Ridgid flashlight questions

[cactusman]

Does anyone know the difference between the r849 18 volt flashlight and the r859 24 volt flashlight?
ok, 6 volts...
Seriously....
Aside from the bulb's operating voltage being different will an eighteen volt battery fit the 24 volt flashlight?

I figure there are 18/24 volt compatible tools and perhaps the flashlights are also 18/24 volt compatible. Yes I know different bulb.

My motive is to buy a flashlight and then modify it to run a 5 watt luxeon LED
thus providing great light and at 18v amazing run time.

I have seen a few 18v and 24v flashlights around. The cost may actually determine which one I buy

Cactus Man

[onlycordless]

I was going to attempt the same thing. You beat me to the post.

However, I can't seem to locate a 24volt luxeon. I can use 12 volt and overpower it. With the 10,000 to 100,000 bulb life, I should only see half that which is still unbeatable.

I have not tried the 18 volt bulb in the 24 volt flashlight, however, the 24 volt flashlight bulb is rated at 12 volts. What I like about running it with lithium is that you get consistent, practically non-dimming light for the entire charge. You will not get this with the ni-cad 18 volt light.
I would go with the 24 volt because you will get better runtime if you have the batteries. Last I checked, the 24 volt flashlight is $36 and the 18 volt is $22.

Let us know how the mod comes out.

[cactusman]

any luxeon LED needs a regulator circuit. They typically run around 3-4VDC
and I'm not sure about the current demand, I estimate less than 50ma

So using a 24 or 18v flashlight I hope there is some room inside to slip a small circuit module into it.

Where have you seen the flashlights on sale? My local home depot is not offering them as stand alone items

Cactus Man

[onlycordless]

any luxeon LED needs a regulator circuit. They typically run around 3-4VDC
and I'm not sure about the current demand, I estimate less than 50ma

So using a 24 or 18v flashlight I hope there is some room inside to slip a small circuit module into it.

Where have you seen the flashlights on sale? My local home depot is not offering them as stand alone items

Cactus Man


I have never seen them at Home Depot, just online. I can't remeber the specific store, but if I find it I will post it.

Ebay has them http://cgi.ebay.com/24V-RIDGID-FLASHLIGHT-18-VOLT-24-VOLT_W0QQitemZ130156024854QQihZ003QQcategoryZ20760 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[canucksartech]

Not too sure if it would work, but I have seen LED replacement bulbs to be used in MagLight flashlights. Not sure if it is the same type of small bulb (threading, etc.), but it does seem to be a straight swap-in replacement - no need for modifying anything or adding in any small circuitry (might have it inside the LED bulb replacement).

I too was thinking of doing the same thing. Haven't really had a chance to look into it further though.

[cactusman]

I honestly doubt the mag-lite LED lamps will work. The reason is they are for
3-6 D batteries or a max of 9V

The Ridgid light is 18V or 24V

You will immediately destroy the LED.

I can't find a 5watt Luxeon LED locally so I'll most likely order a 1watt one from all-electronics and see how it does.

I will also build a regulator circuit instead of a resistive voltage divider circuit. The reason is the regulator will allow the LED to work longer.

I suspect once built I will see a run time of 50+ hours at full illumination on a 18V 2.5ah battery [not an actual calculation just a number pulled out of a hat]

I'll report back as this project moves along

Cactus Man

[Woussko]

If you have room, maybe a cluster of several LEDs would work. The Voltage would be divided by the number used if they are series connected. You would need to be sure all of them match each other.

[ooman2]

I've thought about doing that also. (see http://www.ridgidforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9472)

Check out these cree's: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1302

A quick measure shows that 5 of them might fir in the ridgid 18v fl.


My electronics is a bit rusty, but if wired in series they should get about 3.6v each.

If anything I think heat dissipation would be the big problem. Maybe mount them to an aluminum disk and carve holes in the housing.

[Frankiarmz]

I'm sure you guys can modify together a LED into a Ridgid flashlight, but this should be a simple task for the design team at Ridgid. I am going to paste a little info on teh task light by Ingersoll Rand which they sell along with their 1/2 inch cordless impact gun. LED's are the way to go and single Luxeon is the LED of choice. Hope they are not dragging their feet just to sell bulbs?

