I'm not seeing any specs for the size of the zenon module. Get a pair of calipers and measure your module. 26.5mm wide x 29mm long should be swappable.
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I'm not seeing any specs for the size of the zenon module. Get a pair of calipers and measure your module. 26.5mm wide x 29mm long should be swappable.
Thanks for the reply. I'm thinking about trying it. I have three Mini-Mags that I converted with the cheap EZ something or other kit and tailcap. They are much brighter than I had before and I have one by the bed with the 1911, one in the book case with a 12 ga next to it and one in the kitchen so I can peek inside the convection oven to check the meatballs.
That's a nice build! I've had good luck ordering lights from DealExtreme. They have lots of user reviews you can read and some very nice flashlights for under $20.
will do i guess with slow shipping it will be at the end of the month
@ London,
Yeah i should have clarified that i was inquiring about a Cree XM-L drop in unit. Any idea on what dimensions (diameter/length) i'd need? It would be sweet to have another 1000 lumen light. Granted i doubt it's exactly 1000 lumens but i'm sure you get my drift. Have you gotten see this LED module in person? According to the specs it should be significantly brighter than the current Cree models being used by most of the popular flashlight manufacturers out there, especially in comparison to the widely used Cree XP-G, which is saying something because the XP-G is ridiculously bright.
Yeah i should have clarified that i was inquiring about a Cree XM-L drop in unit. Any idea on what dimensions (diameter/length) i'd need? It would be sweet to have another 1000 lumen light. Granted i doubt it's exactly 1000 lumens but i'm sure you get my drift. Have you gotten see this LED module in person? According to the specs it should be significantly brighter than the current Cree models being used by most of the popular flashlight manufacturers out there, especially in comparison to the widely used Cree XP-G, which is saying something because the XP-G is ridiculously bright.
Ok I got a Hugsby S3 flashlight on the way. The three CR123s are kinda strange configuration.
After some searching and thinking I'm going to try a solarforce as well. I like the idea of two CR123A or 16340, or one 18650 battery.
This is the body:
Solar Force - $17.00
Here is a review of the current drop ins. These will work for the Hugsby S3 as well.
P60 sized led drop-ins (part 3))
After some searching and thinking I'm going to try a solarforce as well. I like the idea of two CR123A or 16340, or one 18650 battery.
This is the body:
Solar Force - $17.00
Here is a review of the current drop ins. These will work for the Hugsby S3 as well.
P60 sized led drop-ins (part 3))
Hugsby S3 = 3xCR123 batteries.
The SolarForce L2T is 2xCR123 or one 18650 then you order the right "drop-in" for it to taste. 3.7v drop in for the 18650 and 12v for the 2xCR123s if using rechargeables.
Ebay has a nearly endless supply of rechargeable CR123s; I just bought a pack of four with a charger for $16. They also sell them in greater numbers without the charger; I plan on stocking up.
If you guys really get into this type of module-swapping thing make sure you know whether you are getting 3v, 3.3v or 3.7v CR123s. It probably won't matter on newer LED modules but it's always good to double check.
If you guys really get into this type of module-swapping thing make sure you know whether you are getting 3v, 3.3v or 3.7v CR123s. It probably won't matter on newer LED modules but it's always good to double check.
Yes, Solarforce lights are fantastic. I own several. $25-$35, most of the time.
As long as you don't plan on carrying it everywhere. It's a bit big with those three batteries.
I love the new LED flashlights, but if an EMP (could be caused by solar storms or an attack) is the flavor of S that H's the F, they'll probably be just as dead as any other electronic device. Keep a few traditional flashlights just in case.
Pretty much any solid state electronics can be damaged by an EMP. Good LED flashlights have tiny little voltage regulators in them that would easily get fried. The aluminum body would probably help shield it some, but it's sort of a luck of the draw thing.
Any car with electronic fuel injection or electronic ignition will be vulnerable, too. The old points and condenser ignition systems shouldn't be effected, but electronic ignition started to become popular in the '70s. A lot of car enthusiasts upgrade to electronic ignition, too. It's just a better system than having to deal with points. Hell, your lawn mower probably has electronic ignition... Alternators are another weak point. They have solid state voltage regulators. Alternators became popular in '60s so pretty much the only things that would still be running would be unmodified cars from the '50s and earlier, plus diesels with mechanical fuel systems.
Any car with electronic fuel injection or electronic ignition will be vulnerable, too. The old points and condenser ignition systems shouldn't be effected, but electronic ignition started to become popular in the '70s. A lot of car enthusiasts upgrade to electronic ignition, too. It's just a better system than having to deal with points. Hell, your lawn mower probably has electronic ignition... Alternators are another weak point. They have solid state voltage regulators. Alternators became popular in '60s so pretty much the only things that would still be running would be unmodified cars from the '50s and earlier, plus diesels with mechanical fuel systems.
Hey man, if you're going to talk about SHTF scenarios, you have to include even the most far out onesEMPs
BTW, I think an EMP in the form of an attack is EXTREMELY unlikely. Our enemies don't really have that capability. It is possible from a massive solar storm however. Something similar has happened before: Solar storm of 1859
