Sigh yeah, that is a good point about the MCU possibly being something like a Padauk. If it can be identified, then in principle it could be replaced with a newly programmed one, but it would be way more trouble than it is worth. The thing intriguing me about this light is its very low weight compared to a 10440 or 10330 light of roughly the same specs. I think that is mostly due to the polycarbonate shell weighing less than a metal tube. Perhaps it’s time for some 3d printed flashlights for this purpose.
It’s amusing that the battery has “260 mah” printed right on it, yet the aliexpress pages all claim 400mah. Even at 260mah though, the energy density is quite good compared to a cylindrical cell.
Nice find with the generic non-gitd model. I think if I get one though, I’d use the $12.99 coupon for a Seeknite branded gitd one.
You’ve probably seen this Padauk article by Jay Carlson, but just in case:
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