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LED Torch @ Morrisons
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Morrisons petrol stations have some really nice little aluminium body LED torches for £2.99 inc 3 AAA batteries. Three LED's and a lens, really bright, sends a beam a pretty reasonable distance. I didn't need another torch, but I bought one anyway. You can never have too many torches IMO. I like torches. -- Dave - The Medway Handyman www.medwayhandyman.co.uk |
LED Torch @ Morrisons
"The Medway Handyman" wrote:
Morrisons petrol stations have some really nice little aluminium body LED torches for £2.99 inc 3 AAA batteries. Three LED's and a lens, really bright, sends a beam a pretty reasonable distance. I didn't need another torch, but I bought one anyway. You can never have too many torches IMO. I like torches. I like these torches better: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.726 |
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Bruce wrote:
I like these torches better: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.726 I have a few of the 9 LED ones dotted around. Proved invaluable when the Microwave was tripping out the RCD recently as I haven't fixed the garage light. :¬) |
LED Torch @ Morrisons
In article , The Medway
Handyman writes FYI Morrisons petrol stations have some really nice little aluminium body LED torches for £2.99 inc 3 AAA batteries. Three LED's and a lens, really bright, sends a beam a pretty reasonable distance. I didn't need another torch, but I bought one anyway. You can never have too many torches IMO. I like torches. Head torches? http://cpc.farnell.com/LA0306408 Out of stock for now but I'm liking it, got one for the car and one for the toolbox. http://cpc.farnell.com/LA03064 is the base code for when it's not on special but it often is. -- fred BBC3, ITV2/3/4, channels going to the DOGs |
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"www.GymRatZ.co.uk" wrote:
Bruce wrote: I like these torches better: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.726 I have a few of the 9 LED ones dotted around. Proved invaluable when the Microwave was tripping out the RCD recently as I haven't fixed the garage light. :¬) They are excellent. With 19 LEDs, not only do you get twice the light output of the 9 LED version, but the body of the torch is better made, with a rubberised handgrip. Highly recommended. The 9 LED version is available singly: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1254 or in packs of 2: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1255 There's also a 14 LED version: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.5359 |
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On 9 Jan, 19:59, fred wrote:
In article , The Medway Handyman writesFYI Morrisons petrol stations have some really nice little aluminium body LED torches for £2.99 inc 3 AAA batteries. Three LED's and a lens, really bright, sends a beam a pretty reasonable distance. I didn't need another torch, but I bought one anyway. *You can never have too many torches IMO. I like torches. Head torches? http://cpc.farnell.com/LA0306408 Out of stock for now but I'm liking it, got one for the car and one for the toolbox. http://cpc.farnell.com/LA03064is the base code for when it's not on special but it often is. -- fred BBC3, ITV2/3/4, channels going to the DOGs My brother has an excellent one which is rectangular in section and hence doesn't roll when laid down. Rubber case and the light on one side. Don't know where he got it from sadly. Rob |
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On Jan 9, 2:02*pm, Bruce wrote:
"www.GymRatZ.co.uk" wrote: Bruce wrote: I like these torches better: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.726 I have a few of the 9 LED ones dotted around. Proved invaluable when the Microwave was tripping out the RCD recently as I haven't fixed the garage light. :¬) They are excellent. * With 19 LEDs, not only do you get twice the light output of the 9 LED version, but the body of the torch is better made, with a rubberised handgrip. *Highly recommended. The 9 LED version is available singly:http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1254 or in packs of 2:http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1255 There's also a 14 LED version:http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.5359 I have a few, actualy maybe 20, They are comming from China by the boatload and are 1.50 US here with 3 batteries, but more Leds dont mean more light, this group of chinese lights is maxed out at maybe 8 Leds, for 19 Leds you really need double the voltage, I have them from 3- 19 led and gave alot away as gifts. Shop at your large hardware store you will find them cheap, the real bright ones are 3-5 watt look for a rating on the package, one 5 watt led is 5x brighter than a 6-19 Led with 3 aaa batteries. Here Home Depot has the best price. 5, 9 led lights and 15 batteries for 15$ US. |
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fred wrote:
Head torches? http://cpc.farnell.com/LA0306408 Out of stock for now but I'm liking it, got one for the car and one for the toolbox. A touch more expensive, but I really like http://www.7dayshop.com/catalog/prod...ucts_id=100007 Chris -- Chris J Dixon Nottingham UK Have dancing shoes, will ceilidh. |
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ransley wrote:
I have a few, actualy maybe 20, They are comming from China by the boatload and are 1.50 US here with 3 batteries, but more Leds dont mean more light, this group of chinese lights is maxed out at maybe 8 Leds, for 19 Leds you really need double the voltage, Not if they are wired in parallel. 19 vs. 9 LEDs gives twice the illumination but half the battery life. I can live with that. |
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I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your
head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. Tim |
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In article , Chris J Dixon
writes fred wrote: Head torches? http://cpc.farnell.com/LA0306408 Out of stock for now but I'm liking it, got one for the car and one for the toolbox. A touch more expensive, but I really like An interesting choice of words, it's 6 times the price :-! I'm sure it's not a great work of art but it's doing the job for me. I forgot to mention it can be switched between 4, 8 and 12 led operation to save the battery, I haven't had to use it above 4 yet. -- fred BBC3, ITV2/3/4, channels going to the DOGs |
