Q8, PMS SEND TO THOSE WITH ISSUES BLF soda can light

The_Miller · 2016-04-06T13:18:58.000Z

JakeDjanitor:

chance of low voltage cut off?

Yes, good point, added!

goshdogit · 2016-04-06T13:21:42.000Z

Two please! I was just showing a friend some SRK videos—one will be a gift for him.

Some thoughts:

Nichia 219C — Yes!
Bistro UI — Yes!
lockout via side switch — Yes!
tripod mount?
anti-reflective lens?

Thank you for your efforts Miller, I hope this GB takes off quickly!

Andyman · 2016-04-06T13:22:33.000Z

I can’t commit to buying one right now, but I love the idea! Way to go Miller, and I’m excited to see how this comes out!
Andy

Andyman · 2016-04-06T13:24:12.000Z

djozz:

DavidEF:

One more idea from the peanut gallery. Probably not for this group buy, but maybe in the future. A “mini” SRK with 4P 14500 and 4x XPL HI V3 emitters! Integrated shelf should dissipate heat well enough. Smaller reflector size would ensure less throw, but who ever bought SRK for throw anyway? Sizing it down to 4x 14500 would make it pocketable, and with the 4x XPL HI V3 emitters, it would still be awesomely bright! A lot of the longer standing members already have SRK-size SRK’s (LOL), but the smaller size would make it unique, and possibly more would be on board for one. Then again, maybe I’m the only one.

One note about the size: the ratio of diameter/length of a 14500 is almost exactly the same as 18650, so the entire body design of the SRK could just be scaled down a bit and still look and function the same. Nothing new to design, really. Upgrade the driver and LEDs of course, just like we’re talking about here.

That form factor would be very very cool, I’m all for it, but I would not like to miss out the chance to make it 4S on Eneloops (+alkalines for backup): the energy density will be a little less, but the batteries are safe and available everywhere. And you have 4.8V nominal and great current capability (at 10A you still have over 4V to play with) to make it a real hotrod.

I really like this idea too - in fact, I’d probably be more likely to buy a 4xAA (4S/Eneloop) version than I would a 4x18650 version.

bikenber73 · 2016-04-06T13:28:58.000Z

I’ll take one as long as it stays close to the original design and not get super complicated with several switches and a UI that requires a book or flow chart. I want to be able to turn it on (and it be bright) and off easily.
Thanks !!

The_Miller · 2016-04-06T13:37:06.000Z

OP updated.

And I like the idea to follow this up with a smaller baby (AA and 14500 cell) version when all goes well very much!
We should have a good relationship with the manufacterer/seller by then. But lets start here

And seeing how other groupbuys go, this may take some time, do not expect it in your hand anytime soon.

Could there be a ramping driver with this UI:
O 1 click on (on memorized brightness)
O double click hold second click ramping up from moon to turbo, release when brightness of choice is reached.
O triple click hold third click ramping down from turbo to moon, release when brightness of choice is reached.
This sounds like an awesome UI don’t you think?

Tarvos · 2016-04-06T13:36:58.000Z

I’m in for one at least!! Sounds great

DavidEF · 2016-04-06T13:46:06.000Z

Andyman:

djozz:

DavidEF:

One more idea from the peanut gallery. Probably not for this group buy, but maybe in the future. A “mini” SRK with 4P 14500 and 4x XPL HI V3 emitters! Integrated shelf should dissipate heat well enough. Smaller reflector size would ensure less throw, but who ever bought SRK for throw anyway? Sizing it down to 4x 14500 would make it pocketable, and with the 4x XPL HI V3 emitters, it would still be awesomely bright! A lot of the longer standing members already have SRK-size SRK’s (LOL), but the smaller size would make it unique, and possibly more would be on board for one. Then again, maybe I’m the only one.

One note about the size: the ratio of diameter/length of a 14500 is almost exactly the same as 18650, so the entire body design of the SRK could just be scaled down a bit and still look and function the same. Nothing new to design, really. Upgrade the driver and LEDs of course, just like we’re talking about here.

That form factor would be very very cool, I’m all for it, but I would not like to miss out the chance to make it 4S on Eneloops (+alkalines for backup): the energy density will be a little less, but the batteries are safe and available everywhere. And you have 4.8V nominal and great current capability (at 10A you still have over 4V to play with) to make it a real hotrod.

I really like this idea too - in fact, I’d probably be more likely to buy a 4xAA (4S/Eneloop) version than I would a 4x18650 version.

You guys are right! What was I thinking? Make it 4S AA for Eneloops! In fact, a buck driver that could handle up to 4S Li-Ion would cover us, wouldn’t it?

djozz · 2016-04-06T13:54:26.000Z

The Miller:

Could there be a ramping driver with this UI:
O 1 click on (on memorized brightness)
O double click hold second click ramping up from moon to turbo, release when brightness of choice is reached.
O triple click hold third click ramping down from turbo to moon, release when brightness of choice is reached.
This sounds like an awesome UI don’t you think?

easier:
*click for on (on memorised brightness)
*click for off
*when on: hold for ramp up, release when brightness is there
*when on: click-hold for ramp down, release when brightness is there

(this is the simple white part of the further very extended DrJones RGBW UI, works easy and intuitively, this is also how my Photon micro works)

mattlward · 2016-04-06T13:50:06.000Z

If this came into being, I would do the large one but would do the baby one in a heartbeat!

The_Miller · 2016-04-06T13:58:31.000Z

Well start with the 18650 and hopefully make a baby after that.
We can’t put an little orphan onto this world now can we

How about choosing a ramping driver? Simple to operate, infinite brightness levels so ideal setting for all occasions and users.

Kusie · 2016-04-06T14:01:56.000Z

Would it be possible to operate this on 3 rather than 4 18650 cells to reduce the weight a bit?

Vattern · 2016-04-06T14:02:54.000Z

I’m in.

ImA4Wheelr · 2016-04-06T23:47:53.000Z

Interested in one depending on price.

2 requests:

An option for Host only. Would be attractive to those of use loaded with drivers and emitters.

Battery tube extensions. So many folks would love to make their SRK’s 2S4P, 3S4P, even 4S4P! The mod options would become endless. Especially, if the tubes could also fit the TK61 and TK75 (The TK tubes fit the M6, but not the other way around).

Muto · 2016-04-06T14:06:20.000Z

I’m in for 1 at least.

Prefer no lighted tailcap, have enough of them now.

DavidEF · 2016-04-06T14:06:40.000Z

Kusie:

Would it be possible to operate this on 3 rather than 4 18650 cells to reduce the weight a bit?

Well, it would technically be possible to run it off just one 18650, since they run in parallel. You can put any number you want 1 - 4 into yours.

goshdogit · 2016-04-06T14:20:31.000Z

The Miller:

How about choosing a ramping driver? Simple to operate, infinite brightness levels so ideal setting for all occasions and users.

Ramping function sounds neat for fine-tuning, but sometimes I’m in a hurry.

Can we still have direct access to a few well-spaced modes from both on and off states?

tzmxxhh · 2016-04-06T14:23:28.000Z

Highly interested!

zelee · 2016-04-06T14:35:49.000Z

interested but there is klarus g30 and thorfire s70 on the way so i kinda tight budget this month :person_facepalming:

h2o · 2016-04-06T14:36:45.000Z

DavidEF:

Kusie:

Would it be possible to operate this on 3 rather than 4 18650 cells to reduce the weight a bit?

Well, it would technically be possible to run it off just one 18650, since they run in parallel. You can put any number you want 1 - 4 into yours.

how about 3x emitter 3x c3ll (1-3) form factor?