getting that filter but its 20MM and made of glass (which is nice) but hard to grind/sand down.
Or is the Convoy S2 glass lens 20MM? I thought it was smaller than that.
I have this light and I bought the black lens filter. The light works ok for currency as it comes but if you want to see body fluids and other true UV stuff, you need the black lens installed. That little $1.50 lens is a game changer. It makes it into a totally different light.
Wait, why is that such a great price? Simon himself sells that light for about $25, not $51.77. I know because I bought one from him. And if you message him and ask he’ll do a 15% discount for BLFers, bringing it down to more like $22. Yeah $19 is better than $25 (or $22), but personally I’d pay the extra 3-6 bucks to not have to deal with Gearbest and to support a guy who really does do a lot for our hobby. But maybe that’s just me…
Regardless, order from Gearbest if you want. Just don’t be fooled - you’re not saving 63%. Its a very good UV light and easily recommended.
How can I contact Simon to ask about the S2+ short tube in black color?
Another option is ordering a full short S2+ and swap guts, but I don’t feel like needing a full S2+ right now…
From what I’ve been told BLF A6 short tube doesn’t match S2+ tailcap.
If he ever made or offered shorty tubes in black it’ll be news to me. I don’t think you’ll have much luck. Let us know if you find out differently though.
