Light attachment for bino harness - 3D printed

[CAM_D]

My headlamp is usually in the top of my pack, but my bino harness is always on me. I have a Fenix headlamp that has a common style body, so I designed and printed a simple mount for the light to attach to the bottom of my marsupial harness. This way the light will always be there, and if it gets dark while packing out, or when I've dropped my pack, I can reach below and turn it on. The angle of the light is adjustable by twisting it in the mount. Waist and chest height lights do a better job of showing ground features and are becoming more popular in the ultrarunning community for this reason.

 

[goodorbit]

Very nicely done!

 

[nnmarcher]

That’s a great idea. I’ve seen the hip belt lights but never thought about applying the idea to hunting. Nice 3D print too!

 

[Mt Al]

Very cool! Taking DIY to the next level for sure on this one: simple/wicked functional

 

[justinspicher]

That’s a cool and simple fix.

 

[JollyRoger]

Nice work! I’m assuming it’s a pretty snug clip… so there’s no danger of it falling out when you least expect?

 

[CAM_D]

Nice work! I’m assuming it’s a pretty snug clip… so there’s no danger of it falling out when you least expect?

Thank you! Very snug fit. You really have to try to get it out of there.

 

[Steve O]

My headlamp is usually in the top of my pack, but my bino harness is always on me. I have a Fenix headlamp that has a common style body, so I designed and printed a simple mount for the light to attach to the bottom of my marsupial harness. This way the light will always be there, and if it gets dark while packing out, or when I've dropped my pack, I can reach below and turn it on. The angle of the light is adjustable by twisting it in the mount. Waist and chest height lights do a better job of showing ground features and are becoming more popular in the ultrarunning community for this reason. View attachment 603795View attachment 603796

I use a Fenix like that. How much for two?

 

[CAM_D]

I use a Fenix like that. How much for two?

I am traveling this week but when I get home I can print you a couple. They cost next to nothing to print so maybe $5 plus shipping for the 2?

 

[Mike D Texas]

Very cool idea.


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[CAM_D]

Here's what it looks like in 3d model. Very simple and is a tight fit into the molle straps. It takes a little working to get it in.

 

[rsltid13]

Would you be willing to share the stl

 

[WoodBow]

Very cool idea.

 

[packer58]

Here's what it looks like in 3d model. Very simple and is a tight fit into the molle straps. It takes a little working to get it in.
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I see a potential market for these for sure, velcro "could" be another attachment option for those without Mole straps ..... nice design ..

 

[CAM_D]

I see a potential market for these for sure, velcro "could" be another attachment option for those without Mole straps ..... nice design ..

I emailed Marsupial with my idea last week and got a quick and excited reply. Let's see if they bring something similar to market.

 

[DakotaBPNW]

Awesome design. I was thinking a small but of velcro like is used for strap keepers could be wrapped around the light and mount for additional security. I’m sure it would take a lot to pop the light out but extra caution never hurts

 

[CAM_D]

Awesome design. I was thinking a small but of velcro like is used for strap keepers could be wrapped around the light and mount for additional security. I’m sure it would take a lot to pop the light out but extra caution never hurts

That would be an easy addition. I could even add a groove in the base for the strap to fit.

 

[mtnwrunner]

Very nice. I carry two of those fenix lights.....great lights.

Randy

 

[SWOHTR]

A modern take on the military “moonbeam” flashlight. Love it.

 

[CAM_D]

made some strength changes and lifted it a little to keep the light housing from rubbing the molle strap. Also confirmed that it fits my T&K harness just as well as my Marsupial.