Rechargeable Flashlights?

[ChiliPepperGarage]

I have a couple Maglites that I love but they use standard D cell batteries that always seem to be dead or near it when I need them. I found rechargeable batteries on Amazon but I'd have to have two sets, one for the light and then a spare set to swap out when the others die.

Maglite does make rechargeable flashlights but just wondering if there are better options. I like the cylindrical lights because I can tuck them under my arm and still use both hands plus there is always the ability to thump someone if I have to!

I'd like the 12V version so I can keep them in my vehicles and boat.

Maglite site:

http://maglite.com/shop/flashlights/rechargeable.html

 

[outboard_256]

I like pelican but they are a lot smaller than the maglites. USB rechargeable so you can charge it in the car.

http://www.pelican.com/us/en/produc...MIuMnhwoDF2wIVE8JkCh0nIAjKEAAYASAAEgKO3fD_BwE

 

[Racey]

One of the major issues with modern flashlights losing charge is the use of an electronically controlled button. If your light has a button that is a momentary and cycles through dim modes, then even when the light is off it is drawing power to keep the controller listening for a button "push". Leave the batteries out of the light, or the back cap off the light when not in use.

The flashlights sold by battery companies are notorious for this, esp the 'Duracell' ones.

Flashlights that have a single mode sometimes still have a real mechanical switch. Easiest way to tell is to turn the light on, then remove the cap&battery with the light still on, wait a few seconds, put it back together, if the light stays on it's a mechanical switch, if the light goes back to off mode, then it's electronic and a battery killer over time.

 

[Gramps]

i keep one of these in each set of my fire gear they are great recharge and cr123 batteries

 

[Spudsbud]

just about any rechargeable that takes the "18630" battery (IIRC) and the highest lumen output you can find. 1000+
Literally hundreds on amazon.

 

[LazyLavey]

Streamlight Stinger. .. been using for years swear by them..

Batteries and parts easy to get if needed

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BD9OKC6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[BareFoot200]

Streamlight Strion in the boat, car ,house and daily use @ work. No brainer.

https://www.amazon.com/Streamlight-74301-Flashlight-12-Volt-1-Holde

 

[ONE-A-DAY]

I bought a half dozen of these, in every car and boat..........stupid bright and always work

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MF5JXIX/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Spot]

I bought a half dozen of these, in every car and boat..........stupid bright and always work

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MF5JXIX/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got a few of these and they are great


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[Icky]

Fenix

 

[tostark]

Streamlight or Pelican..you can't go wrong

 

[copterzach]

I have 2 Rechargeable Fenix. They are bad ass


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[Hullbilly]

Streamlight Stinger. .. been using for years swear by them..

Batteries and parts easy to get if needed

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BD9OKC6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yup, can’t go wrong with a stinger...Use them at work

 

[JDKRXW]

One of the major issues with modern flashlights losing charge is the use of an electronically controlled button. If your light has a button that is a momentary and cycles through dim modes, then even when the light is off it is drawing power to keep the controller listening for a button "push". Leave the batteries out of the light, or the back cap off the light when not in use.

The flashlights sold by battery companies are notorious for this, esp the 'Duracell' ones.
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THIS X 2.
After I figured this out, I cut up an old credit card into pieces that would fit under the rear cap of all the 'electronic' switch lights I have (including a couple of Duracell)

Problem fixed..... No more dead batteries (after taking out the plastic chip) when you need the light

 

[rivermobster]

Fenix is good for sure.

I've had Streamlights at work for decades (hardly use it at all theses days).

Every flashlight I use now is from Nitecore. They are the only ones that can take the constant abuse I put them through.

They also make their own batteries and chargers. So you get everything in one place.

Quality products.

http://flashlight.nitecore.com/

 

[robert1050]

I have 2 Rechargeable Fenix. They are bad ass


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2X Hands down, among the best!

 

[SoCalDave]

Inova T4, had mine since 2006. Comes with car adapter/charger as well. In 2009 the switch started to act up, I called them and they instructed me to ship the flashlight and charger back to them, two weeks later I had a new flashlight and charger. Lifetime warranty that you can't beat.

https://www.amazon.com/T4RQMDB-HB-R...&qid=1528557719&sr=1-9&keywords=t4+flashlight

 

[H20 Toie]

so this is pricy but bad ass for the maglites
you get rechargeable batteries
https://asflashlights.com/led-upgra...x-xhp50-dropin-bulb-for-magltie-6-d-cell.html
crazy bright if you run at 100% can even use it to start a fire

 

[Backlash]

I started using Surefire in 2006 and haven't had any luck with anything else. Streamlight didn't work for me and as a matter of fact, there are 2 lifeless flashlights laying in the drawer as we speak. Hahaha! Yes Surefire is expensive but you get what you pay for. That's all I buy anymore.

 

[Your ad here]

I have a 20v Dewalt cordless light and really like it. I know it's a different style but it is a nice piece.

 

[highvoltagehands]

I have used Fenix & Streamlight handheld for years and highly recommend them. But, Anymore I prefer to throw on LedLensor headlamp with focusable beam which rival handheld flashlights for distance and duration, yet leave your hands free. I always buy lights that will operate at max setting throughout the night(8+hrs) on single charge or single set batteries.

 

[Icky]

I have used Fenix & Streamlight handheld for years and highly recommend them. But, Anymore I prefer to throw on LedLensor headlamp with focusable beam which rival handheld flashlights for distance and duration, yet leave your hands free. I always buy lights that will operate at max setting throughout the night(8+hrs) on single charge or single set batteries.
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Fenix makes a USB rechargeable one, right around 1000 lumens

 

[highvoltagehands]

Fenix makes a USB rechargeable one, right around 1000 lumens

I believe it. Fenix makes great products. My older model TK35 still works great.

 

[Tank]

I have a few of the non-rechargeable Mag lights that always sucked. I did the cheap LED light bulb swap (like $10.00 on ebay) and the difference is AMAZING!! Super bright (as bright at the rechargeable Mag-lights) Plus the batteries last FOREVER because the LED draws minimal current. I had 4 rechargeable lights that needed now batteries and bulbs. Contacted Mag-light and wanted to send them in for an LED retro fit but they were going to be $100.00 each for the re-fit. I'm like, forget it, I'll just buy something else. Pitched them in the trash a couple weeks ago.

Might want to do the cheap LED bulb upgrade. Cheap and easy fix.

But I also have a pelican for work. It's a nice light. Compact, holds a charge, super bright.

 

[robby dmax]

I use this streamlight LED on a daily basis and love them best value!!

 

[shreve"T"]

Ridged makes a great rechargeable LED flashlight.. Battery usually last's about 2 weeks, I use it nightly when I let the dogs out..