June 13, 2007 - TL10 task light features onboard microprocessor and utilizes single LED technology providing 160 lumens of brightness and over 50,000 hr bulb life. Using IQV series 19.2 V battery, it runs up to 10 hr on single charge. Device weighs 0.8 lb without battery, and from 1.8-3.2 lb depending on battery used, and also features 160° pivoting head and drop resistant structural housing that protects against breakage and harsh fluids.

[Disaster]

I've thought about doing that also. (see http://www.ridgidforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9472)

Check out these cree's: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1302

A quick measure shows that 5 of them might fir in the ridgid 18v fl.


My electronics is a bit rusty, but if wired in series they should get about 3.6v each.

If anything I think heat dissipation would be the big problem. Maybe mount them to an aluminum disk and carve holes in the housing.

Better if you had a regulator circuit but with 24 volt Lithium Ion battery and 7 of these in series you would be at 3.43 volts...assuming consistent resistance between them.

[zooommmm]

I know the current LED lights on the market have circuit boards but a friend
of mine who's currently in Iraq was into LED's. The pics are of one of his 1st
creations & there's no circuit board! He used to sell the key chain flashlight
in liquor stores along w/his hand held fans! Zane

[cactusman]

a quick update....

I finally opened the flashlight and there is a circuit board with what looks like some sort of regulator/boost circuit.
I used an 18v battery and measured 12v at the lamp socket.

Do not buy the mag-lite 3W LED replacement bulb! It will not fit in the flashlight.

The bulb the flashlight uses is a standard bayonet style.

I will eventually pick up a LM317Tadjustable voltage regulator and assemble some sort of circuit.

oh, I did try using an everled LED and a simple resistor voltage divider but although the LED assembly fit into the lamp socket the LED did not illuminate very brightly. I did experiment with a variety of resistor values but maybe the LED was defective..it was in my "junk box"

More as I progress...

Cactus Man

[Tucson]

Hey I got this on ebay. I will retro fit my 24V Flashlight. its 12V at Bulb so this will fix the low loight problem, :D

http://cgi.ebay.com/2-x-Bulbs-Light-12V-32-LED-Brake-Stop-Bulb-White-2357_W0QQitemZ150325516578QQcmdZViewItemQQptZCar_E lectronics_Parts_Accessories?hash=item150325516578&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C 240%3A1318%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50

[killavolt]

I wonder if you could use something like this:

http://www.ledsupply.com/docs/7027_Datasheet.pdf

It has in input voltage up to 28V and measures 0.38" x 0.75" (9.7mm x 19mm). It costs about $13.00.

[canucksartech]

Hey I got this on ebay. I will retro fit my 24V Flashlight. its 12V at Bulb so this will fix the low loight problem, :D

http://cgi.ebay.com/2-x-Bulbs-Light-12V-32-LED-Brake-Stop-Bulb-White-2357_W0QQitemZ150325516578QQcmdZViewItemQQptZCar_E lectronics_Parts_Accessories?hash=item150325516578&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C 240%3A1318%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50

But will it work for the 24v/18v worklight? If it's 12 volt at the LEDs, won't the 24/18 volts burn them out? I'm not sure what the bulb type is that's in that worklight - it's too damn cold for me to go outside and check right now. But will this item match and work with it??

[canucksartech]

I wonder if you could use something like this:

http://www.ledsupply.com/docs/7027_Datasheet.pdf

It has in input voltage up to 28V and measures 0.38" x 0.75" (9.7mm x 19mm). It costs about $13.00.

I don't know. Seems like there's some chance of screwing something up, as it looks like I'd need to buy the parts individually, and then solder and manufacture the item myself. Not that I don't mind making stuff, but with something like this, I'd rather have the preciseness that a factory-made finished-item would have - I myself would want a tight, focused, bright beam of light, from an LED that I wouldn't have to worry about failing or breaking apart.

[Tucson]

The imput voltage has nothing to do with the output Voltage.

Its 12V at the bulb so any 12V bulb will do.

I will take detail pictures of my retrofit and post them once im done.

and even if Im over voltage when im done all I have to do is add a resistor. :D

The package is comming from H-K so It might be 2 weeks before I do this MOD...

I even MOD my cars out with LED's

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/1699433

So A flashlight shouldn't be easy as pie.

[canucksartech]

The imput voltage has nothing to do with the output Voltage.

