Super simply yet unique stainless host build

[Down with Umbrella]

hey everyone,
just a build Ive been working on:thinking:

I welded on the pocket clip.

this is a PL 520 module from DTR(thank you!)
the pill is just a hair too small for the stainless tube's ID(7/8") so the neg. lead over laps the pill to provide a snug fit against the side of the body.

This momentary switch off ebay fits well with the host. I'm a fan of momentary switches because they aid in shortening the duty cycle. the nut is tacked on too so i can unthread the the switch to put in the 18650. also tacking that small chrome nut on was a nightmare to tig weld but it helps to have a foot pedal

and lastly the beam shot! W/ smoke.

yes i know the basement is a mess.
well hope you guys find this interesting, tips/suggestions always welcome.

 

[Tmack]

Very nice. That's an elegant looking pocket clip. Have to respect the 520 too.

 

[Wolfman29]

That's actually a beautiful build D: How much did it cost to make/how long did it cost to make?

 

[Flaminpyro]

Very nice way to think on your feet :gj: +4

 

[Down with Umbrella]

I got the 1" stainless tubing from work so that was free, more or less. The momentary switch was $7.55, the pill was $3.99 from survival laser and the G2 lens/module/diode/driver from DTR was $160. The copper heatsink i had. Something interesting I didn't photo was the spacing between the battery and the tubing, I rolled up sheets of plastic from staples so I could property center the battery though I'm sure I'm not the first person to do that.

 

[Speedy78]

Practice welding the bottoms of two soda cans together. Get that down and you can weld anything.

Very nice job on the host

 

[cheech226]

some very nice work there dwu! keep it up.

 

[BowtieGuy]

Nice unique design; like your idea of using the nut to have threads for the switch!
Another plus is, that stainless will look good forever.

+1 good job!

 

[sinner]

Very nice looking laser, Good stuff coming from the new members lately! +1

 

[DrMario]

Now, that's what I call art! Seriously nice looking host. :gj:

Also, about the usage of plastic sheet to center the battery, you're correct that you're not the only one. I will fess up; I have done this before, especially with 18650 Li-ion battery in older Dorcy Luxeon flashlight. XD

 

[Tmack]

I'm with sinner. Really seeing some great stuff coming from the new guys. The future my hold some promise. Just think when all the dinosaurs we know and love stop building, ( you know who you are) well have some talent to fill their shoes.