LED Flashlights.. CREE, Xenon and Luxeon, oh my! - Page 10

plasticbastard · 18th March 2008, 2:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jakiman

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BTW....

For around $80 delivered, this has to be one of the best lights in terms of brightness, quality and performance.
Deeelight makes I reckon one of the finest lights for the price right now. They are upgradeable also with drop-ins.

http://www.dereelight.com/cl1h.htm

I've just received my two mode CL1H v3 from Dereelight, and while it is pretty decent in terms of power and modularity, I don't think the build quality or quality of the light is that great (colour temp is a bit too yellow for my liking).

Comparing it to Fenix torches, a Wolfeye and a Surefire, the Dereelight has a very rough feel to the threads (and the 'lube' looks more like CV joint grease), and the quality of the SMO and OP reflectors leaves a little to be desired (my opinion).

The positive side of the Dereelight I purchased, was that most of the O ring seals were double O rings, while Fenix typically use 1.

I'm still happy with the Dereelight, I just wouldn't call it the best value for money if build quality was important (which is for me).

sml_nail · 18th March 2008, 4:00 PM

Is anyone using their lights with the bike mount?

I'm looking for a torch which help light up a pathway etc for night riding.

Andres · 18th March 2008, 4:15 PM

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Originally Posted by sml_nail

Is anyone using their lights with the bike mount?

I'm looking for a torch which help light up a pathway etc for night riding.

I bought one of the other bikemounts from DX, and it was shocking quality. One was broken in the mail.

Instead, I zip-tied the MTE 5-mode 100lumen rebel to my helmet (doesn't look as dodgy as it sounds) which work really well for road riding. Not bright enough for mountain biking though.

sml_nail · 18th March 2008, 4:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Andres

I bought one of the other bikemounts from DX, and it was shocking quality. One was broken in the mail.

Instead, I zip-tied the MTE 5-mode 100lumen rebel to my helmet (doesn't look as dodgy as it sounds) which work really well for road riding. Not bright enough for mountain biking though.

Hows that compare to the more expensive T5 in regards to light output? Would one of those be more suitable?

MagyaR · 24th March 2008, 10:39 AM

Fenix Bicycle Mount looks ok but it doesn't seem to move up or down. My cous needs a torch which strobes and has decent run time and throw.

Jesper64 · 24th March 2008, 1:32 PM

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Originally Posted by sml_nail

Is anyone using their lights with the bike mount?

I'm looking for a torch which help light up a pathway etc for night riding.

Haven't had any experience with the Fenix or DealExtreme bike mount. But I can recommend the TwoFish lockblock/bikeblock and the Zefal Doodad Plus. These mounts are basically bits of rubber that mount between your handlebar/helmet and the torch. Velcro straps are used to secure them. Surprisingly they are quite secure. This thread had lots more information.

I made a mount for a Fenix torch out of cheapie light on DE. Have a look here. However, be warned that one person has had their mount break off and their torch broke. I haven't had any problems but always loop the wrist strap around my handle bar incase it comes off.

ballfire99 · 25th March 2008, 12:52 AM

just received some torches, one of which is http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.10853

a ultrafire c2 5mode.
i put the ultrafire 18650 battery in but i dont get any light.
reading the reviews, it seems this torch may need a spacer for better contact.

tried some aluminium foil but it only intermittently worked and flickers.

any better ideas on getting this torch working ? what kind of spacer do ou guys use ??

the other torches i got , 3w mini cree, romisen f4, aurora wf-600... very happy with those

MagyaR · 25th March 2008, 8:16 AM

I'm still waiting for my wf-600, they said it was shipped, though I only received the lantern and not the 600 but a card saying missing sku's are:, it's been like nearly 2 months.

antigen · 6th April 2008, 2:45 PM

What would be the best all round, cheap single AA torch from DX?

I'm looking at these ones atm:
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.6162
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.11133
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1993

jakiman · 6th April 2008, 3:39 PM

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Originally Posted by antigen

What would be the best all round, cheap single AA torch from DX?

I'm looking at these ones atm:
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.6162
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.11133
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1993

The two Ultrafire C3 that you mentioned has exactly the same output as they use identical driver and emitter.
But outside finish is vastly different. The SS version is much heavier but better built. Black model supports 2AA.

Do you want multi-modes or do you want single modes? (this is very important)

For single mode single AA light:
1. Romisen RC-A3 (floody light and great build quality / brightness)
2. Romisen RC-G3 (more throwy with smaller but brighter hotspot)
2. Ultrafire C3 P4 is also good. Black model supports 2AA extension also.

For multi-mode single AA light:
1. Ultrafire C3 5-mode is not bad at all. Brighter with 2AA also.
2. MTE Rebel 5 mode is not bad. But I prefer the Ultrafire C3.

Anyways. Check out my review in my sig also for some other ideas. =)

antigen · 6th April 2008, 5:46 PM

Damn you CPF!!! (not working)

I'd probably just go with a single mode, which is good because the black C3 is no longer on back order.

So, is the C3 pretty much the holy grail of cheap AA torches?

jakiman · 7th April 2008, 7:38 AM

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Originally Posted by antigen

So, is the C3 pretty much the holy grail of cheap AA torches?

Not really. But it's quite close due to it having a nice look and coz it has an extender option.
There are many types of Ultrafire C3 and I generally recomment the single mode P4 ones.
As it has a great runtime and good brightness with all battery setups.
Q5 or 5 mode ones may be brighter but only if you use 14500 lithiums.

Lardman · 7th April 2008, 12:08 PM

any idea what'd be a good one that'd take AA battries?
Probably want one for Night walks and some computery work here and there...

and want to get something to brag about

jakiman · 7th April 2008, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Lardman

any idea what'd be a good one that'd take AA battries?
Probably want one for Night walks and some computery work here and there...
and want to get something to brag about

Well, if you want something not too expensive, I recommend this:
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.11133

It's a stainless steel version of Ultrafire C3 and it's very nice.
I will soon review one myself but I know how it'll perform already.
Coz it's identical to the 1-mode Ultraifre C3 P4 model I reviewed.
It's just that it looks much better as it's brushed stainless steel.

If you want cheaper but just as good/bright, get the Romisen RC-A3.
I am planning to get this as well to review as I don't have one yet.
But it's already very highly regarded budget AA light at CPF by all members.

Anyways. Check my review in sig for some more ideas.

NetPlus · 7th April 2008, 3:24 PM

Been trying to read up and it's all just too much for me!

Can someone please point me to the exact LED torch which;
- Uses 2 AA batteries
- Ability to use as a candle (remove lens so that it throws light all round)
- Ideally have a focusable lens (spot to wideangle)
- Ideally be able to switch from high power to low power

25th March 2008, 12:52 AM	#142
ballfire99 Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: bris-vegas Posts: 260	just received some torches, one of which is http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.10853 a ultrafire c2 5mode. i put the ultrafire 18650 battery in but i dont get any light. reading the reviews, it seems this torch may need a spacer for better contact. tried some aluminium foil but it only intermittently worked and flickers. any better ideas on getting this torch working ? what kind of spacer do ou guys use ?? the other torches i got , 3w mini cree, romisen f4, aurora wf-600... very happy with those __________________ Desktop: i7 2600k,noctua d14,ud7,16gb,6990,240gb vertex3,12tb raid6,Haf X,u2711 Laptop: dell precision m4600 i7 2720qm,12gb,intel 310 80gb msata,1tb,1920x1080p,quadro 2000m,intel 6300wifi,bt,9cell

7th April 2008, 12:08 PM	#148
Lardman Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: ACT 2607 Posts: 4,141	any idea what'd be a good one that'd take AA battries? Probably want one for Night walks and some computery work here and there... and want to get something to brag about __________________ Blogrant! \| 30+Trades \| Steam: reijin.au \| PC: i7920 /7970 / Xonar D2X / P183 Audio: Fostex HP-A7 W3000ANV \| Perreaux 6200B + Mission 796SE

18th March 2008, 4:00 PM	#137
sml_nail Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Newcastle, NSW Posts: 969	Is anyone using their lights with the bike mount? I'm looking for a torch which help light up a pathway etc for night riding.

24th March 2008, 10:39 AM	#140
MagyaR Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Melb Posts: 4,764	Fenix Bicycle Mount looks ok but it doesn't seem to move up or down. My cous needs a torch which strobes and has decent run time and throw.

25th March 2008, 8:16 AM	#143
MagyaR Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Melb Posts: 4,764	I'm still waiting for my wf-600, they said it was shipped, though I only received the lantern and not the 600 but a card saying missing sku's are:, it's been like nearly 2 months.

6th April 2008, 2:45 PM	#144
antigen Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne Posts: 132	What would be the best all round, cheap single AA torch from DX? I'm looking at these ones atm: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.6162 http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.11133 http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1993

6th April 2008, 5:46 PM	#146
antigen Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne Posts: 132	Damn you CPF!!! (not working) I'd probably just go with a single mode, which is good because the black C3 is no longer on back order. So, is the C3 pretty much the holy grail of cheap AA torches?

7th April 2008, 3:24 PM	#150
NetPlus Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: 3 Hector St, Osborne Park Posts: 278	Been trying to read up and it's all just too much for me! Can someone please point me to the exact LED torch which; - Uses 2 AA batteries - Ability to use as a candle (remove lens so that it throws light all round) - Ideally have a focusable lens (spot to wideangle) - Ideally be able to switch from high power to low power