Its 12V at the bulb so any 12V bulb will do.

I will take detail pictures of my retrofit and post them once im done.

and even if Im over voltage when im done all I have to do is add a resistor. :D

The package is comming from H-K so It might be 2 weeks before I do this MOD...

I even MOD my cars out with LED's

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/1699433

So A flashlight shouldn't be easy as pie.

Well, you almost had me convinced, until I saw what you did to a Hyundai. I'm sorry, but this kind of "pimp-my-ride" kind of stuff is just ridiculous. I still don't understand why people do this - to spend thousands and thousands of dollars to make a car "better" through customization, rather than just using that money to buy a better vehicle to begin with. I mean, come on, it's a Hyundai Tucson - do you really need a radar detector? :idea: :shrug: :rolleyes:

[Frankiarmz]

The whole idea of customizing is to make it your own work of art, technical and mechanical design included. Customizing is a billion dollar industry and even the pros from detroit to europe have their "one of a kind" project cars that enable them to showcase ideas and get public reaction. Getting back to the LED conversion, I did try the "toolstar" made by terralux and the two I bought were junk. I requested several LED manufacturers to make a single high power LED unit that would fit the many cordless tool/work lights in use, so far no one has stepped up. Two of the representatives told me by e-mail that heat was a problem? I know Craftsman and Ingersoll Rand both offer 18 or 19volt LED worklights. Maybe they use circuitry that reduces the voltage to the LED cluster? I think LED is the future of all lighting and it is wasteful and costly for us to keep buying incandescent bulbs made by DeWalt for our Ridgid tool lights. Just wanted to add that I checked the voltage at the bulb socket and it was identical to that of the battery, there is no reduction circuitry in our tool lights.

[cactusman]

Frankiarmtz, I think the problems are in the types of LEDs we are looking at.
The Luxeon types from 1W to 5W do indeed generate a lot of heat and require serious heat sinking.

Even the slick 1,3,5 watt type flashlights using the 3.6v batteries develope a lot of heat. they rely upon the flashlight body to dissipate that heat.

The various LED type work lamps are using the smaller white bright LED in large numbers. they are numbered to reduce the required regulation circuits.

Quite often you'll see a 6 or more LED flashlight using AAA batteries. Personally I do not care for that design as AA batteries will last longer but in many cases the AAA type batteries are used due to size deign limits of the specific flashlight

I do prefer the luxeon style LED as it provides a better brighter light.

How are you installing them in a Ridgid flashlight? As the lamp socket size is not the off the shelf lamp size?
It would have been really clever if Ridgid used a socket configuration similar to auto lamps..either the wedge style or the 1156 socket size. Then locating a LED replacement lamp would be simply a trip to a well stocked auto supply store.

Keep us informed on your progress.

For now I have not pursued the LED project as I am knee deep in other projects and I don't have the time or patience right now to redesign a pretty good incandescent flashlight


Cactus Man

[Frankiarmz]

Frankiarmtz, I think the problems are in the types of LEDs we are looking at.
The Luxeon types from 1W to 5W do indeed generate a lot of heat and require serious heat sinking.

Even the slick 1,3,5 watt type flashlights using the 3.6v batteries develope a lot of heat. they rely upon the flashlight body to dissipate that heat.

The various LED type work lamps are using the smaller white bright LED in large numbers. they are numbered to reduce the required regulation circuits.

Quite often you'll see a 6 or more LED flashlight using AAA batteries. Personally I do not care for that design as AA batteries will last longer but in many cases the AAA type batteries are used due to size deign limits of the specific flashlight

I do prefer the luxeon style LED as it provides a better brighter light.

How are you installing them in a Ridgid flashlight? As the lamp socket size is not the off the shelf lamp size?
It would have been really clever if Ridgid used a socket configuration similar to auto lamps..either the wedge style or the 1156 socket size. Then locating a LED replacement lamp would be simply a trip to a well stocked auto supply store.

Keep us informed on your progress.

For now I have not pursued the LED project as I am knee deep in other projects and I don't have the time or patience right now to redesign a pretty good incandescent flashlight


Cactus Man

Cactus Man, you know your stuff! The cluster LEDs are exactly what the other cordless tool manufacturers are using for their LED tool lights and for the exact reason you mentioned. I also thought about using the 12volt auto LED mod believing I could modify the bulb mount, but I just don't know if the 19plus volts a fully charged 18 volt battery produces would be too much for this unit? I agree the incandescent bulb works fine for what it is, however an LED unit would offer more light, greater run time and years of use without the need to replace.

