Got batteries, want light

[CamiKaze]

I bought a couple of these recently - now that we're being shedded overnight - and they seem to work pretty well.

https://www.builders.co.za/Lighting...able-LED-Lantern---Black/p/000000000000573936

I have one of these. It's perfect.

 

[TheChamp]

Excellent, have a position open in my garden.

Thanks but I am not greedy, will leave that for my Zimbabwean brothers.

 

[sandwitch]

For anyone who has the Magneto light, have you tried charging your phone on it? When I plug my phone into the Magneto it shows it's charging but the phone battery drains faster than normal instead.

 

[Herr der Verboten]

I'll have to try and remember to check back in a few months.

and?

 

[Herr der Verboten]

Try to change the battery on the Ultratec without cracking a clip of the clear cover...

The Magneto is much easier to replace the battery. Anyway, I use the Ultratecs inside the house, on the 4 LED flashlight mode. The Magnetos I hang up outside the house strategically, on full brightness for a normal loadshed. Haven't had more issues with the Magnetos than the Ultratecs.

Which batteries did you fit?

These seems to be close

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Edit
I see you used

BATT 6V4,5 FBT

Forbatt BATT 6V4,5 FBT Batteries Rechargeable Battery 6V4,5AH (L=70 W=48 H=101mm) F1 Terminal 4.8mm 0.73kg Rechargeable Battery 6V4,5AH Specifications Nominal Voltage : 6V Rated Capacity (20hr Rate) : 4.5Ah Dimensions Length : 70mm Width : 48mm Height : 101mm Total Height : 10mm Weight : 0.73kg...

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[bwana]

and?

One has taken a bit of a beating but the other three are still in service.

 

[Herr der Verboten]

One has taken a bit of a beating but the other three are still in service.

Was curious as two of mine are not so bright anymore and hopefully new batteries will fix it. Otherwise, I'm going ultratech...

 

[supersunbird]

Which batteries did you fit?

These seems to be close

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Edit
I see you used

BATT 6V4,5 FBT

Forbatt BATT 6V4,5 FBT Batteries Rechargeable Battery 6V4,5AH (L=70 W=48 H=101mm) F1 Terminal 4.8mm 0.73kg Rechargeable Battery 6V4,5AH Specifications Nominal Voltage : 6V Rated Capacity (20hr Rate) : 4.5Ah Dimensions Length : 70mm Width : 48mm Height : 101mm Total Height : 10mm Weight : 0.73kg...

www.communica.co.za

I see there are now Lithium Iron Phosphate 6V batteries in that size now, but hella expensive but would have a very long lifetime.

 

[bwana]

Was curious as two of mine are not so bright anymore and hopefully new batteries will fix it. Otherwise, I'm going ultratech...

I've upgraded. I'm not sure how the missus sleeps through all the noise it made but she's been out like a light since Thursday's loadshedding.

 

[RonSwanson]

I don't understand why you have to make something up in these cases? It's not safe. Buy a regular flashlight, a powerful flashlight, and don't create problems for yourself.

Any good recommendations for "regular flashlights"?
Any caveats regarding "creating problems for yourself"?

 

[JSparrow]

Any good recommendations for "regular flashlights"?
Any caveats regarding "creating problems for yourself"?

Necro since I am sitting in the dark. Verpoeste Eskom!

Any of the recognized brands. O-Light, Fenix, Nitecore, Klarus etc. The type of flashlight will depend on your requirements.

Go for rechargeable lights. Mine has a 18650 battery. It does not lose charge when not in use.
Minimum 1000 lumens. Most lights can be adjusted to produce less lumens for indoor use.

Some snaps taken just now. Fenix PD35. 1000 Lumens

 

[JSparrow]

Only $670.

No problem. LOL

 

[qscwbt]

You can get these globes that has built in battery. why not get a few of these

 

[Mr M]

Also 2nd the Magneto LED Lanterns.
Battery started losing charge after 2 years. Easily replaced the battery and it's back to normal.
At the price of these lanterns, it can't be beat for functionality and longevity.

 

[grok]

I have one of these, also from Cape union, lasted less than a year now its like the leds are in ultra-low mode permanently. Rather get the one from Builders it at least works when you need it to.

Ps. And it's cheaper than the ultratech crap.

Quoting myself to say I eventually opened that emergency light & replaced the battery, still working fine to this day.