Decent Rechargable Work Light?

DaveyD · Oct 28, 2011

Hi everyone.
Anyone got a suggestion on a decent rechargable work light. Idealy something the size of a 2D mains lamp that is also battery powered.
Tired of head lamps and light sticks! :bucktooth:
Regards, David

vernam616 · Oct 28, 2011

have a look at the DeWalt range, however you will need a charger and battery

alli · Oct 28, 2011

I agree with vernam616, I have a range of 18V Dewalt battery tools, If you have the same I would highly reccomend the latern which is excellent. I would also recommend the Portable light which can run off Mains or the battery, the one I have got also acts as a battery charger if it is plugged into the mains.

DaveyD · Oct 28, 2011

Cheers Guys, will check them out ...

Thomas123 · Oct 29, 2011

i've got a makita lxt fluorencent light, i'd recommend it if you have makita batteries.. lasts ages and gives off loads of light.

MarkieSparkie · Oct 29, 2011

I can endorse the views about the Dewalt area light DC020-GB it's an excellent bit of kit. If you already have some Dewalt 18V kit, the area light is now available cheaper as a "bare bones" unit without a battery.

Guest123 · Oct 29, 2011

Thorsman's Goliath range has a rechargeable unit in it.

Thorsman 1775422G2B Goliath GIIPro Worklight 55w 110v With Battery Back-up £69.95

Rappid · Oct 29, 2011

I have the Dewalt DC020, it's a great bit of kit but does not charge the batteries when running on the mains, there is a DC022 which does charge the batteries but the unit a lot more bigger, not ideal for working under the stairs changing the CU.

i=p/u · Oct 29, 2011

i seen b&q had a 2 million candle light that you can recharge from ciggie port in car... 15 quid ???? i seen 5 million candle in lidl £30 quid .....spark i work with has bosch battery one and its bright, light,

Rappid · Oct 29, 2011

Father in law had one of those 5 million candle lights, very bright but does not last long unless the batteries were knackered.

i=p/u · Oct 29, 2011

charge them in car, and if you needed for long periods, you would try and use actual work lamps with plug top.... i might invest in a 5 million one..... of course il read what says on pack first.....

Rockingit · Oct 30, 2011

If you just want a general illumination light for everyday stuff, you can always just get a maintained fitting and stick a plug on it for about £20-25. Great for CU changes in understairs cupboards!!

DaveyD · Oct 31, 2011

Rockingit said:
If you just want a general illumination light for everyday stuff, you can always just get a maintained fitting and stick a plug on it for about £20-25. Great for CU changes in understairs cupboards!!

Thanks, yes that the sort of thing - just looking for something a bit more robust.

i=p/u · Oct 31, 2011

i got a 25m extension reel from lidl and has 120w halogen lamp built onto front which plugs into one ofthe sockets, and people always say thats a good job. think was 27 quid and had it a while now.. got me moneys workth

KCElectrical · Nov 8, 2011

I have a Nightsearcher Workbrite on order, it looks OK and Nightsearcher have a very good reputation for rechargeable floodlights. The buying point for me was LED, so I am not getting scorched and it's very bright with a good few hours use from a full charge.