DIY BUILD Light cap’s

Published on August 12, 2025
Duration: 5:21

This video provides a DIY guide for creating custom light caps for Streamlight Protac HLX lights, aiming to save money and prevent accidental discharges. The process involves drilling holes in a plastic material, cutting it to size, and securing it with shot cord and rubber bands. The presenter emphasizes angling the holes for a better fit and using knots and melted ends to prevent fraying. The guide offers practical tips for a secure and functional light cap.

Quick Summary

Create a DIY light cap for your Streamlight Protac HLX by drilling holes in plastic, cutting to size, and securing with shot cord and rubber bands. Angling the holes and melting cord ends prevents fraying and ensures a better fit, saving money and preventing accidental light activation.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction: DIY Light Caps
  2. 00:24Supplies Needed
  3. 00:49Drilling Holes
  4. 01:31Safety Tip: Ventilation
  5. 02:04Boring Holes Out
  6. 02:16Determining Material Length
  7. 02:42Lesson Learned: Angled Holes
  8. 03:15Tying the Knots
  9. 03:36Hack: Threading the Cord
  10. 04:04Using Rubber Bands for Alignment
  11. 04:41Heat Considerations
  12. 05:07Final Product

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make a DIY light cap for my Streamlight Protac HLX?

To make a DIY light cap, you'll need to drill holes in a plastic material, cut it to size, and then thread shot cord through the holes. Secure the cord with knots and melt the ends to prevent fraying. Angling the holes can improve the fit, and rubber bands can help keep the cords tidy.

What materials are needed to create a DIY light cap for a weapon light?

For a DIY light cap, you'll typically need a drill with bits, a piece of plastic material, shot cord, and rubber bands (or ranger bands). A flame source like a lighter is also useful for melting the ends of the cord to prevent fraying.

Why is it important to have a light cap on a weapon-mounted light?

A light cap serves multiple purposes, primarily to prevent accidental activation of the weapon light, which could give away your position or drain the battery. It also protects the lens from damage and can help prevent debris from entering the light.

What are some tips for ensuring a good fit for a DIY light cap?

To ensure a good fit, consider drilling holes at an angle rather than straight through the material, especially near the end of the cap. Also, leave sufficient length of shot cord to tie secure knots and adjust the tension properly.

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