A very nice build kit if you want your build in a tiny chrome host!

This thing is solid brass and chrome coated. Very heavy in your hand for it's size...

Host: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.15644












There is barely be enough room inside the pill for the new version 4 FlexDrive. (9mm X 12mm) As shown in the pictures, I had to trim the threads at the barrel back some to allow more room inside the pill at final assembly.

The build shown, is using a 6X diode set at 186mA's. Here is the power comparison with the two lenses:

* AixiZ acrylic - 175mW's.
* 405-G-1 glass lens - 224mW's!

Using my custom lens mod, I got a 28% increase for blu-ray vs AixiZ acrylic! (back opened)
405-G-1 glass lens mod: http://laserpointerforums.com/laser_pointer_forums_3/forum/showthread.php?t=22497

Here's the price breakdown and options:

* Micro Chrome basic kit - $45 plus shipping. This is includes the host/sleeve/and barrel shortened. (see my shipping policy below)

Then you can add these options if desired:

* 'Hot' option - $48 This option includes a FlexDrive pre-mounted with current set as desired, and lead wires soldered on.
* AixiZ module - $5 If you buy an AixiZ module with this kit, I will glue the sleeve on the module for you with Arctic silver thermal adhesive.
* 405-G-1 glass lens mod - $55 31% increase for blu-ray vs AixiZ acrylic! (new) See link in signature!
* 650-G-1 glass lens mod for red! (fit for AixiZ) - $52 25% increase for red vs AixiZ acrylic! (new) Shown here: http://laserpointerforums.com/f64/fs...ase-46332.html
* Micro Chrome EzFocus Adapter - $20 (see below)
* Shipping - $6
* Please read my shipping policy here!

This build uses a single 10440 battery. I am not offering the battery or charger as an option...

I must warn... This is a very tight build. If you are getting a kit, I will include an instruction sheet for assembly instructions and build tips! If you are just getting the 'basic kit', you must understand how to set current on a FlexDrive with a proper test load.
Jay





More Pictures - 'Hot' Option:











Micro Chrome EzFocus Adapter!











Check out my New Side Button Build Kit!
http://laserpointerforums.com/laser_...ad.php?t=22510

Kryton EzFocus Adapter!- Awesome!
http://www.laserpointerforums.com/fo...m=1233990239/0

Oh my! That is one fine piece of work! ;D Never cease to amaze :P

Thanks!

I must admit that it was leukoplast that brought my attention to this awesome host. Then it was my implementation for the build...
Jay

Very nice kit..

I'm a big fan of your builds

8-)

Thanks! They are all DIY build kits, but the kits have options as well...

My 4171 or 3405 kits are easiest:
http://www.laserpointerforums.com/fo...m=1233442476/0

And my Pocket Mini (CR123) is very small, but not near as small in diameter as this one. It is easier than this Micro Chrome build:
http://www.laserpointerforums.com/fo...m=1231664443/0

Must see: My new 'Side Button' Kit!:
http://www.laserpointerforums.com/fo...m=1238352464/0

Then there is my DIY Green kit!
http://www.laserpointerforums.com/fo...m=1232226720/0
Jay

wow jay.. just wow.. ... ;D

Sometimes just a simple 'wow' is the best compliment...

Thanks!
Jay

Why is the hot option only $3 more expensive? :-?

I think it is $48 extra

Yes, that is correct Rob, thanks!

I made some changes in the way the options are listed to make that less confusing...
Jay

Oh...
And i got my hopes up, too :-[

Well... with the basic kit plus 'hot' option and shipping, it is still under $100 dollars.

With the 'hot' option, most of the hard stuff is done, and all you need to do, is put your diode into an AixiZ module, glue on the sleeve, solder to my lead wires, and assemble it! 8-)

For a build of this quality, the price is reasonable...
Jay

Are you kidding?
It's VERY reasonable 8-)

I just thought we could get an expensive host and a flexdrive for $48! :P

Coincidentally, that does work out to the price of the parts! :

FlexDrive shipped - $26
Host - $22

$48 bucks!

But then there are the modifications, custom sleeve, and work that I would do to transform it into the 'Micro Chrome' build kit with 'hot' option!
Jay

You have PM

PM returned...