[Tucson]

canucksartech If I want to spend 8000$ in Car Audio that’s my business. And Yeah It’s a Hyundai so the phuck what! Maybe just maybe I had to get a cheap car that would take me, my kids, and wife from point A to Point B and that had a 100 000Km warranty. As for the Radar Detector don’t know what to tell you but in case you couldn’t figure it out it saves me from getting tickets. That’s why I have it. Don’t know what hick town you’re from but Hyundai’s can go over 100KM/h now.

And why the hell would I want to spend more money for a Car. Even If I spend 80 000$ on a car. It still doesn’t come with what I would call a decent sound system. I still would change the wheels and tire. and then I still would change the interior. They call it making your car unique. So you’re car doesn’t like the next guys car.

You must be too old to understand or just too ignorant. To each his own. But do me a favor and just phuck off.

[canucksartech]

canucksartech If I want to spend 8000$ in Car Audio that’s my business. And Yeah It’s a Hyundai so the phuck what! Maybe just maybe I had to get a cheap car that would take me, my kids, and wife from point A to Point B and that had a 100 000Km warranty. As for the Radar Detector don’t know what to tell you but in case you couldn’t figure it out it saves me from getting tickets. That’s why I have it. Don’t know what hick town you’re from but Hyundai’s can go over 100KM/h now.

And why the hell would I want to spend more money for a Car. Even If I spend 80 000$ on a car. It still doesn’t come with what I would call a decent sound system. I still would change the wheels and tire. and then I still would change the interior. They call it making your car unique. So you’re car doesn’t like the next guys car.

You must be too old to understand or just too ignorant. To each his own. But do me a favor and just phuck off.

Hey, it was just a series of comments on what my opinion was on the vehicle. If you didn't want to expose yourself to that differing opinion from yours, and therefore would have no need to get so overly defensive, then don't post the link to your vehicle in the first place.

And also - watch the language, no matter how camoflaged and disguised you make it. That's uncalled for on this forum.

[tinmack]

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[Spinalzo]

What about those lights, huh? Tucson, welcome to the forum. Look forward to your future posts.

[reConx]

The cluster LEDs are exactly what the other cordless tool manufacturers are using for their LED tool lights and for the exact reason you mentioned. I also thought about using the 12volt auto LED mod believing I could modify the bulb mount, but I just don't know if the 19plus volts a fully charged 18 volt battery produces would be too much for this unit? I agree the incandescent bulb works fine for what it is, however an LED unit would offer more light, greater run time and years of use without the need to replace.

FYI: Ridgid got a new drill kit out: R82008 12V Li drill/driver plus 12V Li LED light @$139

[Tucson]

Yeah I saw that light. Not really practical when working in closed spaces.

Still waiting on my LED bulb from Japan. :D

My R859 is opened up and ready for the transplant. I had to modify the chrome lens assenbly to accept the LED bulb. It will be pretty bitchin when done.

P.S

I tested the 24v and 18V Bat and they both register 12v at the light, witch is perfect. And even the bulb has the 12V stamp. So I cant wait to put this together :eek:

[Frankiarmz]

I tested the 24v and 18V Bat and they both register 12v at the light, witch is perfect. And even the bulb has the 12V stamp. So I cant wait to put this together :eek:

I checked the voltage at the bulb socket and it was identical to the battery ,absolutely no loss or reduction to 12 volts?

[canucksartech]

I checked the voltage at the bulb socket and it was identical to the battery ,absolutely no loss or reduction to 12 volts?

Same here.

[Tucson]

Whats your Model # maybee the R859 is made that way or I have a different Batch. witch works out great for me for my MOD

Here is a picture on a fully loaded @19 V Bat my 24V is at work but it registers the same @ 12V also

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/Tucson_on_dubs/14-03-09_1910.jpg

[Frankiarmz]

My flashlight is model R849. Still doesn't make sense that the 18volt Dewalt or other bulb would burn bright at 12volts? In any case you are lucky and have a wide selection of LED units, about the only problem I can forsee would be heat. When I used the TS-18 Toolstar cluster LED drop-in they got very hot and even clouded the clear lens of the flashlight. Here is my voltage reading, you might be able to see that I have already chewed up my light trying to fit other bulbs.

