Features

• One year warranty, one year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial
• Powered by DeWalt 18-volt battery system
• Pivoting head rotates 90 degrees
• Wide angle beam
• Lightweight

Reviews (3)

Dewalt cordless light-flexable neck
I sure do like this light. Light is bright, and lasts a pretty good long time. The only thing that I didn't like about it is that if you set it down on the battery, and raise the lamp up and point it down, it becomes unbalanced. but...that doesn't hinder my using it...love the light.

Very Handy Work Light
I have used this flashlight for about one year and it has become alost the only flashlight I use. In Cabinets it illuminates the entire space, no fumbling to re-aim or balance or juggle. In crawl spaces you can set it up and work in a wide area without having to fool with the light, like a portable flood light. This and my LED headlight are all I need anymore. Great tool, and no worries about having fresh batteries!

A very expensive flashlight
Works as advertised, the only downside is that I hate to let my kids use it as the cost of the batteries make for a VERY expensive flashlight. ... Read more

Features

• Requires 3 AAA batteries (included)
• Burn times for the four light settings are: high - 80 hours, medium - 120 hours, low - 150 hours, strobe - 400 hours
• Retractable headstrap can also be worn on wrist, wrapped around a pipe, or stand alone
• Switch is recessed for protection and is ease of operation
• Water resistant - won't short out even if submerged

Amazon.com Product Description

This ultralight, ultracompact, ultracute little LED lamp weighs less than a golf ball and fits in the palm of your hand. Even better, its versatility allows users to attach it to an ankle, wrist, bicep, or most any other body part--including the head, of course. It comes with a retractable Dyneema cord for bodily attachment and operates on three AAA batteries. Backpackers will love it because it fits snugly into nearly any compartment and weighs next to nothing. Even people whose idea of the great outdoors extends no further than the grocery store down the street will like it for evening strolls, as it fits easily into a pants pocket. ... Read more

Features

• Powered by three AAA batteries (included)
• Extremely compact--about the size of a roll of film
• Small adjustable cord replaces the standard head band
• LED light provides 150 hours continuous light
• Weighs only 2.2 ounces

Reviews (17)

Powerful + Survived Blackout 2003
Early this year, I was shopping for a mini book lamp. I had only two choices:
1. Zelco "itty bitty" Book Light
2. Petzel E44p Headlamp.
Researched both products. Finally, decided Petzel E44P was the one for me based on reviews and the overall product specs . I purchased two Petzel headlamps and I'm happy that I made the right choice.
Petzel:
- Small, portable and powerful
- Light, Stable, Comfortable and Powerful lamp
- Handy Utility Lamp -
- Night Reading - Excellent
- Offer great lighting when you are working in a tight spot.
- Petzel E44P became my essential survival tool during the GREAT Blackout 2003!
- Pay more - Priceless for a Rock Solid Product
- Battery Perfect Size
- Powerful LED lamp vs. standard yellow light
- Long Lasting battery - The batteries are over 6 months old and it is still going strong.

Cons: Closing the battery lid was not easy.
On/Off switch could be better.

Nearly perfect; just watch how you take it off
This is a nearly perfect headlamp.

Positive points:
1) Best battery life of any headlamp that I've seen. LED lamps, low power consumption, etc. mean that it easily gets 100 hours per set of batteries.
2) Lightest, most comfortable headlamp on the market, especially for daily use and/or "in your pocket, when I need it" use.
3) Terrific as a "go put the dog out" or "reading in bed" light.

Bottom line: it's really cool; works great, can be packed away, and used as a hand lamp...get one. You'll love it.

Minor caveats:
1) There's a little warning slip in the package, but in case you miss that: to avoid unpleasant surprises, DO use two hands to take it off, so the rear pad doesn't jump off the back of your head and hit your hand.
2) It's not waterproof, and not as secure as some of the higher-end sport headlamps. Therefore, when pursuing physically vigorous activities, you may want a headlamp that is a little more secure. This is fine, however, for jogging, biking, reading in bed, etc.

Fantastic For Camping And Many Other Uses!
I purchased my first Zipka as a stocking stuffer for my husband, HOPING he would use it. It gets used all the time! Taking out the trash, in the workshop, as a book light, around the house and of course Camping! My whole family has since purchased them. The battery lasts forever and its a great way to tend the fire or cook without having to set up a lantern or other light source. Its light weight and durable too. Even my small cousins have them and they work great!

Wow- lasts forever, great product!
This light never dies due to its LED technology. It is not extremely bright but definitely bright enough for illuminating your path at night. It is great for power outages or camping. I feel much safer walking or jogging at night in my neighborhood. Light-weight, very good attachment mechanism. This product is a major improvement compared to the standard head lamp, to the point that everybody should have one. It is a perfect gift in that it is (1) reasonable price, (2) usable by anybody, (3) sufficiently different that people are unlikely to already have it, (4) truly useful/safety feature as opposed to worthless junk that is most gifts.

Great light for occasional use
I am a private pilot and carry this light in my flight bag. It has proven to be phenomenally useful. I highly recommend it for any situation where you need an occasional light (household use, in your car, boat, for camping, etc.) For portable, occasional use, this cannot be beat. ... Read more

Features

• One year warranty, one year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial
• Powered by DeWalt 14.4-volt battery system
• Pivoting head rotates 90 degrees
• Wide angle beam
• Lightweight compact design

Reviews (8)

Accessory
This is a nice accessory to have, if you already own a DeWalt battery pack and the charger. Basically, that would limit my recommendation of this product to those who already own a cordless 14.4 volt DeWalt tool. While the flashlight itself is relatively inexpensive at about $25, the battery pack and the charger are not. The battery pack cost more than $50 apiece. Add the cost of the charger and you get the idea that this is not a flashlight system that you buy on its own. But, if you already own the battery packs and the charger, then spending an additional $25 will get you a very powerful and durable flashlight.

I bought this flashlight because I already own the 14.4 volt XRP drill. The flashlight and drill are sharing the two batteries that came with the drill.

This is a very nice, wide-beam flashlight. The craftsmanship is what you would expect from DeWalt. The light is made of quality materials. And, due to the design and the bottom-heaviness of the battery pack, this flashlight can "stand" on its own. Perfect for those times when you don't have someone to hold the light for you. And, because it throws a wide beam, this unit can illuminate quite a lot of area. I highly recommend this high quality light to those who already own a DeWalt tool that uses the 14.4 volt battery pack.

Very Durable
I have had two of these flashlights since they first came out (in 1993 or 1994 I think) and we use them constantly! Each light is used an average of 4 times per night to "take the dogs out" in addition to other incidentals.

I love the fact that I can set the flashlight down, the weight of battery holding it in place, and can use the swivel head to direct the light. I have NEVER had a problem with the swivel heads.

These things are very durable. They have been in the dust, dropped from ladders onto semi-hard surfaces a few times, out in the snow and rain, stepped on and knocked over a ton of times - in plain English, just used and abused, but they still keep working!

Battery life on these flashlights is about 3 hours of continuous use and I have changed the bulbs only about 3 times on each light. The light is bright enough to light up the dogs pretty well about 60 to 75 feet away - depending on the battery charge state. When we lose power I set up a couple of the lights in the house and point them at the ceiling to light up the rooms. MUCH safer than candles...

It may sound kind of expensive at a total cost of $94 ($25 per light + ~$60 for a battery + $3 each for the bulbs) but I figure about 1 hour use per day, per light for 10 years (and still counting) results in a cost of just 2.6 cents per hour!!! (not including the electricity cost for the charger). If you already own a Dewalt rechargeable tool, the cost of ownership drops to less than a penny per hour based on my experience. How can you beat that investment???

My only small nit with these lights is the switch can sometimes be hard to turn on. I found that a dab of Di-Electric Grease every couple years on the switch easily fixes that.

If these lights ever die, I would ABSOLUTELY replace them with the same model. Short of a major disaster, I would say these things have at least another 10 years left in them!

best flashlight
Ive been an electrician for almost 20 years and this is with out a doubt the best flashlight ive ever used. Only problem is w/me i have lost more than several of these puppies over the years, i tend to leave them in attics. Its not cheap, roughly [money] for the flashlite and [more money] for a battery. Im using a [inexpensive] throw-a-way flashlite @ present, he , he, but will buy another battery and flashlite soon...

Very Bright But...
Got mine in a combo pack. Light is durable and bright but after a year of use, it will not turn on with the switch. I have to turn the switch on and then give the battery a good whack to get it to go on.

DW906 Pivoting Head Flashlight
I have used this light so much that I now carry it in me tool bag every day. The only problem I have had with the light is that it breaks right at the swivel joint. But, I'm buying another one because it is the brightest, most useful light I've ever owned. Gotta love those people at DeWalt. ... Read more

Features

• One year warranty, One year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial
• Powered by 14.4 volt battery system
• Flexible neck for hands free lighting
• Head locks in place for use as a latern
• Battery and charger sold separately

Reviews (4)

A very handy accessory
This light has proven to be a real workhorse around the shop. When installing cabinets, getting to hard-to-reach hardware or just doing DIY stuff around the house, it's always helped out. The battery life is very good and the light's tough. I'd recommend it for anyone who owns the DeWalt 14.4v drill. Buy an extra battery just for the light. A simple idea that works well.

Don't be fooled with what DeWalt calls "flexibility"
I should say something about DeWalt that not a lot of people know. DeWalt and Black&Decker are one company. So what is behind that black and yellow casing could be Black&Decker!! ( Please don't misunderstand me, I am not saying it is; it could be-what is inside of a Lexus is a Toyota-Don't be fooled by advertising and what other people think ) Many pro. tool users will probably agree with me that DeWalt is not an industrial brand; it is premium household!

Anyway, about this light, I am very happy with the amount of light it produces and the length of the time with one charge. But, there is a problem. The reason why I bought this light is the problem, the flexibility. There is really no flexibility. This light will NOT be flexible as you would think it will. It will loose the balance and will fall. I used it for about a month, got tired of it and got the regular version of this light. That will do anything this "flexible" light does and saves me about 400-500% time on tiring to change the light angle.

Bright + Tough + Flexible = Very useful
Since I don't really use my drill that often, I thought this might be a good idea to help make use of my investment. This light helps tremendously when working in confined areas (engine compartments), or places where you can't lay a regular flashlight down. The flexible head allows for lots of placement possibilities and the light is blingingly bright. I would definately recommend this to anyone who has a 14.4 volt dewalt tool.

Pure Kryptonite Power
This thing is what Black & Decker's pitiful Snakelight™ wants to be when it grows up. Using a DeWalt/B&D 14.4v rechargable power module (regrettably not included or it'd rate FIVE stars), it puts out a beam that'd kill Superman. Really. Simple, solid, bright as a 737's landing light, it's worth the extra few dollars to have a serious flashlight around the house, car or jobsite. ... Read more

Features

• Head locks in place for use as a lantern
• Powered by 18v battery system
• Battery sold separately
• Wide angle beam
• Flexible neck for hands-free operation

Reviews (6)

Has a few problems
I've used this light for years because it came with the kit.

Ok, one day I really needed it and I set it down and the thing fell over and the bulb broke. I went and put another one in. Of course, since I'm a klutz, I broke the second one and had to finish working in the attic with a bic lighter.

One day I turned it on and the light was so bright it was so cool, then it burnt out quicky. What happened? I had put a 14 volt bulb in the thing. Hey, it worked cool for a few minutes.

Anyway, seriously, the flexible part needs design work, the light does not stand on its own well and often falls over. The tool itself is indespensable, but if it had a longer neck that was more rigid and a base that was more stable it would work better.

DW919 18-Volt Flexible Floodlight
I just purchased another one of these flashlights a few weeks ago and already have several others I've owned for years that are kept both in the truck and at the shop. They have taken quite a beating but all still function well. I use them on the job routinely along with many other Dewalt 18V tools so I could easily justify the purchase of an 18V battery for each flashlight and like the idea of not having to pull one out of another tool to make them operable.
The flexible 18V flashlight is without a doubt one of the best cordless accessory ideas to ever come around for tradespersons and service techs. Anyone who's been around long enough probably remembers the expense having to purchase cases of disposable 6V alkaline lantern batteries that would only last for a few hours or the cheap and dangerous 120V drop lights with the bulbs that frequently blew out if you bumped the light to hard, even when using rough service bulbs. My favorite was when a hot bulb would shatter from thermal shock after accidentally making contact with a few drops of water leaving the energized electrodes of the broken bulb exposed. If you were lucky you'd to be using a GFCI protected receptacle. It's still amazing that more people weren't killed.
I have dragged, dropped and banged the DW919 flashlight mercilessly over the years and can't recall ever blowing a single bulb because of it.
It produces a bright white spot beam and a fully charged battery can sometimes last for several hours of continuous use. It can easily last all day if you're just using it for a few minutes at a time and make the effort to shut it off when not needed. Replacement bulbs come in two-packs and are not really that expensive considering that you can average many months of use from a single bulb. The impact resistant plastic construction makes this flashlight very rugged as well as safe for working around electrical equipment. The lens is made of lexan, the threaded cap is sealed with a gasket making the head and flexible rubber covered shaft dust tight and safe for water splash. It is much better and more durable than the DeWalt pivot head model which I also had used previously. The flexible shaft can be wrapped around a pipe or cable or even worn around your neck. I find that if you need to set the light on the floor, it's best to lay the battery on it's side then coil the shaft around like a snake and point the head where you want it because the battery's weight tends makes the light fall over if you don't.
The DW919 flashlight is now an indispensable part of my workday and I highly recommend it as an accessory to any tradesperson who is already using Dewalt 18v tools.

