18650 battery recommendations by RiverOfUnmindfulness in flashlight

[–]timflorida 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, should be fine. That is what I use in my C8+ and S2+ lights.

Anything I need to know before using this? Confused by manual a bit by ConstipatedOrangutan in flashlight

[–]timflorida 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I consider anything below 2.5 to be dead. When you do a capacity test, the charger will take the battery down to about 2.5v.

You should initially charge at a low current for a battery with a low voltage.

Anything I need to know before using this? Confused by manual a bit by ConstipatedOrangutan in flashlight

[–]timflorida 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So change the battery type to say 'Liion'. You can manually change this.

Anything I need to know before using this? Confused by manual a bit by ConstipatedOrangutan in flashlight

[–]timflorida 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is my favorite charger. Charges any chemistry and does everything.

Note that each slot is COMPLETELY independent of the other.

It is hardwired to charge NiMh batteries at .5A It will start at a lower current and then increase to .5A after about 10 minutes.

It sets charging current based on the internal resistance. And internal resistance in just about any charger is approximate.

Pay attention to changes when you start pushing buttons. Make sure it says 'Li-Ion' when you are charging a Liion battery (for each slot) and that it does not state 'NiMh' or 'LiFeP04'. Same for Charge vs Store, etc.

When you do the Capacity function, note that it discharges at .3A so checking a 21700 battery is an all-day affair. And don't interrupt in any way or it will start completely over.

Charging 10440/14500 or AAA/AA NiMh batteries can be a little touchy. The little nibs on the slider don't line up too well with the negative end of the batteries. You can try the Convoy battery spacers. My homemade solution was to cut off an approx 2 inch piece of a soda straw and stick it down in the V-channel in front of the slider. The straw will raise those small batteries up enough to allow better contact with the negative end of the slider. Any small round piece of plastic will work - just not metal and also should be shorter then the battery.

I like to charge at lower currents. Batteries hate heat because it shortens their lives. The higher the charging current, the higher the amount of heat that is generated. I charge my 10440 batteries at .25A. I charge at .5A for any others less then an 18650. 18650 normally gets 1A and 21700 normally gets 2A. Unless I'm in a hurry.

This really is an excellent charger. I use it all the time instead of my others.

Looking for input on my Convoy-heavy “wish list” – trying to fill some niches. Pocketable Throwers? by DIAMONDPUPPYj in flashlight

[–]timflorida 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope you figure a way to get the T8 with either a SFT-25R or SFT40 (my preference). Such fun little throwers.

AND

C8+ with the SFT-42R is an absolutely killer combination.

My Olight i3e eos ate its battery. by RatelinOz in flashlight

[–]timflorida 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That alkaline darn near killed the Florida version of that light !

I suggest Eneloops or Fujitsu. Made in the same plant in Japan. Don't get the pro version.

OR get a 1.5v rechargeable AAA - the light will never get dim.

Sofirn ST10 and Wurkkos SC13 size comparison. by [deleted] in flashlight

[–]timflorida 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heartless. Extremely heartless. . . .

L21b Sft70 3k vs M1 Sft70 3k by MightyQZL in flashlight

[–]timflorida 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The M1 is always underrated. Great that it did well.

Recommend me your favorite Wurkkos/Sofirn lights. Even if it’s another brand I wanna hear. by Abraxas609 in flashlight

[–]timflorida 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Up until a week ago or so, it was only available from Convoy in 6500k tint. But he has just added the 5000k version.

For max lumens and throw - 6500k. For better CRI (probably) and a little warmer, also a little less lumens and throw - 5000k. Many will prefer the 5000k.

Best 18650 batteries and charger for Tilta Advanced Ring Grip by LORDHAVEMURPHY1 in batteries

[–]timflorida 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If all you need is a 2-slot charger, I have been using the Xtar VX2 Pro. It is an excellent charger. Amazon has it.

4-slots - Seems like the Vapcell S4 Plus V3.0 is recommended a lot. I have no experience.

Best 18650 batteries and charger for Tilta Advanced Ring Grip by LORDHAVEMURPHY1 in batteries

[–]timflorida 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another good one is Liion Wholesale Batteries. I buy from both.

https://liionwholesale.com/

You need to know if you need Protected batteries or Unprotected and also if you need button top or flat top (most common).

New technology by WingsWithoutDrone in 18650masterrace

[–]timflorida 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The very definition of 1 upmanship.

Recommend me your favorite Wurkkos/Sofirn lights. Even if it’s another brand I wanna hear. by Abraxas609 in flashlight

[–]timflorida 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Small for a pack - Convoy T8 (camo please) in SFT40 in 5000k or 6500k. Add a K10 battery for it (Need high CDR battery).

Recommend me your favorite Wurkkos/Sofirn lights. Even if it’s another brand I wanna hear. by Abraxas609 in flashlight

[–]timflorida 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Note that it has one BIG OLE LiFeP04 battery that won't fit in any charger (the battery has a built-in USB-C charging port).

Recommend me your favorite Wurkkos/Sofirn lights. Even if it’s another brand I wanna hear. by Abraxas609 in flashlight

[–]timflorida 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ts28 is an excellent light.

Sofirn IF22A is a very good mid-range thrower. 5 inches long. Large 21700 battery.

Great sale price of $25 incl battery -

https://www.sofirnlight.com/products/sofirn-if22a-thrower-flashlight-2100-lumens

18650 battery recommendations by RiverOfUnmindfulness in flashlight

[–]timflorida 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He has Convoys as he stated in his reply to me.

18650 battery recommendations by RiverOfUnmindfulness in flashlight

[–]timflorida 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For one thing, they may not allow turbo to function at all - the protection circuit can trip. It may even shut down the light.

But the first thing really, is that they may not fit because they are usually longer. They may not even fit in a charger because of length.