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I've bugged Gary too much with newb question PM's lately, so I will post my question here.
I have a Survival Lasers folder on my hard drive; copied data & tables, downloaded PDF manuals from his website, etc. From the answers to this post, I will copy and paste into -> my Survival Lasers info for future purchases.
I have an SL-R 660nm 300mw. There is only one battery option for this, 1x 18650, although one can upgrade the lens, which I am doing.
I think my next laser (probably next month) will be a Survival Laser 405. Then MAYBE I will get an SL 445 (I am a little scared of it though... or ANY of the 1W+ blues... we'll see).
For the SL 405 and 445, you can get Extension Tubes which apparantly can add to the run- times- between- charges, and possibly increase the output.
From Gary's website;
For the 405; package includes as a default:
For the 445; same as 405 (2x RCR123A batteries).
I can understand how swapping 2x RCR123A for 2x 18650 WILL increase the run time (between charges).
I am a little hazy on the EXACT effect of swapping 2x RCR123A for 2x 18650 on the OUTPUTs on these two lasers. I can't seem to specifically cross-reference anything definite and consistant (both from his website, and LPF forum searches). I don't have an LPM, so I would like to know ahead of time what the EXPECTED outputs would be for 2x 18650 versus 2x RCR123A would be on BOTH of these lasers.
I have a Survival Lasers folder on my hard drive; copied data & tables, downloaded PDF manuals from his website, etc. From the answers to this post, I will copy and paste into -> my Survival Lasers info for future purchases.
I have an SL-R 660nm 300mw. There is only one battery option for this, 1x 18650, although one can upgrade the lens, which I am doing.
I think my next laser (probably next month) will be a Survival Laser 405. Then MAYBE I will get an SL 445 (I am a little scared of it though... or ANY of the 1W+ blues... we'll see).
For the SL 405 and 445, you can get Extension Tubes which apparantly can add to the run- times- between- charges, and possibly increase the output.
From Gary's website;
Battery Extension Tube Summary
The battery extension tube allows the use of two "18650" Li-ion batteries with the Survival Laser I, II or V for higher battery capacity, longer total run times and at full output power. This tube can also be used in other Aurora C6-style laser builds that normally use two CR123A or RCR123A batteries. However, DO NOT use this battery extension tube with laser builds that include a "boost" driver circuit that is limited to a maximum input voltage of 5.5-6V, as you will likely damage or destroy the driver. Also, not for use with the Survival Laser R. Black anodized aluminum with bare threads for good electrical conductivity. Note: Laser and batteries not included.
For the 405; package includes as a default:
a pair of rechargeable RCR123A batteries (P/N SL-123BR),
For the 445; same as 405 (2x RCR123A batteries).
I can understand how swapping 2x RCR123A for 2x 18650 WILL increase the run time (between charges).
I am a little hazy on the EXACT effect of swapping 2x RCR123A for 2x 18650 on the OUTPUTs on these two lasers. I can't seem to specifically cross-reference anything definite and consistant (both from his website, and LPF forum searches). I don't have an LPM, so I would like to know ahead of time what the EXPECTED outputs would be for 2x 18650 versus 2x RCR123A would be on BOTH of these lasers.