For those on the fence about Labradar

[Steel head]

I got to try out a Labradar today.

Worked really well.
I was impressed!

My 140 BTHP plinker load was still happy

 

[garandman]

That plug....is it electric or battery operated?

I'm gonna end up getting one, I think. My MagnetoSpeed works, but I like this idea better.

 

[tunaman]

I cant for the life of me figure out how anybody could need LESS sensitivity. So far this is my only complaint. I'm actually wondering if mine has a sensitivity problem

Probably a necessity for those wanting to use it with .338, .460, .50...

I finally found a used one needing a new home last week, and am planning to take it out for its first session tomorrow. I’ll be working up data for my .260 loads, and my buddy has some .308 load work to evaluate so we should be able to put it through the paces.

 

[tunaman]

That plug....is it electric or battery operated?

It can run off of AA batteries or a USB battery bank.

 

[OverWatching]

I put my Labradar in a pelican case for transport, but it has been to some bad places with me and always come back just fine.

 

[dave300]

It can run off of AA batteries or a USB battery bank.

Correct, but you'll want the auxiliary battery pack, it eats thru AA batteries. It’s not even a question.

 

[Rover31]

I'm that guy on the fence.

Here is what I came up with... why do you not see Labradars up for sale? It is a rare occasion to see one come up for sale. Not a lot of Magnetospeeds out there either but it is more often for that to show up.
Guess I'm in the market for a Labradar.

 

[charnicus]

I'm that guy on the fence.

Here is what I came up with... why do you not see Labradars up for sale? It is a rare occasion to see one come up for sale. Not a lot of Magnetospeeds out there either but it is more often for that to show up.
Guess I'm in the market for a Labradar.

I don’t think you’ll regret the decision. Especially if you want to use it with multiple guns. Fiddling with mounts and tiny screws in the dirt and grass got tiresome for me.

 

[Shadow knows]

I use an old computer bag, has good padding. I hook the bag to the tripod at the center for weight.

I did have a buddy print some corner protectors Incase it blows over. Lmk what you think.

 

[charnicus]

I use an old computer bag, has good padding. I hook the bag to the tripod at the center for weight.

I did have a buddy print some corner protectors Incase it blows over. Lmk what you think.

That looks legit. I think accidentally kicking it over is far more likely than wind blowing it over but better safe than sorry.

 

[*Tavman*]

Good info. I've been on the fence for several months. Really thinking about picking up a Lab Radar.

 

[BigBlastin300win]

I feel like the labradar vs magnetospeed debates here are worse than any sports rivalry.

@Racer88 that can be tricky, but as long as people aren’t shooting across your lane, you should be ok. Getting it set up, and knowing how close you need to be, and what settings are ideal to pick up your shot without being too sensitive takes some trial. Probably best combined with the accelerometer trigger.

I had a magnetospeed, then the wiring in the bayonet went bad and I switched to the labradar. The labradar is a much better experience for me.

This is what I have for aiming my labradar. It has become very fast for me to chrono a batch of guns now.

It can run off of AA batteries or a USB battery bank.

What USB battery bank do you recommend?

 

[BugIn762]

I like my Labradar.
Like above, I use a $3000 tablet in the field and don't drop it every chance I get.

I multi tasked a lower portion of a high-power spotting scope stand and put a Pergear head on it for bench use.

No problems with 22 lr up to 458 win mag and Muzzleloader.
Powered by 20v Dewalt battery with USB accessory.

I use MK trigger and cell phone app.

It's the cat's meow.

 

[TeamAllen]

What USB battery bank do you recommend?

Labradar sells one.

USB Rechargeable Battery Pack (U.S. & Canada Only)

THIS BATTERY CAN ONLY BE SHIPPED TO U.S. AND CANADA ADDRESSES. A rechargeable USB battery bank is the perfect solution to power LabRadar. While the system works great on AA batteries you can extend the shooting day with this 10,000 mAh rechargeable power bank. It is supplied with heavy duty 3M...

buymylabradar.com

I use an Anker from Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0194WDVHI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

There are some 3D printable mounts for the external batteries as well as some upgraded sighting options.

labradar anker 10000 battery holder by quiksilverj

Battery holder that will clip onto the sides or top of the labradar

www.thingiverse.com

Labradar External Battery Holder by chphead24

This is a labradar external battery mount for the official Labradar battery. Version 2.0 fits better on the radar and has a little bit fatter clip which should last longer

www.thingiverse.com

More Lab Radar Sight(s) - remix by

6(!) of LabRadar Sights - remix https://youtu.be/qufyW-nAT5shttps://youtu.be/H7xscamld3s changes: deeper line of sight hidden screw head find similar: thingiverse file 4361424 thingiverse file 3142671 thingiverse file 2112179 thingiverse file 2782564 thingiverse file 4032938

www.thingiverse.com

 

[6.5SH]

Labradar sells one.

USB Rechargeable Battery Pack (U.S. & Canada Only)

THIS BATTERY CAN ONLY BE SHIPPED TO U.S. AND CANADA ADDRESSES. A rechargeable USB battery bank is the perfect solution to power LabRadar. While the system works great on AA batteries you can extend the shooting day with this 10,000 mAh rechargeable power bank. It is supplied with heavy duty 3M...

buymylabradar.com

I use an Anker from Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0194WDVHI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

There are some 3D printable mounts for the external batteries as well as some upgraded sighting options.

labradar anker 10000 battery holder by quiksilverj

Battery holder that will clip onto the sides or top of the labradar

www.thingiverse.com

Labradar External Battery Holder by chphead24

This is a labradar external battery mount for the official Labradar battery. Version 2.0 fits better on the radar and has a little bit fatter clip which should last longer

www.thingiverse.com

More Lab Radar Sight(s) - remix by

6(!) of LabRadar Sights - remix https://youtu.be/qufyW-nAT5shttps://youtu.be/H7xscamld3s changes: deeper line of sight hidden screw head find similar: thingiverse file 4361424 thingiverse file 3142671 thingiverse file 2112179 thingiverse file 2782564 thingiverse file 4032938

www.thingiverse.com

One of those sights made with a smaller hole that could be tapped 7/32x40 tpi would be interesting to try with various Williams apertures.

 

[6.5SH]

How does one acquire one of those battery holders? The second image for the LR battery. Found this here on the hide and got one. arkomachine.com a badass base for benchrest shooters or you prone guys. Best of the bunch.

Need a 3d printer or know someone who has one. IIRC there are sites where you can order a 3d print.

EDIT:

Thingiverse 3D Printing Service Help Center

Thingiverse has the largest online 3D printing community of designers and makers where you can find over 2 million original 3D...

www.treatstock.com

Not used them so not an endorsement.