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What are the best LED flashlights out there? A friend of mine let me borrow his surefire led flashlight to take camping. It was awesome. Small, light, tough, very bright and waterproof. I know that surefires are expensive. But are they the best? Are there any other companies that make similar or better LED flashlights? Cheaper? The main thing I want them to have is to be tough, reliable, bright and waterproof. A lifetime warranty or better would be awesome as well as it seems that most if not all of surefire's flashlights come with one.

What does the number in LED Flashlights stand for? I was looking online at LED flashlights and some say 9 LED, some say 32 LED, and some say 100 LED. What does the number stand for? Output intensity? I know it does not stand for the quantity of flashlights in that auction because they are all 1 item auctions. Thanks for your input!

What brand&model LED flashlights are bright and lasts long without breaking? I was at Sport Chalet yesterday in the city next to mine, and I saw a COAST tactical LED flashlight, but i forgot the model number and what they look like. If you know I'd really appreciate it, and if you have any ideas on better brands maybe there's a website that'd be great too. :]

Why do LED flashlights need a solid state chip board to operate? In regular flashlights it is just a contact from the bulb to the bateries. what dose the solid state do to the light to make the bulb brighter?

What is the best brand of LED Flashlights under 25$ that i can buy in stores? I need a flashlights for everyday use at home and would like to buy it at the store. I would like to be able to see pretty far with it and for it to be super bright.

Where can I buy rechargeable led flashlights? Hi all! Please, give me some help because I failed to find a sufficient shop to get a pack of flashlights.

Why are led flashlights more efficient to use than any other bulb flashlight? I need to know the scope and limitations of this study.

About how many lumens are the cheap 9 LED mini flashlights? I bought this performance tool 9 led flashlight for like 2 bucks at advance auto. Its handy but i am thinking about spending ~30 to get a better flashlight that is around 100 lumens. I am just curious to find out about how many lumens this flashlight is to know if it would be that big of an improvement but i cant seem to find information on how many lumens it has anywhere

Can someone please explain the difference between Xenon and LED flashlights? I would like to know how much of what color light is emited by each. I would also like to know which is beter to mount as a tactical light.

Are there any LED flashlights that use 2 x 14500 protected batteries? I already own a Jetbeam and an Ultrafire but the Jetbeam takes 1 x 14500 and the Ultrafire will be damaged if i used 2 x 14500. So is there ANY 2 x 14500 (protected) LED flashlight out there?

what is the best way to compare LED flashlights. I am looking for one that has the most light output but i? seems like they are measured differently. anyone?

Do LED flashlights dim when the batteries start to die? Or do they remain bright until the end?

How do the new Elzetta LED Flashlights compare to Surefire? Been checking out the new Elzetta ZFL-M60 flashlight with 235 lumen output (www.elzetta.com). How do these lights compare to Surefire flashlights?

Why are Infrared filters for flashlights that filter everything but IR light not good with led flashlights?

Is there anyone tell me what is LED flashlights? What flashlights is fit for outdoor survival? happy thankgiving!

I am looking for a type of LED flashlights? My friends suggest me to try wolfeyes' products.I have no idea.

Are LED flashlights explosion proof? Would if the LED is waterproof? I would think with the flashlight being waterproof the gases could not enter into any part of the flashlight to ignite anything. What do you think?

What are some good questions about Led Flashlights?

What is the advantage of krypton flash light bulbs Vs. regular halogen Vs. LED when buying a flashlight? I know that LED flashlights are pretty crappy. I heard that Krypton flashlights and Halogen flashlights are about the same and produce the same intensity and range. Is this true? Does anybody have first hand experience? I know that LED is great as far as battery life but does not have as much candlepower as Halogen or Krypton. Between Krypton and Halogen, Which has more candlepower?

Are LED flashlight batteries different from regular ones? I just bought some STINGER flashlights one LED one didnt have a battery so i bought one from eBay and the light is only strobing (flashing) is this a problem with the battery or actual device?

