Protege V1/V1.1 Mechanical Switch compatible with Prodigy V2.*?

[the86d]

The Portege switch picture look identical to the V2.* Upgraded switch:
The Protege V1.1 Mechanical Switch

Will this work on my V2.*'s?

 

[CaSHMeRe]

hey the86d ...

no, they are not compatible. 2 Completely Different Sizes ... While they work the same (like the ICON & V3 switches) they are not the same size.

 

[HyOnLyph]

Hi. I got my Protege as a gift. Is there a way to tell what version it is. Does the switch have a ser # or something?

 

[firhill]

Hi. I got my Protege as a gift. Is there a way to tell what version it is. Does the switch have a ser # or something?

I believe all V1.1's have a hole drilled into the endcap.


Upgrades from V1 to V1.1 Include:

1) New 3 Piece Adapter - Completely Stainless Steel - No Brass. Adapter *canal* has also been downsized and not as deep.
2) Locked In Place Mechanical Switch (Completely Stainless Exterior - No Plastic Showing) [Button Housing and Button = Stainless Steel]
3) Larger Thread Pitch on End Cap

 

[HyOnLyph]

firhill
Wow, thanks for that info. Evidently I have a V.1. It has the brass 901 connector in the center of the head and a deep well. Also the endcap threads are fine threads. And the battery end has no hole in it.
I must have a new button because it is all stainless steel. No plastic.

Thanks for the help.

Should I order new switches/buttons? Or is there maintenance that helps them connect better? Do I need to clean them?

 

[firhill]

Should I order new switches/buttons? Or is there maintenance that helps them connect better? Do I need to clean them?

Whatever mechanical switch you have should last you forever.

The only thing(s) that may ever "wear out" on the mechanical switches would be the contact posts (from pitting) and the copper washer (from continually sanding it down).
As for the old original electrical switches, they create more of a problem as they require soldering and replacement of the tact switch on a more regular basis.

I don't think Steve will mind if I post Curtis' video on "how to care for you PS switch" here....

 

[btngchck]

Whatever mechanical switch you have should last you forever.

The only thing(s) that may ever "wear out" on the mechanical switches would be the contact posts (from pitting) and the copper washer (from continually sanding it down).
As for the old original electrical switches, they create more of a problem as they require soldering and replacement of the tact switch on a more regular basis.

I don't think Steve will mind if I post Curtis' video on "how to care for you PS switch" here....

Thanks for the post firhill................I am anxiously awaiting my new toy....I had no clue what I bought, now I'm really geeked!

 

[HyOnLyph]

This is a great feeling mod. Light and fits nice in the hand. I hope you like yours. If you don't, PM me. I know someone who will take it off your hands.

Thanks for the post firhill................I am anxiously awaiting my new toy....I had no clue what I bought, now I'm really geeked!

 

[btngchck]

Hey there Hy....I'm loving it! However, I'm having the switch issue......sometimes fidgity. I'm thinking it's something I will just have to deal with. It is a power horse when it hits!

 

[HyOnLyph]

Yeah, me too. It seems to require a lot of pressure or a rocky motion to get it to hit. I'm not sure what maintenance is required. I'll check out the website to see if there's anything. If anyone here knows, feel free to chime in. Thanks

edit... found the cleaning procedure on youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1UelOlVcy0

 

[btngchck]

Thanks Hy .....I'll check it out. Saw the one with the sandpaper, but I don't have any. I own just enough tools and stuff to make me dangerous.

 

[HyOnLyph]

a clean dry teflon scrubber would probably do fine. I guess the switch needs to be cleaned periodically b.c. it gets corrosive buildup that causes it to lose contact. Blessings.

 

[btngchck]

Thanks Hy....I'll give it a shot!!