I would be interested in getting the opinions of those who have used these igniters.............are they really worth over a buck apiece? Quest's price is $6.79 plus shipping for a pack of 6. Is there anyone who sells them at a discount from Quest's list price?

Joe

Q2G2's are awesome! If you're lighting clusters, it's the only way to go. They are pricey, but Quest has them on sale a couple times a year, and Hobbylinc sells them for a bit less every day.

http://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/qus/qus7024.htm

I've never had a failure lighting a cluster with them, up to seven motors.

*Just noticed Hobbylinc shows them "out of stock" sorry.*

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I agree, very dependable ignition, never had a failure. And with the long leads, can be used on clusters without the need for a clip whip.

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2015 motors - 1469 n/s (200 flights)
2016 motors - 1238 n/s (175 flights)
2017 motors - 1/2A-4, A-26, B-52, C-47, D-6, E-7, F-3 = 1238 n/s (138 flights)
2018 motors - 1128 n/s (104 flights)
2019 motors - 2241 n/s (189 flights)
2020 motors(thru 7/25/20) - 1/8A-1, 1/2A-3, A-14, B-23, C-27, D-11, E-6, F-2 = 876 n/s (81 flights)

I also like the straw that holds them in, much better than the Estes plug, in my opinion. Same as above, they are perfect for clusters. I've only used upto 4 motors, but done it a half dozen times or more and not one failure.

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My favorite way to get 'em is to buy bulk Quest motor packs on sale then use Estes igniters in the Quest motors (well-used B6/C6 plugs work fine). Then I have the Q2G2s for clusters. I've never had a cluster failure.

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Belleville Hobby has a slightly better price : http://bellevillehobby.com/accessor...5-igniters-6pkg
And has the longer lead 2-packs:
http://bellevillehobby.com/accessor...8-igniters-2pkg

Sonic igniters with 10 inch leads, 4 to a pack @ $4.19 a pack
http://bellevillehobby.com/accessor...igniters-4-pack

Hope this helps...

For a single engine launch I would agree they are overpriced. Estes type ignitors are fine.

But for clusters, or dual deploy charges, you can't beat the Q2G2

I wait for sales and buy the 24 pack

Just wanted to say a quick 'Thanks!' to all of you who posted in response to my request for info on these igniters. I think I'll give them a try for clustering. I'll take the tip offered and wait until Quest puts them on sale. Thanks again, guys.

Joe

Beware that they require almost as low a firing current as an electric match. When using an Estes controller just by placing the key in for the continuity light can fire them. Estes controllers should be converted to a continuity LED for low current draw.

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I have always thought Estes should make their igniters a little more durable like Quest. Either that or Quest make theirs compatible with Estes controller...
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