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Tim Decker wrote:
I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? |
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Bruce wrote:
Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? When I take the wheelie bin down to the road on a moonless, overcast night in winter, I use a headlight. There are no streetlights nearby, and the neighbours are not close enough to provide any light. My husband uses a headlight when working on awkward bits of computer equipment, as it points the light exactly where he's looking, and leaves his hands free. They're also useful for seeing what you're doing if you need to work in the crawlspace under the ground floor. |
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"Bruce" wrote in message ... Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? You have never worked in a cellar on a CU of wired the lights up in a loft then. Adam |
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Bruce wrote:
Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? - Going out to shut the chickens in their coop when it's dark (keep both hands free for opening gates, carrying food bowls etc - Seeing the ignition timing marks on my Moggy Traveller (which design genius decided that they should be _under_ the car, tucked up behind the radiator ??) - Fixing the plumbing in dark corners of the loft - Trotting down to the polytunnel in the dark to get some herbs for supper They're amazingly useful, really ! g Adrian - West Cork, Ireland |
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"ARWadsworth" wrote:
"Bruce" wrote in message .. . Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? You have never worked in a cellar on a CU of wired the lights up in a loft then. I have, and I had no need of a strap on head light. |
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Bruce wrote:
"ARWadsworth" wrote: "Bruce" wrote in message ... Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? You have never worked in a cellar on a CU of wired the lights up in a loft then. I have, and I had no need of a strap on head light. Nor have I, but holding a torch in your mouth gets tiring. I think it might be useful for painting, especially white on white ceilings. Unless the light's at a particular angle you can't see the wet edge. Then again, you might spend all your time adjusting the bloody thing |
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Bruce wrote:
Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? Ideal for grovelling about under sinks, baths etc so you can see what you are trying to undo - do up & LED's give a fantastic illumination to any drips - they glisten. -- Dave - The Medway Handyman www.medwayhandyman.co.uk |
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Bruce wrote:
Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. Cos they illuminate the area you are looking at. -- Dave - The Medway Handyman www.medwayhandyman.co.uk |
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"The Medway Handyman" wrote:
Bruce wrote: Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. Cos they illuminate the area you are looking at. They also provide glare that comes straight back in your eyes! I much prefer lighting from a torch; it's usually a trivial job to prop it so it illuminates what you need. But it's a matter of personal preference, and we're all different. |
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On Sat, 10 Jan 2009 18:15:12 +0000, Bruce wrote:
"The Medway Handyman" wrote: Bruce wrote: Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. Cos they illuminate the area you are looking at. They also provide glare that comes straight back in your eyes! Can't say I ever noticed that when I had one clipped to my safety helmet for a lot of years. I much prefer lighting from a torch; it's usually a trivial job to prop it so it illuminates what you need. But it's a matter of personal preference, and we're all different. Most of us only have two arms |
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Alang wrote:
Bruce wrote: They also provide glare that comes straight back in your eyes! Can't say I ever noticed that when I had one clipped to my safety helmet for a lot of years. Funnily enough, I wore one on my safety helmet when working underground, and I was well and truly fed up of the glare that resulted. The answer was to take the light off my helmet and shine it on what I was looking at, but from an oblique angle. Result: no glare. But your mileage may vary (and obviously does!). |
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On Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:01:43 +0000, Bruce wrote:
Alang wrote: Bruce wrote: They also provide glare that comes straight back in your eyes! Can't say I ever noticed that when I had one clipped to my safety helmet for a lot of years. Funnily enough, I wore one on my safety helmet when working underground, and I was well and truly fed up of the glare that resulted. The answer was to take the light off my helmet and shine it on what I was looking at, but from an oblique angle. Result: no glare. Never had any glare. Sometimes had reflected light But your mileage may vary (and obviously does!). Still only have two arms |
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Alang wrote:
On Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:01:43 +0000, Bruce wrote: Alang wrote: Bruce wrote: They also provide glare that comes straight back in your eyes! Can't say I ever noticed that when I had one clipped to my safety helmet for a lot of years. Funnily enough, I wore one on my safety helmet when working underground, and I was well and truly fed up of the glare that resulted. The answer was to take the light off my helmet and shine it on what I was looking at, but from an oblique angle. Result: no glare. Never had any glare. Sometimes had reflected light But your mileage may vary (and obviously does!). Still only have two arms Perhaps the light needs to be on a flexible antenna |
LED Torch @ Morrisons
On 09/01/2009 19:06 Bruce wrote:
I like these torches better: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.726 I've made three purchases from Dealextreme and all three had to go back. An infra red thermometer that read zero at all times, a li-on camera battery that stayed charged for no more than three minutes, a high capacity li-on laptop battery that provided power for a shorter time than the standard battery. You gets what you pays for... YMMV -- F |
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On 10/01/2009 13:50 Bruce wrote:
I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? Providing the light with which to take photographs when being pulled on a sledge, through snow, by a dozen huskies, north of the Arctic Circle. Recommended? You bet! -- F |
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Bruce wrote:
Tim Decker wrote: I have bought a couple of nice head lights (for strapping to your head) from here. http://www.ultraleds.co.uk/index.php They don't seem to have them in stock at the moment, but they have some other good stuff. I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I use head lights all the time. When you need both hands free to work on something they are ideal for DIY - especially electrical and network wiring. Even simple stuff like getting behind a TV or hifi and plugging in leads. Hand held torches just don't cut it. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? Me, and see above. -- Cheers, John. /================================================== ===============\ | Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | |-----------------------------------------------------------------| | John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ |
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Stuart Noble wrote:
Perhaps the light needs to be on a flexible antenna I have one which is. Actually, it's a non-head torch with a flexible stalk, to which I have added a strap as I couldn't buy a head-torch when I needed one. It turns out it's usually best to put the light right in close to my head - as soon as it's anywhere else I find the light gets shadowed by obstructions, whereas if it's near my eyes it shines through the same gap I'm looking through. Pete |
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F news@nowhere wrote:
On 10/01/2009 13:50 Bruce wrote: I have never worked out why I would need to strap a torch to my head. I see the things on sale and wonder who on earth buys them, and what on earth for? Providing the light with which to take photographs when being pulled on a sledge, through snow, by a dozen huskies, north of the Arctic Circle. Next time I intend to do that, I'll buy one. It could be a very long wait. But at least I know what they're for. Thanks. ;-) |
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John Rumm wrote:
I use head lights all the time. All the time? Every waking hour, you mean? |
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On Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:48:41 GMT, Stuart Noble
wrote: Alang wrote: On Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:01:43 +0000, Bruce wrote: Alang wrote: Bruce wrote: They also provide glare that comes straight back in your eyes! Can't say I ever noticed that when I had one clipped to my safety helmet for a lot of years. Funnily enough, I wore one on my safety helmet when working underground, and I was well and truly fed up of the glare that resulted. The answer was to take the light off my helmet and shine it on what I was looking at, but from an oblique angle. Result: no glare. Never had any glare. Sometimes had reflected light But your mileage may vary (and obviously does!). Still only have two arms Perhaps the light needs to be on a flexible antenna Miner' s lamps had a main beam and dipped. I used the dipped for working. Never had any problems |
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Bruce wrote:
John Rumm wrote: I use head lights all the time. All the time? Every waking hour, you mean? They get in the way when snogging, but other than that they are ok ;-) -- Cheers, John. /================================================== ===============\ | Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | |-----------------------------------------------------------------| | John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ |
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John Rumm wrote:
Bruce wrote: John Rumm wrote: I use head lights all the time. All the time? Every waking hour, you mean? They get in the way when snogging, but other than that they are ok ;-) Moving on from snogging, I suppose they could be useful finding your way around interesting, dark places, or even reading a map. ;-) |
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Bruce wrote:
John Rumm wrote: Bruce wrote: John Rumm wrote: I use head lights all the time. All the time? Every waking hour, you mean? They get in the way when snogging, but other than that they are ok ;-) Moving on from snogging, I suppose they could be useful finding your way around interesting, dark places, or even reading a map. ;-) There are several answers to that, but they all lower the tone a little too far even for me ;-) -- Cheers, John. /================================================== ===============\ | Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | |-----------------------------------------------------------------| | John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ |
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John Rumm wrote:
Bruce wrote: John Rumm wrote: I use head lights all the time. All the time? Every waking hour, you mean? They get in the way when snogging, but other than that they are ok ;-) You still snog? Dave |
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Dave wrote:
John Rumm wrote: Bruce wrote: John Rumm wrote: I use head lights all the time. All the time? Every waking hour, you mean? They get in the way when snogging, but other than that they are ok ;-) You still snog? Yeah, but I am fussy so you can put the mistletoe down ;-) -- Cheers, John. /================================================== ===============\ | Internode Ltd - http://www.internode.co.uk | |-----------------------------------------------------------------| | John Rumm - john(at)internode(dot)co(dot)uk | \================================================= ================/ |
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