New rechargeable work light

[Seven Gables]

How do they charge

How do they charge?

The flat base sends the charging current through the magnet , the base is plugged into a standard 110 wall outlet.
Also the charging base magnetically sticks to my steel shop wall. There are holes in the base to screw it to a non steel wall.

 

[ArlyA]

I'm looking USB charging types.

 

[cbg8670]

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These seem to work well. Strong magnets

I have similar ones and they work good

 

[jjeff]

Smart electrician brand. Hook, magnet micro USB charger its somewhat of a smart charger cuz I've forgotten it was plugged in for days still holds a very good charge. Paid 20 bucks for it almost 5 yrs ago. It looks like this can take pictures of actual light if you want. I've priced genuine DeWalt brand 20volt lights and was blown away at what there asking for them.

 

[Seven Gables]

I'm looking USB charging types.

Comes with a usb cord if that’s what you like , magnetic base system in my opinion is the way to go

 

[Fuddyduddy1952]

I think it boils down to application, size, lumens, budget.
I just noticed this one on sale Lowe's, Ace Hardware, etc. USB charging. 10 THOUSAND lumens so probably a football field! Panels all adjustable and fold out then together to carry.
I'd get one except I seriously have 100+ flashlights as it is!

 

[ArlyA]

But for working on machines seems it needs to be smallish?

 

[Fuddyduddy1952]

But for working on machines seems it needs to be smallish?

How small? Carry in pocket size?

 

[ArlyA]

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These seem to work well. Strong magnets

This is the work light style I'm thinking would fit our needs best. With USB charging, easy to use on-off switch, adjustable light direction and magnetic base.

 

[jjeff]

No hook though? Even a cheap plastic hook comes in handy in my experience with them.

 

[dodge man]

For me when working on a machine the size doesn’t seem important. More of a flood pattern vs. a spot pattern seems more important.

 

[jjeff]

It's nice to have both options though cuz sometimes I found it's nice to concentrate the light in a specific area.

 

[ArlyA]

No hook though? Even a cheap plastic hook comes in handy in my experience with them.

I forgot da !

 

[Fuddyduddy1952]

Just do what I would do...buy one each of every one suggested!
Christmas is soon!

 

[Seven Gables]

This is the work light style I'm thinking would fit our needs best. With USB charging, easy to use on-off switch, adjustable light direction and magnetic base.

Those are the same ones I started out with, they do have a hook. Had 4 of them, not too bad for price but not any where close to same league as the Astro on all fronts. On every one I had after about 2 years of use the female USB connector in base of light lost connection. Little red charging light wouldn’t come on unless I wiggled it. They did get used quite a bit though. I suppose the connecter would last longer with light use and less recharge cycles.
Suit yourself but just be forewarned.

 

[jjeff]

Here you go or anyone else that might be interested in this cheap durable rechargeable work light unless I got a fluke I'll vouch for it handsdown.

 

[ArlyA]

Thanks for the suggestions guy's. I'll order that makita and some of those work lights when we get home.

 

[John_Mc]

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These seem to work well. Strong magnets

This is the work light style I'm thinking would fit our needs best. With USB charging, easy to use on-off switch, adjustable light direction and magnetic base.

I have a couple of the Harbor Freight version of those lights. Mine are the Braun 500 lumen. The magnet is strong - holds the light in many oddball positions when working on my old truck. Easy to get the light into tight spaces and aim it just where needed.

HF also sells an Icon 800 lumen light of similar design. I haven't really felt the need for a brighter light in my use, but I might consider it if one of my Braun models breaks.

 

[ArlyA]

I did get this HF light. And this Makita showed up today and I await two more. Will report later.

500 Lumen LED Rechargeable Magnetic Shop Work Light

Amazing deals on this 500 Lumen Rechargeable Shop Light at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

Amazon.com

 

[ArlyA]

I should add, the reasons I'm looking for new shop lights is two fold. They have improved on the rechargeable type enough that I now like them better. Do have battery ones out there which will be retired in time. Plus my eyes are no longer seeing much in low light. I'm still awaiting on one set of lights but I'll give reviews of them all in time. Thanks!