Lumapower:Compact Rocket D-Mini with XR-E (Part 2)

[lumapower]

This thread is continued from here. (http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/showthread.php?p=2050794#post2050794)




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Lumapower's info. update : 19-Mar-2007

D-Mini with TypeIII HA (photos) 19-Mar-2007

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2010.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2009.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2011.jpg

D-Mini HA with SMO reflector : USD70 (free ship)

D-Mini HA with OP. reflector : USD75 (free ship)

Paypal : sales@lumapower.com


D-Mini optional parts update : 27-Feb-2007

New 2-stages module is now ready to ship.
It is a Lo-Hi-Off bias, with housing as the singal-stage does (not a PCBA).

Cost : USD8.5 (free ship)

Best rgds.

Please Note that :

M1 XR-E and D-Mini (with smooth reflector) all all temp. out of supply.
The next avaliable stock will begins at early Mar-2007.

Our dealers will have ex-stock to handle your orders.

11-Feb-2007 dealers update :

USA : http://www.batteryjunction.com (http://www.batteryjunction.com/)
Italy : http://www.lumapower.com/berti.htm
Korea : http://www.LITEmania.com (http://www.litemania.com/)
Thailand : http://www.thaipowerlight.com (http://www.thaipowerlight.com/)
Germany: http://www.flashlightshop.de/
USA : http://www.amondotech.com/



Thanks and best rgds.

Ricky - Lumapower Team
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Product News : 27-Jan-2007

Here is a special edition of D-Mini "LP-Mini"

With Brass as raw material and coated with Nickle.
Weight : 250g net.

We only done 100pcs of this light. Some of them is reserved.
Only 60 pcs for sales.

The Special Edition included both Smooth and Flood reflectors.

Unit Price : USD138 (Include Freight Charge : EMS)

The photos below shows the LP-Mini apart with D-Mini (Black / Silver) for your reference.

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/LP-mini%2000.jpg

Thanks and best rgds.

Ricky - Lumapower Team

New member to LumaCraft series : D-mini (5-Dec-2006)

The newest Pocket Rocket from Lumapower

LumaCraft : D-Mini


http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%20dimension.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2000.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2001.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2002.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2003.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2004.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2005.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D%20mini%2006.jpg


Special Thanks to Ernsanada who help us to do this instruction. http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/images/smilies/smile.gif

This is how you change the supplied momentary on off twist on and twist off switch to the reverse clickie switch.

Inside the momentary on off twist on and off switch.

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/3944/dsc03993smallae0.jpg

Push out the switch through the rear. (I pushed on the rubber switch cover.)

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/3166/dsc03994smallrq0.jpg

There is another piece inside the switch. Note the 2 notches.

http://img302.imageshack.us/img302/4956/dsc03996smalldl5.jpg

I use a pick and put it in one of the notches. Remember righty tighty lefty loosey. Turn lefty loosey, counter-clockwise.

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/8963/dsc04000smallpq5.jpg

The plastic assembly comes out with the rubbers witch cover.

http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/6528/dsc04001smallrr2.jpg

Now you can change the black rubber switch cover to the GID or leave the black rubber switch cover in. I opted for the GID.

http://img302.imageshack.us/img302/6789/dsc04002smallwo1.jpg

Put the reverse clickie switch in. Righty tighty, turn clock-wise.

http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/526/dsc04003smalljr7.jpg

I use my pick to tighten the switch.

http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/5268/dsc04005smalley4.jpg

Now it's time to enjoy your D-Mini!

http://img302.imageshack.us/img302/8166/dsc04006smallvs1.jpg

Reference Beamshot :
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showpost.php?p=1727138&postcount=225
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showpost.php?p=1727269&postcount=226


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2-in-1 tailcap switch as DX1
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This compact size Throw-Monster will be ready to ship on 18-Dec-2006

Pre-Order now at USD58.95 (Free Ship)

We accept Paypal : sales@lumapower.com


Best Rgds.

Lumapower Team


11-Feb-2007 dealers update :

USA : http://www.batteryjunction.com (http://www.batteryjunction.com/)
Italy : http://www.lumapower.com/berti.htm
Korea : http://www.LITEmania.com (http://www.litemania.com/)
Thailand : http://www.thaipowerlight.com (http://www.thaipowerlight.com/)
Germany: http://www.flashlightshop.de/
USA : http://www.amondotech.com/



Best Rgds.

