Lumapower Incendio V3 with Cree XP-G R5

[Lumalee]

Just a quick look at the new Incedio V3 from Lumapower. Not strictly a review but more of a hands on look at the light.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pabP9e3x66Y

[d13avo]

Great vid Lee :biggthump , I'm only running CR123A's in mine at the mo until I get the 16340's but I'm well impressed, super bright little flashlight and I love it. Big thank you to Rich who recommended this little beauty :happy14:.

[Nice65]

That was good Lee, glad you like the Incendio enough to do a review. I can see mine being EDC for the foreseeable future too, definitely a little gem of a torch.

The tweezers are for undoing the tailcap to swap the clip for the lanyard ring, you stick the points in and unscrew. Another nice touch from Lumapower along with the diffuser and foam tape.

[wheelie1000]

Thanks Lumalee for the review. Looking forward to receiving mine. Thanks Rich for the original recommendation. I want to get the max output level so I need to get a 16340 battery...is that the sort of thing you can get at Maplins? The only charger I have is the one for my Lummi wee but I'm guessing that won't work for the 16340?

Any tips appreciated.

[Lumalee]

There are many stores offering these batts wheelie, but try Rob at www.thephotonshop.co.uk (http://www.thephotonshop.co.uk) or Anthony at Flashaholics.co.uk (http://www.Flashaholics.co.uk) the simplest charger and one of the best is the WF138, about £15 I think and 16340's are about £12 per pair for the AW protected ones, bit pricey but awesome output and last for ages. Hope that helps

[wheelie1000]

There are many stores offering these batts wheelie, but try Rob at www.thephotonshop.co.uk (http://www.thephotonshop.co.uk) or Anthony at Flashaholics.co.uk (http://www.Flashaholics.co.uk) the simplest charger and one of the best is the WF138, about £15 I think and 16340's are about £12 per pair for the AW protected ones, bit pricey but awesome output and last for ages. Hope that helps

Thanks for that, much appreciated. Would this (http://airsoft-club.com/shop/batteries-bbs/general-use-battery/ultrafire-2-pcs-3-6v-880mah-16340-protected-batterycharger) work do you think? Would these 'larger batteries' fit OK?

[Nice65]

I've probably got a spare WF138 charger if to want it. It'll have a foreign plug so you'll need a shaver plug to adapt it.

Tbh your best bet would be to get a WF139 that can charge all sizes. Your flashaholism isn't just going to go away you know!

[wheelie1000]

I've probably got a spare WF138 charger if to want it. It'll have a foreign plug so you'll need a shaver plug to adapt it.

Tbh your best bet would be to get a WF139 that can charge all sizes. Your flashaholism isn't just going to go away you know!

...Thanks Rich you're right I think. Bloody BB !!! I joined owning 1 penknife 1 crappy maglite no decent jacket, an old army sleeping bag etc etc and that was back in May 09 only. I'm now ready for deployment anywhere almost and I'm not even in the services. This is like one giant kit addicts support group...heeeeeelp !

[fluffy]

...Thanks Rich you're right I think. Bloody BB !!! I joined owning 1 penknife 1 crappy maglite no decent jacket, an old army sleeping bag etc etc and that was back in May 09 only. I'm now ready for deployment anywhere almost and I'm not even in the services. This is like one giant kit addicts support group...heeeeeelp !

You say this as though there was a problem... :D

[wheelie1000]

You say this as though there was a problem... :D

I love it really !

[tx101]

Great review Lumalee :biggthump

Do they do a neutral version ?


EDIT ..... first dibs on the Olight T10 is you ever decide to sell it :D
BTW would I be right in thinking that it is the older Q5 version ?

[j3bnl]

Nice one Lee.
I love this light and recommend it to anyone.
White wall shining whats that all about???:lol::]

[tx101]

Nice one Lee.
I love this light and recommend it to anyone.
White wall shining whats that all about???:lol::]


To admire the geometry of the beam :S ... ;) ... :P:P:P

[Lumalee]

LOL Brian, white walling gotta love it eh ?
TX101, yeah the T10 is the first run which did have the Q5 emitter, great beam geometery and tint, and most certainly you can have first dibs. Like many collectors/users the good older lights seem to get used less and less, but after doing the vid I have put the T10 in the glove box of the truck and seeing as the nights are drawing in now (yaaaaay) it may get some use.

Hey Wheelie, I left CPF after 4 years and £4k on lights n gear, thinned my stuff out and now after being on here and active for a couple of years I am back to bloody Sq1, got kit and gear all over the place and most of it doesnt get used, but you just have to have it..... welcome to BB !

[j3bnl]

To admire the geometry of the beam :S ... ;) ... :P:P:P

Oh yes!!!


LOL Brian, white walling gotta love it eh ?


I never thought I would see the day that you would be a white wall shiner!!! :lol:

[tx101]

The T10 beam in the video reminds me of a LED Tower in a Surefire Turbo Head :biggthump:

Oh, BTW, I just snagged a T10 over at CPF :banana::naughty:

[j3bnl]

To admire the geometry of the beam :S ... ;) ... :P:P:P


LOL Brian, white walling gotta love it eh ?
TX101, yeah the T10 is the first run which did have the Q5 emitter, great beam geometery and tint, and most certainly you can have first dibs. Like many collectors/users the good older lights seem to get used less and less, but after doing the vid I have put the T10 in the glove box of the truck and seeing as the nights are drawing in now (yaaaaay) it may get some use.

Hey Wheelie, I left CPF after 4 years and £4k on lights n gear, thinned my stuff out and now after being on here and active for a couple of years I am back to bloody Sq1, got kit and gear all over the place and most of it doesnt get used, but you just have to have it..... welcome to BB !




Oh, BTW, I just snagged a T10 over at CPF :banana::naughty:

I saw that, nice catch indeed.
I had one of these T10's but lost it when I was under the influence!!

[wheelie1000]

My V3+ finally arrived today and it's v good and a great handy size. I want to order rechargeable batteries and am not sure which is best 16340's or 123's?

[j3bnl]

My V3+ finally arrived today and it's v good and a great handy size. I want to order rechargeable batteries and am not sure which is best 16340's or 123's?

These are the ones I would recommend :-

http://i56.tinypic.com/oqwvo7.jpg

Available in pairs from here :- http://www.ledfiretorches.co.uk/aw-r123-rechargeable-lithium-batteries.html

or here :- http://www.flashaholics.co.uk/batteries/aw-rcr123a.html

[Lumalee]

+1 on that too Brian

[wheelie1000]

Have ordered the batts thanks Rich lumalee and j3bnl for all your advice

[Lumalee]

No Probs, ;)

[tx101]

Im so weak :(

Just place an order for one :D

[Lumalee]

:D:D:D:D
To be honest we knew you would ;) did you order the turbo head for it TX ?

[MushiSushi]

OK gonna have to go for one of these, now, ... thanks, you :censored:s :D;)

so if Heinnie says it gets 350 from a single RCR123

what does putting a 16340 do? 8)

[Lumalee]

The Incendio put out approx 300 lumens when using 16340 cells and about 260 when using primary 123's.

[NoFair]

OK gonna have to go for one of these, now, ... thanks, you :censored:s :D;)

so if Heinnie says it gets 350 from a single RCR123

what does putting a 16340 do? 8)

16340 is just the correct name for a RCR123 ;)

[earthman]

16340 is just the correct name for a RCR123 ;)

Thanks for that, something else I've learned today.:)

I notice that they don't all have the same mah capacity though, is that going to make much difference? The one's that everyone recommends on Ledfiretorches are probably the lowest at 750, I've seen others rated at a 1000mah.

[Lumalee]

Naaaah, ICR123 or 16340 is 3.7v normally and same size as CR123 primary, RCR123 is only 3v and same size as CR123, mah will affect runtime only and not brightness, think of mah as the capacity of the fuel tank. The reason you get more lumens out of 16340 is because of the higher voltage driving the LED harder. Both cells are lithium chemistry and rechargeable just different voltage. Be aware that now most manufacturers do quote the voltagespan of a light, for example the THrunites are 3-9v for instance, the Lumapower Trust 2 is an unbelievable 0-12v, most of the surefire single cell lights are quite strict on voltage tolerane and only like 3v preferably via primaries.

RE: Mah capacities, its a bit like some light manufacturers who say their lights have 1000 lumens output, when in reality its probably about 750 lumens, particularly some of the cheap Chinese makers, whereas normally when say Surefire say the output is 100 lumens its almost spot on target, so to get back to those batteries AW cells are regarded as the best out there and the 750Mah is almost bang on, where as the Tenergy at 1000Mah are more likely about 600Mah. HTH

[NoFair]

Naaaah, ICR123 or 16340 is 3.7v normally and same size as CR123 primary, RCR123 is only 3v and same size as CR123, mah will affect runtime only and not brightness, think of mah as the capacity of the fuel tank. The reason you get more lumens out of 16340 is because of the higher voltage driving the LED harder. Both cells are lithium chemistry and rechargeable just different voltage. Be aware that now most manufacturers do quote the voltagespan of a light, for example the THrunites are 3-9v for instance, the Lumapower Trust 2 is an unbelievable 0-12v, most of the surefire single cell lights are quite strict on voltage tolerane and only like 3v preferably via primaries.


A 16340 is just a cr123 sized cell (16mm in diameter, 34mm long and the 0 means it is a round). To be correct the battery chemistry has to be specified as well. Lots of 3.7V 16340s are sold as RCR123 so unless they specifically state that it is either a 3.0V regulated cell or LiFePO4.

[MushiSushi]

it's only a battery, boys, let's all have a cup of tea and some biscuits :)

[NoFair]

it's only a battery, boys, let's all have a cup of tea and some biscuits :)

:D:happy23: since it's a Friday:P

[Lumalee]

Dont like T and biscuits :yuck: can we have Vodka and fresh fruit instead ?

My reply was in context by the way, not many flashlight users/sellers have indulged on LiFePO4 A123's due to the quite low Mah ratings, normally 550Mah, even the Tenergy ones are bumped at 750 but are closer to 550.
The most common used and sold celles here in UK are Cr123 3v (allsorts of brands), RCR123 3v (mainly Tenergy like Rob sells at Ledfire) and the 16340/ICR123 3.7v as they are colloquially known (mainly AW branded).

Just check the voltage requiements of your light especially the upper limit.

When I originally did this mini review on the Incendio V3 I used all three types of cells for my runtime and output tests. The differences were huge on all fronts, but needless to say my Tenergy RCR123's are now just for the Surefire E1B, everything else I have will tolerate 3.7v and multiples of, even some of my 18650 based lights that will tolerate 7.4v are now run on 2x16340 cells, the endurance of these cells are amazing.

Now wheres the ice and tall glass, it is FFFFFriday.

[earthman]

Naaaah, ICR123 or 16340 is 3.7v normally and same size as CR123 primary, RCR123 is only 3v and same size as CR123, mah will affect runtime only and not brightness, think of mah as the capacity of the fuel tank. The reason you get more lumens out of 16340 is because of the higher voltage driving the LED harder. Both cells are lithium chemistry and rechargeable just different voltage. Be aware that now most manufacturers do quote the voltagespan of a light, for example the THrunites are 3-9v for instance, the Lumapower Trust 2 is an unbelievable 0-12v, most of the surefire single cell lights are quite strict on voltage tolerane and only like 3v preferably via primaries.

RE: Mah capacities, its a bit like some light manufacturers who say their lights have 1000 lumens output, when in reality its probably about 750 lumens, particularly some of the cheap Chinese makers, whereas normally when say Surefire say the output is 100 lumens its almost spot on target, so to get back to those batteries AW cells are regarded as the best out there and the 750Mah is almost bang on, where as the Tenergy at 1000Mah are more likely about 600Mah. HTH

Thanks for all that, just wondering how they measure Mah and how comes the AW's are spot on when the others are way off???

[Lumalee]

To measure Mah you need a meter (ammeter) capable of measuring current, you need something to fairly well load the cell like a bulb and you measure the current drawn whilst the cell is under load by lighting the bulb and measure this over a fixed time. Hence Mah is milliamps per hour this is a measure of how much power the cell can give you.
Without wanting to sound fecetious and to put it in another way, let's say you have a water tank, and you don't know the capacity, and you want to calculate the capacity, you have a meter which measures the gallons per second of water flow. If you connect this meter to the water tank, it won't tell you "Oh, this tank holds 400 gallons" it only tells you how much water is coming out of the tank. So if you fill the tank to the top and then empty it and you have 1.5 gallons per second coming out of the tank for 100 seconds, you can reasonably deduce that the tank holds 150 gallons, but there is no meter that you could connect that would say this tank holds 150 gallons.

The fluctuations in rated/actual Mah is mainly due to manufacturing processes, the better quality components you put in the better the resulting output is, and the cheaper Chinese cells are normally marketed as being quite high but when actually in use they are under the stated capacity.

[earthman]

Of course, an amp meter, silly me, my multimeter does have that setting, I've never used it. The instructions are not clear for that, would I be right in saying that you connect the probes in series? So in the case of a 'normal' cylindrical torch where the body is used as connection how can you do that???

I assumed that battery manufacturers had another way of testing for amps, that I assumed would be accurate, I'm surprised that the likes of trading standards etc haven't told them to use 'up to' figures like our broadband providers do, otherwise it's kind of misleading the public.:(

[Lumalee]

You are right you must connect the meter in series by breaking into the circuit to take your measurement, this will of course vary depending on which light you are going to use for your measurement. An AC/DC clamp meter would make it a little easier but the ac/dc ones with a resolution of 10ma or less are quite expensive.

[Croyde]

Nice review Lee :)

I see that they have made a few changes to the light, calling it the V3 Plus:

1st : Circuit retainer upgrade make it more reliable.
- Larger size of brass in contact between circuit and battery tube which means better heat management.

2nd : All new Pocket Clip with bettter strength and bending angle, which make it more useable.

3rd : All new Lanyard Ring in stainless steel.

4th : Improvement on tail retainer, which improves the ability of water resistance.

5th : Anti-shock epoxy on major components of the circuit.

For about £40 this looks to be a very good EDC light and with Christmas being around the corner I may just have to place an order in the coming weeks. Just a shame that there is not a neutral/warm option for the LED.

[Lumalee]

Hey Croyde, Nice to hear from you buddy, dont think we chatted since my CPF days, I do venture on occasionally these days but I dont care for the layout changes and commercial stuff, plus I blew too much money on Wiseleds and was about to push the button on a Polarion then came to my senses, ;)

Nevertheless, once a flashaholic always I suppose but on here I can control my urges to buy, buy and buy more, :D

The Incendio is a cracking little light for the money and who could ask for more than 300 otf on a light of that size and cost. The V3 + version should be with me Monday so we will see the improvements first hand and then I will do a comparison video mini review.
I really like Ricky's stuff at the moment, must say and the Trust 2 that I am running a passaround on looks and sounds incredible, approx 350 lumens otf for 3 hrs, wow !
Having said that I am just working with Thrunite on some new pocket lights and the new AA EDC from them is going to be a cracker too and should be ready in about 4 weeks.
Nice to see you about pal, best regards
Lee

[templogin]

Nice review. Thanks. I thought long and hard about one of these, and kept coming back to them, but in the end I decided to stick with AA batteried torches. I have this awful feeling that I will spend a long time regreting my decision though!

[ClintC]

Was hoping to get my new toy on Friday with the 5 day delivery time, but sadly not:-(.

As Lee has already said, let's hope it is here with us on Monday as I can barely wait to get my hands on it!!!

[Croyde]

Thanks Lee, I look forward to seeing what you make of the V3 + when it arrives.

[earthman]

Naaaah, ICR123 or 16340 is 3.7v normally and same size as CR123 primary, RCR123 is only 3v and same size as CR123, mah will affect runtime only and not brightness


In the case of the Incendio, how can another .7V make the torch put out another 150 lumens? You would have thought the voltage increase would have to be a lot more than that???

[Lumalee]

Earthman: The quoted output on Heinnes site is 350 lumens, this figure refers to emitter lumens ie amount of lumens at the emitter under optimal/laboratory circumstances, the actual real world out the front lumen count is approx 300 using a 3.7v rechargeable cell and approx 260 lumens uing a 3v primary cell. The difference being approx 40 lumens. HTH

[MushiSushi]

Naaaah, ICR123 or 16340 is 3.7v normally and same size as CR123 primary, RCR123 is only 3v and same size as CR123,

According to Flashaholics

http://www.flashaholics.co.uk/batteries/lithium-rechargeable-batteries.html

they refer to both 3.0V & 3.7V interchangeably as either 16340 or RCR123 with no discernable difference?

