ThruNite Catapult SST-50 Thrower come back

ThruNite · #1 10-01-2009, 07:27 PM

ThruNite designs and manufactures their flashlight in Hong Kong, employing its own designers and utilizing its in-house CNC lathes. The company strives to produce the most sophisticated LED flashlights possible, while offering outstanding value through competitive pricing.

ThruNitelights are designed to be more useable by those in need of a high quality illumination tool, more practical than the current ones on the market, and more versatile. The lights are innovatively designed with the consumer’s needs foremost in mind. The company strives to use the best, most up-to-date manufacturing techniques to produce its lights, also.

The Catapult features: an advanced microprocessor for adjustable brightness and regulated by 2 18650., an efficient parabolic reflector, and a double-sided multilayer antireflective coated lens. The Catapult’s ergonomic design enables it to be used for extended periods of time, while providing an anti-slip surface and grip design to lessen any chance of dropping the light.

Features:
World-class super bright Luminus SST-50—with the highest flux bin produced
Maximum of 900 lumens on high
Maximum of 40 hours of runtime on super-low
Advanced PIC provides two modes, including a user-selectable low-level output
Memory mode for last output level used, with four-second separation time between clicks
Cutting-edge reverse polarity protection
Operating voltage between 2.7V to 8.4V
Super-low = 200mA; High = 2.8A
Type III hard anodized 7075AL for durability and wear resistance
Length: 185mm; Head diameter: 58mm; Body diameter: 31mm; Weight: 390g. (Extended tube excluded)
Tactical momentary-on twist for constant on.
IPx-8 standard waterproof
There is a black silicone tail cap as well.
Tail cap design allows the light to tail stand
Anti-shatter ultra clear lens with double-sided multilayer AR coating
54mm smooth reflector for throw, or OP reflector for a smooth, diffused beam

BATTERY OPTIONS
2*CR123A / 2*RCR123A / 2 x 16340 / 1x 18650 / 1 x 17670. 2*18650 2*17670.

Note: Do not load 4CR123 or 4*16340 batteries in the extended battery tube. Doing so would exceed the maximum input voltage level of the driver.

Voltage cut-off occurs at 2.7V to protect rechargeable batteries. It will flash at 5.2V to mention the battery low for two Rechargeable batteries.

USER INTERFACE

High middle low and Strobe without memo function.

There are 5 Advantages technique to the ThruNite Catapult:

1- LED - We are using the revolutionary cutting -edge SST-50 LED for extreme brightness -- without artifacts/discrepancies in the beam. We at ThruNite provide you the newest, and the best!

2- Lens - We use ultra clear lens based glass to ensure effective transmission with the addition of double side multilayer AR coatings to ensure maximum light transmission and efficiency. This results in a 98.5% transmittance rating.

3- Reflector - Our optimized OP and SMO reflectors allow you to choose between maximum throw, and a balanced beam of both. They are designed to automotive standards, a parabolic reflector. This design is often used in car lamps in the industry. You can't go wrong with either. Use the one perfect for your application.

4- Driver - We use high quality components in our driver to provide an excellent full featured User Interface, all the while provide roughly 90% efficiency.

5- Design - The light is built as a rugged, high quality tool to suit your needs for many years. It is very ergonomic -- The Catapult is designed with you in mind! We take all suggestions seriously, and have adapted the light to fit the consumer.

Suggest retail pricing:149usd.

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positive contact

Body and Thread

Electronic part

REviews:
http://www.light-reviews.com/thrunite_catapult/

We are looking for quality dealers and distributors worldwide.

You can current purchase from below:

www.batteryjunction.com
www.lighthound.com
www.flashlightconnection.com
www.ktl-store.com
www.qualityflashlights.at/
www.LEdfire.co.uk
www.neolumen.fr
www.bam-boo.cc/
superfonarik.ru

Sgt. LED · #2 10-01-2009, 07:32 PM

OK, how much!

EDIT!: AH I see. I posted before you were finished.

csshih · #3 10-01-2009, 08:33 PM

fully regulated on 2x18650s!

Sgt. LED · #4 10-01-2009, 08:42 PM

How do we pay?

MyTime · #5 10-02-2009, 12:30 AM

is there any introduction price for CPF?

oklalawman · #6 10-02-2009, 12:55 AM

900 lumens at 2.8 amps??? I thoughthe sst-50 had to be drive harder for those lumens .

ThruNite · #7 10-02-2009, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oklalawman

900 lumens at 2.8 amps??? I thoughthe sst-50 had to be drive harder for those lumens .

Yes. 2.8A 900lumens, our high efficiency circuits get it become true.

I appreciate it very much!

chef4850 · #8 10-02-2009, 03:59 AM

is this light avaiable yet and where can you purchase it?

Chef

ThruNite · #9 10-02-2009, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chef4850

is this light avaiable yet and where can you purchase it?

Chef

Yes, They are avialable already. You can purchase from our dealers. we'll start shipout on 5th. so ,please kindly wait for moment.

ThruNite

icaruz · #10 10-02-2009, 04:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MyTime

is there any introduction price for CPF?

+1

chef4850 · #11 10-02-2009, 04:45 AM

i see that they are avaiable from your distributors but who are they? I can not find any info where to order.

Chef

MattK · #12 10-02-2009, 07:09 AM

We'll have an order link up within days - maybe even today if we can find the time!

divine · #13 10-02-2009, 07:23 AM

It looks pretty nice. Thanks!

