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    Torches

    Torches, or flashlights, are small lamps that are most commonly powered by batteries or battery packs. They provide lighting for a range of applications such as small areas where the light beam reaches into smaller darker space and are ideal for maintenance as well as for outdoor activities, emergency services and general-purpose illumination in case of power failure.

    How does a torch work?

    A traditional torch is battery powered and is operated by a simple 'on/off' switch to turn the light on or off. Many modern torches also include a flash or SOS feature, allowing the user to engage SOS when in distress without the need to repeatedly switch the torch on and off in sequence.

    Torches have two main ways of illumination:

    • An incandescent bulb with a tungsten filament - the older, more traditional torch or flashlight with a softer amber glow.
    • A solid-state bulb that is normally a light-emitting diode (LED) - the newer bulb that is used in torches that emits a bright light and can come in varying colours.

    What are the key features of a torch?

    • Torches have different beam distances, run time and light output so it is important to select a torch based on the application it is required for.
    • The light output of a torch is measured in lumens (lm); the higher the lumen rating, the brighter the light is that the torch emits.
    • Some torches are impact-resistant and water resistance to ensure they are suitable for using outdoors in extreme elements.
    • Size, weight and functionality are also important to ensure that it meets the requirements of the user.

    What different types of torches are available?

    There are many different types of torches available, each of them useful and beneficial depending on the application they are required for:

    • Handheld torches - the most common type of torch because it is versatile enough to be used across most applications. They can range from being used as a general-purpose household torch or a rugged torch for use in harsh environments.
    • Penlights or pen torches - easily carried around in the user's pocket and often feature a pocket clip. Sometimes limited in their brightness but they are ideal for when only a small area needs illumination for closer inspection.
    • Compact torches - a compact torch, often under 100mm in length, is a torch suitable for everyday use. Suitable to be carried by the user in a bag or pocket but still boasting a powerful light output for the user.
    • UV torches - ultraviolet torches or blacklight torches that emit ultraviolet (UV) light.

    365 Products showing for Torches

    LEDLENSER
    Rechargeable
    Tactical Torch
    -
    LED
    5000 lm
    Battery Pack
    Aluminium
    -
    -
    X21R.2
    -
    -
    -
    700 m
    Flood, Spot
    407 mm
    Black
    -
    brennenstuhl
    Rechargeable
    Torch
    USB
    LED
    1250 lm
    Li-Ion
    Aluminium
    -
    IP67
    TL 1200 AF
    -
    43 mm
    -
    220 m
    High
    155 mm
    Black
    -
    LEDLENSER
    Rechargeable
    Torch
    -
    LED
    2000 lm
    1 x Li-ion
    -
    -
    IP68
    P7R
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Boost, Flashing, High, Low
    -
    Black
    -
    brennenstuhl
    Rechargeable
    Torch
    USB
    LED
    400 + 70 lm
    Li-Ion
    Aluminium, Plastic
    -
    IP20
    SANSA 400 A
    -
    300 mm
    -
    -
    -
    44 mm
    Black
    -
    Nebo
    Rechargeable
    Hand
    USB-C
    LED
    18000 lumens
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Black
    -
    LEDLENSER
    -
    -
    -
    LED
    400 lm
    C
    Aluminium
    -
    -
    i9
    -
    -
    -
    260 m
    Flood, Spot
    187 mm
    Black
    -
    Nebo
    Rechargeable
    Multi-Function Light
    USB-C
    LED
    600 lumens
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    197 mm
    Grey
    -
    Ansmann
    Rechargeable
    Torch
    USB
    LED
    300 lm
    Li-Ion
    Aluminium
    -
    IP54
    T350FR
    -
    -
    5 W
    110 m
    Flood, Spot
    98.5 mm
    Black
    27mm
    Nightsearcher
    Rechargeable
    Pocket Torch
    USB
    LED
    400 lm
    -
    -
    -
    -
    NEW EXPLORER TWISTER
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    120 mm
    Black
    -
    LEDLENSER
    -
    Torch
    -
    LED
    280 lm
    3x AAA
    Aluminium
    -
    -
    TT
    -
    -
    -
    220 m
    Flood, Spot
    116 mm
    Black
    -
    Nebo
    Rechargeable
    Hand
    USB
    LED
    8000 lumens
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    275 mm
    Black
    -
    Nebo
    Rechargeable
    Hand
    Micro USB
    LED
    3500 lumens
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    206 mm
    Black
    -
    Nebo
    Rechargeable
    Hand
    Micro USB
    LED
    2000 lumens
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    184.15 mm
    Black
    -
    Nebo
    Rechargeable
    Hand
    -
    LED
    3000 lumens
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    177.038 mm
    Black
    -
    Nebo
    Rechargeable
    Multi-Function Light
    USB-C
    LED
    600 lumens
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    197 mm
    Grey
    -
    LEDLENSER
    Rechargeable,Water Resistant
    Lantern
    -
    LED
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    2.77 W
    10 m
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Facom
    -
    Torch
    -
    UV LED
    410 lm
    3x AAA
    Aluminium
    -
    -
    779.UVT
    -
    -
    -
    50 m
    Ultra-violet
    -
    Black
    -
    Nebo
    Rechargeable
    Hand
    USB
    LED
    1200 lumens
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    113 mm
    Black
    -
    Unilite
    Rechargeable
    Flash Light
    USB-C
    LED
    2700
    -
    -
    -
    -
    F-2700
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    153 mm
    White
    -
    Facom
    -
    Pen Torch
    -
    LED
    110 lm
    2 x AAA
    -
    -
    -
    779.PBTSLS
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
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