Trying to find a phone or address to return 3 Innovage Inc. 9X LED flashlights, no info. on web ref. company- I have 3 new flashlights from Innovage Products Inc Brand new out of box and not one of them work (new batteries in them). They are metal 9X (meaning they have 9 led bulbs in them) and are about 4-5 inches long (about the size of a roll of quarters). Can someone please provide me with an address or phone number to the company, as I can not find anything on the web referencing this company.

LED Waterproof Flashlights? I was wondering if there were any Waterproof LED Flashlights or headlamps that i can buy at a store.

LED vs. regular flashlights? My Mom recently bought some LED flashlights instead of regular ones. She insists that it is brighter and easier to see. Now, I am color blind and have vision damage, but I don't think they are nearly as good as a regular flashlight. Why the difference?

Who makes a professional LED flashlight the same size as a 6 C cell Maglight? It time to retire my maglight. I have a very powerful, but small LED flashlight. I prefer the led light, but the size of the Maglight. Where can I find a combination of the two.12" or longer is preferable. I expect to pay for the best quality.

How to replace an led flashlight bulb that is soldered to its switch "component" with a lightbulb with wires? I have a cheap dollar store "finger" flashlight.I took out the guts and it looks like this... It takes 3 very small watch like batteries (LR41 size). It has an led type bulb soldered to a small board that has a switch with batteries extending beyond that. My intention is to create a lamp for my dollhouse roombox (a dentist overhead light to be exact). I need to revamp this thing so I can switch it on and off beyond the walls of the box. Could it be possible to remove bulb and replace with one with wires attached so I could turn light source on and off from a distance??? Note: I know very little about either electronics or soldering.

How to make led flashlight for a total beginner? Im intrested in making a flashlight with super-bright white leds but im a total beginner with electronics. I was wondering if I could gut one of my old flashlights find a way to mount my leds in it and hook them up to a battery. Could i do that, what kind of battery and leds should i use and how will i make a switch that will work?

Will an led flashlight work for uv dye detection? I want to use uv dye in my car's cooling system to detect a leak. Will an led flashlight show the uv dye that leaks from the engine?

What kind of batteries should I use for an LED flashlight, heavy duty or alkaline? The LED flashlight uses 4 AA. Also, the box says if you're not gonna use the flashlight for extended periods of time, to keep the batteries out of the flashlight to prevent leakage and other bad stuff. >>>Just how long of non-usage would I want to keep the batteries out? >>>Would I have this same concern with alkaline batteries since they're supposed to be (more) leak proof?

what is the advantage of having a UV LED flashlight compared to a regular LED flashlight? I had a regular 51 white LED flashlight that i got off ebay. and it worked just fine, I'm going to buy another led flashlight i'll be using it for camping and around the house. does a UV LED flashlight create more light or can you see better?

Is there a special brand name led flashlight that I should buy? I asked if there was a way that I could see through the game cards that I got from fast-food places like McDonald's. I received several good answers telling me to use a "led" flashlight. I looked up the flashlight on the internet, and found them to be used mostly on key-chains, which I have several. They didn't work. I was wondering if there are special brand names, or types that I should be looking for and where can they be purchased. Thanks for any help you can give.

Visual inspection with non LED flashlight specified why? The visual inspection instructions of a maintenance task specified not to use an LED flashlight why? Is the white color of the light detrimental to a visual inspection, are they too bright does the frequency of light block the detection of cracks or shadows? I don't think Robert has it right because the procedure states if cracks were detected or suspected to perform a dye penetrant inspection.

I have an LED flashlight question about IR Filters? If LED flashlights do not emit any infrared light unlike the fluorescent flashlights, how can an IR Filter cancel out the non-infrared portion of the light spectrum on an LED flashlight if there isn't any infrared light?

Does strobe effect reduce the lifespan of a led flashlight? I have a led flash light (a nuflare rebel 90) and i was wondering if doing a strobe effect (switch it on and off real quick) or using it short busts at a time will reduce the lifespan of the flashlight? Or does it have the same effect compared to when its constantly lit?

