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 Oct 31 2019, 10:27 AM
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QUOTE(WingNut @ Oct 31 2019, 09:04 AM) i think olights that rely on their proprietary charging cable require customised batteries ahhh... yeah. I see.    Personally, I don't prefer charging on torchlights although it's convenient. I'm old school with external standalone dedicated chargers.   |
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Nov 4 2019, 08:42 AM
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QUOTE(shanjeev @ Nov 1 2019, 02:08 PM) K sifus I agree with power911's feedback.  , after checking all out following are the summary:» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Which shall go with, I think 250 to 300 LM is the practical range for daily use, any suggestions.  Please advise. QUOTE(power911 @ Nov 1 2019, 10:29 PM) Here are my reasons, I avoid Olight due to the propietary 18650 given. It's not a bad cell but if you want to charge the battery using the light then you'll need only Olight batteries. Common 18650 won't be able to charge. That's just my only reason to not get the olight. Overall light is as good as other olights. Nitecore comes with option to remove diffuser is already my way of saying yes to versatility. just my few cents But take note that for the HC33, Nitecore says: QUOTE **Note: For the full output range, the HC33 requires an 18650 battery with >8A output. We recommend using the NITECORE NL1835HP 18650 battery which can be added via the above menu.The HC33 can also be powered by normal 18650 batteries, 2x CR123 or 2x RCR123 batteries in a pinch. However, Turbo will not be available using CR123As. Click Source: --> Nitecore Store HC33 Headlamp Gadgetworld selling for MYR94 only.  So either way, you will need to invest in a good battery brand.   |
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Nov 6 2019, 09:08 AM
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#63
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QUOTE(RookieDaddy @ Oct 31 2019, 09:25 PM) I'm honored and a little blush by your mentioning bro, but I'm really no sifu, just sharing what I learned from many friends in our local, BLF and CPF community. Who don't know Hacker Yap?    Good and simple reviews online.  |
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Nov 6 2019, 09:15 AM
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QUOTE(mr-2 @ Nov 5 2019, 08:58 PM) Just got this Thrunite T1 today, come with 1500L with XHP50 and build in charger. Been looking for a mini powerful and affordable light for EDC. Finally! This one is NW or CW version ar? » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « |
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Nov 6 2019, 02:35 PM
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QUOTE(shanjeev @ Nov 6 2019, 10:24 AM) » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « C.) Charger - UM4 (Shoppee - UMS4 (Shoppee) - D2 (Shoppee) Which charger shall go with, quite confusing or any other better brand or functions. » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «  I'm also using a Nitecore D2 charger. It's an old model but it can still do the job fine. Charges my 14500, 16340, 18650 and Eneloops / Fujitsu AA and AAA. If you want faster charger, this Xtar SV2 Rocket is also good.  |
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Nov 7 2019, 10:09 AM
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QUOTE(shanjeev @ Nov 7 2019, 03:41 AM) Thank you very much for the lead. Xtar looks good but quite confusing as well when as shopee price for SV2 and VC4S is about there, both stated fast charger but they only stated SV2 is able to charge 18650 in 1.5hours. When check the charging amp VC4s can go up to 3A per bay. Which would you go with? I use Xtar SV2 and Nitecore D2. Both work well. But for the SV2, it's good if you select the correct charging current for that particular battery that you are charging. You are able to choose 0.25A, 0.5A, 1A and 2A for different battery types.  Once you get used to it, it's OK la. edit Which will I go with? I'd go whatever that's affordable, convenient for me and my usage.   Either way, you can't go wrong with Xtar and Nitecore chargers. It's also good if you could visit knowledgeable brick and mortar shops like Gadgetworld and talk to those sifus there (Dannie  ).This post has been edited by Justin.Loong: Nov 7 2019, 10:20 AM |
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Nov 7 2019, 10:13 AM
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QUOTE(mr-2 @ Nov 7 2019, 06:14 AM) I got the CW version. Did you choose the Thrunite T1 because the 18350 battery gives longer runtime compared to the 16430?  .jpg) |
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Nov 7 2019, 03:14 PM
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QUOTE(darosk @ Nov 7 2019, 02:10 PM) Where do you guys usually shop for used flashlight-related stuff? Gadgetworld.  Look for Dannie or Gwen. edit:you can search in FB and look for flashlight groups. Sometimes the owners sell second-hand. Got but rarely la. BTW, where is your location? This post has been edited by Justin.Loong: Nov 7 2019, 04:11 PM |
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Nov 7 2019, 03:14 PM
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QUOTE(WingNut @ Nov 7 2019, 03:12 PM) gadgetworld2u sells USED stuff? Demo torchlight got la.  |
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Nov 7 2019, 04:09 PM
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QUOTE(Nightstalker1993 @ Nov 7 2019, 03:29 PM) Why buy used? Most flashaholics don't sell their lights and just tend to grow their collection +1.  And with China lights being cheaper and better than ever before, might as well just get those if your budget is restricted. My main light now is a RM100 BLF A6 while I have an old Eagletax D25LC2 as backup and a Olight S1A Baton is clipped to my wallet.  I also kena poison and have the below Eagletacs. Very nicely made, bright and easy UI.    note to self: whenever going to torchlight shops, just go in buy and leave. NEVER stay longer or else kena racun.    |
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Nov 8 2019, 09:52 AM
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QUOTE(mr-2 @ Nov 7 2019, 10:54 PM) That's one advantage although the slightly bulkier size. Another thing is cheaper and more powerful compare to my old problematic Olight S1 Baton. Why was your S1 problematic? No brainier for me as a replacement EDC light. So far the only problem I encountered with all of my Olights is with my S1A. Once you drop it (waist height), it creates a dent on the button top of the protected 14500. Then can't use the battery unless remove the PCB and button top altogether. Dent is like something like below pic.  |
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Nov 8 2019, 10:53 AM
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QUOTE(darosk @ Oct 29 2019, 09:17 AM) Is there any seller in Malaysia who sells Convoy products? Bought from the Aliexpress store, quite pleased with price to performance quality - but waiting 1 month+ for shipping quite sien... By chance I searched in Shopee and found several local sellers. |
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Nov 8 2019, 12:44 PM
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QUOTE(darosk @ Nov 8 2019, 12:20 PM) Yeah I seen those but none of them have any reviews so I'm skeptical. Some of them are listed as local seller but in reality still are overseas sellers... Yeah, especially those ending with the ".my" at their shop name.  |
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Nov 11 2019, 08:47 AM
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QUOTE(RookieDaddy @ Nov 8 2019, 04:40 PM) received a review sample of Olight M2R Pro recently... Thanks for the good review! » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « It should be available at local store soon... |
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Nov 11 2019, 08:49 AM
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QUOTE(mr-2 @ Nov 9 2019, 11:27 AM) My problem is I can only use the lowest setting, once I ramp up the brighest it will completely shutdown. I thought was the battery issue and got a new battery but still the same issue. Damn... Got send back to dealer to claim warranty?  |
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Nov 13 2019, 12:28 PM
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QUOTE(mr-2 @ Nov 13 2019, 12:36 AM) Nope, can’t remember where I got it from also. Lost the receipt as well. QUOTE(WingNut @ Nov 13 2019, 10:00 AM) olights have serial numbers and afaik, if it came from gadgetworld2u, they will honour the warranty even without the receipt so long as the light came from their stock (they keep records). excellent customer service, i must say. had an issue with one of my lights and they replaced the defective unit, no questions asked +9999 I've been buying from Dannie, unker Foong and Gwen since their old shop upstairs till now downstairs and got torchlight warranty honoured before. |
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Nov 18 2019, 10:53 AM
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QUOTE(WingNut @ Nov 15 2019, 10:53 AM) » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « query: do you guys take the battery out if not used for a long time (say 3 months or so?). i guess the modern lights have zero discharge on standby, but just curious... » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « |
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Nov 18 2019, 10:58 AM
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QUOTE(MyWifeCar @ Nov 15 2019, 05:11 PM) The light indicator changed to green in 30~45 minutes after charged. There is a button the check the status of battery, blink 3 times meaning more than 50%. Mine only blink 2 times, which indicate less than 50% battery left. TUP Don't think I can afford to DIY, but if you would like to try, I can pass it to you. I use it often to walk my dog during night time, need to look for alternative. I always attached it to my cap... Any suggestions, TIP2?   Digital readout.   Still can consider as "compact".  |
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Nov 18 2019, 12:50 PM
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QUOTE(DracoFrost @ Nov 15 2019, 11:14 AM) Hi newbie here, just recently jumped on to the bandwagon. OK! Currently running with an Olight M2T Warrior as my EDC.  Hope to get more of this awesome flashlights. Now get the PRO version.  QUOTE(RookieDaddy @ Nov 8 2019, 04:40 PM) » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « full review posted at: (BLF) http://budgetlightforum.com/node/69890 (CPF) https://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showth...without-tailcap! It should be available at local store soon... |
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Nov 18 2019, 12:55 PM
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QUOTE(epsilon_chinwk86 @ Nov 18 2019, 11:33 AM) Anyone here using Nitecore LR50? Thinking of getting one plus 4 nos 18650. Seems like a good option when camping / hiking due to the flexibility.... What can a lantern (LR50) do that a headlamp can't? So better to use headlamp no?  |
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