Micro-Lenser

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Light Type: LED
Light Class: Keychain / Decorative

Short Description:

The Micro-Lenser is available from PocketLights.com

The Micro-Lenser is a tiny little red LED keychain light which has a convex lens in the front to project an unusual, square beam. The body is brushed stainless steel and is available in both silver and black finishes. Surrounding the bezel are tiny decorative holes that glow red when the light is on. The tailcap is knurled and serves as the switch. Twist to turn on and off. It also has 2 o-rings for water resistance. There is a split ring and swivel included for attachment to your keychain. Inside, the Micro-Lenser uses a very unusual lithium battery which is included. A clip is also included.

Package
Size Reference
Size vs. common aluminum 2-AA light
Bezel picture
Beam Profile

Detailed Information:

The Micro-Lenser is one strange little light. It runs on a BR435 battery which is very unusual. I'm told that these batteries are often used in lighted fishing lures and may be available from some sporting goods stores. The light itself is quite classy looking and would make for a nice "Executive Gift" or company promotional item.

The body is advertised as stainless steel and seems quite durable. The tailcap threads appear to be brass. The tailcap is knurled for grip and a simple twist of the tailcap turns the light on and off. There are two o-rings on the tailcap. One, in the center of the threads, appears to be there only to provide some resistance to the turning of the tailcap. This may be to prevent the light from coming on accidentally. The second o-ring appears to be there to provide water resistance.

The bezel is slightly larger than the rest of the body and contains the LED and lens. There are holes around the bezel which help indicate that the light is on. The lens and LED are recessed and well protected.

The beam produced is also unusual. It is a direct projection of the LED die and as a result is square in shape with a dark spot in the center and a dark line going from the center to one edge. The light projects far for its output, but is not all that bright in general.

A split ring and swivel are included with the light, as well as a pocket clip. The entire thing comes in a little foam padded cardboard box.

What I Liked: Water resistant, Very classy looking.

What I Didn't Like: Strange battery. Order extras when you order the light. Beam is not smooth at all, but is intended for close work only.

Other Things I Noticed: Nothing to mention.

Conclusions: A cute light. Very small. Would make a nice inexpensive "presentation gift" for your boss.


Quick Facts Table:

Review Date ............................. 2002
Case Material ........................... Brushed Stainless Steel
Case Features .......................... Knurling on switch. Includes split ring and swivel
Case Access Type .................... Unscrew Tailcap
Switch Type ............................. Twist tailcap
Reflector Type ......................... None
Lens Type ................................

Convex hemisphere

Bulb Type ................................. 1 x LED
Beam Type ............................... Spot
Beam Characteristics ............... Unusual square pattern with round spillbeam
Throw (Lux) at 1m (click for description) ~ 7 at beam center. (2.66 Comparison Chart equivalent)
Overall Output (click for description) ~ 10 (0.10 Comparison Chart equivalent)
Battery / Power Type................ 1 BR435 Lithium battery
Battery Life (advertised) ........... 20 hours
Environmental Protection ......... o-ring seal
Special Items of Note ...............  
Warranty .................................. Unknown
Retail Cost ................................ $9.95 US$ from PocketLights.com
 

 

 
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