As shown, there are some options for this kit, so just ask first or put in your Paypal comments what you are ordering.
Jay

Can you have the clicky be turned ON when I receive it, too ? Perhaps you can HOLD the laser for me, and I can tell you which way to point it ? : WOW....YOU are turning the masses into appliance operators ! That's good for some folks....but for others - it's gonna be tough to match your builds with innovations of our own if you keep on snatching up all the ideas ! I drove past my IDEA BUSH yesterday, and it was stripped bare ! ;D ;D

GREAT WORK as usual, Jay ! Keep 'em coming !

Thanks Greg!.... I know I have used some of your ideas in the past! (cough Tritium cough)

You know, building a laser into a tiny host is very desirable. And now that the version 4 FlexDrive is only 9mm X 12mm in size, well... that's what makes this kind of a build possible!





Just to remind everybody,
As mentioned before, even with the 'Hot' option, this build is still very tight. And although I use very fine, flexible wire, you still must be very careful with moving the lead wires around too much. All that is needed, is to solder them to the diode. So if your careful, it will be fine. Here's some more pictures:




Peng, your Micro Chrome kit with 'Hot' option will be shipping tomorrow! (Tuesday)

I have the driver set to 180mA's per your request. (blu-ray test load)

Please post back when you do your build!
Jay

I gotta lend my support to this build, it is beyond awesome! *I have a much bigger flashlight host with a PHR at 150mW and I rarely ever use it since it is very big, but with this thing being so small, a PHR at 114mW in it is much more fun! *Brings me back to my good old small laser pointing days. *

I also ordered a clip for it to help with two things. *Portability (even though its small, carrying it in a pocket is slightly uncomfortable) so I got a Fenix AAA flashlight clip, which I hope will work out well. * That way I can carry it in my pocket and not even realize its there until I need it. *(that is if the clip works). * The second reason is for grip. *This host is so nice looking, its almost a sin just picking it up! *;D *And I always worry I am going to drop it or something. *So the clip should add some grip to the currently slippery shiny chrome.

Here is what I got for reference
http://www.amazon.com/Fenixx-Pocket-...102&sr=1-2

And heatsinking seems to be excellent as well. *After about a min of being on you can feel the heat on the 'business end' just below the AixiZ focus ring. *So heat is transferring very well to the host body. *I'm sure I could leave it on for longer than a min, but I don't want to risk anything. * And battery life is great, I have been using it a lot and so far its still as bright and powerful as it was when I first put the battery in. *

Couple of body shots to show its size comparison to other common objects.

Thanks for posting back!

I see that everything is very well with your build. NICE pictures that show off the size and look of the build! 8-) Once again, great find, and thanks for pointing me to this sweet little host!






Kloan, just to let you know, I am shipping your Micro Chrome basic kit tomorrow! (Tuesday)

I hope your build goes well. Instructions and build tips included. Please post back!
Jay

So once you solder the wires from the driver to the diode you just hold the two little pieces together and get a tiny bit of a glue and put it around it make it into one piece or does it some-how thread to together and not snap the wires somehow?


I know!

You should have a triutium option with this one too!

You have to hold, or clamp the pieces together while your adhesive dries...

I like Arctic Silver thermal adhesive because it sets in 5 minutes. Now I recommend using only enough to make the two pieces stay together. Just a little is all that is needed. You want to be able to take them apart if you ever kill the diode.

Also, you must be careful to get them aligned nice and perfectly, otherwise the assembly won't be able to screw into the head of the host.

And of course, don't get glue on the threads!

About the Tritium, of course that thought ran through my head. But I quickly dismissed it because of not wanting to cut a slot into the nice chrome finish!
Jay

I am SO tempted to go for a matching set of these, for burning red and violet, of course. Wow, so tempting. If I hadn't just bought so much in the CNI group buy...totally worth it though.

Just hope these hosts stay available. One day soon.

I think they will stay available since they are Cree/UltraFire...

But they are kind of expensive, so I am only ordering them 3 at a time.

If you catch me with a couple on hand, then your order will be ready with-in a day or two. But if I have to wait on a DX order, it may be a week or two. But it will be worth the wait!

These are so sweet! 8-)
Jay

Sad face

Think you could do one for me with tritium marker or would it stuff it up ? :-?