Thank You Sir for posting. Most of the other posts use the plug in light bulb which is fairly basic. I unscrewed the barrel thinking the bulb holder would come out the top but was unsuccessful. searched yt and finally found yours and quickly realized it had to go out the back. of course the most expensive duracell batteries leaked again 3 years before their eos date (and ya the batteries were out of the same package with the same eos date)...amazing how they have everyone fooled they have the best batteries (I guess expensive advertising pays off)... Thanks again, you the man.....
Mine wasn't working. I placed a second battery behind the first one and pushed the bulb assembly forward. Now it works. Thanks for taking the time to make the video.
Hi Bill, I had a similar issue with my LED Maglite, however what worked for me is taking out the LED lightbulb (as you described) but then I sprayed lots of electrical cleaner into it, you know, the kind that you use for spark plugs and electrical contacts. Let that soak for 10 minutes and then I used a bicycle pump (I‘m Dutch and I don’t have a compressor, but I DO have a bicycle 😂) to blow any residual cleaning fluid out. And guess what: it worked again. Might wanna try that first before ordering new parts in case another LED Maglite stops working. Greetings from ‚U-rup.‘ 😃
Thank you for the video. I was also having a problem with mine, and after you pointed out that the bulb assembly is supposed to move, I saw exactly what the problem was. Freed the assembly with your pen trick, and voila, now she's'a'pump. Thanks for your help.
Thanks! Once the battery was out, I filled the flashlight cylinder vinegar for 30 minutes and scrubbed interior with a copper gun cleaning brush attached to a drill. Perfect.
A couple of years ago a duracell battery got stuck on my AA Mini Maglite, I tried to do everything to take it out, wd-40, strong magnets and even tried to hammer it to see if it would move. I really didn’t care much about it since I had a couple more Maglites, today I found it searching for something else and decided to give it another go, saw your video and gave it a try to push the battery with the LED itself, worked perfectly 😂, assembled the led again and used a dremel to remove the factory flaw that got the battery stuck in the first place. Decided to measure the duracell battery with a vernier scale, duracell just over 14 millimeters and other AA batteries are just below 14 millimeters.
I've carried the mini-mag since long before it was LED. I own a lot of other lights; some fairly pricey. But my EDC is this light and I won't part with it. The reason I came here was to learn how that LED is removed. I am getting a flicker and sometimes it doesn't come on at all. I wanted to look at that little spring that contacts the battery to see if it needed some outward adjustment. Your video showed me what I wanted to know. By the way, you should mention your grease isn't petroleum based. It is silicon and will not adversely affect your rubber gaskets. I use the same stuff for the same reason. Nice blade you have there too. I can't bring myself to carry any of mine.
Thanks Bill, I had no idea how the LED came out of the torch! I tried prying it up, for a few minutes before resorting to TH-cam for any vids of it and luckily I found yours!! So thanks again. Yes, I got a socket and pushed it down and the new Philips 474 Lumens upgrade pushed right up!
Hello, I have a mini maglite that burned the led, but I live in Brazil and can't find it to buy, could you indicate a link with the reference of this led, please?
I bought a Streamlight Stylus Pro after my Mini Maglite LED bulb died. The stylus pro is such a better flashlight. It's smaller, runs on AAA's, it's brighter, lasts longer, weighs less, and it's the perfect size to fit in the pen pocket on my jacket. It was also the same price as my mini maglite was when I bought it - $30CDN
Thanks dude I had a kirkland AA that expanded in there and I needed to know how to get my stock one out lol, your method to take it out and reinstall is a real life saver! Also this battery was supposed to expire december 2022!
Thanks for the video. I had a battery corrode inside the barrel and could not get it out. So simple when you know how - never thought of a 1/4 inch extension and drive it through.
I have a Country Trails flashlight bought from Rural King about 5 year's ago. I need to replace the Cree bulb and I can't find a replacement for it. The bulb screws in and it doesn't have a spring on the back side, the spring is on the end cap for the batteries.
Hi Bill, just wondering, where did you get your replacement LED bulb? I cant seem to find one anywhere. You’d think the Maglite website would have some info on this, but nothing! Thanks!
Same here nothing on Maglite site and only found 2 replacements on Amazon both 24.99 with 7.99-12.99 shipping from UK or Australia cheaper to buy a new flashlight 🔦 screw it.
Good day Mr. Bill, where did you order your led bulb switch assy of your mini maglite, and what is the part number or reference of led bulb assy of your mini maglite, I have owned one mini maglite but the bulb assy is worn out. Can you help me out please. Thanks
Thanks for this video. I love my LED mini maglite too. I used that thing hard as well. I work on a pig farm and it gets used hard. My boss is impressed with how bright it is and It never let me down. One day I was being an idiot and did not have the bezzle on my maglite and I dropped it and it ruined the LED bulb and like you said the bulb dose not like to get tampered. So I looked up on youtube "how to fix a maglite LED" and found this video and I was like "thank god!" I called maglite and they said that they jest needed the model number and what kind of maglite it is. The rebuild kit was $8.50. It is a free replacement however you have to pay shipping and handling. I jest ordered the rebuild kit today and they said it would arrive in 5-7 days. For now I have to use my dads original mini maglite for the farm. Its not as bright but I know that it will work as hard and long as I do.☺ Thanks again for the video it was very helpful.
Where can I find this part? can someone help me ? On my Maglite, I broke the same piece you show in your video, I sent a request for the replacement on the Maglite website. They told me that they don't supply spare parts of the led lamp. Maybe because I'm in Europe. Then they said their European branch will contact me. I think Maglite europa is in Germany. In my opinion either they will never contact me or they will ask me for a replacement amount which is identical to the cost of the new lamp ;-))) poor me.
I everyday carry a maglite, my LED just went on me, I wish I could show you the shape of my mags lol they're so worn. Holy shit man, I carry a black diamond headlamp too LOL I think we just became best friends
also pull the tail cap & spring and clean the inside of the aluminum cap where spring sits, clean spring to . Dissimilar metals cause small amounts of corrosion
Very informative. I need a replacement bulb the same as that one, having difficulty finding where to order it from. Do you have the part #, where/how did you get one from? Thanks.
I have not tried contacting maglite yet but I don't understand why it seems like this replacement part is non existent. I've had a broken mini maglite LED in a drawer for years and almost threw it away many times because I could not seem to find a replacement bulb. Will try getting in contact with them, thanks for the video
It's called a warranty, not insurance. If you damage it, its your problem. If it fails, then its their problem and the warranty applies. If you damage a car its up to you to get it repaired, if the car breaks of its own accord then the warranty applies.
Ive been using silicone grease on mine for 4 years and it still works just fine. The silicone grease is also good for the rubber seals and prevents cracking of the rubber.
natty bumpo, "... genius!!!" Funny, I thought it was just so-so, but that I had been really dumb to not think of it myself. (I like your way of looking at it better.)
I use silicone grease on my mini maglight pro because it preserves the seals and lubes them and also lubes the threads. Ive been doing this since i got the light on September 15 2015 and as of feb. 10 2019 (today when this comment is posted) does it get oil on the led yes but it still works. I have droped it in mud salt water . And countless times it has fallen out of my pocket climbing down out of a car at the top of a lift onto concrete. I have beat the shit outa this maglight and she still runs. Its so scratched that it is bare aluminium and you cant even tell its original color. I have literally thrown this light across rooms and at rock walls Is it the brightest light? No is it the best light? Heck no but for around 20 bucks where are you gonna get a light this durable. If you lose an o light your out of 60 to a hundred bucks but these maglights are much cheaper. Id say my mini maglight is the best 20 bucks i have ever spent in my lifetime
I use superlub which is also a silicon grease. Many complain the light doesn’t work good cause they never clean it. This is a tough light if taken care of
I used Remington Gun Oil on mine. Haven't had any problems and it's as smooth as the day I bought it almost 10 years ago. I don't see any swelling or decay of the rubber O-rings. The only wear is, scratches on the casing and the center of the plastic lens cover. I may have wasted my money buying a backup Mini-Maglite that still sits in the original packaging. I may never need it...
where did ypu bought the spare parts replacement of your led AA maglite? can you help me out? i have look many website for the spare part but cant find it..
Mr. Bill, i forgot to asked you regarding the led bulb replacement., it its possible to to replace 90 lumens to 272 or 351 lumens led bulb on the old aluminium case of 90 lumens mini maglite AA
Putting wd40 on those plastic pieces probably isn't a good idea. I think that's why the ring broke. Oil makes some plastics brittle. Silicone dry lube might be the best
SevereTstormFan If you saw that, from Maglite, then I’d go with it. Possibly the o-rings are made of something other than rubber, that can withstand vaseline. I know from SCUBA diving we use silicon grease. Also at work in the aerospace industry we use specific o-ring grease which is silicon based.
WD-40 is absolutely the worst thing for electronics, and most metals. As I’m sure everyone knows... The name WD 40 stands for “water displacement formula 40“ and is meant to be used as a water displacer and cleaner before adding actual lubricant. Kind of look at it as a petroleum base none of operating brake cleaner. It’s not meant as a lubricant or rust inhibitor. And it will slowly destroy many things because of the petroleum and other products in its contents. Anything that has petroleum distillate in the formula, will absolutely kick ass on electronics, platings, and especially silicones and other rubbers. It will absolutely eat that shit alive… and Considering there are O-rings in all flashlights… then that’s a really bad thing. It will eat all kinds of plastics and slowly remove necessary chemicals that keep the plastics and polymers stable. That’s why you will see cracks in your plastics, your O-rings will start to shred, and any rubber textured surfaces will start to become sticky over time. Just like the rubber over molding on cordless drills… If you get any type of petroleum distillate on it… Over time it will eat it away and become a sticky buggery mess. And the “dome“ over the top of the LED can be made from many types of rubberized materials… But anything containing petroleum distillate will work it’s way up under there… Even the tiniest microscopic amount of fluid... because Capillary action can be a real bitch. There’s nothing wrong with removing the clear dome/sphere that covers the LED. Just look it up and do some research because it’s a meticulous task. I’m lucky enough to have an electronics lab and microscope that I use to “de-dome“ LEDs. This can greatly increase the functionality of a flashlight but should be done by someone who is experienced. The bond wires on the actual die of the LED are much thinner than human hair and can be broken even with a hard breath.
Hacker I got a Maglite that I have had for probably over 20 years it takes 4 D batteries it had a light bulb in it I changed it over to a LED about 8 years ago and it's still kicking I've had it for so long now why replace it when it works. Peace brother
I lost my mag lite now I have to decide to buy old reliable mag lite or check out a streamlight. Whatever I choose it needs to have a holder I can wear on my belt. My pockets are to cluttered and the metal clips never seem to hold good onto my belt. Stuff gets snagged as I squeeze my fat self into tight places
Thank You Sir for posting. Most of the other posts use the plug in light bulb which is fairly basic. I unscrewed the barrel thinking the bulb holder would come out the top but was unsuccessful. searched yt and finally found yours and quickly realized it had to go out the back. of course the most expensive duracell batteries leaked again 3 years before their eos date (and ya the batteries were out of the same package with the same eos date)...amazing how they have everyone fooled they have the best batteries (I guess expensive advertising pays off)... Thanks again, you the man.....
Mine wasn't working. I placed a second battery behind the first one and pushed the bulb assembly forward. Now it works. Thanks for taking the time to make the video.
I would recommend spraying small amount of wd40 into light to keep the bulb free moving
Hi Bill, I had a similar issue with my LED Maglite, however what worked for me is taking out the LED lightbulb (as you described) but then I sprayed lots of electrical cleaner into it, you know, the kind that you use for spark plugs and electrical contacts. Let that soak for 10 minutes and then I used a bicycle pump (I‘m Dutch and I don’t have a compressor, but I DO have a bicycle 😂) to blow any residual cleaning fluid out. And guess what: it worked again. Might wanna try that first before ordering new parts in case another LED Maglite stops working. Greetings from ‚U-rup.‘ 😃
Thank you for the video. I was also having a problem with mine, and after you pointed out that the bulb assembly is supposed to move, I saw exactly what the problem was. Freed the assembly with your pen trick, and voila, now she's'a'pump. Thanks for your help.
Glad I was able to help you out
Thanks! Once the battery was out, I filled the flashlight cylinder vinegar for 30 minutes and scrubbed interior with a copper gun cleaning brush attached to a drill. Perfect.
Likewise how I did mine, patch of corrosion kept it from lighting.
A couple of years ago a duracell battery got stuck on my AA Mini Maglite, I tried to do everything to take it out, wd-40, strong magnets and even tried to hammer it to see if it would move. I really didn’t care much about it since I had a couple more Maglites, today I found it searching for something else and decided to give it another go, saw your video and gave it a try to push the battery with the LED itself, worked perfectly 😂, assembled the led again and used a dremel to remove the factory flaw that got the battery stuck in the first place. Decided to measure the duracell battery with a vernier scale, duracell just over 14 millimeters and other AA batteries are just below 14 millimeters.
I've carried the mini-mag since long before it was LED. I own a lot of other lights; some fairly pricey. But my EDC is this light and I won't part with it. The reason I came here was to learn how that LED is removed. I am getting a flicker and sometimes it doesn't come on at all. I wanted to look at that little spring that contacts the battery to see if it needed some outward adjustment. Your video showed me what I wanted to know. By the way, you should mention your grease isn't petroleum based. It is silicon and will not adversely affect your rubber gaskets. I use the same stuff for the same reason. Nice blade you have there too. I can't bring myself to carry any of mine.
Thanks Bill, I had no idea how the LED came out of the torch! I tried prying it up, for a few minutes before resorting to TH-cam for any vids of it and luckily I found yours!! So thanks again. Yes, I got a socket and pushed it down and the new Philips 474 Lumens upgrade pushed right up!
Hello, I have a mini maglite that burned the led, but I live in Brazil and can't find it to buy, could you indicate a link with the reference of this led, please?
I do HVAC as well. When I replaced my older halogen Minimag "AA" flashlight with the smaller "AAA" LED light, it was much brighter. Love it!
Thank you for the video! I called them and received the new LED for my Mini Maglite today. You gave it its life back again!!
Dónde se consigue el repuesto tengo una igual a la del vídeo y se dañó el LED en mexico no lo encuentro
So how did you get that part and how much was it? Also a borosilicate glass lens is highly recommended.
It really helps when you whisper in your video.
This is an early video of mine. I new nothing of editing or
Thank you very much, following your video I was able to repair my flashlight.
Thank you Bill!, my minimaglite is back in action due to your help! :O)
I bought a Streamlight Stylus Pro after my Mini Maglite LED bulb died. The stylus pro is such a better flashlight. It's smaller, runs on AAA's, it's brighter, lasts longer, weighs less, and it's the perfect size to fit in the pen pocket on my jacket.
It was also the same price as my mini maglite was when I bought it - $30CDN
Thanks dude I had a kirkland AA that expanded in there and I needed to know how to get my stock one out lol, your method to take it out and reinstall is a real life saver! Also this battery was supposed to expire december 2022!
Happy I could help
i have some energizer d cells that expired 2019 still 1.5 volts
I'm a sparky, hands down it's the best light out there. Not the brightest, but certainly one of the toughest. Especially for the price.
Thanks for the video. I had a battery corrode inside the barrel and could not get it out. So simple when you know how - never thought of a 1/4 inch extension and drive it through.
Thanks for the video! I have 2 mini maglite whit this problem, can you tell me how to buy that piece? or where?
Thank you!
How do I look for the replacement? I can’t find it on the official website, how can I order it?
I have a Country Trails flashlight bought from Rural King about 5 year's ago. I need to replace the Cree bulb and I can't find a replacement for it. The bulb screws in and it doesn't have a spring on the back side, the spring is on the end cap for the batteries.
Hi, where can I buy the LED replacement? What page do you recommend?
Hi Bill, just wondering, where did you get your replacement LED bulb? I cant seem to find one anywhere. You’d think the Maglite website would have some info on this, but nothing! Thanks!
Same here nothing on Maglite site and only found 2 replacements on Amazon both 24.99 with 7.99-12.99 shipping from UK or Australia cheaper to buy a new flashlight 🔦 screw it.
Congratulations on the video, very instructive, but I have a question, where did you buy the LED replacement? Can you tell me the website?
Hi, where did u get the pieces for replacement? I cant find them
What is the bulb replacement part called
Good day Mr. Bill, where did you order your led bulb switch assy of your mini maglite, and what is the part number or reference of led bulb assy of your mini maglite, I have owned one mini maglite but the bulb assy is worn out. Can you help me out please. Thanks
Would have been nice to hear what you were saying, but still a good video. Did the package state what the lenders were for the new bulb?
Thanks for this video. I love my LED mini maglite too. I used that thing hard as well. I work on a pig farm and it gets used hard. My boss is impressed with how bright it is and It never let me down. One day I was being an idiot and did not have the bezzle on my maglite and I dropped it and it ruined the LED bulb and like you said the bulb dose not like to get tampered. So I looked up on youtube "how to fix a maglite LED" and found this video and I was like "thank god!" I called maglite and they said that they jest needed the model number and what kind of maglite it is. The rebuild kit was $8.50. It is a free replacement however you have to pay shipping and handling. I jest ordered the rebuild kit today and they said it would arrive in 5-7 days. For now I have to use my dads original mini maglite for the farm. Its not as bright but I know that it will work as hard and long as I do.☺ Thanks again for the video it was very helpful.
I am happy my video was able to help you out. The bulb section comes out easy. I abuse my minimaglight light yet it always works.
Yoir video is great !!! ¿How did you bought the replacement?
hi Bill great video can you tell the part number please I can find it ? cheers Robbie
Where did you buy the replacement?
sir please tell me how you get replacement led . my maglite led has been damaged. is it possible to order it from India?
What is the part number of the led, mine broke and I can't find it to buy!
sorry, can you tell me the code of the replaced piece, I can't find it online
thank you😅
Where can I find this part? can someone help me ? On my Maglite, I broke the same piece you show in your video, I sent a request for the replacement on the Maglite website. They told me that they don't supply spare parts of the led lamp. Maybe because I'm in Europe. Then they said their European branch will contact me. I think Maglite europa is in Germany. In my opinion either they will never contact me or they will ask me for a replacement amount which is identical to the cost of the new lamp ;-))) poor me.
Can you provide the link to ordering that part?
The thing I like about mini mags is there is no exposed rubber to be dissolved by oil or gas.
I everyday carry a maglite, my LED just went on me, I wish I could show you the shape of my mags lol they're so worn. Holy shit man, I carry a black diamond headlamp too LOL I think we just became best friends
also pull the tail cap & spring and clean the inside of the aluminum cap where spring sits, clean spring to . Dissimilar metals cause small amounts of corrosion
do you have a part number for this kit
I prefer the mini maglight also. Good battery life nice beam. Spot to flood good option too.
What the lumens?
Dónde consiguió el.repuesto, en México lo he buscado y no lo encuentro el mío es igual y está.dañado
Very informative. I need a replacement bulb the same as that one, having difficulty finding where to order it from. Do you have the part #, where/how did you get one from?
Thanks.
I contacted mag lite, paid for shipping and they sent the bulb
I have not tried contacting maglite yet but I don't understand why it seems like this replacement part is non existent. I've had a broken mini maglite LED in a drawer for years and almost threw it away many times because I could not seem to find a replacement bulb. Will try getting in contact with them, thanks for the video
where can i buy the lamp or switch? can you send it to me? Indonesia. Please
Where did you get the new part from?
Wait a minute. Where and what part did you order. Can you post a link? I’ve looked for that same part and can’t find it. WTH?
Contact mag lite. They charge mostly for shipping for the part
you have to call them
@@viperstrike3827 I did and I Have it now. Thank You.
It's called a warranty, not insurance.
If you damage it, its your problem.
If it fails, then its their problem and the warranty applies.
If you damage a car its up to you to get it repaired, if the car breaks of its own accord then the warranty applies.
Thanks for the video. Please let me know the brand name of the de-electric grease. Thank you.
I use wd40 to clean the inside and superlube on threads both have de-electric properties
Ive been using silicone grease on mine for 4 years and it still works just fine. The silicone grease is also good for the rubber seals and prevents cracking of the rubber.
I use Automotive grade Dielectric Grease with my Maglites.
It doesn’t gunk up, preventing the bulb plunger from properly engaging?
1/4 " extension bar, genius!!!
Anything that fits around the led bulb. I also used the tub of a bic pen. If you are upgrading the LED.
natty bumpo,
"... genius!!!"
Funny, I thought it was just so-so, but that I had been really dumb to not think of it myself.
(I like your way of looking at it better.)
I can't find this replacement part ...
Call maglite
I use silicone grease on my mini maglight pro because it preserves the seals and lubes them and also lubes the threads. Ive been doing this since i got the light on September 15 2015 and as of feb. 10 2019 (today when this comment is posted) does it get oil on the led yes but it still works. I have droped it in mud salt water . And countless times it has fallen out of my pocket climbing down out of a car at the top of a lift onto concrete. I have beat the shit outa this maglight and she still runs. Its so scratched that it is bare aluminium and you cant even tell its original color. I have literally thrown this light across rooms and at rock walls Is it the brightest light? No is it the best light? Heck no but for around 20 bucks where are you gonna get a light this durable. If you lose an o light your out of 60 to a hundred bucks but these maglights are much cheaper. Id say my mini maglight is the best 20 bucks i have ever spent in my lifetime
I use superlub which is also a silicon grease. Many complain the light doesn’t work good cause they never clean it. This is a tough light if taken care of
I used Remington Gun Oil on mine. Haven't had any problems and it's as smooth as the day I bought it almost 10 years ago. I don't see any swelling or decay of the rubber O-rings. The only wear is, scratches on the casing and the center of the plastic lens cover. I may have wasted my money buying a backup Mini-Maglite that still sits in the original packaging. I may never need it...
Mine is 5 times worse than yours & I love it !
Do you know if Home Depot sales the light bulb?
They don’t but if you contact maglite they can sell it to you. It was around $7 for the led.
@@billstools5244 aww I guess I have to call them. Thank You.
Que bueno el poder reemplazar el LED...el mio esta quemado...podrían enviar a Venezuela y cuanto seria su valor ? por favor.
link to where you got the replacement please ...
here is the link maglite.com/support/warranty
where did ypu bought the spare parts replacement of your led AA maglite? can you help me out? i have look many website for the spare part but cant find it..
kindly reply please!
Contact maglite, I contacted them and had to only pay for shipping.
@@billstools5244 Mr. Bill thanks for your reply.. God Bless and more power.
Mr. Bill, i forgot to asked you regarding the led bulb replacement., it its possible to to replace 90 lumens to 272 or 351 lumens led bulb on the old aluminium case of 90 lumens mini maglite AA
That grease will damge the rubs
Market kit adapter?
Amigo nesecito ese mismo bombillo para mi linterna como y en donde lo consigo si me puede orientar le agradezco
Donde compro los repuestos para la linterna, por favor podría dar dirección.
Putting wd40 on those plastic pieces probably isn't a good idea. I think that's why the ring broke. Oil makes some plastics brittle. Silicone dry lube might be the best
Agreed
nice blade, what is that?
It’s a benchmade
remember which model?
@@dougmungavin5592 benchmade 665 apb
thank you sir
It is the 665 didn’t realize I answered your question with my repair channel name the HVAC hacker
Donde consigo el led.?
Bill , thank you .
I am glad I was able to help
Hey what grease did you use?
I use Wd-40 to clean the light and superlube
@@billstools5244 Interesting, I like using vaseline on the o rings amd threads
Vaseline is petroleum based, not good for o-rings. Use silicone grease.
@@johnvgig Are you sure? Maglite says to use petroleum jelly on the o-rings.
SevereTstormFan If you saw that, from Maglite, then I’d go with it. Possibly the o-rings are made of something other than rubber, that can withstand vaseline. I know from SCUBA diving we use silicon grease. Also at work in the aerospace industry we use specific o-ring grease which is silicon based.
Thanks man, i don't know how replace that thing. Like and sub for your time.
Glad I could help
Quisiera el respuesto de la linterna
I've seen less grease used in a greased pig race
CANNOT HEAR YOU!!, REGARDS
MAG INSTRUMENT, P/N 118-000-178 , MODULE LED 2 CELL
Not found yet any seller.
Call maglite they sell it $7 with shipping
The end screw seized itself on my flashlight. Now its dead forever
Can't hear you!!!
WD-40 is absolutely the worst thing for electronics, and most metals. As I’m sure everyone knows... The name WD 40 stands for “water displacement formula 40“ and is meant to be used as a water displacer and cleaner before adding actual lubricant. Kind of look at it as a petroleum base none of operating brake cleaner.
It’s not meant as a lubricant or rust inhibitor. And it will slowly destroy many things because of the petroleum and other products in its contents.
Anything that has petroleum distillate in the formula, will absolutely kick ass on electronics, platings, and especially silicones and other rubbers. It will absolutely eat that shit alive… and Considering there are O-rings in all flashlights… then that’s a really bad thing. It will eat all kinds of plastics and slowly remove necessary chemicals that keep the plastics and polymers stable. That’s why you will see cracks in your plastics, your O-rings will start to shred, and any rubber textured surfaces will start to become sticky over time. Just like the rubber over molding on cordless drills… If you get any type of petroleum distillate on it… Over time it will eat it away and become a sticky buggery mess.
And the “dome“ over the top of the LED can be made from many types of rubberized materials… But anything containing petroleum distillate will work it’s way up under there… Even the tiniest microscopic amount of fluid... because Capillary action can be a real bitch.
There’s nothing wrong with removing the clear dome/sphere that covers the LED. Just look it up and do some research because it’s a meticulous task. I’m lucky enough to have an electronics lab and microscope that I use to “de-dome“ LEDs. This can greatly increase the functionality of a flashlight but should be done by someone who is experienced. The bond wires on the actual die of the LED are much thinner than human hair and can be broken even with a hard breath.
Thank you
Hacker I got a Maglite that I have had for probably over 20 years it takes 4 D batteries it had a light bulb in it I changed it over to a LED about 8 years ago and it's still kicking I've had it for so long now why replace it when it works. Peace brother
I lost my mag lite now I have to decide to buy old reliable mag lite or check out a streamlight. Whatever I choose it needs to have a holder I can wear on my belt. My pockets are to cluttered and the metal clips never seem to hold good onto my belt. Stuff gets snagged as I squeeze my fat self into tight places
Brightguys.com has a holster for a D cell with Velcro flap
There's Not different modes.
Not that awesome the bug went out in it
Thats from him using w d 40 in it buddy
I wiped it off the board with a rag. Which I did myself
great info but please SPEAK UP
Much too long and not to the point. Please cut things before filming, be ready.
Bad sound...need bigger knife...dip the whole damn thing in a bucket of grease 🤣
Sorry working on getting better sound into recordings
Buy a new one.
12 minutes of video for a 60 second job...
Absolutely useless video. Doesn’t clearly explain how you get the bulb out.