I guess something similar to this, but I really don't use it that much, it's just something I use a few times a year.. but I would like to have it available when I do need it. It doesn't even have to be cordless.. OEMTOOLS 25997 600 Lumen Lithium-Ion Rechargeable LED Portable Work Light, Black/Green https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BVUJ32I/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_CHCHAKHAETYY5S3YESG4?psc=1
I'm looking for a portable work light.
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You have a link or at all
To me the most important thing is the light has to mount - swivel - magnetic - clamp - hang - or whatever. It has to easily and quickly shine where you want without being in the way. Rechargeable and bright are good qualities.
Head band lights are worth the money.
Head band lights are worth the money.
Both Dewalt and Milwaukee have excellent work lights. If you have those tools, consider one like this. It's about the same as a 150W bulb. Darn bright.
Do you have a link?
I'm also looking for something fairly reasonably priced, considering I don't use it all that often. Please
Eric the car guy has a video about work lights and he recommends a hand held/flexible/magnetic light that is on the expensive side. Head band lights are plentiful and cheap. Make sure they accept the batteries you like and the light should tilt/swivel up and down to adjust to your prefference.
I looked but they don't sell it any longer. Got it for $20. https://www.searshometownstores.com...41-200-Lumen-LED-Worklight-with-Rotating-Head
I'd get something like this if I was shopping today: https://www.amazon.com/WARSUN-Recha...945&sprefix=stick+light+rec,tools,147&sr=8-21
If you seldom use this light, rechargeable may not be the way to go. You suddenly need the light and it's dead!. Alkaline batteries are cheap and have a 7 year shelf life. Something worth considering.
I also just noticed some of the headband lights on amazon don't look very comfortable. Where it presses against your forehead, it should be smooth/padded, not plastic buckles.
I also just noticed some of the headband lights on amazon don't look very comfortable. Where it presses against your forehead, it should be smooth/padded, not plastic buckles.
That's a nice light. Thank you. I guess you could just plug that right into a USB charger?
Yeah that wouldn't be good if it's dead when I need it. That's why I have an electric impact wrench.
yes, same charger as a cell phone.
So I can actually just use my cell phone plug?
^ Yes if the same USB standard, like micro vs C (or just get the appropriate cable if the charger itself has USB-A socket for that, but depending on the tech level, it can take a long time over USB, especially if capped at only 500mA rate.
I have several different lights, none of which are pro grade but I don't use them professionally so feel like the extra cost for pro grade would be overkill, especially since having multiples, if one were to fail I can just grab another.
Even so, as often as not I find myself just grabbing a pocket light with magnetic base and swivel (not just right angle) head, for example Nicron N9:
However it used to be $18, seems like they want a premium to include a USB rechargegable battery and cable now. Some people prefer lights with a built-in battery that USB recharges, but I don't want that downtime, would rather just have removable standard form factor 18650 cell(s) and be able to swap in already recharged spares and keep on working, already owning an 18650 multi-bay charger.
I have several different lights, none of which are pro grade but I don't use them professionally so feel like the extra cost for pro grade would be overkill, especially since having multiples, if one were to fail I can just grab another.
Even so, as often as not I find myself just grabbing a pocket light with magnetic base and swivel (not just right angle) head, for example Nicron N9:
However it used to be $18, seems like they want a premium to include a USB rechargegable battery and cable now. Some people prefer lights with a built-in battery that USB recharges, but I don't want that downtime, would rather just have removable standard form factor 18650 cell(s) and be able to swap in already recharged spares and keep on working, already owning an 18650 multi-bay charger.
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I don't have one of these folding LED work lights yet but I've seen them in use and I will have one. Plenty of light and can stick and fold to get light where you need it. This is at Home Depot, Lowe's has something similar, maybe it will be on special soon. Not the same thing as OP linked to but really handy.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-3...hViewed-_-NA-_-306862598-_-N#product-overview
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-3...hViewed-_-NA-_-306862598-_-N#product-overview
When I looking at that light, I happened to see this one.. which might be better for me.
Husky 800-Lumen Corded Handheld LED Light K60228 - The Home Depot
Designed with a TPR Grip on the handle of the light, the 800-Lumen LED light is great for any garage or workshop. It comes with a 25 ft. 16/3 SJT cable and a 3-plug outlet. Use the rotating 360 degree
www.homedepot.com
AZjeff
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Nothing wrong with an old style corded shop light with an LED bulb. The problem I have with these is when working under the hood sometimes I can't get the light pointed where I need it.
If you're a Costco member, I really like this one. Great battery life, charges over microUSB, even works as a battery bank to charge your phone if needed. The smaller lights on top are each detachable and magnetic.
https://www.costco.com/rechargeable-led-worklight-%26-spotlight.product.100729951.html
https://www.costco.com/rechargeable-led-worklight-%26-spotlight.product.100729951.html
Here is what i have. Never fails to start and Made in the USA
https://www.amazon.com/Saf-T-Lite-1413-2500-Stubby-switch-ballast/dp/B01H4D9KFG
