SWPS Safety Equipment Blog http://blog.swps.com Police Emergency Vehicle Equipment, Cars, Flashlights & Fleet Management Mon, 10 Aug 2009 23:30:32 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7 en hourly 1 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS in our shop for installation http://blog.swps.com/2009/07/31/2010-chevrolet-camaro-ss-in-our-shop-for-installation/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/07/31/2010-chevrolet-camaro-ss-in-our-shop-for-installation/#comments Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:03:22 +0000 Kevin http://blog.swps.com/?p=321 Customer dropped off their 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS at our installation facility for install of stealth undercover lights and siren.

Pre-install video of the car and products we will be using can be seen here.

Our Youtube account has videos of some of our previous installs.

Added 10CSS02 Camaro Video to SWPS Camaro install page

]]> http://blog.swps.com/2009/07/31/2010-chevrolet-camaro-ss-in-our-shop-for-installation/feed/ New Streamlight Inventory In-Stock http://blog.swps.com/2009/07/10/new-streamlight-inventory-in-stock/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/07/10/new-streamlight-inventory-in-stock/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:11:52 +0000 Kevin http://blog.swps.com/?p=313

We have received some new inventory from Streamlight:

  • Streamlight Sidewinder Compact C4 LED with IR
  • Streamlight PolyTac LED and Xenon versions
  • Streamlight PackMate Camo and Blaze Orange

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Visit our SWPS New Product page to see all of our new product inventory.

Thanks and have a nice day.

]]> http://blog.swps.com/2009/07/10/new-streamlight-inventory-in-stock/feed/ How do I sight-in the laser on my M6? http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/how-do-i-sight-in-the-laser-on-my-m6/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/how-do-i-sight-in-the-laser-on-my-m6/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:22:39 +0000 SWPS http://blog.swps.com/?p=138 There are two adjustment screws located on the laser housing (elevation and windage). There is only one distance where the bullet path will coincide with the laser. On a normal weapon, the sights are mounted above the bore line and are adjusted to look slightly down with relation to the bore line. When the weapon is fired, the bullet “climbs” (actually, a bullet DROPS from the bore line from the moment it first leaves the barrel, but the bore is tilted upward slightly so the bullet is physically traveling upward for a short distance), crosses the sight line, reaches its upward peak (the peak of the “mid-range trajectory” ), descends to cross the sight line a SECOND time, and after that it’s all downhill. How the sights are adjusted, along with the muzzle velocity of the bullet (a 10mm is faster than a .45, and a rifle faster yet), determine where these points occur. The user must decide how high above or below the sight line the bullet can be allowed to strike and adjust the sights accordingly. A laser is seldom mounted above the bore line. It is usually below or to the side. This means the bullet crosses the laser sight line ONLY ONCE. This point is the “zero range.” For a laser mounted below the bore, at distances less than the zero range the bullet will be above the sight line. Beyond the sight line it will be below. The bullet will deviate from the sight line FASTER WITH A LASER than with conventional sights. If mounted to the side, the bullet will also deviate to the side of the laser line as well free video poker how to play backgammon no deposit bonus online casino 888 no download casino play roulette craps game black jack download american roulette play video poker baccarat free casino game no download online casino free money on line casino wagering roulette online online casino betting free online casino slots free craps best casino roulette gambling internet casino gambling uk best casino online full pay video poker no deposit casino code best craps game black jack tournament best online casino site craps online game newest online casino free slots no download play blackjack online free dueces wild video poker black jack gambling online video poker game free casino cash no deposit video poker tutorial play free video poker how to win at black jack casino roulette casino guide how to win at roulette rules of craps casino game online real money backgammon baccarat casino online free video poker game play free video poker video poker odds video poker tournaments as up and down. In practice, an M6 on a handgun can be adjusted to keep the bullet strike within about 2″ high and 2″ low out to about 100 feet, which is better than most people, and a lot of guns, can shoot.

]]> http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/how-do-i-sight-in-the-laser-on-my-m6/feed/ Q:Can I mount a Stinger on a weapon? http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/qcan-i-mount-a-stinger-on-a-weapon/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/qcan-i-mount-a-stinger-on-a-weapon/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:22:39 +0000 SWPS http://blog.swps.com/?p=140 A: Streamlight does not currently make weapons mounts for the Stinger. We have not thoroughly tested the Stinger in weapons mounted applications although limited testing has shown no problems.

]]> http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/qcan-i-mount-a-stinger-on-a-weapon/feed/ My M6 seems to fit extremely tightly when I place it on a weapon other than a Glock. Is the M6 defective? http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/my-m6-seems-to-fit-extremely-tightly-when-i-place-it-on-a-weapon-other-than-a-glock-is-the-m6-defective/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/my-m6-seems-to-fit-extremely-tightly-when-i-place-it-on-a-weapon-other-than-a-glock-is-the-m6-defective/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:21:42 +0000 SWPS http://blog.swps.com/?p=136 The M6 is designed for use on a Glock mounting-rail. Some weapons employ the dimensions and specifications of the Glock mounting rail while other weapons conform to the MIL-STD-1913 (Picatinny). The difference in the tolerances will affect the fit of the M6 on a weapon-mounting rail. It is important to maintain the original configuration of the M6. The mounting should not be modified as that could affect the reliability of the laser aiming system. In-house testing has shown that affixing the light to the mounting rail and allowing it to “set-up” for a few days can allow the mounting to conform more suitably. Additionally, try to fit the light onto the mounting rail without the locking-bar. If the light fits better the locking bar may need some adjustment to help improve the fit. The top of the locking bar may have a tiny amount of flash on it from the molding process. Lightly scraping this material away with a sharp knife or file should help the fit. Try not to be too aggressive at first. You may have to repeat the process several times to get a better fit. It is not necessary to remove much of the material.

]]> http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/my-m6-seems-to-fit-extremely-tightly-when-i-place-it-on-a-weapon-other-than-a-glock-is-the-m6-defective/feed/ Q: Is the Streamlight 4AA waterproof and suitable for recreational diving? http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-is-the-4aa-waterproof-and-suitable-for-recreational-diving/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-is-the-4aa-waterproof-and-suitable-for-recreational-diving/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:21:12 +0000 SWPS http://blog.swps.com/?p=142 A: No. The Streamlight 4AA LED Flashlight really isn’t a diving light. Water pressure against the switch will turn it on at as little as 15 feet. The current rating is IP67 which is one meter for 30 minutes.

]]> http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-is-the-4aa-waterproof-and-suitable-for-recreational-diving/feed/ Q: What is the difference between the Titanium TT-3C UV and the Black TT-3CUV? http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-what-is-the-difference-between-the-titanium-tt-3c-uv-and-the-black-tt-3cuv/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-what-is-the-difference-between-the-titanium-tt-3c-uv-and-the-black-tt-3cuv/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:21:12 +0000 SWPS http://blog.swps.com/?p=144 A: The titanium model features (6) 390 nm LED’s. The black version contains UV LED’s with 2 different nanometer ratings: (3) 375 nm LED’s and (3) 390 nm LED’s. The wavelength of the UV LED’s determine what types of UV images can be observed.

]]> http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-what-is-the-difference-between-the-titanium-tt-3c-uv-and-the-black-tt-3cuv/feed/ Q: Can I convert my SL-20, 20X, 20XP or 35X to an LED model? http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-can-i-convert-my-sl-20-20x-20xp-or-35x-to-an-led-model/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-can-i-convert-my-sl-20-20x-20xp-or-35x-to-an-led-model/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:21:12 +0000 SWPS http://blog.swps.com/?p=146 A: No.

]]> http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-can-i-convert-my-sl-20-20x-20xp-or-35x-to-an-led-model/feed/ Q: Can the Fire Vulcan be field-modified to have a mode in which the main bulb is steadily lighted and the taillights flash? http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-can-the-fire-vulcan-be-field-modified-to-have-a-mode-in-which-the-main-bulb-is-steadily-lighted-and-the-taillights-flash/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-can-the-fire-vulcan-be-field-modified-to-have-a-mode-in-which-the-main-bulb-is-steadily-lighted-and-the-taillights-flash/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:21:12 +0000 SWPS http://blog.swps.com/?p=148 A: No. This would require a factory modification of the circuit board and is not currently available.

]]> http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-can-the-fire-vulcan-be-field-modified-to-have-a-mode-in-which-the-main-bulb-is-steadily-lighted-and-the-taillights-flash/feed/ Q: I have the steady charger. Will the fast charger shorten the life of my battery? http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-i-have-the-steady-charger-will-the-fast-charger-shorten-the-life-of-my-battery/ http://blog.swps.com/2009/01/04/q-i-have-the-steady-charger-will-the-fast-charger-shorten-the-life-of-my-battery/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:21:12 +0000 SWPS http://blog.swps.com/?p=150 A: No. Batteries have an expected number of charge/discharge cycles (the number varies by the type of battery). Streamlight fast chargers safely revert to a maintenance charge rate after the battery has been charged.

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