Finding the best torches or flashlights should be an easy task, especially if you know what you'll use them for. If you're a first-time buyer and want to be sure you're getting the right thing, there are a few things to consider including the flashlight's purpose, beam, run time, how it's made, size, etc.
Fenix Lighting takes pride in creating some of the best high-performance lighting products on the market. These guys stand behind their work. From the start, their goal was to create make products that help people get the job done. So, if you aren't sure where to find excellent products, it's time to check Fenix Flashlights Australia stores.
Why Use LED Flashlights?
First of all, modern flashlights use no other technology but LED. Second of all, LED is an excellent choice thanks to its solid-state construction that makes it quite durable and efficient not only for home use but also for outdoor (for gardens, patios, balconies, camping, etc.). Campers, hikers, cyclists, hunters and any other adventurists can find numerous LED light options such as torches, pocket flashlights, headlights, you name it.
LED Pocket Flashlights
If you check Fenix flashlights Australia stores you'll come across many small and practical pocket flashlights. They're lightweight and easy to use in many situations when you need to illuminate a dark place (behind the counter or closet, illuminating a dark pathway, fixing things in your car, etc.).
A LED pocket light will brighten the object in front of you with long-lasting and bright light and the great thing is it will last for quite a long time. These torches come in various sizes and you can choose a different LED colour. Such a small torch is ideal for various situations starting from camping and hiking to cycling, or simply to have it just in case in your bag, pocket or car.
Torches
Fenix flashlight options vary from super slim and small you can fit them in your or keychain, to larger torches that have stronger beams and run time. Torches date back to the 1980s. Before that, a torch referred to a lit stick that was used to illuminate dark areas. The first flashlight was invented by David Missel, a British man who lived in the USA.
It was called a flashlight by Conrad Hubert, a Russian immigrant who was interested in Misell’s invention and who later brought the flashlight to market. It was so-called because when it was first invented the zinc-carbon batteries used to power it couldn't give regular currents for long periods; so they had to keep being turned off to rest.
Besides a small pocket torch, you can get a tactical torch which as the name says has a tactical use, by the military or police force. Some torches are designed to be mounted onto a weapon and are smaller than the typical models and emit much stronger light. Most of these models are made from aluminium for robustness.
Headlamps
If a headlamp is your choice, make sure it fits your head properly. Most models come with an adjustable strap, so you can adjust it however you want. The headlight must not feel loose requiring you to constantly adjust it (it can be a real challenge when you have to use your hands to do chores). Also, it should not be too tight, as it could easily make you feel uncomfortable and cause you a headache.
Headlamp Beam Type
Flood (Wide) Type
The flood beam type is useful for general camp tasks. You can easily repair things with your hands or read, or use it to put up the tent and prepare food late at night. The beam light doesn't have a long distance.
Spot (Narrow) Type
This type of beam enables long-distance viewing, so it is quite helpful for late-night hiking, climbing or exploring caves. You can also get one for your camping adventures, just in case, if you have to illuminate the area for more than you can do it with a flood type of beam.
What Else to Consider
Flashlight Performance
Light Output
The light output measures in lumens and stands for the intensity of the light that comes out of the flashlight when it's set on its brightest setting (when powered by new batteries). The light output ranges from 20 lumens (perfect for reading a book) to a terrain-scorching 3500 lumens.
Beam Distance
The beam distance is estimated in meters and shows how far the light will reach before the brightness falls to match the light from a full moon. Full moon illumination is calculated as ideal for safe and careful travel outdoors.
Run Time
Torches' run time measures in hours; it refers to how long the light output will need to drop to 10% while using new batteries. Some models' run times will decrease gradually over time or may stay constant and then suddenly drop.
Waterproof Features
Not everyone needs a waterproof searchlight. It depends mainly on your adventures and activities. For instance, if you're a fisherman you'll surely need a waterproof searchlight. Campers, hunters, and military personnel too will need to get a waterproof searchlight. This way they can always be sure that no matter the weather, their searchlight will always remain in a good state and won't fail them when they most need it (searching for things or people submerged in a body of water).
