SafeLight LED Lights

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SafeLight je proizvođač LED lampi sa sedištem u USA. Proizvode SafeLighta krasi jednostavnost i upotrbljivost u svakodnevnoj primeni. Sa svojom serijom LED lampi ovaj proizvođač polako osvaja tržište.

SafeLight u svojoj paleti proizvoda ima sledeće modele:

1. The Survival white LED
2. The Survival red LED
3. The Survival blue LED
4. The Survival green LED
5. The Star
6. The Selector

Ovo su sve proizvodi bazirani na jednom jedinstvenom modelu sa razlikom u čipu, odnosno načinu korištenja. Osnovne razlike su u modovima rada, pa tako model The Survival ima tri moda rada low, high i strob.  Takođe ovaj model je odobren od strane američke vojske, a najčešće se isporučuje sa NVG (Night Vision Googles) zelenom LED diodom, a koja je takođe idealna za kućnu upotrebu kao priručna lampa. Naime nakon što ovu lampu isključite oči se gotovo momentalno adaptiraju na mrak. Kao i sve druge lampe iz programa SafeLight i ova ima tzv. constant glow mod, odnosno lampa se nikada ne gasi. Praktično kada je isključena ona je u glow modu pa je u mraku možete mnogo lakše locirati i pronaći. Ovaj mod je takođe idealan za lampu u dečijoj sobi, kao i za sve opcije putovanja, kampovanja, lov, ribolov i outdoors avanture. Baterija od 9V omogućava rad do 2 godine u glow modu, i veoma veliku autonomiju u svim ostalim modovima. Svi modeli SafeLight imaju tzv. „baci na beton“ sertifikat koji izdaje američka vojska.

SafeLight lampe su proizvedene od silikonske gume, i praktično čine zaštitno kućište oko baterije 9V, četvrtaste su i veoma se lako postavljaju u bilo koji položaj. Kućište je sastavljeno iz dva dela koja na sredini drži sklopljenim jednostavan metalni prsten. Pored ovoga na zadnjem delu lampa ima prsten za traku koji se izvlači. LED dioda se nalazi ispod sočiva koje pojačava i sužava snop. Pri upotrebi lampe primetan je plavičast središnji deo sa zelenim prstenom u boji svetla (govorim o belom LED emiteru), takođe je primetna uska fokusiranost svetla dobijena sočivom, a slično kao kod SMO reflektora na drugim lampama. Ove lampe su veoma otporne na udarce i padove, dok su samo otporne na vlagu, ali ne i vodonepropusne, tako da treba da pripazite ukoliko se nađete u blizini vode sa ovom lampom. Sigurno se neće desiti ništa bitno ukoliko vam ispadne u vodu i odmah je izvadite, ali bi potopljena neko duže vreme primila vodu čime bi bili oštećeni kontakti i štampano kolo, a verovatno bi došlo i do kratkog spoja. Ove lampe mogu se naći u više različitih boja kućišta, kao i sa različitom dodatnom opremom.

Kao što je to već navedeno, lampe se baziraju na istom modelu (oblik, materijali, LED emiter) sa različitim modovima rada, pa tako The Selector dozvolljava izbor u jačini emitovanog svetla, i to tako što se pritiskom i držanjem tastera ulazi u mod za izbor i LED emiter lagano pojačava odnosno smanjuje intenzitet svetla, kada se dođe do odgovarajućeg intenziteta jednostavno otpustite prekidač i lampa ostaje sa željenom jačinom svetla. Ovo je idealan model za one koji žele najbolji odnos između dužine trajanja baterije i izbora svetla. The Selector takođe ima glow mode. Pored ovog modela The Star je najjednostavniji model za upotrebu i on pored glow moda ima još samo jedan mod, a to je najjači intenzitet svetla. The Star pored ovoga ima i mod za čuvanje baterije, odnosno ako zaboravite da ugasite lampu, ili se ona slučajno uključi podešena je da se automatski prebaci u glow mode nakon 25min i ovo je jedinstveno za ovu lampu.

Što se tiče SafeLight LED lampi, zaista nema previše zamerki na njihov rad i izdržljivost, posebno u tom cenovnom rangu. Dovoljno izdržljive, prijatne za rukovanje, jednostavne u svojim izborima modova, vrlo dobrog intenziteta i jačine svetla. Ovo su između ostalog razlozi zašto su ih oružane snage pojedinih zemalja uvrstile u svoj arsenal. Lampa je idealno rešenje za kućnu lampu, lampu za decu, za noćne šetnje, za kola ili alat. Takođe se nameće kao odlično rešenje za kampovanje, lov i ribolov, kao i sve avanture u prirodi. Kao glavnu manu ove lampe naveo bih nedovoljnu otpornost na vodu i njen pomalo čudan četvrtast oblik na koji se nije lako navići, iako i sam ima prednosti kada lampu koristite položenu na neku površinu, posebno ako je površina strma i po kojoj bi se svaka druga okrugla lampa otkotrljala.

SafeLight is a USA based LED manufacturer. SafeLight products are all about simplicity and usabillity in everyday carry. With diverse series of LED lamps, the SafeLight took his position at the LED market.

Product range of SafeLight consists of following models:

1. The white LED Survival
2. The red LED Survival
3. The blue LED Survival
4. The green LED Survival
5. The Star
6. The Selector

 

These products are all based on one single model with the difference in the chip drive and user interface. The main differences are the operation modes.The Survival model has three modes low, high and strobe. Also this model has been approved by the U.S. military, and often comes with NVG (night vision googles) green LED, which is also ideal for home use as a handy torch. After the lamp is turned off the eye almost immediately adapt to darkness. This mode is called Constant Glow and the lamp never goes out. Practically, when it is turned off it goes in Constant Glow and it is easier to locate lamp in the dark. This mode is also ideal for the lamp in the nursery/kid’s room, and it’s ideal as travel, camping, hunting, fishing and outdoors adventures LED light. 9V battery operation allows it up to 2 years in the glow mode, and a great deal of autonomy in all other modes. All models have a so-called SafeLight. "Throw on concrete" certificate issued by the U.S. military.

SafeLight lamps are made of silicone rubber which creates protective casing arround battery, LED emiter and drive circuit. The square shape makes it very easy to operate and it won’t roll away from any surface it’s putted on. The housing is composed of two parts, which are secured and holded in position by a metal ring. In addition to the rear of the lamp has a lanyard ring. LEDs are located below the lens that intensifies and narrows the beam. When using a lamp you can see a somewhat bluish tint in center of beam followed by green ring on outskirts (this is spotted in using of white LED), it also has a narrow beam which is a consequence of lens usage (light doesn’t have reflector but it works like with SMO reflector). These lamps are very resistant to shocks and falls, while only wet resistant, not waterproof, so you should be careful if you come near the water with this lamp. Dropping a lamp in water certainly will not end with serious malfunction, just get it out quickly and wipe it out. But submerged into water for longer period will cause some serious damage. SafeLight lamps are available in a variety of body colors and with different accessories.

As already stated, the lamps are based on the same model (shape, materials, LED emitter) with different modes of operation. The Selector allows you to choose between light strenght by simply press the O/I button constantly. Light comes up in hi mod and slowly dim to lowest mode allowing you to stop on wanted level by depressing the button. This model is ideal for those who want the best battery life to light strenght ratio. The selector also has a glow mode. Last model is the simplest model The Star. This light has only one mode on/off and it goes in high when ever used. Other than that it has also Constant Glow mode. One more feature is built in battery save mod, the light will go in Constant Glow mode after 25 min. of being turned on.

There is really not much objection to these lamps, their work, UI or endurance, especially at that price points. They are sufficiently durable, pleasant to use, simple in its election mode, at high intensity and brightness. These are some reasons which lead some countries to choose this manufacturer as a supplier for their armed forces. The lamp is an ideal solution for home lamp, lamp for children, for night walks, a car or a toolchest choice. It is also becoming a great solution for camping, hunting and fishing, and all outdoors adventures. The main drawback of this lamp is its lack of better water resistance and a bit strange rectangular shape that takes time to get used to it, but after that it’s just natural.

888 Professional SurvivIt Tool aka Cop Tool

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888 Professional je perspektivna kompanija iz Kalifornije koja je odlučila da proizvodi seriju malih upotrebljivih noževa. Tim profesionalaca i inženjera se udružio oko ideje da pruži tržištu kvalitetan i izdržljiv alat malih dimenzija i male cene. Radeći na svojim kreacijama implementirali su veoma interesantna rešenja. Tripleeight Professional je izašao na tržište sa nekim veoma inovativnim i krajnje interesantnim rešenjima prvenstveno namenjenim policiji, vatrogasnim i spasilačkim službama, ali i outdoors entuzijastima. Neka od tih rešenja su: WrightKnife, S.O.L. Knife, Kirkidashi Knife, Talon Knife, Rhino Knife and SurvivIt Tool (ranije poznat kao CopTool).

Zahvaljujući kompaniji 888 Professional imam zadovoljstvo da predstavim njihov SurvivIt Tool. Ovaj jedinstveni mali alat dizajnirao je Roy Huntington penzionisani policajac sa 24 godine iskustva, koji je već 20 godina pisac o noževima kao i editor u American Handgunner Magazinu.

Triple Eight Proffessional SurvivIt tool je alatka proizvedena od AUS8 čelika koji je termički obrađen, dok su rukohvati I šnala za džep od 420 nerđajućeg čelika. Dimenzije alata su:

-          Dužina zatvorenog alata 3” (76,2mm)

-          Ukupna dužina otvorenog alata 4 ¼” (107,95mm)

-          Dužina oštrice 1 ¼” (31,75mm)

-          Težina 2 oz (56,7g)

Osnovna karakterističnost ovog alata je njegovo otvaranje, koje je 888Proffessional patentirao I nazvao T8P Spinner Action. Način otvaranja ovog nožića je krajnje zanimljiv, I u stvari zabavan. Proveo sam gotovo ceo dan igrajući se njime. Na zadnjem delu rukohvata je kuglica sa oprugom koja služi kao mehanizam za zaključavanje, pri otvaranju potrebno je da smaknete jedn stranu od druge tako da se oba rukohvata I sečivo okreću oko iste ose, odnosno oko same osovine na kojoj je učvršćeno sečivo. Nakon ovoga dva strateški postavljena klina, po jedan na svakoj strani rukohvata “kače” sečivo na predviđenom mestu na leđima I povlače je za sobom. Na ovaj način se nož otvara I zatvara. Najzad kada se rukohvati poravnaju u otvorenom ili zatvorenom položaju kuglica legne na svoje mesto I prijatni klik vas obaveštava da je sve na svom mestu I spremno. Sve ovo možda deluje malo komplikovano, međutim vrlo je jednostavno, prijatno za upotrebu I brzo, pri tome sve se može izvesti jednom rukom.

Sama oštrica ovog alata je pomalo čudnog, ali dobro smišljenog oblika. Krajnje zaravnjen vrh sečiva, praćen pravim uglom prema oštrici je nešto što se ne viđa svakodnevno. Svaki deo ovog alata je odlično osmišljen I potpuno služi svrsi. Ravni prednji deo sečiva je naoštren I može služiti kao polugica ili strugač, deo pod pravim uglom dupira vrh sečiva za precizne I fine zadatke, zatim je tu nazubljeni deo oštrice za teža sečenja I najzad na kičmi se nalazi tzv. “seatbelt cutter” odnosno upušteni I naoštreni deo koji služi za sečenje sigurnosnih pojaseva u vozilima radi oslobađanja unesrećenih, sečenje kanapa ili padobranskog užeta, kao I u druge svrhe. Na leđima pri rukohvatu se nalazi I nazubljeni deo leđa koji služi kao ležište za palace kako on ne bi klizio, takođe su I rukohvati delimično profilisani kako bi pružili bolji hvat. Celokupni utisak kvari relativno slabo zaključavanje u otvorenom položaju (kuglica) što pri jačem stisku alata može ponekad dovesti do smicanja rukohvata, ovo je ujedno I glavna zamerka za 888 Proffessional SurvivIt Tool (Cop Tool).

Pored ovog alata 888 Proffessional ima još niz različitih oblika oštrice za različite namene. Ono što ih izdvaja od konkurencije je izdržljivost ovih noževa koju proizvođači porede sa fiksnim noževima, a koja je postignuta upravo ovim jedinstvenim dizajnom.

Sam alat je izuzetno skladnih dimenzija I male debljine, kao I zanemarljive težine pa ga to čini odličnim kandidatom za redovno nošenje u džepu, na privesku sa ključevima, pa čak I kao šnala za novac, a na ovaj način će biti pristupačan u svakom trenutku I situaciji. Ovo je zasigurno alat koji nećete koristiit svakodnevno, ali ako se ikada nađete u situaciji za koju je ovaj mali nož dizajniran I predviđen bićete zahvalni što ga imate u svom EDC kompletu pri sebi.

888 Professional is a promising company from California who decided to produce small useful knives. A team of professionals and engineers teamed up to offer ideas about bringing to market quality and durable tool of small dimensions and low prices. While working on this idea creators have implemented some very interesting solutions. Tripleeight Professional was released to the market with some very innovative and very interesting solutions primarily designed for police, fire and rescue services, and outdoors enthusiasts. Some of these solutions are: WrightKnife, S.O.L.,  Kirkidashi, Talon, Rhino and SurvivIt Tool (formerly known as CopTool).

Thanks to 888 Professional I have the pleasure to review their SurvivIt Tool. This unique little tool was designed by Roy Huntington retired policeman with 24 years LEO experience, and 20 years as a writer and editor with knives in the American Handgunner Magazine.

Triple Eight Proffessional SurvivIt tool is made of heat treated AUS8 steel, while the handles and pocket clip are made out of 420 stainless steel. Dimension’s of tool:

- Length closed 3 "(76.2 mm)
- Total length 4 ¼ "(107.95 mm)
- Blade length 1 ¼ "(31.75 mm)
- Weight 2 oz (56.7 g)

The main distinctive feature of this tool is its opening, which is patented and called T8P Action Spinner. The way the opening of the blades is extremely interesting, and actually fun. I spent almost all day playing with it. On the rear side of handle is spring-loaded ball that serves as a locking mechanism, opening you need to split scales in oposite direction so that both handles and blade rotate around the same axis, or around the axis where the blade is fastened. After this two strategically placed pins, one on each side of the handle "hang" in the designated area of ​​the blade on the back and slide it behind. In this way, the knife opens and closes. Finally, when the handles are aligned in an open or closed spring assisted ball lies in its seat and click tells you that everything is in place and ready. All this might seem a bit complicated, but it is very easy and pleasant to use and fast, it can all be done even with one hand.

Blade of the tool itself is a bit strange, but with well thought form. Extremely flattened blade tip, followed by a right angle to the edge is something that you do not see everyday. Every part of this tool is designed well and fully serves the purpose. Flat front section of the blade is sharp and can serve as a lever or a scraper, a part perpendicular to the blade tip is great for fine precision tasks, and next is part of the serrated blade for hard cutting, and finally on the spine is what is called "Seatbelt cutter" or countersunk and edgy part that is used for cutting seat belts in vehicles to free those who are suffering, cutting rope or parachute cord, as well as for other purposes. On the back of the handle there are some jimpings which serves as a cradle for the thumb that he would not have slipped, and scales are also profiled in part to provide a better grip. The overall impression spoils relatively little lock in the open position (weak ball lock) which when receives a substantial grip can sometimes lead to split scales, this is the main downside to the 888 Proffessional SurvivIt Tool (Tool Cop).

In addition to the tool 888 Proffessional has a number of different blade shapes for different purposes. What distinguishes them from the competition is the durability of these knives and manufacturer compares them with fixed blades, which is achieved exactly with this unique design.

 

The tool is extremely harmonious dimensions and thickness, as well as negligible weight, so it makes it a strong candidate for regular pocket carry, or carry on keyring, and even as a moneyclip, and in this manner will be accessible at all times and situation. This is definitely a tool that you will not use on a daily basis, but if you ever find yourself in a situation for which this small knife is designed and provided you will be grateful that you have it in your EDC.

C.R.K.T. Flux

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Jedan od najkreativnijih setova koje sam dosada video dolazi upravo iz ID works CRKT laboratorije i zove se Flux. CRKT Flux je tzv. modularni alat a kreirali su ga Launce Barber i Tom Stokes. Sam modularni sistem Flux se sastoji iz više delova, osnovni deo je laka aluminijumska šasija sa dve šine, ili opciono sa jednom šinom i karabinjerom. Na šasiju sa dve šine koja je i češća mogu se staviti dva alata koji dolaze posebno. Alati koji se mogu postaviti na ovu modularnu šasiju su:

1.    Nož sa liner lockom, jednoručnim otvaranjem i šnalom za džep

2.    Nosač bitova sa nekoliko izmenjivih bitova i LED lampom

3.    USB Flash drive 2GB sa kućištem za micro SD kartice

4.    Wine tool, alat za otvaranje flaša, običnih i vinskih

5.    LED lampa sa dve LED diodice

 

Ovaj modularni sistem se može kupovati pojedinačno, ali i u već unapred određenim kombinacijama, pa tako možemo dobiti:

1.    CRKT Flux Go-Work

a.    Dupla šasija

b.    Nož

c.    Nosač bitova (bit kit)

2.    CRKT Flux Go-Play

a.    Dupla šasija

b.    LED lampa

c.    Wine Tool

3.    CRKT Flux Go-Nerd

a.    Dupla šasija

b.    USB drive

c.    Nosač bitova (bit kit)

Ukoliko se odlučite da kupite sve delove ovog modularnog kompleta alata CRKT ima takođe u ponudi i torbicu u koju možete sve da ih smestite.

Za više podataka o svim delovima i mogućim opcijama pogledajte oficijelnu stranu CRKT Flux ovde http://www.crkt.com/idworksflux

Ono što sam ja imao zadovoljstvo da testiram i koristim je komplet CRKT Flux Go-Work. Ovaj paket se sastoji od noža sa zaključavanjem pomoću linera, jednoručnim otvaranjem i šnalom za džep. Karakteristike noža su:

-          Dužina otvorenog 108mm

-          Težina 105g

-          Dužina sečiva 57mm

-          Čelik 7Cr17

-          Tvrdoća 57-59 HRC

Očtrica je rađena u tzv. high hollow grind i vrh je clip point. Rukohvat je od zytel-a što je vrsta plastike ojačana vlaknima. Za jednoručno otvaranje zaslužan je disk koji je pričvršćen na kičmu sečiva.

Drugi deo montiran na šasiju je Flux Driver, odnosno nosač/držač bitova. Nosač bitova ima mogućnost upotrebe u linearnom ili T obliku, odnosno na sebi ima dva ¼“ nosača, jedan u pravcu rukohvata, a drugi pod pravim uglom tako da u zavisnosti od potrebe i želje može biti upotrebljavana na dva načina. Flux driver ima takođe predviđeno kućište u Zytel dršci u kojoj se nalazi prostor za tri ¼“ standardna bita. Sa Fluxom dolaze dva standardna ravna i jedan philips bit. Pored ovoga na ovom alatu se nalazi i mala LED lampa u pravcu držača bitova, tako da možete osvetliti deo koji radite, što je idealno za zavučena tamna nepristupačna mesta sa manjkom svetla.

Sve u svemu vrlo interesantan i jedinstven koncept, koji se u slučaju Go-Work pokazao kao vrlo koristan za niz dnevnih potreba.

One of the most creative sets I've come across so far comes from CRKT ID Works laboratory and it’s called Flux. CRK Flux is a modular tool created by Launce Barber and Tom Stokes. Flux modular system consists of several parts; the main part of it is a light aluminum chassis with two rails, or optionally with one and carabineer. The frame with two rails, which is more common and can be mounted with two tools. The modular Flux tools are:

1.    Liner lock knife, OHO w/pocket clip

2.    Bit holder with several interchangeable bits and LED lamp

3.    2GB USB Flash Drive with enclosure for the micro SD card

4.    Wine Tool for opening bottles of wine and other beverage

5.    LED lamp with two LED emiters

This modular system can be purchased individually, but you can get it in several prebuilt options offered by CRKT:

1.    CRKT Flux Go-Work
a. Double chassis
b. Knife
c. Carrier bits (bit kit)

2.    CRKT Flux Go-Play
a. Double chassis
b. LED Lamp
c. Wine Tool

3.    CRKT Flux Go-Nerd
a. Double chassis
b. USB drive
c. Carrier bits (bit kit)

If you choose to buy all the tools of a modular CRKT has also offered carry pouch where all of them fit tightly and neat.

For more information on all parts and possible options, see the official page here http://www.crkt.com/idworksflux CRKT Flux

What I have had the pleasure to test and use the kit CRKT Flux Go-Work. This package consists of g a knife with liner lock, OHO and pocket clip.

The characteristics of the blade are:
- Length open 108mm
- Weight 105g
- 57mm blade length
- Steel 7Cr17
- Hardness: 57-59 HRC

Blade is made in the so-called high hollow grind and it’s clip point. Handles are made of Zytel-which is a type of fiber-reinforced plastic. One hand opening is made with spine disc, a small disc with jimpings mounted on the blade spine.

The second part mounted to the chassis is Flux Driver bit holder. Holder has the option to use bits in a linear or T shape, and it uses standard two ¼ "bracket, one in the direction of the handle and the other at 90 degrees so that, depending on the needs and desires can be used in two ways. Flux driver has also provided housing in Zytel handle that contains space for three ¼ "standard bits. Flux comes with two standard flat and one philips bit. In addition to this tool is also a small LED light so you can highlight the part you work, making it ideal for inaccessible places with low light.

All in all a very interesting and unique concept, and Go-Work pack prooved to be very usefull in various situations.