Luminus SFT-40
Reddit take
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Pros
- The larger hotspot is actually expected with the 42R - it has a bigger die size but similar lumen output, so you get more throw with a slightly wider beam patern than the SFT40.
- Arguably, for a strict thrower, the SFT40 (or SFT-25R) is great.
- I think SFT40 with a cleaner beam would be an endgame light for me. It's the best all round emitter imo
- SFT40 blows it away (imho)
- If you want throwy & warm, the 3000k SFT40 & SFT70 are by far the best options.
Cons
- Same goes for SFT40, I've found at ≥3A R9 is 80.
- I didn't expect the 42R to have such a large hot spot compared to SFT40. I was hoping for it to be tighter. Output looks awesome though.
- I think your choice of using the sst40 instead of sft40 was a good example how sometimes it's a good decision even though it is the emitter everyone loves to hate
Sentiment
9 positive (75%) · 2 mixed (17%) · 1 negative (8%)
Trust + time weighted score: +65% · raw score 67%
What redditors said (10 of 12)
Same goes for SFT40, I've found at ≥3A R9 is 80.
The larger hotspot is actually expected with the 42R - it has a bigger die size but similar lumen output, so you get more throw with a slightly wider beam patern than the SFT40.
I didn't expect the 42R to have such a large hot spot compared to SFT40. I was hoping for it to be tighter. Output looks awesome though.
Arguably, for a strict thrower, the SFT40 (or SFT-25R) is great.
I think SFT40 with a cleaner beam would be an endgame light for me. It's the best all round emitter imo
SFT40 blows it away (imho)
If you want throwy & warm, the 3000k SFT40 & SFT70 are by far the best options.
My sft40 line and nichia 519a are just pure yellow or pure white
This is a Fantastic Blend of output in lumens, and throw. This emitter is extremely tough and can handle 10a just fine. I find this emitter to be very utilitarian, it has a wide and fat beam, with good candela.
I think your choice of using the sst40 instead of sft40 was a good example how sometimes it's a good decision even though it is the emitter everyone loves to hate
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