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Pedaleur
Also, my calculations for a 3W/6V Shimano showed the limit to be about 1000mA, at which point the inductance limits the current. This is at odds with SweetLou's statement of 500mA -- I could certainly be off in my measurements. Nevertheless, I use two CREE's rated to 1000mA just to be safe.
Interesting, what hub was this? I haven't done any testing myself but if there is a hub that can produce 1000mA, I would be very interested in it. This would simplify some lighting systems I am thinking of making.