How to choose the best Flashlight to keep in your Car!

What will happen in the middle of the night when your car breaks down and you are stuck on the side of the road?

Well, for one, you are going to end up fumbling around in the dark – unless – you have a high-quality, reliable torch on hand. If you do, then you won’t have any trouble sorting out your issues or signalling for help.

A good quality torch is an important part of your emergency kit, in your home as well as in your car. Actually it is probably one of the most important items to keep around for road side assistance.

Let’s take a look at what defines the best flashlight for your vehicle…

Torch Lumen Output – It is useless to have a torch that’s lumen count is so low that when you turn it on the light is too dim to do any good! You definitely don’t want this to happen at night when you are stranded, so make sure that your torch lumen output is at least 250 lumens.

Size – The best flashlight for your car is light and small enough to fit someone convenient, such as your glove compartment or emergency kit.

Battery Life – What’s the use of having a flashlight in your car if the battery dies in a few minutes? Make sure to use high-quality batteries and keep a spare pair on hand.

Durability – A cheap torch that you bought from the bargain bin is not going to survive should you be involved in a car accident. It might not even last long just sitting in your car, so it is important that your car torch is durable.

Take a moment to browse through the variety of high quality, durable yet affordable LED flashlight Klarus Light has to offer!

How to Prevent Battery Leakage in your Flashlight

You grab your trusted flashlight and turn it on, but all you see is darkness. When you open up the battery compartment, you can immediately see the problem – the batteries have leaked!

Batteries that leak in a flashlight can make a huge mess. If the leak is small and caught right away, it can probably be cleaned up and your flashlight can be saved. Larger leaks can easily ruin your flashlight. This is a problem you can avoid by using these smart tactics.

• Remove the batteries from a flashlight that is rarely used. You can store the batteries along with the light, but don't install them until you are ready to use it.

• Leave the batteries in a flashlight that you have placed in a glove compartment or other place to use in case of an emergency. Remove, inspect, and test the batteries at least every 6 months. If the batteries are run down, immediately replace them. Depleted batteries are more likely to leak.

• Replace depleted batteries in a flashlight with fresh, new ones. Don't mix old and new batteries. Use batteries that are the same type, made by the same manufacturer.

QUICK TIPS

1. Dead batteries should never be left in equipment, their process is nearly complete and the shell is close to breach.
   
2. Live batteries have a date on them for a reason. Chemical reaction occurs even if the battery is live and able to run the equipment. Often with today's LED technology, for example, the batteries will corrode through and start leaking long before they become too weak to run the flashlight.
   
3. If your flashlight is part of a crash kit where you need batteries with the device at all times for emergency use, store them in a separate Ziploc bag and check their dates periodically as well as for leakage.

KLARUS is represented by Klarus South Africa in Africa. The company designs and manufactures some of the most exciting, practical and innovative LED torches on the planet with ultra high lumen output. Order your Klarus flashlight today from sales@klaruslight.co.za or call 071 6136 777

How long will your tactical flashlight battery last?

If you are out in the wilderness, or stranded alongside the road in the middle of the night, the last thing you want is for your flashlight to flicker and die! Now you are stuck in the dark with no means of lighting your path or signaling for help…

This is why it is so important to take into account the run time of the tactical or emergency flashlight you are using.

LED life is how long the bulb or bulbs in your flashlight will last; it can vary from 30 minutes to many hours. Other than the quality of the batteries you are using, there are different factors that can impact the run time of your tactical flashlight.

Brightness Settings: It is possible to adjust the brightness of your tactical flashlight’s beam, but this depends on the flashlight. The highest setting will obviously drain the battery faster than the lowest, so always use the proper setting for the environment to preserve your batteries.

Batteries Used: Run time depends on what batteries you are using. Many tactical flashlights are compatible with different battery types, but some are more efficient than others. Changing the type of battery you are using will affect the run time in some way.

Temperature: This can also affect the run time of a tactical flashlight. Cold, heat and humidity can cause a battery to operate at less than its peak efficiency. This is definitely something to keep in mind if you are going to use your flashlight in extreme conditions.

When you are in doubt on the type of battery you should use for your flashlight, take a look at Klarus Light’s website. A wide range of flashlights and flashlight accessories, including batteries, are on offer! Contact Klarus Light today!