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Princeton-Tec Quad LED Head Torch

Princeton-Tec Quad LED Head Torch

I am something of a fan of head torches rather than hand-held torches which I find lack versatility, and I have to admit that I am a particular fan of Princeton-Tec’s offerings which suits my needs better than any others I have yet found.

The Princeton-Tec Quad is light (pun intended) at around 96 grams, bright at a maximum output of 21 lumens, versatile with 4 modes and has several useful features.

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Using 4 ultrabright regulated LEDs, the Quad has 4 mode settings from high light output, where the batteries can last up to 50 hours; medium light output with a battery life of up to 70 hours; low light output with a battery life of up to 150 hours, and a “flashing” mode where you also get approximately 150 hours of operation, but at a high light output.  As the LEDs are regulated, you do not have a gradual loss of light output over the whole life of your batteries, but a constant brightness until the batteries are almost exhausted.  The battery power meter is a useful feature and indicates when you need to change batteries (when the torch is off) with a flashing red light under the LED array.  As an extra warning, the torch beam will give several flashes to give you warning of low batteries when the torch is in use.

The versatile Quad uses 3 Alkaline, Lithium or Rechargeable NiCad or NiMH AAA batteries which fit into the sealed battery compartment.  The screw closure of this compartment is designed so that the buckle on the adjustable, soft and comfortable elasticated headband can be used as a screwdriver to achieve a really good seal.  The Quad is designed to be waterproof to 1 meter.

There is a single on/off cycle switch on top of the Quad’s casing.  Press and release the switch within 1.5 seconds of a previous press to cycle through the settings, or switch off by leaving 2 seconds or more after your previous switch use.  The Quad has a hinged bracket so you can tilt the light for maximum convenience, and while the highest light output setting is useful to up to 29 meters, the lowest setting is plenty strong enough for reading and other close work.

Coming in black, blue or camo colours, the Princeton Tec Quad Head Torch comes with a lifetime warranty, costs around £30 and is a lightweight winner that is built to last.

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