works perfectly with a little common sense
I have owned this light for over a year and recommend it highly, so I was confused by another reviewer's comments about the neck being too flexible. I currently have my light on a table and have been trying to replicate the problem of the light not holding its position. I confirmed that indeed the head will drift down, or the whole lamp tip over, if I try to extend the neck laterally. But by simply keeping the head more or less above the base, it can be infinitely adjusted to maintain its aim indefinitely, with no drift at all... even with the full 16" of the neck extended vertically. Typically, though, I fold the head back down the neck part way before aiming it. It's hard to think of a situation where this would be a limitation, which is probably why I hadn't noticed the "problem" in a year of heavy use. Making the neck more rigid would compromise the major advantage of the DW919 over the pivoting head version (DW908): the fact that the flexible neck can be wrapped around a beam, post, etc. or even around your own neck if there is no stable surface to sit it on. So far I have not replaced the original bulb, but the lamp comes with a spare bulb secured inside the light head ready for easy access. I have bounced the light around with other tools and occasionally dropped it carelessly, but it just keeps on going. During a major power outage this year I used the lamp extensively for several days, recharging the battery in my car using a DC adapter. The illumination is sufficient for lighting a whole room for 2-3 hours. My initial concern was that there is no adjustment on the unit for focusing the light, but in practise I have never found that to be a problem because the light is so bright. The cost for the light plus battery and recharger would be prohibitive. However if you already own (or plan to own) other DeWalt 18V tools, then you have the recharger and a battery. I have four 18V tools plus the lamp and I rotate four batteries. I find I use the light almost as often as my drill. The light weighs 1lb (the battery will add another 2lb).

Limp light
I am a huge fan of DeWalt products and own a dozen or so DeWalt tools. This light was a disappointment. If you want to use the battery as a base and point the lamp at something the flexible shaft can't retain it's position. Worse yet, as the light starts to sag the whole thing can topple. The problem is the flexible shaft is not very stiff. The light output is very bright and remains charged for a long time.

Don't be fooled by what DeWalt calls "flexibility"
I should say something about DeWalt that not a lot of people know. DeWalt and Black&Decker are one company. So what is behind that black and yellow casing could be Black&Decker!! ( Please don't misunderstand me, I am not saying it is; it could be-what is inside of a Lexus is a Toyota-Don't be fooled by advertising and what other people think ) Many pro. tool users will probably agree with me that DeWalt is not an industrial brand; it is premium household!

Anyway, about this light, I am very happy with the amount of light it produces and the length of the time with one charge. (I have the 14.4v) But, there is a problem. The reason why I bought this light is the problem, the flexibility. There is really no flexibility. This light will NOT be flexible as you would think it will. It will loose the balance and will fall. I used it for about a month, got tired of it and got the regular version of this light. That will do anything this "flexible" light does and saves me about 400-500% time on tiring to change the light angle. ... Read more

Features

• 1 Year warranty
• Fits on to any Panasonic 15.6 volt battery
• As long as 6.5 hours per charge with 3.0 amp batteries
• As bright as 100 lumans
• Both the head and handle tilt to make it easy to "aim" the light

Reviews (2)

Great light, poor ergonomics.
I've got the 12v version. I use my lantern to light my way home during winter months (it's a 15minute walk from the station). The power is fantastic (more than I need). The beam seams to go for hundreds of yards.
But the ergonomics are bad. The lantern sways too much when held by the handle, so I hold mine around the neck (luckily I've got big hands). And even with the standard twelve volt battery it's too heavy! Fortunately I've still got one of the old compact batteries which is lighter to carry.
The bulb lasts forever. I've had this lantern for six years and it still got the original bulb (my maglite bulbs last as little as a few weeks).

Need more light
Since receiving my Panasonic 15.6 volt lantern I have forgotten about 3 volt flashlights and 6 volt lanterns. The amount of light and the distance this unit can project it is fantastic, as is the battery life, but that is only the beginning as the quality construction contains numerous features starting with the on-off switch which is positive and protected with a rubber cover. The bulb is spring mounted for vibration resistance and the spotlight compartment has a gasket and a mount inside for the included spare bulb. The spotlight is adjustable as is the handle and combined with the weight of the unit make it easy to set it down and direct light where you want it for hands free use. The handle also has notches, which aid in hanging the unit centered and also fit your hand comfortably when it is carried. All in all I am very pleased with the performance and construction of this product. ... Read more

Features

• 18 volt replacement floodlight bulb
• 2 per package
• One year warranty, One year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial

Reviews (1)

let there be light
What can you say bulbs burn out. These can be hard to find so if you are buying a light you might as well pick up a couple because there is nothing worse than grabbing your light and finding out the bulb is burned out and you don't have a spare when you really need it! ... Read more

Features

• Electronic on/off switch
• Led pen-style light
• 210 hours of useful light
• shockproof
• Water resistant

Amazon.com Product Description

As the evening descends on your 10-mile hike, which took just a bit longer than you anticipated because of the detour around the black bear, aren't you glad you brought the Tikka headlamp to light your trail the rest of the way? Among the most compact and lightweight headlamps in Petzl's catalog, the Tikka is not only terrific for hiking but also for close-in detail work, such as whittling carefully crafted marshmallow sticks at the campfire. The Tikka features a 150-hour burn time, gives off a very white light, and comes with an adjustable elastic strap that fits any size head or helmet. Backpackers, mountaineers, and spelunkers should all buy one. ... Read more

Features

• Delivers 150 hours continuous light
• Perfect for camping, hiking, home projects--any time you need extra light
• Comfortable adjustable strap with cushion forehead pad
• Fits in the palm of your hand
• Extremely lightweight--weighs only 2.5 ounces

Reviews (16)

Outstanding compact headlamp
This is a great little headlamp that throws out quite a powerful beam, and has a very soft, comfortable head strap. It works well as an after-dark navigational light or as a working-around-the-campsite light. It's a tiny bit too bright for me to use comfortably as a reading light, but that may just be my thing. It's a darned compact size, and according to their literature, can give up to an amazing 150 hours of light with its three AAA batteries. The comfy adjustable strap holds the lamp in place, and there's a bit of cushy padding so that it doesn't hurt your forehead. Very functional, nothing really horribly wrong with it.

That said, however, there are some things I don't like about it. While the angle of the beam is a good one, it's not adjustable like the Black Diamond Ion is (however, it is more comfortable to wear than the Ion.) This is my main complaint, though; the batteries are a bit tricky to get changed, and there is often not a good, solid contact with the batteries and the terminals, which leads to a slightly flickering light, which I find really irritating. There are also smaller lamps to be had now, and when every inch of space is a consideration, that's important. However, that 150-hour burn time is hard to beat!

But really, the Tikka is a perfectly fine piece of equipment, and it does its job well. The folks at Backpacker magazine just loved it, so it's obviously got some good things going for it.

It's a hit.
This thing is great. The benefit when camping or hiking is obvious, good light right where you look and both hands free. I use it at home all the time, home improvement projects, working on the car, reading in bed, amazing how many times you will use this handy light. The light is bright enough to walk a trail at night or to read by, can be set on a table to light a small room for simple tasks. Very comfortable to wear, small and light to keep in a pocket. I've had it for about a year now and never changed the batteries, they seem to last forever, I have 80 hours or so on them now and it's still bright enough to be useful.

Get one, you won't regret it.

Not perfect, but better than most
Petzl's Tikka series lamps are hard to beat for function, price, and practicality. Sure, there are lighter weight LED-type lights out there that use watch batteries, but standard AAA batteries are much easier to come by when you're camping/trekking in out of the way places than a specific type of watch battery. The burn time is phenomenal, compared to conventional incandescent lamps, and the Zipka lamp is a very ingenious little headlamp, with its retracting strap and tiny size. They both put out a good field of usable light, and it stays bright for most of the battery life (usually 100-150 hours). As for the criticism that the Tikka line does not have a multiple intensity or flashing setting, or an adjustable angle, Petzl has introduced "Tikka Plus" and "Zipka Plus" lines which offer all of those features, though at a slightly higher price, with slightly more weight and a little bit shorter burn times. They've improved the switch too, for the plus models to allow for the multiple function settings, eliminating the original less-than-perfect slide switch, and the possibility of the lamp turning itself on by mistake. I own several lights in this series, the Tikka, the Zipka, and recently, a Zipka Plus, and I use them constantly whether bicycling, reading in my tent, hiking down a trail at night, or running tv cable in my crawlspace and have nothing but praise for each light.

Made in France
Just received this item. Nice lamp but nowhere in the reviews does it mention that the product is made in France. I'll be sending mine back. With friends like this, who needs enemies.

great/useful light
I recently bought this light and it has been a very pleasant experience. I use it for reading late at nite and for working/fixing things around the house (it is 20 times easier to get light in the place you want it with this rather than with your wife trying to point the light at what you need it pointed at). Overall a good product. ... Read more

Features

• One year warranty, one year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial
• Pivoting head rotates 90-degrees
• Wide-angle beam
• Lightweight, compact design
• 9.6-Volt battery, sold separately, provides three hours of run time

Reviews (2)

Better than Mag
Very bright, battery lasts forever! Keep it in the car in case you ever need it.

Compliments DeWalt products very effectively
The light works as advertised. It definately has the battery to last through tough jobs. ... Read more

Features

• 1 Red/2White LEDs
• Krypton Bulb
• Spot/Flood adjustable aim
• Adjustable nylon strap
• Includes 3AAA batteries

Features

• One year warranty, one year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial
• Extra bright Xenon bulb
• Over 50 hours of life
• Two bulbs included
• For use with DeWalt 9.6V flashlights and floodlights

Features

• High capacity XRP battery has 40% more run-time then standard batteries
• Flexible neck allows for hands-free operation and light to be projected in any direction whether it is standing on its base, wrapped around a pipe, or hanging from rafters overhead

Features

• One-year warranty, one-year service contract, 30-day no-risk trial
• Powered by DeWalt 12-volt battery system
• Pivoting head rotates 90 degrees
• Wide angle beam
• Lightweight compact design

Reviews (7)

Perhaps it's yellow because it's a lemon
I would have given this product 4 or 5 stars until I read a certain review on this site. I was very happy with the performance of my DW904 12-Volt until it went dead on me a week ago. Just as this reviewer I speak of said, "Oh I'll just replace the bulb", but that didn't do it. Thinking that maybe the switch went bad I took the light apart and bypassed the switch but still no light. I promptly threw it in the trash in disgust because I really hadn't used it that much and I NEVER abused it. Even so I planned on buying another DW904 thinking that mine must have had a defect, but now after reading that another person has had the same problem with his, forget it. I'll probably order a Milwaukee flashlight for I had recently purchased their cordless 14.4 to replace the noisy 12 volt Dewalt I have. (The one that the flashlight came with)

Fits Black & Decker Also
This is a cleverly designed and well built product which will make a valuable addition to your tool box, PROVIDED you already have a couple DeWalt or B&D 12v batteries (they are interchangeable). It would not make sense to buy a separate battery for it, as they cost about 2x as much as the light itself. These lights are also made for other voltages, including 9.6 and 14.4 v.

I compared this light to a 2-D cell Magnalite which weighs about the same (1.5 lbs w/battery.) As one would expect given the difference in voltage (12v vs. 3v), the DeWalt appeared to be several times as bright as the Magnalite and has a beam 3-4x as wide.

I only gave the light three stars because (1)It is overpriced, even w/ Amazon's discount (2) Replacement bulbs are also expensive, although they do include a spare, and (3) You cannot focus the beam - a wider "flood" beam would be preferable to the more intense spot for many applications.

If all you want is a general-purpose lantern, there are several 6v dry cell units available which represent better value. However, this one will utilize your existing batteries & charger, and with its solid base and tilting capability can be configured to illuminate the typical work site better than most of its competitors.

BRIGHT AS HECK! AWESOME!
If you are sick of constantly buying batteries, and never having a flashlight handy, buy this gem. It's awesome, especially if you already have sunk a few hundred into other dewalt products and wish you could use those batteries for something else! It's bright and takes a beating!

Excellent flashlight
DeWalt is known for great power tools, and this flashlight is no exception. It is powered by the same 12-volt rechargeable battery pack that powers other tools in the 12-volt cordless series. The light is extremely bright, and it swivels from straight to angled position. Because it's pretty heavy with the battery pack, it sits solidly in position if you set it down. It's not economical to buy just the light if you don't have, or aren't planning to buy, other DeWalt 12-volt cordless items, because the battery pack and charger are pricey when bought by themselves. But most of the tools in the series come with an extra battery pack and a charger.

DeWalt DW904 Flashlight
The DW904 can be an excellent accessory to have, but I much prefer the Dewalt flexible models to the pivoting type flashlights because they really handle daily on the job abuse better and also have the added advantage of a long rubber covered flexible neck to wrap around objects for better positioning. My preference is based on heavy use of both types of the 12V, 14.4V and 18V models. Most of the flexible models I currently own are several years old and have had many times more use than the pivoting models ever will, for a good reason. Although they have been pretty well beat up, all are still working fine and I could never say enough good things about them. The on-off switch on all models is fairly well protected but can occasionally get stuck in one position because of heavy dirt or mud buildup. The switch can be freed up easily with the aid of a stiff parts cleaning brush once the mud has dried.
If you do a lot of work in crawl spaces or other areas where dirt, mud, sand and grit can get ground into the pivot joint of the DW904 flashlight, it can eventually cause excessive wear at the joint and damage to the spring loaded electrical contacts located there, causing the light to malfunction without warning at a most inopportune time. One day, I had just such an experience using the 12V DW904 while replacing the motor on a circulator pump located about sixty feet back inside a crawl space under a hotel. The crawl space had absolutely no area lighting of its own and none of the natural light that you sometimes get through vents, so the DW904 was literally the only source of light to be had. About halfway into the job, I was in the process of adjusting the flashlights head to better light the work area, when everything suddenly went pitch black. At first, I thought,...okay..., maybe the bulb had just burned out. I'd had to change the bulb in the dark once before so I new it could be done. Feeling my way around the flashlight, I carefully unscrewed the lens and replaced the bulb with a spare bulb stored inside the flashlights head. The bulb wasn't the problem. I remember thinking, ... "Heeere Lassie!"... because there was no way I was going to be able to navigate my way around obstacles and get out of the crawl space without seeing where I was going. Fortunately, I had a two-way radio with me and was able to get hold of someone up above to grab another flashlight and come down to where I was working.
I don't think this situation was brought about by any flaw or defect in the DW904 so much as that it is just not designed for any type of use that exposes it's pivot joint to continuous abrasion from sand and dirt. The older Makita 9.6V pivot type flashlights I used years ago where also susceptible to the same problem, although none of them ever went completely and totally dead on me like the Dewalt did. You could usually bang the Makita against a floor joist a few times and it would come back to life, at least temporarily.
Overall, if you plan to use your flashlight only in clean, dry locations, the DW904 should be a good choice. On the other hand, if you plan to consistently use your flashlight in damp, dirty environments and other high abuse areas, as most tradesmen normally will, then one of Dewalt's flexible flashlight models is definitely a better and much more appropriate choice. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The best reason to include this Porter-Cable 14.4-volt flashlight in your toolbox is simply the convenience of being able to run it off your other Porter-Cable 14.4-volt batteries. It's easy to switch in the battery just when you need it, and without the battery, the unit is very lightweight and takes up little space. But it does provide plenty of illumination when and where you need it most, and it's heavy enough to sit upright on its battery so you can aim it and use it hands free. It has a 110-degree swiveling head and heavy-duty xenon bulb and comes with an extra bulb. Please note that a battery is not included with this model. --Jonathon Tudor ... Read more

Features

• One year warranty/30-day performance certification
• Uses same 14.4-volt battery (not included) as Models #9876, #9877, & #9878 Drill/Driver
• 110 degree swiveling head
• Heavy-duty xenon bulb
• Convenient on/off switch

Reviews (3)

Rugged and convenient
I purchased this light included with a kit of other PC tools. Although I didn't think I'd use it much, I have. It works great and it is reliable. The adustable head is great for pointing lighting on task. The only downside is that you'll always wonder where that extra battery is for a while before you remember that it is on the flashlight!

Very good but could have been better
I purchased this flashlight to go with the 14.4V Porter Cable drill I purchased a month ago. I appreciate the flashlights bright light, nice ergonomics, spare bulb, solid construction, good looks and of course, the main reason I got it, compatibility with my drills charger/battery. I would have liked it more if the beam was adjustable (like Maglights are), and if it had an intermediate switch that allowed for quickly flashing the light on/off without having to fully click it on then click it off. If you already have a 14.4V charger and battery then this flashlight is worth getting; but it could have been designed a little better.

Finally - a flashlight my husband can't destroy
We have the PC cordless drill that uses the same battery as this flashlight and they make a wonderful pair of tools. The flashlight has a steady base so you can set it on the floor and you can swivel the head around, as needed.

The light is nice and bright - and despite the fact that we have done some awful things to this light - it lives on.

Hubby uses it in his appliance repair business where it gets dropped, kicked, (and sometimes dropped kicked) stomped, tossed into the tool box from too great a distance and he drops things on it about 4 times a day. At home, redoing our old house, we've abused it similarly.

The light bulb has never burned out and I love that fact that it has a rechargeable battery. (At least *I'm* not destroying the water quality with mercury from discarded batteries...anymore. :)

Sorry this isn't a more technical review - but in summation - this is a great product. Strong, sturdy, useful and with many handy applications - I'd recommended it (and have) to everyone. Whether you're the little old lady who uses a flashlight once a year when the lights go out (hi Mom!) or someone like hubby and me who use it several hours each day - it's a great tool. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The best reason to include this Porter-Cable 19.2-volt flashlight in your toolbox is simply the convenience of being able to run it off your other Porter-Cable 19.2-volt batteries. It's easy to switch in the battery just when you need it, and without the battery, the unit is very lightweight and takes up little space. But it does provide plenty of illumination when and where you need it most, and it's heavy enough to sit upright on its battery so you can aim it and use it hands free. It has a 110-degree swiveling head and heavy-duty xenon bulb and comes with an extra bulb. Please note that a battery is not included with this model. --Jonathon Tudor ... Read more

Features

• One year warranty/30-day performance certification
• Uses same 19.2-volt battery as Model 9884 Drill/Driver for convenience
• 110 degree swiveling head allows proper positioning
• Heavy-duty xenon bulb provides bright illumination
• Convenient on/off switch for easy operation

Reviews (7)

Great flashlight
I received this as part of a set of reconditioned Porter Cable 19.2 volt cordless tools (drill/driver, reciprocating saw and circular saw).

The flashlight was part of the package and I initially viewed its inclusion in the set as a marketing gimmick--you know, some marketing guy's way of making you feel like you bought four tools when you had only bought three. As it has turned out, however, I have gotten great use out of the light. It's bright, the beam is powerful, the base is stable (you don't have to hold it in your hands, you can set it down) and the beam direction is fairly adjustable.

We use it all the time. It has been invaluable inside cabinets, when I crawl underneath the house, and when our electricity has not been working.

I have dropped it a couple of times from about 6 feet onto concrete and while the flashlight body and the battery have survived in good working (but cosmetically bruised) condition, the bulbs have broken.

The bulbs are hard to find in stores so buy some extras.

A must have for any home
I know the price is higher, but when you have power failures like we do, it is wonderful. The kids don't panic when the lights go out. When maintance men have to come to our home and they have those "whimpy" lights, I hand them my light. Their first response is "Who turned on the sun?" The battery seems to last a very long time. We have had ours for almost 2 years and have never had to sit in the dark. We also have the cordless drill,(love that to) so the batteries are always charged. A perfect gift for anyone, at any age.

This one will light up my work for a long time
First of all, I am not a big Porter Cable fan. I own many DeWalt tools. The only PC tool I own before the 19.2v hammer drill is the PC 690 router. The hammer drill experience was surprisely pleasant, very nice and powerful tool. Then I notice that the case for the drill has space for this flashlight, so I picked it up. It's nicely built too. Same color as the drill and use the spare battery comes with the drill and fits in the case with the battery on. The flashlight illuminates the work nicely and bright and stays where you put it, not like my MagLite that I always have to struggle with placing it somewhere to keep it from rolling away while working on something. The head angle adjustment clicks in positions nice and tight. It's definitely a good tool worth having.

Let there be Light...
I got turned on to the Porter-Cable products a few years ago. Now, that's pretty much all I buy. I found out after the fact that this flashlight can use the same battery from the 19.2V cordless drill... oh well. I own PC's 14.4V and that's plenty of juice for me around the house. Anyway, this flashlight is wonderful. I stuck it inside the kitchen cabinets I was working on and it lit it up like it was daytime in there. The base of the flashlight is wide enough so it will stand upright wherever you put it. You can spin the light around and it clicks into position nice & tight. The battery itself lasts about an hour... and the quick-charge takes less than 1 hour to get it back to full strength. Sharp looking unit - same color as their other stuff - classic tan. Great for camping - cooking in the dark, lighting up your tent, in your car - for emergencies on a long trip, great for the house - in the garage, interior projects, or when you lose power in a snow storm. Everyone needs a good strong flashlight. This one will do!

Not just any old flashlight...
What was just a spur of the moment purchase to accompany my new 19.2 Porter-Cable Cordless drill has turned out to be one of the best purchases that I have made. I probably own at least 15 flashlights, but when I need to do some work in a dimly lit place, I reach for this one. It is not just any old flashlight --I love its design and its power. The Porter-Cable flashlight features a tilting head that clicks into place. I used it extensively in a darkened house to rewire outlets and switches. I placed the light on the floor, angled the head and worked away. What would have been a nightmare with any old flashlight was a quick and easy chore with this light. The power is amazing. Do not shine it in your eyes! I got quite a few hours usage off a single battery. When it runs out of juice, the speed charging system will have you up and recharged in under an hour. I can not wait to take it camping this summer to try it out.

If you buy the drill, buy the flashlight too. You will be glad that you did. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The best reason to include this Porter-Cable 12-volt flashlight in your toolbox is simply the convenience of being able to run it off your other Porter-Cable 12-volt batteries. It's easy to switch in the battery just when you need it, and without the battery, the unit is very lightweight and takes up little space. But it does provide plenty of illumination when and where you need it most, and it's heavy enough to sit upright on its battery so you can aim it and use it hands free. It has a 110-degree swiveling head and heavy-duty xenon bulb and comes with an extra bulb. Please note that a battery is not included with this model. --Jonathon Tudor ... Read more

Features

• Battery not included
• 110 degree swiveling head
• Heavy duty xenon bulb
• Convenient on-off switch
• Includes flashlight, extra xenon bulb, and instruction sheet

Reviews (4)

Get this when you buy the drill.
I don't think I'd buy this by itself. You need a battery, and flashlights are pretty cheap. I like my Snake Light (Black & Decker) a lot. However, I bought a 12 V Porter Cable drill set with 2 batteries and charger so thought I might like the flashlight. Glad I bought it. This flashlight fits in the drill case. It is very nice having a heavy duty flashlight that uses the spare battery. Having it in the case is very convenient and makes lots of home repairs work well with the excellent task lighting that you get.

The flashlight stands well on the battery base. The head swivels, and the switch is protected by a rubber membrane that will keep construction grime out.

Porter-Cable 869XXX 12-Volt Flashlight
Although all the pictures depict the flashlight with a battery be fore warned it does not come with one, I little misleading I would say.

super bright light
This is a very nice light without any debate. The ammount of light from this light is blinding. Not to mention long lasting. But be careful although the housing can take a hefty fall the bulbs rarely survive anything more than a three foot drop.

awsome light
This light is bright and will run a long time on a charge. During a recent black out my whole family used it to light the room during homework time. ... Read more

Features

• 14.4 volt replacement floodlight bulb
• Two bulbs in pkg.
• One year warranty, One year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial

Features

• 12 Volt replacement floodlight bulb
• 2 per package
• One year warranty, One year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial