Camping lantern: types and principle of operation
Camping lantern — it is a mobile light source that is intended for use by tourists on hikes, as well as for military personnel or other special forces. Unlike other analogues, camping lanterns provide diffused light, rather than creating a concentrated beam. There are many types of camping lights depending on their design, power source and specific uses. The most popular among them are:
- Lamps based on LED. Many camping lights use light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as their light source. LED lights are characterized by high efficiency, brightness and durability.
- Gas lanterns. Gas lanterns use gas (usually propane or butane) as a fuel source. The gas is supplied through a special hole, and then ignites and a fire appears, illuminating everything around.
- Battery lights. These lights are powered by rechargeable batteries. They usually have lithium batteries, which allows them to be light and durable.
- Solar lanterns. Solar lanterns use solar panels to store solar energy. The battery stores this energy, which it then uses to power the LEDs.
- Chemical lights. They use chemical reactions to create light. Usually, it is the mixing of two chemical compounds that creates a light effect.
Each of these types of camping lights has its advantages and disadvantages, so the choice depends on your needs and usage conditions.
Camping flashlight: which one to choose?
Depending on what tasks and operating conditions you need a lantern for, you should choose a suitable camping lantern. Their assortment is impressive in its diversity. In order to choose the appropriate model, it will not hurt to evaluate the capabilities of each specific model. Pay attention to the following parameters:
- Brightness of light. Determine how bright light you need. For example, a lower brightness may be sufficient for lighting a tent than for moving through the forest at night.
- Food. Consider different options for camping lights — on batteries, accumulators, solar panels, etc. Each of these operating principles has its advantages and disadvantages, which should be evaluated individually depending on your needs. For example, a rechargeable camping light needs periodic charging, so if there is no power source for a long time, then such models will not meet your expectations. At a time when flashlights on batteries are a universal solution in any conditions.
- Power. Depending on the type of power supply, the power of the lantern is determined, which affects the duration of its operation and efficiency. Manufacturers indicate this information on the packaging.
- Weight and size. The size and weight of a tourist flashlight can be different — from models that easily fit in a pocket to much larger ones. If portability is of key importance to you, then it is better to choose compact models, but if you need more power and a large area of illumination, then it is better to give preference to larger models.
- Functionality and additional features. Some lights may have additional features, such as a built-in charging port for mobile devices, a "beacon" mode, or the ability to adjust the angle of the light. In addition, some models may have a waterproof coating or shockproof housing, which significantly expands the functionality of the camping flashlight.
If the chosen model, at first glance, meets all your requirements, it will not be superfluous to read reviews from other users. Perhaps, during operation, they discovered some shortcomings, which it will be useful for you to find out in advance.
Where to buy a camping lantern?
You can buy a camping lantern in the Prof1group military store. In the range of models of famous brands — Fenix, Led Lenser. Princeton Tec and Sturm Mil-Tec. Most of them are rechargeable, but the range is constantly updated and expanded. The price range is quite wide, thanks to which it is possible to buy a camping lantern inexpensively. Delivery is possible throughout Ukraine. The company "Nova Poshta" is engaged in transportation. The delivery time may vary within a few days.