New torch - opinions please.

[Alex Beckett]

Hi all,

i need to get a new torch for work and am looking at the Makita 18v jobby. I wouldn't normally spend £30 on a torch but figured as I already have makita power tools and batteries it will save me money in the long run on the battery's. It will be used for servicing and repair work Mainly... checking flues in lofts, working in cupboards, inside boilers etc...

Has as anyone used these power tool torches before and if so are they any good?

thanks in advance.
Alex

 

[Ermintrude]

Yes I have them. They are pretty good. Apparently the non led ones zap battery.

 

[Deleted member 64964]

I use a led head torch can't fault it, it's so much brighter than the makita and you don't need to carry it, it's always in front of you and it looks at what your looking at.

 

[jtsplumbing]

Cant see the point in carrying these big bulky / heavy torch's if only doing service work, plenty of small compact LED ones available that will attach to boiler, an cheep s chips to buy, As Thermological says head torch leaves hands free

 

[Scott_D]

I have the 18v makita LED torch. It's great, I use it all the time

 

[townfanjon]

Are head torches like gloves lads lol. I hate use ing gloves but have actually got used to them.
tried head torches but can't seem to have patience to keep them on , usually wrive them off after 2 mins.

 

[gassafe]

I have the 18v Halogen one, its also great & awesome for those jobs on the roofs pace or under sink, I don't wanna look like a coal miner with a head torch lol!

Iv heard the new makita led one has a much longer run time so might be a better purchase.

 

[Deleted member 64964]

Are head torches like gloves lads lol. I hate use ing gloves but have actually got used to them.
tried head torches but can't seem to have patience to keep them on , usually wrive them off after 2 mins.

Yeah you definitely get used to them sometimes I find it's still on my head half a mile down the road lol

 

[SimonG]

The small led one I got free from Williams is spot on.

 

[townfanjon]

The small led one I got free from Williams is spot on.

Did you swap it for the biscuits lol ?

 

[kozak1968]

I use the Sealey rechargeable led torch. They last about 3 hours and take about 3 hours to charge. They are very bright with magnets so you can stick it on a pipe ect. Cost about £25 -30.

 

[Dotty]

LED head torch and cree hand torch for me, both always in my tool bag.

 

[DrainMedic]

We have a snap on dealer who comes to our place and I got an LED Lenser off him, it's amazing! Also, I have a floodlight from b and q (£30 ish I think it was) - it's like a security light but it's a rechargeable 5 watt led type and fills the roof space with light. I keep it charged between calls on the dash of the van, so the battery has never run out, but then again, my longest job is about 2 hours. The makita ones seem to be all bark and no bite, and I'm a huge makita fan!

 

[plumben]

Ive got a wireless led floodlight from screw fix, its brilliant for lighting up a room, also got a few waterproof inspetion lamps and a good thrunite torch

 

[goz666]

LED Lenser P7, pocket sized, batteries last for months and that powerful that I used to use it at nights when out with the dog for a quick spot of lamping occasionally.

 

[bassmonster]

this piece of kit is really good..battery lasts for ages.

5000LM 3x CREE XM-L T6 LED Headlight Light Headlamp Flashlight +2x18650 +Charger | eBay

 

[Deleted member 64964]

this piece of kit is really good..battery lasts for ages.

5000LM 3x CREE XM-L T6 LED Headlight Light Headlamp Flashlight +2x18650 +Charger | eBay

I like that I've seen it on an advert somewhere.

 

[JWLPlumbing]

Some good suggestions there lads, thank you!

 

[antdad]

If you don't want a head set or a torch based on tool batteries these are great for the money...


CREE Q5 3W Led 350 Lumens mini Flashlight Zoomable Torch AA: Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools