- The type of emitter(s). Newer emitters are more efficient and even among new emitters some make more light than others. Also colored LEDs typically produce less light because they are not letting light out form all spectrums, just a limited range to produce the color.
- The driver. If you give an LED more power, it will be brighter. More power also means more heat and less battery life though, which is why you typically have multiple modes to choose from. There is also a limit to how much power you can give to an LED before it pops. Colored LEDs typically take less power than white.
- Your battery. Some batteries can’t supply enough power even if your driver wants it. Power will also usually decrease as your battery starts getting empty.
Could I pay you to build me a “pill” that will work for my needs of the kd flashlight? Also someone mentioned a lens should I order that as well. I’m not really on a budget so to speak i mean I don’t want a pile of money in a light I can purchase for a few dollars more.
Which batteries do you recommend I buy?
The KD light in post #3 is already green, and I think it should be exactly what you are looking for without any modification needed. An extra pill would only be necessary if you want to try different colors in the same light (like red or white).
I can give links if you tell me what continent you live on.
I live in Virginia, USA
I’d suggest the KD light linked as well, unless you want to get into building your own.
My brother-in-law had requested that I build a dedicated green thrower for him. I used the UniqueFire HS-802 body, as I really like the narrow and intense hotspot that the deep reflector gives. I purchased a full light from Gearbest similar to this:
http://www.gearbest.com/led-flashlights/pp_110133.html
…then built it up using a Green XP-E2 and a similar driver. He was very happy with the results, but we don’t have access to a location to actually estimate usable throw. The KD C8 should give you similar throw, but with a bit of a wider spill instead of the narrow pencil-beam of the HS 802.
Sweet.
Here are three reputable battery sellers in USA.
Mountain Electronics, IMR Batteries, Liion Wholesale
Everybody has their own preference, but you can’t go wrong with any of those sellers. As a beginner, and for a light with a green emitter (low amp requirements) I recommend these:
Battery
Charger
You could get cheaper models, but you said budget wasn’t much of an issue for you and that’s one of the best batteries you can buy, and a good mid-range charger.
You guys have been a great help. I really appreciate the advice I’m going to order a few of the kds and see what happens.
Ok I purchased the kd light and accessories and lot it just what I was looking for. Now my next question is there any way to make it brighter?