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Q: Why not rate the bulb in watts?
A: The reason we do not rate the bulb in watts is because watts don't tell
how much light is being emitted. In addition, different LEDs require different
amounts of power (watts) for a given amount of light.
Q: When do you have to replace the capacitors?
A: Never.
Q: How long will the flashlight hold a charge when not in use?
A: When the flashlight is fully charged, it will tend to hold a usable charge
for about two weeks.
Q: What is the difference between a battery and a capacitor?
A: Batteries require a chemical reaction to store energy. A capacitor
stores the electrical charge or energy directly. It's like storing a lightning
bolt. Each time an ordinary battery charges and discharges, it converts
electricity into a chemical bond and vice versa. During each charge the
chemicals wear down and over time, the batteries lose their ability to retain a
charge.
Q: Are these lights intrinsically safe or do they have a "Class" or
"Div" rating?
A: The PC3.300 is currently not rated as intrinsically safe.
Q: May the flashlight be used in IDLH atmospheres?
A: The PC3.300 is currently not rated to be used in IDLH atmospheres.
IDLH means "immediate danger of life & health," which is a safety term for
environments that may have reduced oxygen levels and possible toxic condi-
tions.
well do the flashlights work in smoke-filled environments?
A: The flashlights have been designed to penetrate smoke and still provide
a useable halo for flood illumination.
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