[canucksartech]

Mine is the R859 - the "MaxSelect" version that came with the XLi 24 volt kit.

[Tucson]

Well here it is. Ridgid LED R859 Flashlight .... :eek: :thumbup2:

I took this with a camera phone so add 150% for the brightness :D

I ordered a 48 LED bulb on ebay and will change it when it gets here.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=220381132854

As for the Heat, Their is none. Left it on for 4 hours and it wasn't even warm.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/Tucson_on_dubs/21-03-09_2031.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/Tucson_on_dubs/21-03-09_2033.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/Tucson_on_dubs/21-03-09_2034.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/Tucson_on_dubs/21-03-09_2037.jpg

[cactusman]

Nice job Tucson. Can you provide photos showing the modifications you did to the
flashlight's original socket and new lamp mounting and securing?

Can you also describe in more detail a comparison in the light throw, shadows, etc to the original incandescent lamp. I suspect you have lost the ability to focus, but with the 30-45 degree angle you show a nice sized spot light and no obvious dark spots.

What did you base your LED lamp selection on?
I viewed the lamp on e-bay but did not notice any dimensions as I'm not familiar with the MR16 size.
If my math is correct...12v at 2.28w is around 190MA
Using the nicad 2.5AH rated battery I would estimate a run time of approximately 13 hours?

Congratulations for a nicely done project

Cactus Man

[Frankiarmz]

Pictures look good , but I still don't understand how another person with the same flashlight did not see the voltage reduction at the socket as you did? I would pose this question to the techs at Ridgid but it seemed to take forever to get the question of which charger could be used for the lithium battery. I think it comes down to whether or not there is a voltage reduction in the circuit or not? My fully charged 18volt battery reads 21.5 volts and it was too much for the Terralux Toolstar led module. There seem to be more questions than answers on this topic, why the different readings at the socket, why has no one made a reliable LED replacement specifically for the 18 volt tool light? Well, I'm glad someone with a Ridgid flashlight was able to make the conversion to a LED light.

[Tucson]

hey here is a close up picture
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/Tucson_on_dubs/21-03-09_2329.jpg



I mounted the light with some epoxy and I opened up the flashlight and removed the original black socket housing. (I saved it, in case I have to revert back ). And I didnt Hack out any parts of the flashlingt.

As for the difference in voltage it doesn’t really matter if your flashlight puts out more then 12V because there is a 24V LED Light available on eBay. Or you can just make your own LED panels.

Well I’m glad Ridgid put in a voltage regulator in my flashlight. It saved me from doing a custom LED panel and screwing around with resistors. I rather just get a premade led Bulb. They look way better. The 48 LED I ordered is 50mm in Diameter and will be 4x brighther then the one in their now.

Next time I open it up I will take pictures of my project. I didn’t know so many would be interested. All you need is an eBay LED light, Solder Iron, Epoxy and 15 minutes o free time . And a steady hand to extract the LED panel from the LED bulb.

[cactusman]

Thanks Tucson, The interest in upgrading to a LED has many facets; the brighter whiter light produced, the lower current draw thus longer run time on a battery etc.

Eventually we will only see LED flashlights as we evolve.

Why the folks at Ridgid and other tool flashlight makers do not offer a LED upgrade is simply poor marketing and return on investment. Think about the "Maglite" brand! Following the LED lighting cult at candlepower forums and other places....the first flashlight to ever get modified to LEDs was a Maglite.

I think this was well over 10 years ago! Finally I think in 2008 Maglite offered a "factory made" 2aa, 3aa LED Maglite flashlight. They made a really big deal about that too!

I'll repeat my comment from an earlier post...Do Not attempt to use after market LED replacement bulbs! The Terralux, Maglight LED bulbs, and similar "ready to insert LED lamps"
Will not work in the Ridgid, Ryobi, Dewalt, type flashlights. Most of those lamps are designed for a maximum of 2,3,or 4 batteries or a voltage not to exceed 6 volts!

