Having your path illuminated can help you get to your wanted destination. Now, this can sound metaphorically, but even in the literal meaning, proper illumination will help you feel safe and see the path in front of you. No matter if you're a camper, hiker, cyclist, or hunter, you'll need a proper torch. But, even if you aren't any of these, having a flashlight for simple tasks around the house, can be of great help. How to choose yours? First, determine what you'll use it for and how strong of a beam it should have.
JETBeam are your guys if you can't make up your mind. Founded in 2004, this brand is offering high-performance flashlights, creating products used in various fields including law enforcement, military use, industrial lighting, marine, and any outdoor activity.
Here are some basic types of torches you can find in any of JETbeam torches Australia stores.
Types of Torch
Pocket Flashlight
Pocket torches are slightly smaller than regular models, and choosing the right one might not be as easy as you think. There're several things you need to consider, such as the size, style, type of light, price and where you'll use it. Pocket torches are small models, and as the name says, they are kept in the pocket just within a reach of your hand. You can use these for many different things such as fixing things on your car while camping, or simply using them to light your path, when searching for things in the basement, or garage, you name it.
They're practical, lightweight and easy to use; most people would opt out for this type, instead of a full-size flashlight as it's easy to store in your pocket, bag, glove compartment, you name it. You can carry it with you at all times, without feeling as if it compromises your space. Choose a LED pocket light to get a long-lasting flashlight with a strong beam. These pocket torches come in various sizes and you can choose a different LED colour.
If you're checking JETbeam torches Australia store options, you can find models that come with a keyring, so you can attach the torch to your key chain and always know where it is. This way you can always have it with you. Carry it on your hiking or cycling adventure, when reading maps, searching for small items on the floor in your home or car, or just anywhere.
Hand-held Torches
These are the most common type of torches that are commonly used by the military, police, campers, or drivers. You don't have to be part of the military or go on regular camping adventures to get yourself a hand-held torch. These models come in different sizes and will help you illuminate a dark place be it in your car, around your tent, in dark corners of your home, behind the furniture and so on.
Hand-held torches can be quite small to a point where you can attach them to a keyring (pocket size), pen torches or can be large spotlight models. Naturally, the size will affect the power of the beam, weight, as well as battery consumption. Torches with brighter beams will use more battery, so if you need a torch for camping or for your car, get a more powerful model. If you're looking for a torch for your house, it doesn't have to have the strongest beam. LED bulbs are quite efficient since they use less battery but have a strong beam.
Check the focus function of the torch since some models can focus their beams to a super-narrow point, which increases the projection range. If you need an outdoor torch, choose a waterproof model (this shouldn't be hard since most outdoor models are waterproof).
Head Torches
Head torches are specially made for activities such as camping, cycling, hiking, exploring caves, setting tents, and fixing things around your home or car where you need your hands to be free. These torches come in different sizes and have various outputs. A head torch comes with a head strap system you can adjust to fit your head (it can be wrapped over a helmet or a hat) and the torch itself.
Head torches usually come with LED bulbs in different colours, so if you need night vision, get a red light; it won't damage your night vision as could easily happen with white light. Be sure to practice wearing it and see how you can focus the beam onto things (don't feel overwhelmed because at first, it can be a bit disorienting).
Wind-up Torches and Lanterns
If you're looking for torches that don't use batteries, go for wind-up models. These torches rely on a hand crank for charging the internal battery which means you can still get light even if you don't have batteries. Wind-up torches and lanterns may not rely on batteries but will need a considerable amount of winding. And while you may save money on batteries, these torches might not be the most suitable choice if you will go trekking in dangerous areas when you need light at all times. These torches aren't the most reliable option cases when you need them to regenerate light quickly.
