New Convoy C8 – Clearly better

[mephistFlo]

@kuoh

My clear C8 can lock out if I unscrew the tail cap slightly. However, if I leave the switch on and continue to unscrew the cap, it will flicker and stay on in certain portions. Unscrewing the head does not affect connectivity until it is all the way out. This does seem to indicate that the tail threads are anodized and is not supposed to be conductive, but mine is fairly new and very lightly used, so the anodizing on the tail threads haven’t worn through yet.

KuoH

@mephistFlo

Hmmm. So i might have just fixed the flickering/not able to switch mode issue and lockout is just not possible? Sadly i can’t really remember if it ever was possible.

Ok, thx for clarification!

[WalkIntoTheLight]

@DB Custom

Lockout is really about an e-switch light anyway, just don’t need to lock one out with a tail clicky most of the time. If it’s critical, remove the cell or place a bit of tape or paper over the end and replace the tail cap.

Also, the Convoy C8 doesn’t really get that hot on maximum. The 8x7135 is a pretty-good balance for those that want maximum output for long periods of time. It might get hot enough to melt plastic fabric, but probably doesn’t pose a fire hazard even if it comes on in a back-pack or something.

I’m only concerned about lights that over-drive the LED, such as those with FET drivers. Great output, but you do have to be careful about heat. Also, small lights can get hot even if they don’t overdrive the LED, but the C8 is not a small light.

[mephistFlo]

@WalkIntoTheLight

@DB Custom

Lockout is really about an e-switch light anyway, just don’t need to lock one out with a tail clicky most of the time. If it’s critical, remove the cell or place a bit of tape or paper over the end and replace the tail cap.

Also, the Convoy C8 doesn’t really get that hot on maximum. The 8x7135 is a pretty-good balance for those that want maximum output for long periods of time. It might get hot enough to melt plastic fabric, but probably doesn’t pose a fire hazard even if it comes on in a back-pack or something.

I’m only concerned about lights that over-drive the LED, such as those with FET drivers. Great output, but you do have to be careful about heat. Also, small lights can get hot even if they don’t overdrive the LED, but the C8 is not a small light.

Upgraded it with the BLF A6 driver

[WalkIntoTheLight]

@mephistFlo

Upgraded it with the BLF A6 driver

Yes, that is exactly the Astrolux C8 version of this light. (Though with black anodizing, rather than clear.) My only complaint is that the BLF A6 driver, with its 45 second step-down, is too short for a C8.

[polarweis]

I read that the l6 will have a new better looking clear ano. Any chance they will give the same treatment to the c8?

[DB_Custom (Dale)]

We (Jared’s team) have seen samples of a machined finish clear ano that is like a jewelry grade light, this was on the L2, but we’re pushing for Simon to do it with the C8 and L6 and get em out there… should be very successful as the finish is just nothing short of beautiful!

Edit: So much so that mine is in my line-up of my scratch built lights.

[renton83]

Just got my C8 after they were held at Canadian customs for two months . It’s everything I hoped it would be. The machining on the threads is really good quality. I was worried the beam would be too narrow but it seems to have enough spill that it still lights up a large area as well. It gets quite warm on high which means the flashlight is dissipating the heat effectively, not sure if it would get hot enough to damage anything if left on high for a long time. I also ordered the holster Simon has for it and glad I did, keeps it safe and good for walks or camping. I believe it’s U6 3A tint so one warmer then the coldest, quite like the colour.

[WalkIntoTheLight]

@renton83

It gets quite warm on high which means the flashlight is dissipating the heat effectively, not sure if it would get hot enough to damage anything if left on high for a long time.

I don’t think it will overheat. I have a couple of the 8x7135 clear C8’s, and I use them on high for long periods of time. No problems.

[polarweis]

So no new clear ano as of yet… mm keep om waiting i guess

[d_t_a]

@DB Custom

We (Jared’s team) have seen samples of a machined finish clear ano that is like a jewelry grade light, this was on the L2, but we’re pushing for Simon to do it with the C8 and L6 and get em out there… should be very successful as the finish is just nothing short of beautiful!

Edit: So much so that mine is in my line-up of my scratch built lights.

Any pictures of the clear anodizing? How different is it from the previous ones (maybe a side-by-side comparison)?