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Has anyone got an LED torch for use on the ramp. If so whats the best one? Gerber have a single LED 3 watt, but other brands have up to 16 LED running of C cell batteries. Any good. Currently use a maglite but find the batteries don't last long and the beam distance is not very good. Thought maybe the LED torches may be better.
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sinkingship
15th Mar 2006, 10:02
I think maglight are developing a LED version and there may be a mod to convert your existing one, so you may want to enquire before splashing out for a new one.
I hve seen maglite have a conversion for the mini maglite, but haven't seen anything yet for the D cell ones.
Anyone else seen any info?
BRITELITE of germany has a very good range of rechargeable LED torches. quite dependeable,good range as well..
celtic mech
16th Mar 2006, 19:40
I believe maglite do have an L.E.D. conversion for their D cell torches...but i am still yet to see one. No doubt it will cost a bit though!
The best torch (non LED) that gives good Pure white light are the rechangeable Maglites. The are just the job. fairly strong beam from them also.
airborne_artist
16th Mar 2006, 20:20
Cotswold Camping (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com) had some good ones last time I was in there. Not sure if all the range is on their site.
Kiwiconehead
17th Mar 2006, 05:09
I believe maglite do have an L.E.D. conversion for their D cell torches...but i am still yet to see one. No doubt it will cost a bit though!
I've got one, not cheap - but you have to try these gadgets. It's not my Mag instruments, by some other mob.
Very bright, better output than rechargable mag at full charge.
http://www.quality-items-flashlights.com/product_info.php?products_id=79
http://ledmuseum.candlepower.us/diamond.htm
Flightmech
18th Mar 2006, 12:18
Has anyone got an LED torch for use on the ramp. If so whats the best one? Gerber have a single LED 3 watt, but other brands have up to 16 LED running of C cell batteries. Any good. Currently use a maglite but find the batteries don't last long and the beam distance is not very good. Thought maybe the LED torches may be better.
Comments?
Suggestions?
Recommendations?
I have the Gerber TX 3.0. It has a single 3 watt LED and runs on 3 AA batteries which seem to last forever. It has an aluminium body and comes with a belt holder. It's fantastic. Don't be fooled by the multi LED torches, some are not all they're cracked up to be. Look here
www.shop4gerber.co.uk
Genghis the Engineer
20th Mar 2006, 12:27
I confess that mine came from eBay, cost about £10, but it's brilliant. I've had it for about a year, replacing one I had for about 2 years before that but lost (then found again and my wife now has in her handbag).
10 white LEDs producing a very clear beam, five ultra-violet LEDs which regularly I find useful for a quick and informal look at "what's happening there", and a red laser pointer in the middle which also comes in regularly useful for those "I mean that bit over there" moments.
Uses three AAA batteries, which I replace about twice a year of fairly regular use. So far has given me no trouble at-all, about 35mm across at the blunt end, about 27mm at the sharp end, about 130mm long.
Looking on eBay, this (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/3-pcs-UV-Laser-White-LED-flashlight-torch-3-in-1_W0QQitemZ7227794150QQcategoryZ26423QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem) seems to be the same model.
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javelin
16th Apr 2006, 21:06
Just don't leave them in the wing like a few years ago........................:sad:
BAe146s make me cry
17th Apr 2006, 08:53
These little things are pretty good for close-up work, not so much GVI's and area checks...
http://www.elektrolumens.com/
BAe146?? :{ :{
Kulwin Park
17th Apr 2006, 12:50
I like the Sure Fire range of torches. Much smoother beam than Maglite, smaller for beam size, and options push buttons either end. They are a hunting torch, as we hunt cracks and faults everyday, very worthwhile. But would be interested in seeing the new LED maglites :)