Rayovac SPHLTLED 3-in-1 LED Head-Lite
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Rayovac SPHLTLED 3-in-1 LED Head-Lite Details
Manufacturer: RayovacBrand: Rayovac
Release Date: 2005-04-07
Model: SPHLTLED
Product features:
- Headlamp features three different lights (red, white, and krypton beams)
- Suitable for nightvision, close range, and long-range use
- Hands-free design and water-resistant construction
- Built for comfort with an adjustable headband
- Runs for up to 200 hours on three AAA batteries
Customer Reviews of Rayovac SPHLTLED 3-in-1 LED Head-Lite
Customer Review: The red LED light is perfect for checking things when you don't want to ruin your night vision...
Summary: 5 Stars
What a great bit of kit ... i got this in the hunting department at Walmart but actually use it when doing offshore sailing races. The red LED light is perfect for checking things when you don't want to ruin your night vision, the white LED is there when you need it and the spot light is just enough to check the tell-tales ... would recomend it to anyone who needs both red and white light at night.Customer Review: Using it for the odd jobs at home...
Summary: 3 Stars
a really handy 'tool'. Sits firmly atop your head (gets a bit hot though). have not found much use for the 'red' light yet but the other two are very useful. Using it for the odd jobs at home, especially when I need to power the lights downCustomer Review: The LED's are great battery savers for doing general things...
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this headlight because it's so versatile. The LED's are great battery savers for doing general things, while the flashlight provides enough yellow light to see if your meet is fully cooked. Meanwhile the red light, is awesome if you need to read at night because it provides so much contrast...(ie.stargazing books). I highly recommend this headlight, it's definitely one of the most versatile lights for cheap.Customer Review: RED LED This is the mode I use 99% of the time.
Summary: 5 Stars
I'll be honest, I bought this little headlamp because it was a cheap light that I didn't have to hold. But I've loved using it ever since, and am impressed by its 3-mode versatility.
RED LED
This is the mode I use 99% of the time. As a Scoutmaster, I spend a fair amount of time in the woods. Using the red LED mode helps me keep my night vision and gives me enough light to navigate about the campsite. Not only that but since it is only one LED, the batteries last a long time. I've spent a week at camp and not changed the battery. For close range (under 20 feet) only, and best when other light sources are not competing.
WHITE LEDS
If you need more color recognition and/or a bit more light, but not much range, you can use the 2 white LED mode. This mode gives you more light but typical of LEDs, doesn't have a great throw distance. Still, if you're not comfortable with the sparse (but useful) light the red LED casts, you'll probably like the white LEDs. I haven't used this mode much because I prefer the red, but logic would say that this will use energy faster than the single red, but not as fast as a typical bulb.
KRYPTON BULB
This will burn up your batteries much faster than either of the LED modes. However, if you need more range, this is your choice. If I needed to see across the campsite (40 feet or more) and see objects with more detail (is that a racoon or a skunk??), I might momentarily use this light because of its greater distance.
USAGE
This light is easy to use. One dial knob gives you the three modes and off. It is located so you can reach it easily with your right hand. It would probably be a bit awkward for left handers. It is a fairly large knob- and I am not predicting trouble using with gloves on (though I've not had the opportunity yet). The knob turns thru the modes in least to greatest light order (red LED, white LED, Krypton). This is nice so you don't ruin your night vision having to go past a brighter light to get to a dimmer one.
One thing I don't particularly like is that it uses a "battery carrier" for the three batteries. While this is not a big deal, it is one more part to lose or break. You put the 3 AAA batteries in the carrier, then slide the carrier into the case. On the bright side, unless you leave this on krypton all the time, you won't be changing batteries very often anyway.
The light seems to be sealed fairly well from the elements with o-rings. I wouldn't dive with it, but I wouldn't get nervous about using it in the snow or rain either.
And finally, the light can be aimed up and down to your desired angle. It has a positive click for each position and stays aimed well. I often have it point mostly down to avoid shining it in peoples face when I turn and look at them in conversation (probably the most irritating thing about people with headlamps on).
BOTTOM LINE
None of the 3 modes will light up the woods like the noon-day sun. However, I give this a 5 star rating because for the money, it is very durable, very user friendly, useful, and doesn't eat batteries. For a 3xAAA light, it's hard to ask for more than that. It's an excellent value.
Customer Review: As jaredc points out...
Summary: 5 Stars
Jaredc has written a good review, but is mixed up on one thing... this headlamp features 1 white LED and two red LEDs as well as the krypton bulb.
I, too, am a scoutmaster and have been using this headlamp for over a year with monthly weekend campouts and a week long summercamp. I am still on the first set of alkaline batteries!
As jaredc points out, the distance illumination is not the best, but keep this headlamp in your trunk and you will never be in the dark.
Description of Rayovac SPHLTLED 3-in-1 LED Head-Lite
RAYOVAC? hands-free 3-in-1 LED Head-Lite offers 3 different lights: 1 white LED for close range; 2 red LED's for night vision; 1 bright Krypton bulb for a long range beam.The Rayovac SPHLTLED 3-in-1 LED Head-Lite features three different lights -- a red LED for nightvision, a white LED for close range, and a long-range Krypton beam. The hands-free design and water-resistant construction make this a great headlamp choice for any outdoors enthusiast. Built for comfort with an adjustable headband, the SPHLTED is suited for almost any head size. This lightweight headlamp never needs replacement bulbs, and it can run for up to 200 hours on three AAA batteries (not included).
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