High output LED Flashlights that run on AA,AAA batteries that won't break the bank? I am looking for a non-surefire High output LED flashlight that runs on common batteries not the stupid expensive CR123 etc......ie. AA,AAA that is light weight. Actually looking for 2 lights.... a single cell and dual cell. Please respond ONLY if you have DIRECT EXPERIENCE with a light. Anyone used a AKOray,Uniquefire???? Thanks for your detailed response..Peace out.

Best circuit to limit current to LED in flashlights?

Are Mag-lite type "LED" flashlights brighter than the typical "bulb" types?

how do LED flashlights work?

Can anybody give me a circuit diagram of a led flashlight? I wanna make a led flashlight with 15 leds and only one power source and switch.

How do I make a strip of LED lights that plug into an electrical outlet and have an on/off switch? I have been searching online ALL DAY and found some really cool ideas like throwies, and LED flashlights, and other battery operated LED's. But what I want to make is a strip of LED lights that I can arrange in a long narrow balsa-wood box,(about 2"X2"X36") with the actual diodes poking through holes in the top of the box. And then, at the end of the box, I want an electrical cord so that I can power this without batteries. So far, I know that I want 10mm diffused LED's, because the diffused ones are brighter and have a broader viewing angle. I'm looking to use about 100 LED's in this strip. And I think one idea for the on/off switch would be that little dial that you hook up to the middle of the cord, like on a lava lamp. Thing is, I don't know a thing about wiring, electricity, or building things of this sort, except the wood working parts. So I don't know what parts are what, what the names for all the little parts are, or how to use them. HELP!! Oh yeah.... what the heck are resistors? Remember, people... I am really electronically challenged. I'm still trying to figure out how to make my oven light turn off.... aside from removing the bulb.

which is better, xenon or led flashlights?

What is the best small LED flashlight under $50? I am looking to buy a small LED flashlight but I want a good quality while staying under $50. Could you help me with some good brands and maybe specific flashlight to look at.

Anyone know a good LED flashlight for camping? I'm going on a camping trip next month and I want a powerful flashlight to bring with me. I looked at the Duracell Daylight LED Flashlight but I feel like the two AA batteries wont last long.

Where can I buy an LED flashlight? I am looking for an LED flashlight. Does anyone know where I can buy one?

What is the best website to buy a led flashlight? Hello. I need to purchase a flashlight but on previous sites you have to remit with Visa only. Well is there anyone who remembers where is the good place to buy good? Just want some ideas.

can somebody instruct me how to make a 20 watt led flashlight with two 9volt batteries? i know i saw this in a video recently but i dont remember the specifics and i want to know other peoples opinions before i spend money on it. 20 watt led's are 16-18 volts and i feel like two 9 volts should do. what do you guys think?

What is the best LED bicycle head light for every day after dark commuting in a city? I have a huge and heavy 16 LED flashlight that works well. But well, it's huge and heavy and the "D" cell batteries rattle... though they do last along time. Any suggestions? I'm not spending more than $30 ish. Need to be a quick release and usable with a handlebar bag in place also.

mechanical LED flashlights? According to wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyno_torch), a mechanically powered flashlight (or dyno torch) has a device called the flywheel that can store energy. From this, the user squeezes a handle to operate a small dynamo which supplies an electrical current to a miniature incandescent bulb for it to operate. My questions are: 1. How much energy does it store in the flywheel? 2. How much energy do we produce every time we sqeeze the handle? 3. Is possible for this mechanism to generate enough energy (with a few modifications if necessary) to make a mechanically powered hand held fan (ex: http://a248.e.akamai.net/f/248/5462/2h/amplestuff.safeshopper.com/images/w0fks5v.jpg)? Much thanks!

Are lithium batteries good in a led flashlight? Would they make the flashlight brighter or have any advantage over alkalines?

Will a Plant with an LED Flashlight grow better than a plant with a Flashlight? Can you also explain how to get the answer?

TACTICAL LED FLASHLIGHTS? Does anyone have a coupon code for TacticalLEDs.com? (Im looking to purchase a Fenix LD20)...if so would you please share it with me. I am a volunteer firefighter and EMT. THANK YOU!!

