Cree R2 300 lumens lamping gear - any good?

[Manco 16]

I'm considering one of these, a kit that includes: torch/flashlight, charger, batteries, scope mount, pressure switch. I've seen them advertised on ebay and I thought I'd ask: does anyone use one, and are they any good? If anyone answers "yes" and "yes" I'd be interested to know which supplier you used on ebay (I note several suppliers post goods from China or or elsewhere in Asia). What scope mount will I need for a 1" tube? Many thanks if you can steer me in the right direction.

[Phantom 631]

Yep, use one myself

 

you can use a figure 8 mount or one of those rubber/velcro mounts.

 

I started off using a couple of cable ties and had it under the silencer

 

Phantom

[zini 1,939]

Yes I've got 3 myself mate.

 

A red LED one, a White LED one and now a IR one.

 

Used as Tony says with a Velcro mount there brilliant.

 

The red LEDs I find the best and the IR LED.

 

The White light is really powerful and I find it's like aliens landing.

 

Too bright for bunnies or rats.

 

Better used with a home made red filter fitted which is good.

 

Si

[Manco 16]

I'm considering one of these, a kit that includes: torch/flashlight, charger, batteries, scope mount, pressure switch. I've seen them advertised on ebay and I thought I'd ask: does anyone use one, and are they any good? If anyone answers "yes" and "yes" I'd be interested to know which supplier you used on ebay (I note several suppliers post goods from China or or elsewhere in Asia). What scope mount will I need for a 1" tube? Many thanks if you can steer me in the right direction.

[Manco 16]

Thanks guys. I'll look out for the velcro strap for mounting the unit on the scope. I don't understand the reference to White and Red LEDs (zini). Are these like sealed beam units for cars? Can you recommend a particular supplier - there are loads to choose from on ebay? I had a Clulite with a big battery, but I will go for one of these much lighter Surefire units now. Thanks again.

[Phantom 631]

This is the guy, I got mine from

 

Took a week from HK but worth it.

 

http://shop.ebay.co.uk/sky21cn/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686

 

I got a charger and 6 spare batteries from this guy,

 

http://electronics.shop.ebay.co.uk/Batteries-Battery-Chargers-/48446/i.html?_catref=1&_fln=1&_ipg=&_ssn=fairyprawnking118&_trksid=p3911.c0.m282

 

And after it broke I ordered another one from him (it broke because my wife threw it at me!)

 

I am tempted to purchase a RED LED unit for it, but until I do I use these

 

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Solarforce-Red-Blue-Green-Orange-Filter-/280280446990?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Camping_LightsLanternsTorches&hash=item414204380e

 

Phantom

[Manco 16]

Thanks for the info on where to buy.

Regards, Chris

[zini 1,939]

Dont you buy a red LED Tony as Mrs Santa has informed me that she may already have one for you

 

Si

[Phantom 631]

 

Si' Stop spending on me buddy

 

Tony

[zini 1,939]

Too late we have had it acouple of weeks now buddy

 

We want it to be a special Christmas for you and one to remember buddy.

 

Si

[Phantom 631]

It's gonna be very memorable No its gonna be more than memorable, more like unforgettable Si

 

Phantom

Edited December 16, 2010 by Phantom

[zini 1,939]

No problems buddy ,

 

You know that you will be treated like my brother and a real family member when you are at ours buddy .

 

Our home is also your home pal .

 

Si

Edited December 16, 2010 by zini

[Phantom 631]

I'd rather be treat like a friend Si

 

But on the other hand; I'm finding out that most families are not like mine wich is really a good thing

So as long as your like most and nothing at all like mine (talking Parents, brothers and sisters here, not wife and kids) then I'll be deeply honoured

 

I'll explain more when we see each other again

 

Take care.

 

Tony

[jazmin 44]

What kind of time do you get with the batts on these torches and would it pay to get some more rechargables.Do they run the batts down quick?

[Phantom 631]

What kind of time do you get with the batts on these torches and would it pay to get some more rechargables.Do they run the batts down quick?

 

Yes it does pay to get a few rechargables. I got 6 when I purchased my charger (less than about 6£ all in)

 

The time seems to be longer when using them continuosly for some reason.

And the batteries really don't like the cold (talking very cold minus temps here, but then again most batts don't like the cold)

I generally find when its very cold I may use two pairs in 3 or 4 hours. But as the ambient temps rise they last a whole hell of a lot longer and several hours of lamping can be had with a single set.

You will notice when they need changing as the brightness takes a sudden, noticable drop. I carry my spares close to my skin on an inside pocket usually.

 

Phantom