A Little Re Cap for your car.

What happens in the middle of the night when your car breaks down on the side of the road? When you need to change a flat tyre in a dark parking lot? Or when you lose your keys or phone between the seat and the console?

You’re going to end up fumbling around in the dark unless you have a flashlight handy. In that case, you have no problem getting under the hood, changing that tyre or finding your keys.

A flashlight is an essential part of any emergency preparedness kit; in fact, it is one of the most important items to have when roadside assistance is too far away to help.

But, what is the best flashlight for your car? Let’s look at what a quality emergency flashlight for the car possesses:

- Convenient Size

The ideal flashlight for your car is lightweight and small. You want a flashlight that can easily fit in your glove box or inside your emergency kit in your boot.

- Long Battery Life

Batteries eventually lose their charge, and there is no way to know when or how often you will need to use your emergency flashlight, but when you do use it, you want it to work without fail!

- Easy to Recharge

Ideally you want a flashlight that is easy to recharge, preferably one that can be charged directly from your car or computer. Even if your car doesn’t have a USB adapter, there are easy adapters that transform the traditional “cigarette lighter” into a powerful USB charging port.

- Durable

A cheap, plastic flashlight won’t survive the impact of a car accident. It might not even survive daily wear and tear in your glove box or boot. It’s very important for your emergency flashlight to work all the time.

- Bright

Have you ever turned on a flashlight that’s beam is so dim it’s almost useless? You definitely don’t want that to happen on the side of the road, in the dark! Make sure your emergency flashlight offers at least 250 lumens of brightness.

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

A Little Bit About Us!

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.

Some of the industry's leading torch engineers and designers joined forces with one common aim for KLARUS; to develop the best tactical, professional and general purpose torches in the world, using Klarus's own leading-edge technology. For the best in LED Torch technology, Klarus is the brand for police torches, outdoor flashlights and those requiring nothing but the very best in manufacturing quality and after sales service.

Looking for the perfect accessory for your LED torch? Look no further than Klarus. From rotating bicycle mounts, coloured filters and torch head straps to smart chargers that are capable of charging almost every battery.

Klarus offers only the best in LED torch light technology using Cree LEDs. Why? Because, Klarus tactical torches promise to consume very little energy, while still emitting a large amount of lumens at the most effective levels.

We are based in Cape Town with a national reach and fast delivery service. Special discounts may apply to our Police Services, Firemen and EMS personnel - please keep an eye on our site and Facebook page for special offers.

Four things you can do before changing you LED

LED’s are amazing, they can last almost forever. Well, not forever, but they can last for up to 50 00 hours, now that’s a long time! 50 000 hours is approximately 5.7 years, so what exactly could you do in that amount of time?

What could you accomplish before the LED in your flashlight died? Here are a few examples.

MASTER FIVE DISCIPLINES

It takes a lot of practice and effort to master a specific discipline or subject. It takes about 10 000 hours of deliberate study and practice to master any subject, so in the time it takes your LED to burn out, you can master it

SAIL AROUND THE WORLD

In a personal cruising style sailboat it will take about two years to sail around the globe! You could definitely go around the world twice and get close to a third time by the time you need to get to land and buy a new LED.

WALK THE ENTIRE GREAT WALL OF CHINA.

How about walking the world’s longest man-made structure? Well, to walk the Great Wall of China it’ll take about 18 months. If you walked at a fast pace, you could go back and forth twice before you had to buy another LED to light your way at night.

GO TO MARS

With the current technology, it takes seven months to reach Mars. That means it’ll take 14 months to make round trip, So, you can make the trip four times, and if you time it just right you can even sneak in another trip before you LED light goes out.

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How to look after your tactical flashlight properly

Nothing is more frustrating when you really, really need your tactical flashlight and you find out that it’s not working anymore. 

To avoid being in this situation you have to make a routine where you look after your tactical flashlight properly so it is always ready at a moment’s notice.

Always make sure all dirt, dust, grime and water are wiped off of the outside case of the tactical flashlight. Use a soft cloth and try not to dent or damage material. Check your tactical flashlight to ensure that all threads on the body of the light and the head are clean and dry.

Always check the battery compartment for signs of leakage or corrosion. It’s best to remove and inspect the batteries after each use. Never leave the batteries inside your tactical flashlight when you know you won’t be using it for a long. Check the overall condition of the flashlight. Are there any cracks or holes? Is the power switch damaged? For a quick fix use tape!

The condition of the glass over the bulb is also important. Make sure to clean and polish it and check for any cracks. Don’t forget to examine the bulb and LED itself. If there are any broken or discolored wires, replace immediately. Do you have a lanyard on your tactical flashlight? If so, check it for any frays and make sure I is secure. The cord is the only thing holding your flashlight from falling.

Rust and corrosion can really damage your tactical flashlight, so coat the outside of your flashlight with silicone grease when you can. If you don’t use your tactical flashlight on a regular basis, wrap it up in a soft cloth to protect it and store it somewhere safe.

Even if you don’t often use your flashlight, make it a habit to check it and ensure that it is working properly. Maintaining your torch won’t take a lot of time and effort. You will be thankful you looked after it when you need it in an emergency and it works effectively!

Klarus creates and supplies some of the best LED torch technology on the planet. Visit the Klarus website today and order Today!

The most important features a Tactical Torch should always have!

When tactical flashlights are researched and tested, you have to look at a lot of different things. For a wide range of grade-A tactical torches and other flashlights, take a look at Klarus Light’s website.

Here are some of the things any real tactical flashlight should always have:

Runs on AA batteries
- It is the most common battery in the world. In a survival situation this is very good. A great flashlight is no good at all if you can’t turn it on.

Ultra Durable
- This is kind of self-explanatory. If your flashlight is broken or it breaks easily, it just becomes a torch-shaped paperweight.

Chipped
- Chipped flashlights are more efficient with batteries as they are electronically controlled and run longer and brighter. They will hold brightness over time and then dim quickly at the end of the battery’s life-cycle.

Latest LED Diodes
- Each flashlight has to run on the latest or very close to the latest LED diodes. LED tech has gotten to the point where you can have super bright lights that last a very long time.

Multiple Modes
- Each flashlight should have at least one bright mode (to blind attackers), a mid-range mode (for everyday tasks) and a low light mode (for night use or super long life).

Reputation
- It’s important that the flashlight you choose has a solid reputation and has proven to be effective in the field time and time again. If you're looking for a tactical torch with an amazing reputation throughout the globe, take a look at www.klaruslight.co.za and place your order today!

Anytime a company or brand claims they have the best product you always have to do your research. Make sure you go through these six things and make sure your tactical torch has them!

The different types of flashlight reflectors

The design of a flashlight reflector makes a big difference in the way the light beam is emitted by the flashlight. Without a reflector, the light would spread in all directions, like a candle. There are several different types of reflectors, each with their advantages. Here are a few…

Smooth Reflector 

The smooth reflector is the most common type used in your average flashlights. The beam put out by this type of reflector is usually full of “rings and holes”, meaning rings of light and patches of darkness. Some of the better smooth reflectors put out a decent beam of light, but most don’t.

Course Faceted Reflector 
In a course faceted reflector, the facets all act like tiny little mirrors, sending the spot of light in the same direction. This usually results in a very nice, smooth beam which does not need focusing.

Fine Faceted Reflectors 

The facets in this reflector are much finer than those in a course faceted reflector. The finer the facets, the smoother the beam will be!

Spiral Faceted Reflector 

The facets of a spiral faceted reflector have the same effect as the faceted reflectors, above, but the fine facets in a tight spiral help it achieve a smoother beam.

Hybrid Reflector 

This reflector contains faceting, but only near the bulb. This helps to get rid of the central “hole” found in the beam from the most smooth reflectors. It’s a way to produce a decent beam without the expense of making the reflectors fully faceted.

Textured Reflector 

This last one is called many things, including “textured” or like an orange peel. This is considered by some to be the ultimate faceted reflector. Instead of facets, there is a gentle texture on the reflector that again projects a very smooth beam with little or no “rings and holes”. This type of reflector is usually found in better quality lights.

KLARUS has rapidly become one of the most sought after brands of torch worldwide. Renowned for its durability and robust construction with high output. Get your Klarus flashlight today!

The Best Tactical Torch for EDC

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 signaling 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 roadside assistance.

Let’s take a look at what defines the best flashlight for EDC or your emergency car kit...

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 or your emergency kit 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!