If you try these lamps in a 12 volt flashlight you can watch you money "POP" away in moments! Use only LED lamps that are specified for 12VDC, or have a voltage regulator, or dropping resistor circuit internally or externally.

Another issue is "polarity" LED products are not forgiving! Insert the LED incorrectly meaning the wrong polarity and you will "POP" and destroy the LED in moments.

Cactus Man

[Frankiarmz]

Hey guys, I have a question since some of you sound like you know your electronics. Instead of wiring in resistors which I am just not up on, could I put a small rheosat(sp) in line such as a small volume control knob and reduce the voltage that way?

[cactusman]

A potentiometer is easy but you still need to measure the value and do the math!
This is simply applying ohm's law: I=E/R or other manipulations R=E/I

For example....
you have a 12v supply and you want to hook up a single white LED.

Typically, a single white LED has a specification of 3.6VDC and draws around .020A [20ma]

You need to add a resistor to "drop" the 8.4VDC [3.6+8.4=12.0]
You know the current..20ma

In a series circuit the current flow is the same in the circuit so you have 8.4VDC and 20ma.
[that's Kirchoff's law].... using ohm's law: R=E/I
R= 8.4/0.020 [20ma]=420 ohms Now, this is not a typical value so a 470-510ohm resistor
will work just fine. Actually 3.6VDC is the maximum voltage for the LED.

Now to determine what size [power rating] resistor to use?
P=IxE 0.020x8.4=0.168w [168mw]
a 1/4w resistor is small and is 0.250w [250mw]
a 1/2w resistor is larger and is 0.500w [500mw]

Actually it is much better and safer to simply use a resistor than a potentiometer. I suppose you can use a potentiometer to establish the resistance value ..but it's so much easier to simply do the math.


Cactus Man

[G_P]

Tuscon.... I think the car looks great. As for putting high dollar accessories in low cost cars, When my wife bought a 500 dollar 1990 dakota because she loved how it looked and drove I bought her a Headunit for it that cost more than the entire truck.

I can understand not wasting money throwing 20" rims and a bodykit on a 1980's civic thats covered in rust holes with a shredded interior and barely runs but if the car is in good shape why not make it better and more to your liking?


As for the flashlight a LED swap should be pretty easy if you have room inside the housing for the regulator circuitry and can provide proper cooling to the led module itself. I changed the front turn signals on my car to led from incandescents using about 5 led's per housing. Now they are always a nice deep orange color that wont fade unlike the orange coating on the regular bulbs and the car will most likely have rotted away to a pile of dust in a junkyard before they burn out.

Led's are the way to go nowadays when it comes to low voltage and portable lighting.
In a couple of years i think it will be all LED with the exception of the portable halogen spot/flood lights that use automotive foglight bulbs and lead acid batteries.

[canucksartech]

This website is advised to serve as a advertence for humans who allotment the accepted absorption of flashlights (torches) or for humans who would like some apprenticeship, or maybe try to search in some site that are related in your topic like that...
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[flashdix]

Yeah a luxeon LED needs a regulator circuit, typically they run around 3-4 volts DC...



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[canucksartech]

Well here it is. Ridgid LED R859 Flashlight .... :eek: :thumbup2:

I took this with a camera phone so add 150% for the brightness :D

I ordered a 48 LED bulb on ebay and will change it when it gets here.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=220381132854

As for the Heat, Their is none. Left it on for 4 hours and it wasn't even warm.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/Tucson_on_dubs/21-03-09_2037.jpg

Tucson,

I'm a little bit concerned/curious with this last picture. In the picture, the flashlight is on, as is the charge-level indicator LED lights on the battery. What I'm curious about is, did you press the charge-level button just before you took the picture, to light up these LEDs right before you snapped the pics? Or, if not, are they on all the time on your battery when you use this light? What I'm concerned about is, if it is indeed the latter of these and they are always on with this flashlight modification, then that's not normal - the LEDs are supposed to go on for a second to show you the charge level, and then go off. If they stay on all the time with this mod, then the LED bulb could be causing some sort of harmful feedback to your battery.

Let us know, because that picture has spiked my curiousity. Thanks. Good pictures of the steps you took, also - it helps to have the photos here, for us to see the actual progress. Thanks.

[Tucson]

It was just to show I had a full bat.

[canucksartech]

It was just to show I had a full bat.

Perfect. Okay, thanks for the clarification.