Thanks Ocelot, hopefully we can all get our hands on the SC26 in next 2-3 months so we can see some nice mods done to this light. I was thinking it might be possible to get kiriba-ru to design a triple/quad spacer for the light as well but that all depends on the popularity of the light.
Gents, I want to bring you up to date regarding the SC26. I heard from Dale that drivers are now ready and lights will be assembled shortly. Unfortunately, I don´t know how long this will take but I´ll keep you posted. Furthermore, I received the following new technical details:
- 26350 battery might not work in turbo mode but works fine up to 1000 lumens
To achieve full 2000 lumens in turbo mode either a 26650 or two 23650 batteries are required
- When I got Dale right than it depends on the type of 23650 battery whether more than 1000 lumens can be achieved with a single 23650 battery
Don´t hesitate to drop me a note or ask in this thread if you have further questions.
Cheers,
Markus
Do you have plans to have someone on the forum test one out?
Also, do you have a ballpark amount for shipping to the US?
Thanks for the update.
can wait for this to be available for International buyers. Banggood maybe.
Paypal refunded my money from the Terry debacle yesterday. To those who have filed PP claims, looks like you’ll be getting your money back.
Thanks for the update Markus!
I was wondering about this, and I’m thinking maybe the light will perform much better than 1000 lumens with a single 26350 cell.
There are very few places where you can get this cell, and Fasttech is one of them. The cell they’re selling is rated at 4A (https://www.fasttech.com/products/1420/10017428/5363800-inr-26350-3-7v-2000mah-rechargeable-li-ion), but HKJ tested this cell and it was able to handle 7A continuously (Test/review of Unknown LI26350C 2000mAh (Purple)). In order to obtain ~2000 lumens you need about 6A.
So maybe Haikelite rated the 26350 cell that it can only deliver about 4A, whereas in reality it can do much better?
This would explain how Haikelite obtained the 1000 lumen figure though; I don’t see it happening how just the additional voltage sag of the 26350 cell relative to the 26650 cell is the reason the light will only output ~1000 lumens.
It’s just an idea, and it would be interesting to see actual figures.
There are 3 possible reasons for not getting 2000 lumens from a single cell:
1. The cell is not good enough to push 20W, especially boosting from 3.6V to 12V
2. The very high resistance of the springs/contacts make the boost driver trying to draw more current, and the small cell is not capable of doing so.
3. Haikelite is just cautious.
Not yet.
The last information from HaikeLite was that they want to have local distributors/dealers for each country so I guess we are not allowed to sell their products to US residents. Nevertheless, I can clarify this with HaikeLite.
Status update: I´m still waiting for a response from HaikeLite regarding SC26 assembly status and as soon I hear from them I´ll keep you posted.
Appreciate it!
We have an update. Haikelite updated their website with new info on the SC26, which can also be found in the first post. One step closer… :sunglasses:
That’s great if the 1050 is sustained output 
That would be nice indeed. And the light’s thermal roof can be programmed and increased up to 65 degrees C, so that’s one way to increase continuous output. Really nice. :sunglasses:
1000lumen output nonstop shouldnt be a problem for the size of this host.
What would make it even more ideal if the “Group： Low 150lms 》 450 Lms> 1050 Lms” sustained output and easy accessible turbo mode.
Usually I like sustained modes but that doesn’t mean I see zero use for turbo. I just don’t want to click past 99% of the times I don’t need it.
Looks like Vinh is going to offer his version of the SC26, the SC26vn. https://skylumen.com/collections/v54-lights/products/haikelite-sc26vn-coming-soon
I’m hoping that this one can be offered close to the $32 in the failed group buy.
That is, if it’s reviewed and performs up to spec.
$55 for a stock one or $75 for a modded one is too much for me.
Even through all the hassle, I’m somehow still hopeful and interested in this light.
crosses fingers
Banggood sells the SC26!!! 
https://www.banggood.com/Haikelite-SC26-XHP35-HDHI-2050Lumens-Modes-Set-Brightness-Portable-EDC-LED-Flashlight-p-1317161.html?utm_source=bbs&utm_medium=BLF&utm_campaign=new&utm_content=chendongling&stayold=1&cur_warehouse=CN
Not in stock yet though…
whats the difference between HD and HI emitters ?
HD = High Density = domed emitter
HI = High Intensity = domeless emitter, so you have a bit less lumens, but more throw.