How long will a ten dollar 'shake it' led flashlight last under these conditions? (see details)? I would like to use it on a 30-60 minute walk, 5 nights a week. It would be on pretty much all the time during the walk, so I guess I will be shaking it alot. Anyways, I'm wondering if anyone can give an educated guess as to it's approximate lifespan, when being used this much. Thanks.

How long do rechargeable and alkaline batteries last in an LED Flashlight? Both types of batteries are brand new.

LED Flashlight with a Telescopic Inspection Mirror? I am looking for a telescopic mirror, the mini ones like what you would use to look into tiny crevaces in a motor or such....but one with a light. I found this one: http://www.professionalequipment.com/fieldpiece-pocket-led-flashlight-with-a-telescopic-inspection-mirror-plm2/telescoping-mirrors/ but the reviews arent that great...anyone know where I can find a quality one?

how can i mount a regular led flashlight to my bike? i already have a really bright 21 LED torch and i don't really see the point of buying another if i can find a way to mount it to my bike. if so how? are there certain mounts i can buy? i would like to have both options of mounting it to the handle bars, or my helmet, thanks or will it just be easier to buy one with a mount made for it

What's the cheapest LED infrared flashlight? What's the cheapest LED infrared flashlight? I already have an infrared flashlight, but I want a better one. I'd prefer something like a Mag Light with an infared LED.

What's the cheapest LED ultraviolet flashlight? What's the cheapest LED ultraviolet flashlight? I already have an ultraviolet flashlight, but it's not very good. I really want one like a Mag Light but with an ultraviolet LED. Is there such thing? How much is it?

What is the highest wattage LED flashlight available?

where can i buy a led flashlight that has 2-bulbs over/clips on a 9-volt battery?

Where would I go to find an LED Flashlight? I have to find one for a gift...(Not online shopping)

How to fix flickering LED flashlight? So I have gotten 3 or 4 of those LED flashlights you find at places like smoke shops, grocery stores, etc. ranging from $5-$20 each. Every single one of them eventually starts to develop a flicker to them, that usually goes away if I shake the flashlight. Is there anything that can be done to fix this, such as steel wool the inside casing for better grounding, re-soldering parts, etc? I would pull it apart but there is a metal ring preventing me from doing so in the part with the bulbs. Thanks

How do I power a 9 LED flashlight which runs on 3 1.5v aaa batteries with a 7.6v NiMh recharable battery pack? I have a few cheap LED flashlights that I would like to power with a 7.6 volt R/C car battery pack. I used to power a regular bike light with it, but the bulb was for 7.5 volts. I'd like to go LED for better battery life. All the LED lights use 3 1.5 aaa batteries. Do I need to add anything (resitors, capacitors, etc.), or are they already in there? Any help would be great.

what happens if you look at a uv led light? i was playing with my grandfathers uv led flashlight to see what would glow under it and i looked at the light but not directly from the source, if you do know thie answer please post because i am really worried, i also did not use special glasses so its that a problem. Plus i only used it for about 3 minutes.

Will a regular infrard filter work for a LED flashlight? This flashlight has a 1.25" bezel head and is a Blackhawk Gladius Night-Ops strobe light.

are those led shake flashlights good?

is there a glow in the dark jelly w/o using LED or flashlight; all are edible? I need to know a recipe in making an edible glow in the dark jelly without any chemicals on it, as these will be for kids

is there a tri colored LED flashlight on the market? with one click on a back button the LED's will change colors.

where can i buy a 2-bulb led flashlight that clips on a 9-volt battery?

Where can I purchase a 3-cell AAA round battery holder for my LED flashlight?

Is it natural if a LED flashlight heats up. Is it normal? ok so its a Inova XOMT-WT Titanium, and my dad used it for about idk, half an hour and he says its hot and i touched it and it was pretty hot. I was wondering if there what something wrong or is it like that.

Shaking Flashlights good for the environment? okay im pretty sure all of us have flashlights and we would use them from time to time but the thing is they require batteries and mainly they use disposable batteries and its polluting to the environment. there is an alternative to this and t is an LED shake flashlight where it requires no batteries and lasts pretty long. so hearing this now if you regularly uses flashlights for whatever reason will u use this product not only to help the environment but save u some money in the process? http://cgi.ebay.com/SHAKE-FLASHLIGHT-LASTS-FOREVER-NO-BATTERIES-BRIGHT-NEW_W0QQitemZ8763658024QQcmdZViewItem You can also buy them at Walgreens (recommended) and they are very good quality too.

how to make a Nebo CSI LED Flashlight with Laser Point into a burning laser?

whats the best LED flashlight between$20 and $100? I need a really good flashlight, willing to go outside my range if it really works, needs to be LED, needs to be long lasting and powerful. thanks

Help Making a High indenisty Led flashlight.? well i am trying to make this led flashlight but i am going to use more than one led. i am going to solder them in a series and i wanted to know what battery (or batteries) i need to power them. i am going to use 4 high indiensty leds which typical voltage is 3.3 volts, and their max is 3.6.

What is the BRIGHTEST LED Flashlight out there now? I want LUMENS!!! At least 600 or more...

I recently purchased a small LED flashlight/laser pointer.? I noticed something about the laser pointer that i had not noticed about laser pointers before. When you use it, the dot that it makes has a sparkly visual effect on everything it is on. What is this, and what causes it? Thanks.

Super high powered LED flashlight? Hi, Just wondering, how powerful these can theoretically be, I mean how powerful do light-emitting diodes actually come? What colors do they come in? Also, with a focusing lens, would it be likely to have much range? Also, I was wondering if this has the potential to be dangerous, like maybe temporarily blind someone, or cause some damage to the eye?

Flashlights with power of 10-15 million candles? I was just wondering what are some uses for these? I remember when I was in 5th grade, a camp counselor had one of them when we went hiking, but a regular LED flashlight probably would have sufficed. What else could these powerful flashlights be used for?

led flashlight? if i were to not use my led flashlight would work after its life span?

Luxeon Powered Led Flashlight.? Single Led for superbright white light and saves battery. Latest technology this technology exist but yet people are still using the conventional bulp type. And even worse comsumed more energy than anything else. Burns our easily also but people preferred it. why? More details about Police Luxeon Powered Flashlight at http://gadget-junction.blogspot.com/2008/01/police-10watt-flashlight.html

how do i keep the led light on on my lg shine? the flash for the camera. i want to know if i can keep the led light on to use as a flashlight or somthin.

Can I use AA or large batteries (like the ones for flashlights) to light a pencil lead? Because it says in the video http://www.metacafe.com/watch/726251/turn_a_pencil_into_a_light/ connect it into a car battery, but i'll be using it for science experiment and i don't wanna bring car batteries, can i just use batteries such as AA or the larger ones in flashlights?

are there any HID shake flashlights? i'v only found LED shake flashlights. It cant be because HID lights use too much power, they use the same amount of power as an incandesent bulb.

What is better flashlight, a 1 watt LED or a 9 LED? Which one has a more powerful beam that shines brighter and goes farther? THANKS!

Best pocket/compact LED flashlight? I work as a Park Ranger for a very large facility so at night it's nice to have a flashlight with me in case I need to use it. I find, however, that for most of my duties, I don't need to carry a full-sized one everywhere at night as it just gets in the way. So with that said, do you guys have a favorite LED light that fits in the pocket or in a case on the duty belt? Thanks.

LED flashlight question? Just curious, I've been told that you should shouldn't shine an LED light directly in someone's face since the light hurts their eyes. But one thing I thought about though...would using an LED flashlight for candling harm a bird still developing in an egg? I meant like any pet bird: parrot, dove, macaw, pigeon, etc...

I beefed up a flashlight from 3 volts to 9, and was wondering if I could use a led light instead of a bulb? I have to use a 7.2 volt .7amp bulb so that ist doesn't burn out right away, and just do not want to spend 8 bucks on a led light filament if its just gonna burn out right away.