looking for a good LED cordless worklight

[thejudges69]

the wife wants to know what to get me for christmas and 1 thing I want is a cordless LED worklight with a good battery.

NOW, the problem, we already have a couple of them and I don't like anything about them, we have quality lights there just not good enough, The problem I have is that being there LED they are very directional. Does anyone make an LED light with a concaved mirror to throw the light in a wider pattern.

 

[beerdog]

which do you have?

 

[PeterT]

How about "the old Brooklyn lantern",, as seen on tv

 

[thejudges69]

I'm not home to give you that info, I can get it for you when I get home, probably next week sometime.

 

[Tarheelgarage]

Streamlight Knucklehead

 

[ex-x-fire]

I've used this bayco 2382 in a shop for 10 months now, haven't had a hiccup yet. The only thing that has broken is the hook retainer, its a plastic c clip. I fixed it by using a soft platic cap, I cut a hole for the flash light end to shine through & punched 2 tiny holes for the hook end. Simple fix.
It also has a car charger included.

 

[thejudges69]

Streamlight Knucklehead

checked that one, don't really like the design, with the flex head, I want something I can hang or lay on something to work, that ones more light a flex head flashlight.

 

[thejudges69]

I've used this bayco 2382 in a shop for 10 months now, haven't had a hiccup yet. The only thing that has broken is the hook retainer, its a plastic c clip. I fixed it by using a soft platic cap, I cut a hole for the flash light end to shine through & punched 2 tiny holes for the hook end. Simple fix.
It also has a car charger included.

how is the lighting though? is it very directional more straight ahead of curved?

 

[Jack Olsen]

I just got one to go with my new (warrantied for life) 18V Ridgid batteries. It's a 150-lumen LED that can function as both a spot or a flood light, has a hanging hook, and is rotatable and on a hinge. I haven't used it much since I got it, though. But for $33 on Ebay, I couldn't say no.

http://www.ridgid.com/x4/products/work-light.html

You rotate the LED element to either a spot lens or a diffusing one.

 

[Paulkenosha]

I just got one to go with my new (warrantied for life) 18V Ridgid batteries. It's a 150-lumen LED that can function as both a spot or a flood light, has a hanging hook, and is rotatable and on a hinge. I haven't used it much since I got it, though. But for $33 on Ebay, I couldn't say no.

http://www.ridgid.com/x4/products/work-light.html

I want that now! I only got the drill/impact combo so didn't get it.

 

[thejudges69]

hmmm, wonder what milwaukee has that will go with my 18V batteries.

 

[thejudges69]

I just got one to go with my new (warrantied for life) 18V Ridgid batteries. It's a 150-lumen LED that can function as both a spot or a flood light, has a hanging hook, and is rotatable and on a hinge. I haven't used it much since I got it, though. But for $33 on Ebay, I couldn't say no.

http://www.ridgid.com/x4/products/work-light.html

You rotate the LED element to either a spot lens or a diffusing one.

this is kind of bulky on the other hand.

 

[padronanniversary]

I hope Milwaukee comes out with something similar

 

[Danglerb]

Walmart had 4 sizes of the Bayco when I was there last night. I would give this as much time as possible as prices will drop and better lights will come out.

Those bulb types are bright, but **** power fast. The Stanley version 732 lumen was $15 at Walmart.

 

[dragonballz]

this is kind of bulky on the other hand.

Are you looking for a handheld flashlight?

http://budgetlightforum.com/node/1078
Google SK68 for that flashlight.

I've used it everyday for 2 years now. It's extremely bright for a single AA battery. If you use a "14500" Li-ion Battery (3.7 volts), it'll be even brighter. The brightness rivals those Stinger flashlights you get off the tool truck. You can "zoom" with the head, either a throw beam or a flood beam.

 

[fr0mastaj]

checked that one, don't really like the design, with the flex head, I want something I can hang or lay on something to work, that ones more light a flex head flashlight.

I bought one knucklehead a while back, liked it so much I immediately bought another one.

