Kind of related but one thing I like I do on occasion is check out various enthusiasts subreddits for niche things and see what the community go to is. Like AA batteries and how Eneloop batteries are the gold standard.
Browsing the mechanical keyboard sub, the buy it for life sub, and any other subs like that was amazing and such a deep rabbit hole for the first time!
Batteries are rated for a certain continuous current draw, and if you try drawing too much, you're going to have a bad time. Some of these flashlights can draw a ridiculous amount of power, and if you're putting a cheap knockoff 18650 in it with no internal protections, it's not going to be a fun time.
It's the same issue people had with vapes exploding. The original included batteries might only be rated for a continuous draw of say, 10A, and they're adding these crazy high wattage coils trying to get 30A from them.
I have a few pairs of pants with holes in the pocket from a Wurkkos FC12 I got on Amazon for about $35. It's bright as hell, has a built in USB-C charger, and goesnwith me pretty much everywhere.
Wurkos fc11 I think on Amazon. Fantastic. For these crazy lights you mainly just need nice high draw 18650s from a reputable store online and a nice 18650 charger. I had a cheapo charger from Amazon that screwed 2 batteries and they wouldn't cool down, hot to the touch for hours. A bit concerning lol
Overkill? Maybe. Quite nice to have a dark country road lit up well enough to light up the road close AND far (most headlights have a tight beam that only does either).
Also I like the reusability/repairability of productd based on 18650 cells
I found this larger 14,000 lumen one from Emisar for $88, but no batteries are included, so you'd also need to buy 3 high drain 18650 batteries (~$20 total) and a charging cradle for them ($18 from Emisar) separately.
Second Emisar. I suggest looking through ZeroAir for some recommendations on where to get started with chargers. Or if you’re a masochist who likes details, this is pretty thorough.
Hey, he's also doing the lords work on there. After JBP posted some kink picture thinking it was some chinese consparacy, Robert Evans replied to every tweet of his with that picture to harrass the dumbass.
Robert's also an anarchist who hosts behind the bastards which I strongly recommend.
Kind of related but one thing I like I do on occasion is check out various enthusiasts subreddits for niche things and see what the community go to is. Like AA batteries and how Eneloop batteries are the gold standard.
Fun way to kill an hour and find some neat stuff.
Browsing the mechanical keyboard sub, the buy it for life sub, and any other subs like that was amazing and such a deep rabbit hole for the first time!
EDC is another one
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Honestly, for the batteries, get the same capacity ones from Ikea. Significantly cheaper and the actual cell inside is identical.
Are they as good as the Eneloop ones? They've been a game changer for me.
As I am from Europe, I'm pretty sure I only know the European ones
Edit: sorry, completely misread. Yes they are literally the same except for the name on the outside. Same battery cell made in the same factory.
when the flashlight is so powerful you need safety glasses
If you know battery safety these are the best lights around I get ~8500 lumens from a pocket sized light.
Battery safety?
You can't just drop a term like that and not explain. Have I been using batteries in an unsafe manner this whole time?
Batteries are rated for a certain continuous current draw, and if you try drawing too much, you're going to have a bad time. Some of these flashlights can draw a ridiculous amount of power, and if you're putting a cheap knockoff 18650 in it with no internal protections, it's not going to be a fun time.
It's the same issue people had with vapes exploding. The original included batteries might only be rated for a continuous draw of say, 10A, and they're adding these crazy high wattage coils trying to get 30A from them.
Yeah but charging is even more dangerous. These lights dont have built in chargers so you need to charge the batteries yourself.
Have you been licking 9 volts?
Like you haven't.
Everyone knows you shouldn’t lick more than 8
I'm assuming battery safety is required so you don't inadvertently light your pocket and underlying pubic hair on fire?
With 5000+ lumen lights even the light itself can burn you or your pants easily.
I have a few pairs of pants with holes in the pocket from a Wurkkos FC12 I got on Amazon for about $35. It's bright as hell, has a built in USB-C charger, and goesnwith me pretty much everywhere.
"intense pulsed light" anyone? dont try it though.
but if anyone does, pls do tell us about it
And if I don't?
Omae wa mou shindeiru
Nani?!
My favourite beginner friendly light is the wuben x2
Wurkos fc11 I think on Amazon. Fantastic. For these crazy lights you mainly just need nice high draw 18650s from a reputable store online and a nice 18650 charger. I had a cheapo charger from Amazon that screwed 2 batteries and they wouldn't cool down, hot to the touch for hours. A bit concerning lol
I see Robert Evans I upvote
Especially if he's talking about doing some really irresponsible but fun shit.
He’s how I found out about the Flipper Zero!
I have a headlamp that's basically just a metal case wrapped around an 18650 cell and it is quite insane.
Were you planning on a solo visit to an abandoned mine or...?
While you're joking, this thought gives me untold anxiety.
I have a mining background, and abandoned mines are dangerous as fuck
How about unmapped medieval mines with wooden supports
40 days backpacking 800 Miles on the Arizona Trail.
Walking from Utah to Mexico, in November with gradually decreasing daylight. Lots of night hiking.
Could just leave the headlamp at the entrance pointing into the mine. That would probably light it all up anyway
I've used one for cycling.
Overkill? Maybe. Quite nice to have a dark country road lit up well enough to light up the road close AND far (most headlights have a tight beam that only does either).
Also I like the reusability/repairability of productd based on 18650 cells
Imalent MS03 my beloved ❤
Edit: 13,000 lumens in a pocketable flashlight that's just longer than the width of my palm.
Know anything a little cheaper? I'm down for something bigger too. Just want to impress my friends on the next camping trip.
Nothing of a comparable brightness off the top of my head. It's on sale for $104 from their website if you get it there instead of from Amazon though.
I found this larger 14,000 lumen one from Emisar for $88, but no batteries are included, so you'd also need to buy 3 high drain 18650 batteries (~$20 total) and a charging cradle for them ($18 from Emisar) separately.
Second Emisar. I suggest looking through ZeroAir for some recommendations on where to get started with chargers. Or if you’re a masochist who likes details, this is pretty thorough.
Thanks!
If we’re going mutually assured destruction we’re going high CRI
Also checking that it's running Anduril 2
Just so everyone knows, I'm going to use this entire thread for ideas. My brother would love a good flashlight.
A bright flashlight is very fun
theyre going to eventually get lights brighter than the sun
Isn't this the guy that said he's staying on X instead of moving to mastodon?
You say that like only one guy has done it...
I remember this person specifically because of the douchey rant they posted and people clinging on their nuts.
Hey, he's also doing the lords work on there. After JBP posted some kink picture thinking it was some chinese consparacy, Robert Evans replied to every tweet of his with that picture to harrass the dumbass.
Robert's also an anarchist who hosts behind the bastards which I strongly recommend.
Douchey rant?
I would also like to know about this. But I don't have the intestinal fortitude to dredge through twitter posts. Anyone have a direct link?