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Convoy T6 vs D3AA
Convoy T6
34 positive (94%) · 2 mixed (6%) · 0 negative (0%)
Trust + time weighted: +94%
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for that I'd rather get a T6. It's more pocketable and has probably very similar throw.
I'd never owned a Convoy before, but after seeing so many people recommend them here, I finally decided to give the T6 a try. I'm really impressed with it. It's easily one of my favorite 14500/1AA tail-switch lights now. The UI is especially nice.
I have an 8A driver in a Brass T6 and that is holdable for about 3-4 minutes, beyond that it's an issue.
budget wise, Convoy T3/T4/T5/T6 with NIMH AA batteries
T6 with SFT25R for throwing power.
D3AA
61 positive (78%) · 15 mixed (19%) · 2 negative (3%)
Trust + time weighted: +75%
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The Emisar D3AA is highly regarded as a top-tier compact flashlight, frequently cited as a benchmark for the AA/14500 dual-fuel category. It is praised for its high-efficiency Freeman driver, which allows for both impressive peak power and extremely low sub-lumen outputs for extended runtimes. Users value its extreme customizability, including various emitter options for high CRI and signature auxiliary lights, though the advanced Anduril UI presents a learning curve for some.
Pros
- Dual-fuel versatility (supports both 14500 Li-ion and standard AA batteries)
- Highly efficient Freeman driver provides excellent regulation and sub-lumen levels
- Extremely compact size, suitable for coin-pocket EDC
- Wide range of customization options for emitters, CCT, and body materials
Cons
- Anduril UI can be complex and intimidating for beginners
- Throttled performance when using alkaline batteries
- Alkaline batteries pose a leakage risk and trigger 'weak battery' mode
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EDC: D3AA with USB-c battery probably
I have the D3AA in copper and don't use it as much as the aluminum because of the weight. It drags the clothing when clipped, whereas the aluminum doesn't. It's a pretty around the house light, though.
Now that it arrived, I'm really happy with the new flashlight and can't wait to use it every day. The CCT is great and all I hoped for. The anodization looks nice, the clip seems strong and the small size is great. I'm also looking forward to using the magnetic tailcap, I've needed that a lot in the past couple of weeks. The most impressive feature is its great driver, looking at the lowest level is just magical.
Added 2 more standby blinky animations: 2 blinks on low, or 1 blink on low. This is for lights like D3AA where "steady low" mode uses too much power, so you can reduce standby power by using a low blink instead. Increases standby time about 4X to 10X on some lights.
the D3AA will trip protection circuits, and everything will go dark. ... Another reason the D3AA does not work well at High output, is that the 1.5V LiIon gets Hot, and this trips the Thermal Sensor in the D3AA.