It is definitely more a worklight than a flashlight IMO. It does have swivel hook built in, as well as an ultra strong magnet. So you can hang, lay, stick, stand, whatever

Another plus is that it can use regular AA batteries... no crappy internal rechargable battery to eventually not hold a charge anymore.

 

[dragonballz]

http://www.sears.com/craftsman-next...p-00914298000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

This is also nice. I've used this for home work.

 

[thejudges69]

something like this only with a concave lens.

 

[MoToys]

I have this one. Comes with car and home charger. I've had mine for over a year and have been very happy. A couple different companies sell the same one with their name on it.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-cordless-rechargeable-work-light-with-35-led-lights/p-03473904000P

 

[Speedway]

I use an XL3000 myself and I have no complaints..

Search EZ Red XL3000 or pay 3x for it on the tool trucks....

 

[BDAZSVT]

I have this and really like it.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-30-l...3473919000P?prdNo=17&blockNo=17&blockType=G17

 

[thejudges69]

those 2 craftsman lights may be the ticket, how is the direction of the beam? is it direct or rounded lighting.

 

[Mastermind]

guy i worked with had the corded version bayco that looked like the last crafstman there, that thing is sweet.
dad uses the ez-red one, seems good, i have the u-view freedom light from way back, still works great, not very spread like you want though. for spread i use the dewalt flouresent or the ullman style pucks. used the ullman last night stuck to the hood of the car, had better spread than i thought outside at night, i have to say.

 

[jamesemery728]

I've used this bayco 2382 in a shop for 10 months now, haven't had a hiccup yet. The only thing that has broken is the hook retainer, its a plastic c clip. I fixed it by using a soft platic cap, I cut a hole for the flash light end to shine through & punched 2 tiny holes for the hook end. Simple fix.
It also has a car charger included.

+1 on this Bayco. I have had mine for a couple of years, and it seems like I hardly ever have to charge it. It seems to run forever between charges.

 

[Butters]

I use an XL3000 myself and I have no complaints..

Search EZ Red XL3000 or pay 3x for it on the tool trucks....

I have the same one and am happy with the purchase. The same light gets re-badged by Matco and sells for $140. The magnetic holder is a good addition if you buy this light.

 

[ex-x-fire]

I've had 2 of those ez reds, they lasted about a year in the shop before crapping out. The on switch & charging connection is at the base is is very fragile. The 1st one was warrantied , the second one broke around the hook, then the electronics started to act up (not charging/light flickers ect). I've had mine apart fixing connections, they use the same batteries, switches, ect as those imported tube style led lights.
Otherwise a nice light.

 

[MoToys]

those 2 craftsman lights may be the ticket, how is the direction of the beam? is it direct or rounded lighting.

The one I posted has a spotlight (flashlight style) on top and flood on the side.

 

[robertwhite]

Don't know exactly what you are needing the light to do and this is not LED (its fluorescent), but this Dewalt light will light up an entire room. Runs on the standard 18V battery, so if you have any Dewalt 18v, you are good to go. $49 at Lowes.

http://dewalt.com/tools/cordless-lighting-flashlights-dc527.aspx

I have a couple of the normal led stick type work lights and this thing just destroys them.

 

[nassin2]

I have one of these and it's worked out well so far. The hook is magnetic and mount on the top or side. If it gets bumped the magnet lets go without breaking anything. The end is hex shape so it doesn't roll around and it has an opening for use as a flashlight.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_47406-1373-...s&pl=1&currentURL=?Ntt=work+lights&facetInfo=

 

[CWP1616L]

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0025UF2GU/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Danglerb]

Are you looking for a handheld flashlight?

http://budgetlightforum.com/node/1078
Google SK68 for that flashlight.

I've used it everyday for 2 years now. It's extremely bright for a single AA battery. If you use a "14500" Li-ion Battery (3.7 volts), it'll be even brighter. The brightness rivals those Stinger flashlights you get off the tool truck. You can "zoom" with the head, either a throw beam or a flood beam.

Same one is in my pocket right now and has been since the day it arrived from China. $7 shipped.

I'm spoiled on lights, and OLD, so I need good light to see. That means I own a bunch of different kinds and may have 4 or 5 different ones out while working on the car. A big corded CFL never needs batteries and puts out a lot of light cheap.

 

[trexdoink]

I use an XL3000 myself and I have no complaints..

Search EZ Red XL3000 or pay 3x for it on the tool trucks....

That looks like my Mac. They are great lights. I think I paid $80.

 

[Jack Olsen]

Nudged by this thread, I picked up a rechargeable model from Craftsman. It's got 35 LEDs, some of which are in the cap of the thing and function like a spotlight. It was $20. When I got it, the only thing I didn't like was the stupid paper insert inside it with all of the sales info and warnings and such. So I painted over that part.

Here's the new version of the back side:

And here's where I find room to put it. I'm able to thread its charging cord down behind the pegboard. The light itself has a magnet that will hold it to the side of my tool cabinet.

Here it is, stowed and charging. Out of sight, but still handy.

 

[Provincial]

I have the same Craftsman light as Jack, and it works well. Sometimes I wish it were brighter, but it is so handy to just unplug and use that it outweighs the light output issue most of the time.

I also got some of those blue puck lights (#67227)that Harbor Freight has on sale for about $2.50 each with coupon ($3.49 without). They put out a lot of light for their size and the magnet on the back makes them very useful. Their compact size is handy under dashboards.

 

[d-rive]

Hi all!
My first post here.
I am using Bosch Variled. It's the brigthest working lamp and also very handy.
Since i already have three batteries (14,4 volts) i choose it and i am very happy with it.
Also is not a chinese thing. Is made in Europe, Romania with a flawless quality made.
http://www.bosch-professional.com/gb/en/ocs/tools/101306/24651/worklights/gli-variled/

 

[meatness]

I just got one to go with my new (warrantied for life) 18V Ridgid batteries. It's a 150-lumen LED that can function as both a spot or a flood light, has a hanging hook, and is rotatable and on a hinge. I haven't used it much since I got it, though. But for $33 on Ebay, I couldn't say no.

http://www.ridgid.com/x4/products/work-light.html

You rotate the LED element to either a spot lens or a diffusing one.

Hey Jack,

I was under the impression that rigid batteries were only warranteed for 3 years. Do you have a source that says otherwise? I am in the market and this would be a selling point for me.

Thanks

 

[DodgeMech]

The hell with drop lights...check out the blue point led rechargeable hood light...

 

[Hawk Thor]

I have 5 of these. One at home, one in my car, one in the shop and two at work. They come with a 220V charger and a 12V charger.

They fit great in pockets and are IP66 rated with a good rubber plug for the charge port. Mine have fallen in bilge water a few times and they work fine, even if it took me half an hour to fish them out.

They have a good light distribution but still put most of the light where you point it, but not in a small spot like some lights. It will light up my living room or a sizeable compartment quite well.

They are good for 4 hours of continuous use according to the package. I feel like they get longer battery life, but have not measured it. The only flaw I can find is that when they are out of power they just turn off. There is no warning, no flicker or significant dimming, they just cut out. That can be bad when you're deep inside a tank full of partitions but should not be a problem for a auto tech.

Most of the mechanics, welders and mechanical engineers at work have one of these. They have really performed well here in the shipyard.

I have a few different types of work lights but I almost only use these now. Only the one that clips to my hardhat and my penlight get used alongside these.

 

[F-Bobby]

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002N2HD5I/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I had this one (though I think mine only had 40 LED's) and it survived the worst abuse that I could put it through. Lasted a hell of a long time on a charge as in multiple days of near constant use at the shop. I dropped it, stepped on it, threw it, hit it. The worst that happened was the lens got scratched. I'm gonna be picking up another one since my old one got stolen years ago.

 

[Greatwhitewing]

These intrigued me from Amazon. Haven't bought any yet.