The Top Three Reasons Why Strobe Affects Us
Key Takeaways: The strobing of a flashlight can disrupt our brain’s visual and cognitive processing People who are affected by a strobe’s light can experience vertigo, dizziness, confusion, and more Strobe effects can be used by security, law enforcement, and as a self-defense option Imagine being in a dark room, relying on your trusty flashlight […]
Step Down Brightness: How Does It Work and Why?
Key Takeaways: Flashlights step down in brightness to regulate heat, preserve power, and for safety Flashlights can use temperature sensors, current monitoring, and voltage detection to know when to step down Flashlights have come a long way since the invention of the first electric flashlight in the late 19th century. Today, we have a wide […]
The Evolution of LEDs: From Invention to Innovation
Key Takeaways Many scientists have contributed to the invention of the LED light over the years LEDs have been adapted for products such as computers, TVs, flashlights, and more! LEDs are still evolving and are becoming smaller and more flexible In the not-so-distant past, lighting the world was a challenging endeavor. From the primitive use […]
Color Temperatures in Flashlights: What is it and how does it affect you?
Key Takeaways: Any source of light can give off a color temperature that is measured in Kelvin Warm light starts at around 2700K while cool light is about 3000K and up Color rendering affects how accurately colors are perceived A flashlight with high CRI provides more accurate and faithful color reproduction In a world dominated […]
Essential Care Tips and Maintenance for Your Flashlights
Key Takeaways: Clean your flashlight every six months to reduce buildup and debris Remove flashlight batteries when not in use to prevent corrosion Keep your flashlight safely stored in a dry cool place for optimal performance Flashlights are valuable tools that provide light and security in various situations. To ensure their reliability and longevity, proper […]
Traveling Light, Literally: A Guide to Bringing Flashlights and Headlamps on Airplanes
Key Takeaways: Flashlights are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags, but specific rules must be followed. Battery flashlights are allowed depending on their make, lithium content, and Watt-Hours Although there are no specific guidelines for headlamps, it is advisable to adhere to the same rules as flashlights. When preparing for air travel, it’s essential […]
10 Interesting Things You Didn’t Know About Flashlights
We are flashlight fans and enthusiasts. We love everything about flashlights. Therefore, we composed a list of interesting facts about flashlights you may not know and things like what to consider when buying a flashlight, how flashlights are used, the light they emit, and some history and fun facts about flashlights! 1. A brighter flashlight […]
How to Signal SOS with a Flashlight?
Key Takeaways: Learn how to signal SOS using a flashlight How to signal SOS? SOS can be signaled using: Fire, mirrors, rocks, smoke, a phone, a flashlight, and anything that can be used to make a loud enough sound. The reason why the distress signal is called SOS, is that each letter in the Acronym […]
Do You Need a Flashlight with Beacon Mode?
Beacon Mode Beacon Mode is a flashing light that continuously blinks. The primary reason for the intermittent intervals between on/off is to lengthen the runtime of the light. It is a simple setting designed to attract attention for as long as possible. The reasons for attracting attention to the person carrying the light are many, […]
What flashlight does the military use?
Key Takeaways: Must be hard to break Should be protected from water and dust Compact or mountable High Luminosity What type of flashlight does the military use? The military uses a variety of lights depending on the application, however the common foot soldier is most likely to carry a tactical flashlight. Tactical flashlights prefered by […]