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17-04-2019, 17:49 #1
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Rechargeable CR123 in Inforce APL ?
Has anyone successfully used rechargeable CR123 batts (Like Nitecore) in an Inforce APL ?
Don't particularly want to fry my 3k WML.
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18-04-2019, 07:06 #2
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Re: Rechargeable CR123 in Inforce APL ?
I have used the Nitecore rechargeable in my Inforce WML with no issues.
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18-04-2019, 08:23 #3
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18-04-2019, 09:04 #4
Re: Rechargeable CR123 in Inforce APL ?
The electronics can handle the increased voltage and it is somewhat brighter (Moomin and I tested it). Just bear in mind that rechargeables don’t really dim, they give you pretty much all the light until suddenly it gives you zero light. It also has about 50% capacity of the CR123.
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20-04-2019, 05:43 #5
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Re: Rechargeable CR123 in Inforce APL ?
A normal CR123 battery is rated at 3.0V. The nightcore batteries are 3.7V.
Others are saying they've used the nc batteries in their Inforce WML, and I believe the later model Inforce can handle the higher voltage, although not designed for it. Most WML on CR123's can't, you will pop the led.
Is it worth it..? R80 to R140 per standard CR123, vs. R3k for a new WML - I think not.
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20-04-2019, 05:58 #6
Re: Rechargeable CR123 in Inforce APL ?
4.2V when fully charged.
We’ve tested a 1st Gen APL with RCRs and the electronics handled it.Sent electronically, thus not signed.
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20-04-2019, 08:53 #7
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22-04-2019, 12:08 #9
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Re: Rechargeable CR123 in Inforce APL ?
Thanks guys, I bought a box of surefire cr123's while in the US and have been putting a new one in the light every 2 months. My concern is not knowing how much life the batt has left, I never know if i'm going to have 3 min or 30 min of light.
Perhaps a battery tester is the answer.
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22-04-2019, 12:14 #10
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Re: Rechargeable CR123 in Inforce APL ?
More questions for the clever okes, just went looking the olight website, The mini light they sell seems to be the answer, a built in battery that can be recharged on the pistol, any experience from the gallery ?
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