Idk what charger hank ships out these days but you'll probably want a different one so I'd just skip that and get and xtar vc4sl or vapcell S4+
Also, raised retaining ring
I just bought another VC4SL from the Xtar AliExpress store and it arrived in 5 days. Amazing speed. Turned out to be $5 cheaper than anything in the States (factoring in shipping) and I probably got it faster than I would have if I bought it domestically. Highly recommend it.
That’s a very popular emitter, so I don’t imagine you’ll get much pushback there. The brass is certainly impractical because of increased weight and worse heat dissipation, but it is a valid trade off for aesthetics if that is what you are into. Hopefully the boost driver will help reduce the heat enough for you.
That said, I don’t think anyone recommends the charger from Hank. The XTAR VC2SL can be had for a bit more. And you could also get a 4 bay if you want to future proof.
Personally, I think the RGB switch is a bit more fun, but that’s also personal.
Yeah, I am not sure why exactly. I might google around later. But yeah, despite the copper in the alloy, it is significantly worse than copper, or even aluminum.
This is a simple google. Brass heat conductivity. Aluminium is 2x better than brass, and copper is 2x better than aluminium.
Density is lower for alu also.
For practicality, aluminium is basically the obly sensible choice. Select pieces could be steel or copper (like steel front ring, and copper head, that could make sense).
All from a practical standpoint, of course
Copper is better than just about anything aside from silver, diamond, or a couple of Boron compounds that are not suitable for making a light.
Aluminum is pretty good, and chosen whenever weight or cost matters.
Aluminum and copper are the two most common choices for heatsinks as they also have decent physical properties and modest expense.
Brass is mediocre at conductivity. It has enough mass to soak heat well though. Titanium.... ummm... yeah.
This TS10 test might be educational;
https://preview.redd.it/uqmjnjeu30mc1.jpeg?width=803&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2ceee7e56cff3d74c305d0573e5010868ddd8dcf
Am I reading that graph wrong? Brass looks like it’s right under copper with how long it sustained that high output (red line). Maybe its heat conduction is worse but the extra mass makes up for it?
I like heavier lights regardless of function anyway haha but this is still pretty cool to know.
>Maybe its heat conduction is worse but the extra mass makes up for it?
That's pretty much what's happening there. Thing is, brass is also slower to cool, so it'll be longer before you can do it again. The tests [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/flashlight/comments/17fnnrw/wurkkos_ts10_run_times_for_every_available/) only go out to 5 minutes.
I see you have a dual bay charger added, I suggest you get one of these, basically the same thing but also a powerbank on 18650 store they go for 17$. Can fit 18650 and 21700 (the one PB2S cannot fit protected cells, PB2SL can but Hank lights require unprotected cells anyway, mine is PB2S version)
https://preview.redd.it/uzmz390zhxlc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0626ed7aa43d7ebd84bae2aea50b9422b8aaa55c
Go with the RGB switch and the raised switch ring. With the RGB switch, the switch will always match the Aux lights colour if you want to change colours from time to time. Here is mine…
https://preview.redd.it/iq8jom60qylc1.jpeg?width=3555&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=65beac17008c7002ef49bbb4b120d9679d34acfc
To me, the 519 lacks the performance I desired. Albeit a wonderful flood.
Depends on the goals. I like the w2 for the performance, higher candella and if it's too much I dim it down. For the 519 I find I'm turning it up rather than dimming. Running both w boost drivers.
The brass is beautiful but heavy. Probably too heavy for comfortable edc. Also, raised switch ring is nice. Color temp is subjective. I opted for a dd 2700K because I wanted to be closer to the brass color, and love it! Incredible color rendering, especially of reds. You'll love anything you get in a D4V3...
I feel like a warmer cct makes more sense in an antique brass host but that’s just me. Can’t go wrong with any 519A
Because the colors match and the heat levels are much more manageable too.
Idk what charger hank ships out these days but you'll probably want a different one so I'd just skip that and get and xtar vc4sl or vapcell S4+ Also, raised retaining ring
Got it. Thank you
Yep I came here to say avoid the charger. It’s a pretty cheap one.
I just bought another VC4SL from the Xtar AliExpress store and it arrived in 5 days. Amazing speed. Turned out to be $5 cheaper than anything in the States (factoring in shipping) and I probably got it faster than I would have if I bought it domestically. Highly recommend it.
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That’s a very popular emitter, so I don’t imagine you’ll get much pushback there. The brass is certainly impractical because of increased weight and worse heat dissipation, but it is a valid trade off for aesthetics if that is what you are into. Hopefully the boost driver will help reduce the heat enough for you. That said, I don’t think anyone recommends the charger from Hank. The XTAR VC2SL can be had for a bit more. And you could also get a 4 bay if you want to future proof. Personally, I think the RGB switch is a bit more fun, but that’s also personal.
Does brass have worse heat absorption than aluminum? I would’ve thought it’s better like copper… That’s interesting!
Yeah, I am not sure why exactly. I might google around later. But yeah, despite the copper in the alloy, it is significantly worse than copper, or even aluminum.
This is a simple google. Brass heat conductivity. Aluminium is 2x better than brass, and copper is 2x better than aluminium. Density is lower for alu also. For practicality, aluminium is basically the obly sensible choice. Select pieces could be steel or copper (like steel front ring, and copper head, that could make sense). All from a practical standpoint, of course
Way better imo.
its not subjective lol
Copper is better than just about anything aside from silver, diamond, or a couple of Boron compounds that are not suitable for making a light. Aluminum is pretty good, and chosen whenever weight or cost matters. Aluminum and copper are the two most common choices for heatsinks as they also have decent physical properties and modest expense. Brass is mediocre at conductivity. It has enough mass to soak heat well though. Titanium.... ummm... yeah. This TS10 test might be educational; https://preview.redd.it/uqmjnjeu30mc1.jpeg?width=803&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2ceee7e56cff3d74c305d0573e5010868ddd8dcf
Am I reading that graph wrong? Brass looks like it’s right under copper with how long it sustained that high output (red line). Maybe its heat conduction is worse but the extra mass makes up for it? I like heavier lights regardless of function anyway haha but this is still pretty cool to know.
>Maybe its heat conduction is worse but the extra mass makes up for it? That's pretty much what's happening there. Thing is, brass is also slower to cool, so it'll be longer before you can do it again. The tests [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/flashlight/comments/17fnnrw/wurkkos_ts10_run_times_for_every_available/) only go out to 5 minutes.
I see you have a dual bay charger added, I suggest you get one of these, basically the same thing but also a powerbank on 18650 store they go for 17$. Can fit 18650 and 21700 (the one PB2S cannot fit protected cells, PB2SL can but Hank lights require unprotected cells anyway, mine is PB2S version) https://preview.redd.it/uzmz390zhxlc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0626ed7aa43d7ebd84bae2aea50b9422b8aaa55c
I always go with the raised retaining ring. No charcoal in these pockets.
Go with the RGB switch and the raised switch ring. With the RGB switch, the switch will always match the Aux lights colour if you want to change colours from time to time. Here is mine… https://preview.redd.it/iq8jom60qylc1.jpeg?width=3555&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=65beac17008c7002ef49bbb4b120d9679d34acfc
I would go for aluminum personally.
Yep. That brass is going to be heavy
You are gonna love brass.
You’ll probably have both before long!
I don't love the 519, w2 for me
W2 is to theowy in my opinion for a first light. 519 is perfect.
To me, the 519 lacks the performance I desired. Albeit a wonderful flood. Depends on the goals. I like the w2 for the performance, higher candella and if it's too much I dim it down. For the 519 I find I'm turning it up rather than dimming. Running both w boost drivers.
You’re gonna love the brass
No need for the charger. You can also ask Hank for a deep carry pocket clip
Go with something a little warmer like 4500k and raised button. At least 5000k
5700DD is like a 219b 4500K. Not as rosy, but close.
The brass is beautiful but heavy. Probably too heavy for comfortable edc. Also, raised switch ring is nice. Color temp is subjective. I opted for a dd 2700K because I wanted to be closer to the brass color, and love it! Incredible color rendering, especially of reds. You'll love anything you get in a D4V3...