[Lumalee]

Anthony can list his products however he likes, who am I to argue ? But he doesnt mention 16340 at all, and given the original question and the context it was in I think the 16340/RCR123 debate has now been exhausted. Some lights can handle higher voltages than others some cant, so check which light you are going to buy and what its capabilities are and buy batteries and charger to suit, simple.

Now given that this is a thread about the Incendio V3 and some to be added about the V3+ very shortly we need to get back on topic please.

[pippyd]

Has anyone tried the turbo head for the V3/V3+ I'm looking for beam shots to see how much it differs from the standard head.

Does anyone know if the GT package with Turbo head and 18650 body available to buy yet?

I have plenty of spare 18650s so this will be a good option for me for certain tasks.

[ClintC]

What is this Turbo head that everyone talks about:S?

[pippyd]

What is this Turbo head that everyone talks about:S?

http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/showthread.php?239884-GT-Upgrade-Kit-for-IncenDio-V3-24-Oct-2010&p=2568291#post2568291

Though I've not seen a beam shot or proper review yet to establish if it's worth buying....

[Lumalee]

Hi PippyD,
Yes the turbo head is available to order, but you just have to email Ricky on sales@lumapower.com and he will send you a PP invoice then ship it. The turbo head gives a nice tight beam with great throw, but still with a liitle side spill, I am aiming to do the video review/photos this weekend providing we have no call outs (weather to blame). I will post in the review thread already up there for the V3.

[pippyd]

Look forward to it :) Though the chance of me being able to wait that long before crumbling in to temptation is low..... :D


Hi PippyD,
Yes the turbo head is available to order, but you just have to email Ricky on sales@lumapower.com and he will send you a PP invoice then ship it. The turbo head gives a nice tight beam with great throw, but still with a liitle side spill, I am aiming to do the video review/photos this weekend providing we have no call outs (weather to blame). I will post in the review thread already up there for the V3.

[Quickbeam]

On the strength of your recommendations I've bought an Incendio and an upgrade kit. I just need to buy a charger and some cells. At the moment the only other torch I have is a Fenix P2D. Any advice on what to buy would gratefully received.

Nick

[tx101]

Go over to CPFMarketplace, look in the dealers section for AW's battery sales thread (Part 12)
Get the batteries and the w139 charger from him

[tx101]

Just received my v3+ and I have to say, its a nice little EDC torch
A lot smaller than I thought. Simple UI, four output levels with a memory
function. Well put together with nice anodizing and clean threads
Reasonable quality beam (Im being super-anal now :D ) when compared
to my modded Novatac and Ra Clicky (but they are considerably more expensive)
Output to my eyes is around 200 to 250 lumens which IMHO is more than enough
for a small EDC torch

Surprised at the number of accessories that came with the torch (eat your heart out
Surefire :P ) I especially liked the lanyard ring which is installed instead of the clip
which gives a more comfortable hold

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w176/wytx101/P1000441.jpg

I tend to hold my small EDCs with a "cigar" grip and the monkey fist
(thanks Essexman) gives me a more secure grip on the little torch

Overall, to use an Americanism, a great bang for the buck :D

[pippyd]

Look forward to it :) Though the chance of me being able to wait that long before crumbling in to temptation is low..... :D I didn't last long... paypal gone for the GT kit. Now someone review one so I know I've done the right thing ;)

[Lumalee]

On the strength of your recommendations I've bought an Incendio and an upgrade kit. I just need to buy a charger and some cells. At the moment the only other torch I have is a Fenix P2D. Any advice on what to buy would gratefully received.

Nick

Follow TX's advice, the AW 16340 3.7v with a WF139 and spacers, I think most suppliers send the 139 out with spacers included these days, however if you want them in a hurry go www.ledfiretorches.co.uk and order them from Rob, you will have them next day and only for a slight premium over US $ prices.

[Nice65]

I didn't last long... paypal gone for the GT kit. Now someone review one so I know I've done the right thing ;)

No review necessary. You have done the right thing. :)

[Quickbeam]

Go over to CPFMarketplace, look in the dealers section for AW's battery sales thread (Part 12)
Get the batteries and the w139 charger from him

Thanks Gentlemen,

I have now ordered 1 w139 charger, 2 AW RCR 123 cells and 1 AW 18650 cell. Hopefully this will cover all bases. Will I be able to put the RCR123s in my Fenix P2D?

Nick

[Lumalee]

hi Nick,
The AW cells you bought are they 3v or 3.7v ? If they are the 3.7V ones then they may possibly drive the P2d a little hard and damage it, as they are meant to run on a single cell of 3v, but if the AW's you bought are the 3v ones then you will be fine.

[Quickbeam]

Hi Lee, I bought the 3.7v cells thinking they would get the best from the incendio. The Fenix will have to run on standard batteries for a bit longer.

Thanks for the advice, I can feel I'm being drawn in to collecting torches! I'm now thinking about a Ra Clicky as well.

Nick

[Essexman]

Hi Lee, I bought the 3.7v cells thinking they would get the best from the incendio. The Fenix will have to run on standard batteries for a bit longer.

Thanks for the advice, I can feel I'm being drawn in to collecting torches! I'm now thinking about a Ra Clicky as well.

Nick

The Ra's are great lights. I was attaching something paracord like to a Ra twisty the other week for a BB member, so I had the chance to play. They feel bombproof! Fantastic bit of engineering.

[tx101]

Hi Lee, I bought the 3.7v cells thinking they would get the best from the incendio. The Fenix will have to run on standard batteries for a bit longer.

Thanks for the advice, I can feel I'm being drawn in to collecting torches! I'm now thinking about a Ra Clicky as well.

Nick

Good choice :)
I use my Ra Clicky as my main EDC and the v3+ is the backup

[matt]

I had a lumapower incendio V3 but moved it on, a great little light. The only downside i found was because the clicky is not recessed or protected sometimes it clicked on if it was clipped onto my jeans pocket and i sat down. I've just gone and ordered the trust-1 so i'll pop a review up when it arrives :)

[Lumalee]

I had a lumapower incendio V3 but moved it on, a great little light. The only downside i found was because the clicky is not recessed or protected sometimes it clicked on if it was clipped onto my jeans pocket and i sat down. I've just gone and ordered the trust-1 so i'll pop a review up when it arrives :)

Why order the Trust 1 ? The Trust 2 is in my hands and we are running a passaround on it, sadly it is full, but you may get some decent feedback about the Trust 2 that will be an obvious upgrade to the Trust 1, unless of course there is a particular atribute of the V1 you prefer. ;)

[matt]

Honestly, it was because it was in stock at ledfire. However, now i realise that the trust 2 is out i had a look on the lumapower website and prefer the look and size of the version 1 as an EDC, it's just my personal opinion though and by the trust 2 is technically a better bright. I should be getting it sometime this week so if you'd like a side by side review please let me know and i'll send it over to you

ATB
Matt

[pippyd]

Hi PippyD,
Yes the turbo head is available to order, but you just have to email Ricky on sales@lumapower.com and he will send you a PP invoice then ship it. The turbo head gives a nice tight beam with great throw, but still with a liitle side spill, I am aiming to do the video review/photos this weekend providing we have no call outs (weather to blame). I will post in the review thread already up there for the V3.

Did you get a chance to get some shots or did the snow ruin the plans? My incendio arrived, thanks :). Great little torch, can't click it on as easily as my D10 when held in the fist but other than that it's great :D will get some dog walking time tomorrow.

[Lumalee]

Quick update for those who have been keeping tabs.
The New Incendio V3+ is a simple update to this very popular light, and although I will do one of my mini video reviews here are a few photos of the new light and a few comments about its differences.

http://www.lumalee.co.uk/images/v3led.jpg

The usual check that the LED is centralised and its bang on. The main differences are the new pocket clip, that is made from pressed metal instead of the wire type, and IMPO I prefer the older wire style, but I am sure the more sturdy new one will last longer, the only other gripe I have is that the new pocket clip cannot be locked into place, in otherwords it is free to spin round and the only thing keeping it in place is the pressure from screwing the end cap in tighter and tighter. The anodising is a slightly different colour on the new V3+, its a darker colour and I do like it, even prefer it to the other.

http://www.lumalee.co.uk/images/v3clip.jpg

However one of the big developments on the V3 front is the turbo head, offering a deep reflector in a quite small form factor, and as expected makes the V3 a real mini throw monster. The beam is a bit ringy, but who cares, the light is for lighting up the dark not shining on white walls.

http://www.lumalee.co.uk/images/turbohead.jpg

It simply replaces the standard head by unscrewing the old and putting on the new, and to be honest I quite like the look of the V3 with its big head on, obviously not just as pocketable but it really transforms the light in to a cracker. I am now figuring how to mount it on the Spikes Tactical .22.

http://www.lumalee.co.uk/images/incendioturbo.jpg

PS, @Nice65, Rich these were taken with the S95 ;)

[Quickbeam]

Well, my Incendio has turned up but there seems to be a problem with the tailcap. All it does is on/off, according to the manual a half press should change the light levels. I have e-mailed Ricky and will keep you posted! Other than that, I'm impressed with the build quality, the anodising looks good and the threads are pretty smooth. Maybe not quite as well built as my Fenix P2D. More opinions when it gets dark!

Nick

[Lumalee]

hi Nick, Sounds like you have it in tactical lockout mode, you need to do 4 short half presses of the tailcap within 1 second and it will release it. RTFM, :D;)

[Quickbeam]

Cheers Lee, that has fixed it!

Nick


hi Nick, Sounds like you have it in tactical lockout mode, you need to do 4 short half presses of the tailcap within 1 second and it will release it. RTFM, :D;)

[Nice65]

PS, @Nice65, Rich these were taken with the S95 ;)

Bit blurry mate :P

I'm excited :)

[Lumalee]

The updated mini video review of the Incendio V3+ is uploading to my YT Channel (http://www.youtube.com/lumalee1) as we speak, go see it there.

[tx101]

Nice review Lee :biggthump

[Lumalee]

Cheers pal, tonight the G2X Tactical should be up there and also I did record a little nightime beam comparison between the Trust 2 and the Incendio with the turbo head on it, its amazing the difference. Should be up early evening.

[tx101]

waiting anxiously :)

[Lumalee]

OK the video of comparisons of the beams at night from the Trust 2, Incendio V3+, and Incendio V3+ with turbo head.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1wp8o1GDMk

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[tx101]

Excellent video of beamshots Lee
I like the way you compare beamshots by moving the beam across the trees
at different distances. Gives me a better feel at how the throw compares
between the torches.

Now all you need to do is to incorporate realistic runtime numbers
into your reviews .... you know they always ask that question ;)

[Nice65]

Definitely agree with tx, it gives a far better sense of what the light actually does when in use rather than white wall shots at various exposures.

I love my Turbo head, coolest torch accessory ever. I'm so impressed I'm going to get the extension tube too.

Nice, simple, straightforward review...thanks Lee.

[nicknohair]

Convinced me to upgrade my Fenix PD20 so I can use RCR123's and ordered the GT kit as well so can also use 18650's for longer runtimes. Thanks for the reviews Lumalee. V helpful.
Now they just need to arrive (only ordered today)

[sharpshanks]

My Incendio from Flashaholics arrived the other day. I'm a newbie with regards to high end torches and I have a small problem which you fellas might be able to help me with. The LED is clearly off-centre. Will this have a significant impact on the performance of the torch?

[Nice65]

My Incendio from Flashaholics arrived the other day. I'm a newbie with regards to high end torches and I have a small problem which you fellas might be able to help me with. The LED is clearly off-centre. Will this have a significant impact on the performance of the torch?

That's a pity, Lumapower usually have a very good build.

I'd phone Antony and explain, I'm sure he'll replace it for you.

[sharpshanks]

I took your advice Nice65. I returned it on Tuesday and received the replacement today. Excellent.

[tx101]

The LED is not bonded with thermal adhesive, only thermal grease is used.
To centre and hold the LED in place, a plastic disc and plastic strip with a hole
in the centre is used. Would have taken less than 5 minutes to sort out :D