[lumapower]

Lumapower : Compact Rocket D-Mini with XR-E and more... : part 2 [04-Aug-2007]

http://www.lumapower.com/cat/dMini.jpg

D-Mini HA with SMO reflector : USD70 (free ship)

D-Mini HA with OP. reflector : USD75 (free ship)

Paypal : sales@lumapower.com

All new photos, specifications, more... will be arrange at here soon.

Best rgds.

Ricky - Lumapower Team

[lumapower]

Hi Daekar,

Do you mean Module without LED?

Please send your request to info@lumapower.com for follow up.

Best rgds.

Ricky - Lumapower Team

[Free]

I just received a D-Mini, as pictured above. I already had one of the bare silver D-Mini's that I really love. Comparing the two, with the smooth reflector in both, the Bare Silver version has a significantly better hotspot. It is much cleaner, well defined, and noticeably brighter.

My question is, could this just be random variations, or is the Bare Silver version hand selected to produce a superior beam to the regular version??

[lumapower]

Hi Free,

Thank you for supporting.

We do constant forward current to LED, but each LED carries different forward voltage which cause the variations.

Besides, color temperature, XR-E's primary optic centering...also affect brightness and hotspot.

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[Pauly_T]

Hello all, new to the forum, new to flashlights in general (only ever brought them from the local supermarket) but been following this thread for about a month.

Interested in getting this light to replace my trusty 4 d-cell maglite but have a few questions if anyone is inclined.

I read in one of the earlier posts that the d-65 production was being held up so they could be anodised with the d-mini to obtain a uniform colour. To me, this implies that there may be some "all in one" kit with all the bits and pieces (bodies, reflecters, clickies). Is this a fair assumption.

If so, how does one get on a pre-order list or whatever it may be called and does anybody have any idea on anticipated cost or when they will be available.

Also, the d-65 body, what will that add to the length of the d-mini ? I figure about 35mm.

And lastly, if I'm not pushing my luck, I notice the knurling of the normal d-mini body is raised though in the drawings from an earlier post of the d65 body, the height of the knurling is not obvious. Would it be fair to assume that the knurling will be raised the same height.

Many thanks and if this is not the right place to ask these question, sorry.

Paul

[lumapower]

Hi Pauly_T,

You don't need to place pre-order.

We have send ES out for customer's evaluation, and we will make announcement for the all-in-one packages at here.

The knurling will be raised 1mm at both side means same as original diameter as you want.

So, please wait a while.

Best regards.

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[Pauly_T]

Ricky

Thanks for the reply and I'll practice my patience though I am very keen to get ahold of an "all in one" kit.

Thanks Paul

[ernsanada]

This is the Link to the Lumapower 18650 Battery Tube. This link shows how to install the 18650 Battery Tube. http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=171753

This link shows how to install the 18650 Battery Tube.

http://img377.imageshack.us/img377/8369/d65024smallao2.jpg

[Illumination]

Yikes...great description but looks so complicated. I thought I could just unscrew one tube and screw in another.

I guess the 18650 tube is a "permanent" change...looks too complicated to change back and forth.

Too bad :(

[ernsanada]

Yikes...great description but looks so complicated. I thought I could just unscrew one tube and screw in another.

I guess the 18650 tube is a "permanent" change...looks too complicated to change back and forth.

Too bad :(


It is very easy to change. I've heard that the later versions aren't glued which would make it very easy.

All you have to do is unscrew the Cree Module from the CR123 and install in the 18650 battery tube. The only difference is the 18650 battery tube needs a spacer to make contact with the battery.

[half-watt]

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i've been using a very nicely made custom 18650 tube on my D-mini for several weeks now. very nice improvement in burntime.

it is (or was, and perhaps still is???) available from Fenix-Store.com.

nothing more involved than unscrewing the head and tailcap off of the standard CR123A D-mini tube/barrel and screwing them both onto the custom 18650 tube. Even a klutz like me could manage that!!!

personally, i still consider the D-mini w/18650 tube "pocketable", but on the upper limits of "pocketability".

of course, this assessment is coming from someone who has from time to time EDC'd a SF U2 - just to put my comments in perspective.

[Free]

I don't see the point. The advantage of the D-Mini, is that it is, well, Mini. Otherwise, I think one should get the MRV, which is absolutely beautiful. :)

[half-watt]

I don't see the point. The advantage of the D-Mini, is that it is, well, Mini. Otherwise, I think one should get the MRV, which is absolutely beautiful. :)


all true.


however, there just might be a compelling reason for some to do so.

1. smaller size of D-mini vs. MRV might just fit the bill for some (an EDC???).

2. i haven't seen any numbers to verify the following, but given the lower light output of the D-mini v. MRV, it just might(???) be true: perhaps??? a tad longer burntime from the D-mini with 18650 than the MRV with 18650. if this is true, it might form a compelling reason for some users.

3. lastly, and perhaps most importantly for a percentage of the CPF/CPFMP segment, less cash outlay to upgrade the D-mini to 18650 than it would be to purchase an entire new MRV when one already owns a D-mini.

just a few thoughts. YMMV, and it sounds like it does.

[Luckybobo]

Thanks Ricky very much. I got my D-65 tube ES sample. I have a few comments to this ES tube.

I followed Ricky’s direction to screw in the spacer and the D-mini didn’t light up. Finally, I had to remove the LED module rubber washer in order to be able to make contact. I don’t understand why it needs the spacer. The only reason I can think of is the tube was manufactured in the wrong specification. It seems the tube was made too long and it needs the spacer to make contact. I hope the production one will not need any spacer. The spacer increase unnecessary length.

Other than that, I really love the tube. It surely increase the run time and still is pocketable.

I like the D-mini with the D-65 tube more than my MRV. MRV is too heavy and bulky compare to the D-mini with D-65 tube. For me the MRV has very limit use.

Of course this is only my own opinion. All products from Lumapower are high quality and I love them all.

[lumapower]

Hi Luckybobo,

The extra screw-in pieces are necessary to handle all types 18650 batteries even flat tops.

Please note that others without the above design did not have these features.

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[taiji]

1 Q5 Light engine for my D-mini please..

[Cuso]

1 Q5 Light engine for my D-mini please..
Hmm this is a nice idea, can it be done ???

[Daekar]

Hmm this is a nice idea, can it be done ???

With a little soldering, yes - you'd have to put the emitter on the engine yourself. I don't think it's necessarily appropriate to discuss this in this particular thread though, you may want to PM Ricky if you're interested in getting a "blank" D-mini or light engine. I'd rather encourage people to buy the "new" version they're going to release, to make sure that LP's devotion to constant improvement is rewarded.

[Cuso]

With a little soldering, yes - you'd have to put the emitter on the engine yourself. I don't think it's necessarily appropriate to discuss this in this particular thread though, you may want to PM Ricky if you're interested in getting a "blank" D-mini or light engine. I'd rather encourage people to buy the "new" version they're going to release, to make sure that LP's devotion to constant improvement is rewarded.
I didnt know a new ( Q5?) version was in the works. IM still aching for that 18650 body to match my silver D.

[Daekar]

I didnt know a new ( Q5?) version was in the works. IM still aching for that 18650 body to match my silver D.

As I understand it, updated LP lights are in the works now. The M1-R is the update of the M1 Hunter, and other lights should follow. Don't ask about emitter binning because Ricky can't tell us, but he did mention that they were taking into account both efficiency and tint. That leads me to believe they'll use either a Q2 or Q4, but I have nothing to back that up with. The body tube will probably be available a la carte or in a package. My guess is, eventually you'll probably be able to buy a D-mini w/18650 body tube, OP reflector, and tactical forward clicky.

[Cuso]

As I understand it, updated LP lights are in the works now. The M1-R is the update of the M1 Hunter, and other lights should follow. Don't ask about emitter binning because Ricky can't tell us, but he did mention that they were taking into account both efficiency and tint. That leads me to believe they'll use either a Q2 or Q4, but I have nothing to back that up with. The body tube will probably be available a la carte or in a package. My guess is, eventually you'll probably be able to buy a D-mini w/18650 body tube, OP reflector, and tactical forward clicky.
Thanks a lot for the info bro!!! :thumbsup:

[lumapower]

Hi friends,

Thanks for most supports, new production batch of D-Mini will be completed at 20-Sep-2007. Our dealers will rec'd it very soon.

And sure we do it with update and upgrade too.

3 weeks to go, just a while after M1-R.

BTW, we also offer upgrade module and D-65 at the same time.

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[Kilovolt]

And what about this rumor here ?

http://candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=173442


:thinking:

:popcorn:

:devil:

[lumapower]

Hi Kilovolt,

We are very busy doing restructuring, planning, new products and upgrades, documents and ordering systems.

We are working at top speed and please keep patience.

As all effort put to deal with flashlights and cannot concern ourselves with rumors.

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[Cuso]

Hi friends,

Thanks for most supports, new production batch of D-Mini will be completed at 20-Sep-2007. Our dealers will rec'd it very soon.

And sure we do it with update and upgrade too.

3 weeks to go, just a while after M1-R.

BTW, we also offer upgrade module and D-65 at the same time.

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CSSo an upgrade module will be available!! Sweet...Cant wait:thumbsup:

[lumapower]

D-65 power extender update : 5-Sep-2007

All D-65 are now avaliable to ship.

Package include : D-65 battery tube, spare o-rings, battery-top cover and contact spring.

Please note that we do it with battery cover and contact spring to fit for most type of 18650 (even flat-head)

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D-65/D6501.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D-65/D6502.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D-65/D65HA01.jpg

http://www.lumapower.com/Images/D%20mini/D-65/D65HA02.jpg

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[Cuso]

Silver version??

[lumapower]

Hi Cuso,

We done all for Black and TypeIII HA for 1st batch, will do it 2 weeks later.

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[Shinta]

Hi Ricky

I got D-65 HA III Natural version.
I tried to use it, but it does not fit to my D-mini.
# I have D-mini Black & Natural one each.

ES version does fit perfectly to both.
# c.f. http://file.shinta3.blog.shinobi.jp/IMG_2851.JPG

Did you change screw pitch ?

Anyway I can't use D-65 product version :sigh:

(edit, add pics)
Too tight, I can't attach. ES version fits good.

http://img454.imageshack.us/img454/778/img2902rs2.jpg
http://img454.imageshack.us/img454/2435/img2903dx1.jpg
http://img454.imageshack.us/img454/1091/img2904mk8.jpg

Regards,

[lumapower]

Hi Shinta,

Sorry for your issue, I assume it is tolerance issue.

Will send replacement to you on Monday.

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[ernsanada]

Ricky,

Thanks for the help with the D-65 Battery Tube.

http://img519.imageshack.us/img519/4087/d65001smallzq1.jpg

[Shinta]

Hi Ricky

Thanks for correcting of my issue


He had replaced all my D-mini HA (except LED module)

http://file.shinta3.blog.shinobi.jp/IMG_3196_R.jpg

Anyway I found that screw pitch of 1st batch is different from current version.
D-65 can't fit with my old black D-mini (in above picture).
But it will be OK.
'Cause I have D-65 ES ;-)

# To old D-mini's owner:
# Be careful for using D-65

[lumapower]

Hi Shinta,

Thanks for beautiful pictures, we have revised all D-65's thread now.

All D-65 can fit with different production batch of D-Mini now.

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[javafool]

Hi Ricky,

How much for a D-65 HA-III natural battery tube shipped to US?

Thank you,
Terry

I finally found the price in an old thread. Is $38 still the price for the D-65 18650 tube?

[lumapower]

Hi javafool,

Yes, the price of D-65 is USD38 (free ship).

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS

[supes]

Is the D-65 extender not being sold by dealers? Is it only a manufacturer deal?

[MattK]

Not at all - we simply hadn't decided to carry them until recently - they're now en route due to popular demand. :)

[MattK]

Due to popular deman, D-65 Battery tubes are now in stock in HAIII. :)

LINK: http://www.batteryjunction.com/d65-lumapower-acc.html

[javafool]

Hi Ricky, I received the D-65 battery tube today and the package included a black spacer and o-rings. Is the black spacer supposed to have a metal contact in the center to extend the contact? Mine does not and it was not in the package.

If there is supposed to be a contact, it could be shipped with my Avenger if it hasn't shipped yet.

Thanks,
Terril

[lumapower]

Hi javafool,

We ship all D-65 with a contact spring but not a metal stick.
Please check and email me if you cannot find it.

BTW, your Avenger already sent yesterday, we will issue tracking reference to each customer.

Best regards,

Ricky - Lumapower CS