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Fenix PD32 315 Lumen LED Flashlight

January 19, 2012 by  
Filed under Electronic Gadgets

Fenix 315 Lumen LED Flashlight

 

If you’re a fan of high-end flashlights, then you’ll want to find out more about the Fenix PD32 315 Lumen LED Flashlight. Maglite upped the game years ago in the industrial strength torch market and created a whole new consumer interest in high-end flashlights. Not to mention the commercial application for policemen, security guards, firemen, etc.

But the downside of these traditional high-powered flashlights has been the heavy D cell batteries and the need to dispose of all those batteries when they run down. And if you use your flashlight all the time, you’ll go through a ton of batteries.

The better and brighter technology today is the LED flashlight. These are extremely efficient, more compact devices that can throw an impressively bright beam of light. Combine the LED lamp with a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery and you have a near perfect flashlight. And more eco-friendly too!

The Fenix PD32 315 Lumen LED Flashlight uses a Cree XP-G (R5) LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours. So you won’t be looking for a replacement for quite a while. It can use either two 3 volt CR123A Lithium batteries or a single 18650 rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery. We recommend you go with the rechargeable.

Here’s a cool feature. The light output of this LED flashlight is digitally regulated to maintain constant brightness. It doesn’t start to fade as the batteries discharge. And it’s designed with a safety reverse polarity protection just in case you accidentally install the batteries the wrong way (you can damage the LED if you get the polarity reversed).

The Fenix PD32 LED Flashlight has four separate continuous brightness modes from the lowest power 9 lumen setting up to the brightest turbo 315 lumen setting, and two flash modes. At the brightest 315 lumen setting, the Fenix LED flashlight will throw a super high-powered beam over 400 feet. Now that’s a high-powered torch light!

The amazing thing about the Fenix LED flashlight is that it doesn’t generate excessive heat at the high power. The LED lamp is very efficient. The flashlight is constructed with sturdy industrial strength aircraft grade aluminum and decorated with a beautiful black anodized finish. Only five inches in length and weighing in at a little over two ounces (without the batteries), this is a very powerful LED flashlight in a compact sturdy little package.

Fenix rates the PD32 LED Flashlight at roughly 2 hours of running time at the highest 315 lumen setting, 8 hours at 130 lumens, 16 hours at 70 lumens and up to 200 hours at the lowest power 9 lumens setting. The flashlight is also waterproof, IPX-8 rated underwater to 2 meters.

You’ll also like the price. The Fenix PD32 315 Lumen LED Flashlight comes in at a lower price than other high-end LED flashlights in this range. You can pick up this awesome LED flashlight at Amazon for less than $70. Way to go Fenix!

AvailableAmazon

Price: $67.95

Buy the Fenix 315 Lumen LED Flashlight at Amazon

 

Cute Little LED clips onto 9V batteries Flashlight

July 19, 2011 by  
Filed under DIY Gadgets, Outdoor Gadgets

Battery LED Flashlight

 

There has been lots of different flashlights released over the years. Some big, small, LED, non-LED, however today we bring to you a Cute Little LED Flashlight that clips onto a battery. This handy gadget indicates how simple a flashlight really is. If you are interested in designing a flashlight by yourself all you need is the following:

  • A bulb or a few LEDs (if you are interested in making a LED flashlight)
  • A power source
  • A switch

You also need the connecting wires which will go between the components to connect them.

The Cute Little LED flashlight is not going to provide a strong beam of light, however it will provide enough light to carry out quick simple tasks when you are in stuck in complete darkness.

The actual size of that flashlight is only about one third of the size of a 9V battery which is used to power it. You only need to clip the LED flashlight on to the battery and then press the appropriate power button. This may not be a subversive product, but it is still pretty neat enough, especially at only $7.50.

[Source: Perpetual Kid]

Comfortable and Powerful Illuminating Torch – UB3T Invictus

June 28, 2011 by  
Filed under Outdoor Gadgets

UB3T Invictus Torch

 

How do you choose a torch when there is so many different style and designs available? I am not sure of the answer to that one but I definitely think you should consider the UB3T Invictus. The reason for this is that it has a particularly high-output LED illuminating capabilities with a variety of light levels, strobe, and SOS modes; everything you could possibly need in a torch

Designed with the end user in mind the UB3T Invictus has been manufactured with a CombatGrip which makes it ideal for situations where a torch will be used in conjunction with a handguns. For example, in 24 when Jack Bauer enters a dark building he will typically hold a handgun in one hand with a flashlight in the other illuminating his path. Jack Bauer would probably kill the enemy with the flashlight rather than the gun but that’s a different story altogether.

The CombatGrip offers excellent gripability whether the user has cold wet hands, warm sweaty, or even if they are wearing gloves. What makes it so comfortable is that it is manufactured from aerospace aluminum that has been anodized to produce a thicker natural oxide layer on the surface of the metal parts.

The Invictus torch produces a focused 800-Lumen beam of bright white light which is ideal for circumstances that require searching during extreme dark conditions such as search and rescue operations.

Eight settings to control light levels, specifically from 2 to 800 lumens means you have a light level to suit most conditions. Two other essential settings are the strobe mode and the SOS beacon. The strobe setting typically used for tactical missions must be used with caution as it can cause dizziness and nausea for a small percentage of people who suffer photosensitive epilepsy. The SOS beacon function is for use in emergencies for signaling your whereabouts to rescue workers.

Flashlight failure of the UB3T is almost impossible as there is no filament to burn out or snap. The UB3T claims to be more efficient providing much longer running times compared to similar devices with the same battery requirement.

This is no standard torch but a torch that will probably last a lifetime. At
$695.00 it has a lot to offer which you would expect at that price. This price includes high-energy 123A batteries with 10-year shelf life.

[Source: Surefire]

Infrared Flashlight able to Record Video

April 7, 2009 by  
Filed under Travel Gadgets

Infrared Flashlight Video Recorder

 

How do you go about filming at night when you dont own an expensive night vision camera? Well the Infrared Flashlight is the answer. The Infrared Flashlight Video Recorder produces three levels of brightness from its 3-watt cool-white LED light. Making up the light is 17 LEDs which can illuminate objects 13″ away.

Infrared Flashlight Video Recorder Features

  • Video capture 30fps
  • 640 x 480 resolution
  • 66° field of view
  • Built in 128mb memory
  • 2GB mini-SD card memory slot
  • Built in Microphone
  • Aluminum lightweight construction
  • USB connectivity

Available: Hammacher

Price: $159.95

Buy the Infrared Flashlight Video Recorder at Hammacher Schlemmer

Cordlock Flashlight

February 12, 2009 by  
Filed under Travel Gadgets

cordlock-flashlight         


A simple but effective gadget, the Cordlock Flashlight will be very handy to certain people such as travelers or electricians.  The Cordlight Flashlight is a small LED light source powered by CR1220 batteries which can illuminate small areas.

Cordlock Flashlight Features:

- Cord Lock Light® easily attaches to your gear.

- Mini light is always within reach.

- Stainless steel spring lock securely clips to cords on your hoody, backpack, etc.

- Powerful LED; three settings.

- Cord Lock Light is water –resistant: great for camping and hiking.

- Versatile LED light for your gear.

- Durable plastic housing.

- Push button on/of switch.

- Bright white LED with three modes – low, high and flash.

- Water resistant construction.

- Corrosion proof, stainless steel lock spring.

- Measures approx. 1-3/8″ high x 7/8″ wide x 7/8″ deep.

- Uses 2 CR1220 batteries (included).

Price: $10 (discount for multiple orders)

AvailableSahalie

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