I'm curious to see the real world beamshots.

Sgt. LED · #14 10-02-2009, 08:01 AM

It needs a shootout VS the RRT-1 ASAP!

Due to the huge output it could possibly win.

arek98 · #15 10-02-2009, 09:54 AM

How waterproof is it?
Silicone o-rings suggest that at least splash/rain proof.
Can it be submerged at least up to 1m?

ThruNite · #16 10-02-2009, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arek98

How waterproof is it?
Silicone o-rings suggest that at least splash/rain proof.
Can it be submerged at least up to 1m?

Ipx-8 standard

arek98 · #17 10-02-2009, 11:08 AM

Nice, thank you.

flash_25296 · #18 10-02-2009, 07:59 PM

Can you comment on which 18650's were used in your testing? Also is that the current draw from the batteries or at the emitter?

How warm is the light when run with one battery vs two batteries?

Do both reflectors come with the light for $149?

It looks like a very nice light, well done!

ThruNite · #19 10-02-2009, 09:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flash_25296

Can you comment on which 18650's were used in your testing? Also is that the current draw from the batteries or at the emitter?

How warm is the light when run with one battery vs two batteries?

Do both reflectors come with the light for $149?

It looks like a very nice light, well done!

Thanks for your appreciation.The light do with smooth reflector, Op is option. you can choose.

it is LED current ,not battery. we test use 2200MAH.

sfca · #20 10-03-2009, 11:15 AM

[Tactical Mode
Tactical: High & Strobe
To choose the other level in either Tactical Mode or Civilian Mode:
Double click, within three seconds]

Am I correct? Is this Eagletac's much ballyhooed strobe activation?

richardcpf · #21 10-04-2009, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sfca

[Tactical Mode
Tactical: High & Strobe
To choose the other level in either Tactical Mode or Civilian Mode:
Double click, within three seconds]

Am I correct? Is this Eagletac's much ballyhooed strobe activation?

I dont think so...

Eagletac strobes activated with 1 click (off and on), this requires 2 (on off twice). But 3 seconds is still too long. make it 1. And if you dont want strobe just switch to civilian mode, you will be switched to low instead. Great.

The catapult looks nice, but I would like to see a more detailed and complete 2x18650 runtime graph. As for the 1x18650 runtime, seems to be pretty efficient.

ThruNite · #22 10-09-2009, 11:12 PM

new review

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/....php?p=3115766

csshih · #23 10-09-2009, 11:16 PM

yes indeed, thank you for announcing it for me, thrunite!

ma_sha1 · #24 10-10-2009, 11:20 AM

Very nice!

TRU Nite, Your post started with:

"World-class super bright Luminus SST-50—with the highest flux bin produced"

Another post from you stated the bin is:
LuminusSST-50-W65S-R21-GH100
http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/sho...d.php?t=199671

I though that the Higest flux bin is J bin, not H bin?

Could you clarify what bin is it exactly?

Will you be able to increase the current later on?
2.8A seems conservative.

Also, I assume 2.8A when using 2x18650,
what if using 1x18650? Would the current be less?

Thanks & looks like great light!

Pikom · #25 10-10-2009, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MyTime

is there any introduction price for CPF?

+1

ThruNite · #26 10-10-2009, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ma_sha1

Very nice!

TRU Nite, Your post started with:

"World-class super bright Luminus SST-50—with the highest flux bin produced"

Another post from you stated the bin is:
LuminusSST-50-W65S-R21-GH100
http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/sho...d.php?t=199671

I though that the Higest flux bin is J bin, not H bin?

Could you clarify what bin is it exactly?

Will you be able to increase the current later on?
2.8A seems conservative.

Also, I assume 2.8A when using 2x18650,
what if using 1x18650? Would the current be less?

Thanks & looks like great light!

Thanks for your queries. consider the hotsink, we choose the 2.8 is a better choice. since the higher. most of them become heat. affect the effect

Burgess · #27 10-10-2009, 07:53 PM

to ThruNite --

Any chance you'd consider making a One-Piece tube for 2x18650 ?

With that nice, grippy knurling, please.

Thank you.

ThruNite · #28 10-10-2009, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burgess

to ThruNite --

Any chance you'd consider making a One-Piece tube for 2x18650 ?

With that nice, grippy knurling, please.

Thank you.

since the light can be operated by 2Cr123A with same brightness as 2 18650

That's why!

Niteowl · #29 10-10-2009, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burgess

to ThruNite --

Any chance you'd consider making a One-Piece tube for 2x18650 ?

With that nice, grippy knurling, please.

Thank you.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThruNite

since the light can be operated by 2Cr123A with same brightness as 2 18650

That's why!

I believe Burgess would rather have a one-piece tube to hold two 18650s rather than have to add an extension.

A one-piece 2x18650 tube with that "nice, grippy knurling," would be preferable to me also.

I have absolutely no interest in using a light such as the "Catapult SST-50 Thrower" with 2xCr123A cells.

I like the longer run-time of two 18650s and the feel of a solid, one-piece tube. I also think it would look great with that "nice, grippy knurling," running the entire length.

Please consider making a one-piece 2x18650 tube for the "Catapult SST-50 Thrower".

ichoderso · #30 10-10-2009, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Niteowl

Please consider making a one-piece 2x18650 tube for the "Catapult SST-50 Thrower".

and a 2x18500 tube