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Color rendition?
I have a suggestion that you may want to consider for future editions of the Gatlight. What about breaking away from the trend of pure "Brighter is better" and instead concentrate on producing a light that has absolutely excellent color rendition.
I'm not just talking about using a warmer tinted LED, but rather something that puts out a full spectrum of light and reproduces the whole range of colors accurately. Is this something that could be possible?
I'm not just talking about using a warmer tinted LED, but rather something that puts out a full spectrum of light and reproduces the whole range of colors accurately. Is this something that could be possible?
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Permalink Reply by Rob brekelmasn on -
Hello Dave,
Funny you started this subject. Im starting on a Flashlight with a high CRI. I'm new in the world of flashlights and while I was doing some research I stumbled on this post.
So there are no flashlights with a high CRI output? Just high lumen?
Rob
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Permalink Reply by Dave Wise on -
Rob brekelmasn said:
As far as I know there are really only two flashlights being manufactured at the moment with high CRI. Both of them are semi-custom pieces. The first on the market is the McGizmo Sundrop using the Nichia 083 LED and no focusing mechanism at all, and the second is the Muyshondt Mako that uses a high CRI Cree 5mm LED for pure low output. Neither one is very bright I believe and I know people are looking for better color rendition in their lights. That is a topic I hear discussed fairly often as of late.Hello Dave,
Funny you started this subject. Im starting on a Flashlight with a high CRI. I'm new in the world of flashlights and while I was doing some research I stumbled on this post.
So there are no flashlights with a high CRI output? Just high lumen?
Rob
So you're building a flashlight centered around high CRI? Do tell...
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Permalink Reply by Rob brekelmasn on
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Funny how things work out in life. My project takes another direction and Dave posts his suggestion.
For starters... I can't tell you everything about the project. Yes it is possible that this LED Flashlight will be produced within 2 years. But for now it stays in concept mode.
The project started as a light with a special purpose. But last week the project took a unexpected turn. Thats why I'm researching the flashlight market. And I never expected that there was a community behind it. Maybe my Flashlight has a bigger audience.....
I would love to have some more input in the project. Especialy from the fans... The Nichia Sundrop light gets suchs a great response. Is this the first high CRI light? And what would you like to see improved? Whats youre purpose with this light? Big, heavy, waterproof, clipon, wide beam, long range? and much more questions like that. Maybe this forum can get me started? Or maybe some other forums?
thanx
Dave Wise said:Rob brekelmasn said:
As far as I know there are really only two flashlights being manufactured at the moment with high CRI. Both of them are semi-custom pieces. The first on the market is the McGizmo Sundrop using the Nichia 083 LED and no focusing mechanism at all, and the second is the Muyshondt Mako that uses a high CRI Cree 5mm LED for pure low output. Neither one is very bright I believe and I know people are looking for better color rendition in their lights. That is a topic I hear discussed fairly often as of late.Hello Dave,
Funny you started this subject. Im starting on a Flashlight with a high CRI. I'm new in the world of flashlights and while I was doing some research I stumbled on this post.
So there are no flashlights with a high CRI output? Just high lumen?
Rob
So you're building a flashlight centered around high CRI? Do tell...
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Permalink Reply by Dave Wise on
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Yes, as far as I am aware, that Sundrop light was the first LED light that concentrated on High CRI. I don't know of any specific use that it was designed for, but I know that it is a hit with people who are tired of the slightly poor color rendition of the standard LED light. People have turned to warmer tinted LEDs to more accurately produce the reds, but I still believe that those are lacking the full spectrum of light that should be produced. I imagine that good color rendition would come into play quite a bit in small lights used for the medical field. I personally can see some uses in the printing field where I am employed. I think the widest response however is just with the flashlight community at large who will appreciate improvements that better our vision.
As for what could be improved on the Sundrop, I can't really say since I do not have the fortune to own one, however when I am looking for a light, there are several specifics that I concentrate on. User interface and reliability are the biggest factors. If I don't like using it or can't trust it, there is no use buying it. I personally am a very large fan of the single cell sized lights like the Sundrop, Gatlight, and others (like my Nitecore EX10). That is a very pocketable size. Many people like clips but making them optional is probably your best bet. Waterproof is a bit of a must for something like this that would likely be designed to be carried every day.
One of the biggest factors is also the beam quality. Whether you decide to have a long throwing narrow beam or a wide floodlike beam, making sure you have a smooth flawless beam is of utmost importance. Some form of adjustable lenses for customizing your beam width would be a good idea if you are starting from scratch with your design. That way each user can on the fly adjust the light to fit their needs. I would love to help you in any way I can with this. Feel free to hit me up via email or the contact form on my site with any questions you might have.
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