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Saber Torch.
Hi all,
Much like the title implies I'm looking to build a MHS saber that is a torch instead of a saber w/ blade or prop
I work full time in security and for night shift I need a torch so why not have the coolest torch around.
I am having trouble finding info on actually building one.
How bright are the LEDs, could I Just use the ones on this site, will I need multiple, do I need to go elsewhere.
lens installation, securing the reflective cone around the led and things to focus if necessary
battery life. How long can you get from a single charge. This one isn't an issue as I can buy multiple batteries and a charging station.
Could anyone supply info on the above.
I've almost finished designing my saber and would like to start on the electronics asap.
I hope to document the process for like minded individuals.
Thanks for any input. Feel free to post ideas that may help or that I should add.
Regards,
Bambussa
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The LEDs found at The Custom Saber shop are extremely bright, and comparable to high-end flashlights.
The store sells optics and mounts to secure the optics and LED within the hilt. You may have to ask Tim about a more flashlight-type lens, as the ones in the shop are designed for a very narrow light beam (good for lighting an acrylic tube, not as good to use as a flashlight).
I can't comment on the runtime, but I suspect you could get at least 30 minutes runtime for a single CREE with a single 18650 battery and no soundcard.
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I've used the optics for Tri-Rebel/Tri-Cree LEDs as a flashlight. It's a fairly focused beam, more of a spotlight than a flashlight. My Tri-Rebel RGB is brighter than my other (normal) flashlights by a large margin.
A single Cree white LED running at 1000mA would easily run 2-3 hours with a single 3400mA li-ion cell. You could use multiple cells in parallel to increase runtime, or have them easily removable so you could swap them out for a freshly charged cell.
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Some years ago I converted a couple of 5 euro mini flashlight replacing the 3mm leds array with a single Cree XP-G white and the result is definitely good.
I still carry them around, one in the car and one in the laptop bag. They even followed my in few safaris and did their job efficiently.
Honestly I don't remember what type of lens I used, perhaps the 8.7 degree sold here or a wider one.
In your case, not having big restrictions with the batteries (since you have the space to install Li-Ion ones in parallel to increase runtime), I would definitely choose a custom Tri-Cree with 3 white leds.
For the optics it could be fine the narrow lense sold here.
If too narrow can be replaced with a medium beam lens, but I guess it should be sourced elsewhere.
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you can get lenses with a wide spot, oval, narrow or defused. I cant comment on where to get them per forum rules but they aren't particularly hard to find. you'll have the coolest flashlight around that's for sure lol
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http://www.thecustomsabershop.com/Co...ova-P1017.aspx would be more efficient to run than a Tri-Cree with 3 white LEDs. It would also be easier to find optics to work with it.
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You could find a 1" OD flashlight/torch and just pop it in the blade holder.
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I thought a "saber torch" was a maglite. :lol: