Something a little different

ringzero · **on:** October 25, 2009, 05:57:51 AM

Tired of the boring appearance of "tactical" black aluminum tube flashlights?

Check out these babies:

The Icon Modus is designed by a Surefire engineer to be more of a utility light targeted at the general user, rather than the cops and military.

The first Icons have a very clever regulator circuit that imperceptibly ramps down the output while in use to conserve the battery.

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Freudian Frog · **Reply #1 on:** October 25, 2009, 06:28:58 AM

Cool! Now to check out prices...

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #2 on:** October 25, 2009, 08:43:11 AM

There certainly a lot more sheeple friendly

Neil · **Reply #3 on:** October 25, 2009, 04:30:25 PM

Quote from: ringzero on October 25, 2009, 05:57:51 AM

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The first Icons have a very clever regulator circuit that imperceptibly ramps down the output while in use to conserve the battery.

You mean a bit like an unregulated circuit, the light just gets dimmer

They certainly look more fun than most of the dull looking lights we see. Reminds me of a pack of Mini Sharpies

Freudian Frog · **Reply #4 on:** October 25, 2009, 06:13:07 PM

Quote from: Neil on October 25, 2009, 04:30:25 PM

Quote from: ringzero on October 25, 2009, 05:57:51 AM
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The first Icons have a very clever regulator circuit that imperceptibly ramps down the output while in use to conserve the battery.

You mean a bit like an unregulated circuit, the light just gets dimmer

They certainly look more fun than most of the dull looking lights we see. Reminds me of a pack of Mini Sharpies

I can imagine myself pulling one of these out believing it to be a marker then marveling at the invisible ink that seems to glow. =o

ringzero · **Reply #5 on:** October 26, 2009, 02:40:46 AM

Quote from: Neil on October 25, 2009, 04:30:25 PM

Quote from: ringzero on October 25, 2009, 05:57:51 AM
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The first Icons have a very clever regulator circuit that imperceptibly ramps down the output while in use to conserve the battery.

You mean a bit like an unregulated circuit, the light just gets dimmer

Not exactly.

When switched on it always starts at max output, then ramps down linearly at something like 7 percent/minute down to about 30% of max after 10 minutes. Supposedly the gradual ramp down is imperceptible to the human eye.

At this point, if you switch off then on again it returns to max brightness and begins ramping down again.

The designer has optimized the Icon to maximize usefull output and runtime for common Alkaline cells.

This guy's approach may seem a little unorthodox, but he's probably one of the very best designers working in the field of portable lighting.

Full Disclosure: I don't yet own an Icon, but have been very impressed with the reviews over on CPF.

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Freudian Frog · **Reply #6 on:** October 26, 2009, 02:58:06 AM

Quote from: ringzero on October 26, 2009, 02:40:46 AM

Quote from: Neil on October 25, 2009, 04:30:25 PM
Quote from: ringzero on October 25, 2009, 05:57:51 AM
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The first Icons have a very clever regulator circuit that imperceptibly ramps down the output while in use to conserve the battery.

You mean a bit like an unregulated circuit, the light just gets dimmer

Not exactly.

When switched on it always starts at max output, then ramps down linearly at something like 7 percent/minute down to about 30% of max after 10 minutes. Supposedly the gradual ramp down is imperceptible to the human eye.

At this point, if you switch off then on again it returns to max brightness and begins ramping down again.

The designer has optimized the Icon to maximize usefull output and runtime for common Alkaline cells.

This guy's approach may seem a little unorthodox, but he's probably one of the very best designers working in the field of portable lighting.

Full Disclosure: I don't yet own an Icon, but have been very impressed with the reviews over on CPF.

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Sounds pretty nice, actually.

prime77 · **Reply #7 on:** October 26, 2009, 07:54:51 AM

The Icon lights aren't just designed by some Surefire engineer. There designed by Paul Kim, SureFire's Vice President of Engineering. The unique regulating circuitry that they feature goes with the reasoning that the average person only uses a flashlight for a small amount of time to do a certain task. Say walking the dog or getting something out of the car trunk. You use the light to do the task and it will decrease slowly in output while you accomplish what your doing. Then the next time you use the light it's starts out at 100% again.

Screwtape · **Reply #8 on:** October 26, 2009, 09:59:23 AM

I like

That is all.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #9 on:** October 26, 2009, 07:24:00 PM

That sound's like a very interesting idea actually

I hope they prove reliable too

Neil · **Reply #10 on:** October 26, 2009, 08:34:49 PM

Well, I'm still not convinced as to the usefullness of the regulation but the proof of th epudding will be in whether I go back for seconds

Quote from: Freudian Frog on October 25, 2009, 06:13:07 PM

I can imagine myself pulling one of these out believing it to be a marker then marveling at the invisible ink that seems to glow. =o

Yes, I can imagine you doing that as well

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #11 on:** October 26, 2009, 10:03:25 PM

Are there run times on this available yet

NutSAK · **Reply #12 on:** October 27, 2009, 02:14:40 AM

I have runtimes on the Icon Rogue, but not this one yet. I'll have a look around.

You will be a bit surprised at the graphs. It really takes a nosedive in brightness after 10 minutes of runtime. Supposedly, it isn't noticeable in use...

Gareth · **Reply #13 on:** October 27, 2009, 02:32:00 AM

Might not be quite my thing design wise, but I can see others loving them, my daughter being one (so long as it's red she'll love anything

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Sazabi · **Reply #14 on:** October 27, 2009, 02:41:30 AM

Quote from: Neil on October 25, 2009, 04:30:25 PM

Quote from: ringzero on October 25, 2009, 05:57:51 AM
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The first Icons have a very clever regulator circuit that imperceptibly ramps down the output while in use to conserve the battery.

You mean a bit like an unregulated circuit, the light just gets dimmer

They certainly look more fun than most of the dull looking lights we see. Reminds me of a pack of Mini Sharpies

Actually, a pack of six large and six mini Sharpies.

Ooh, I can see it now: a plastic pack of all twelve on sell at Costco beside the actual Sharpies. >.>; *coughs* XD

jzmtl · **Reply #15 on:** October 27, 2009, 02:44:56 AM

Hm, wonder how's the heatsinking done with the all plastic body.

NutSAK · **Reply #16 on:** October 27, 2009, 03:02:17 AM

Heat shouldn't be a problem with the nosedive regulation.

M.TEX · **Reply #17 on:** October 27, 2009, 04:08:33 AM

Why did I click on this thread....now I have to find a way to buy one of these....any link ?

prime77 · **Reply #18 on:** October 27, 2009, 04:18:10 AM

Here are two reviews of the first ICON lights for those who are interested.

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=220987

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?t=223515

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #19 on:** October 27, 2009, 05:34:22 AM

Thanks for the links mate

prime77 · **Reply #20 on:** October 27, 2009, 05:59:09 AM

Quote from: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 27, 2009, 05:34:22 AM

Thanks for the links mate

No problem Mike. selfbuilt does some great reviews doesn't he.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #21 on:** October 27, 2009, 06:02:56 AM

Quote from: prime77 on October 27, 2009, 05:59:09 AM

Quote from: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 27, 2009, 05:34:22 AM
Thanks for the links mate
No problem Mike. selfbuilt does some great reviews doesn't he.

There very thorough alright

I will have to join CPF at some point (maybe when I've actually had some sleep

) as I do need to learn a lot of the flashlight jargonese $:-\$

ringzero · **Reply #22 on:** October 27, 2009, 07:49:12 AM

Quote from: jzmtl on October 27, 2009, 02:44:56 AM

Hm, wonder how's the heatsinking done with the all plastic body.

Looks like the designer has thermal issues under control:

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Neil · **Reply #23 on:** October 27, 2009, 12:55:41 PM

Is that really showing the outside of the head hitting over sixty? Or am I reading this wrong?

NutSAK · **Reply #24 on:** October 27, 2009, 03:07:25 PM

Yeah, it looks like the "pill" is reaching nearly 70 and the case around the pill is reaching close to 60.

zepla · **Reply #25 on:** October 27, 2009, 03:11:45 PM

Quote from: ringzero on October 27, 2009, 07:49:12 AM

Quote from: jzmtl on October 27, 2009, 02:44:56 AM
Hm, wonder how's the heatsinking done with the all plastic body.

Looks like the designer has thermal issues under control:

(Image removed from quote.)

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Not sure what I'm looking at but sure looks impressive though with all those colors and stuff

NutSAK · **Reply #26 on:** October 27, 2009, 03:28:06 PM

Yeah, PK obviously has some nice toys to play with in his shop!

NutSAK · **Reply #27 on:** October 27, 2009, 03:31:03 PM

Quote from: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 27, 2009, 06:02:56 AM

I will have to join CPF at some point (maybe when I've actually had some sleep ) as I do need to learn a lot of the flashlight jargonese $:-\$

Are you sure you want to do that? It's not too late to turn back. Consider this fair warning.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #28 on:** October 27, 2009, 03:59:48 PM

Quote from: NutSAK on October 27, 2009, 03:31:03 PM

Quote from: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 27, 2009, 06:02:56 AM

I will have to join CPF at some point (maybe when I've actually had some sleep ) as I do need to learn a lot of the flashlight jargonese $:-\$

Are you sure you want to do that? It's not too late to turn back. Consider this fair warning.

Nah, I'm used to staring danger in the face. I have been married after all

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