Rayovac LED Pen Light Flashlight, Flashlight with Clip for Pockets, Purses and Desks, Flash Light with AAA Battery Included, Pack of 1

I have tried many penlights over the past years and all of them, save one, proved to disappoint. Usually they failed because of poor construction, or the switch quit working, not mention that the light beam usually was poorly defined, and just scatterd the beam. I recently tried the Rayovac LED pen and have used one of them extensively for about two months without any problem at all. It is well made (which proves that things made in China can be of high quality). On close examination it is obvious that some real design effort went into this light. For example the heavy duty plastic cap which unscrews to change the battery has thick threads so it is almost impossible to cross-thread it. Other penlights have fine threads, making them difficult to close without cross-threading thereby seriously damaging the security and integrity of the light. Also the beam from the LED bulb is round with a clearly defined edge and gives quite a bit of illumination for such a small light. Battery life is also excellent; while I didn't time mine with a stop watch, I feel that it provided good light for over the time specified on the package of 5.5 hours on one AAA. Another nice touch is a rubberized grip around the barrel 5/16" wide which helps with your grip if hands are wet or sweaty. I accidentally dropped this light on a tile floor from about 5 feet, and it didn't harm it at all which is a quite different result than I have had with other penlights. Rayovac is an old American company that makes lights, batteries and the like, and that gives me comfort that their products are going to hold up and satisfy. Not to be overlooked is the lifetime warranty provided. Highly recommended product.

I needed a small flashlight for a medical kit I was putting together. My bag- a Condor Deployment Bag- has two slots for pens/flashlight so I wanted something that would fit there. I was going to get something a bit more expensive but after reading some reviews of this light, I figured I'd give it a try. What the heck- less than three bucks. So I got the light in a couple of days and I'm really tickled. It screws together very nicely- the threads aren't all cheesy like a lot of inexpensive lights I've handled. The lens is recessed, so little chance of breakage. The switch is perfect- it takes a really firm punch to turn it on and off so there's little to no chance of accidentally turning it on. The LED itself isn't like a "tactical" light as far as focus or intensity, but it's plenty bright for my purposes. I can't speak for its durability, but other reviewers have that covered. The only issue I see in the future is the clip which is plastic and could snap off at some point I suppose. So all in all it's perfect for times when you want a decent inexpensive light. I'm thinking of getting another one for an EDC pocket light, simply because it's so lightweight and the switch is so positive. It seems to come in different colors with no choice available which doesn't bother me a bit....mine is a metallic orange. Don't hesitate to get one now- Rayovac might wise up and start making this in matte black and selling them to the "tacticool" crowd for fifty bucks.....

When I travel, I pack pen lights because they can clip into back packs and take up little space. For years, I've used Rayovac pen lights ( Rayovac Value Bright 3 Lumen LED Pen Light with Battery (BRSLEDPEN-B ). I wanted to buy a couple of pen lights for my parents who were going to be traveling and so I bought two of the Rayovac lights and an Energizer LED pen light ( ENERGIZER PLED23AEH LED PENLIGHT ); I'd never used the Energizer option. Both lights have pros and cons, and many of the pros are the same. Energizer LED pen light ( ENERGIZER PLED23AEH LED PENLIGHT ): Pros: 1) Has a small footprint, 2) has a clip so that it can be affixed on to a loop in a pursue or backpack, 3) has 15 hours of battery life, and 4) the light is 21 lumens and extends far out in front of the user (the box says 23 meters). Cons: 1) Uses two AAA batteries rather than one battery, 2) the cap is more prone to harder to screw on correctly, 3) the unit is more expensive than other pen lights, and 4) the cap sometimes spontaneously unscrew. 5) The biggest issue for traveling? At the end of the pen light, a bit of glass extends beyond the light's body. I haven't tried dropping the light on concrete, but I would hazard to guess that glass impacting concrete, cobblestone, or brick wouldn't be a good thing. Rayovac ( Rayovac Value Bright 3 Lumen LED Pen Light with Battery (BRSLEDPEN-B ) Pros: 1) compact, 2) has a clip so it can be affixed to a loop, 3) uses one AAA battery, 4) cap is easy to screw on and off, 5) cap stays securely affixed even during movement, 6) the 3 lumen option is one of the most economical pen light units available, and 7) all glass/light components are safely surrounded by the pen light's body. Cons: 1) Short battery life (5.5 hours according to the box) and 2) the light is 3 lumens and more suitable to illuminating the space immediately around a user rather than far in front of a user. When I travel, I care more about not falling on my face. The Rayovac fulfills that purpose and I don't have to worry about a glass tip breaking in my back pack or luggage or cracking if it falls on a hard surface. I like the screw top cap better on the Rayovac as well - it is easier to secure and stays affixed. The short battery life on the Rayovac is a bummer. The Energizer's power is great when compared to its size, but I really hate that glass extends beyond the unit, which admittedly does allow light to dissipate. I do love the longer battery life on the Energizer as well. However, for my purposes, the Rayovac pen light is the option I will continue to use unless I have a need for a light that extends far in front of me during travel.

I have tested several LED flashlights before, including the MAGLITE 2-AA Mini LED , Rayovac BRSLED2AA-B Bright Solutions , Energizer Aluminum 2xAAA Pen light (PLED23AE) , and Dorcy 41-1218 2AAA Pen Light . They all share a common problem: the LED brightness is strongly dependent on the battery voltage. Full brightness is only achieved when using a fresh set of alkaline cells. As the battery voltage drops, brightness also falls rapidly. This is very disappointing because I prefer to use rechargeable NiMH cells instead of disposable alkaline cells, but not if I can only get 50% brightness. This Rayovac BRSLEDPEN-B LED Pen Light is cheaper and smaller than all the other LED flashlights above. It uses only one AAA cell instead of two. Yet surprisingly, it gives out the same brightness whether I'm using alkaline or NiMH cell. I measured its input power and found that it consumes nearly the same power as the battery voltage drops from 1.8V down to 1.1V (see my Customer Image for charts). When powered by a NiMH AAA cell (1.25V), this pen light consumes about 120mA. I have tested the run time using an 800mAh cell. The light output is consistent for the first 6 hours. Only after 6.5 hours the light becomes noticeably dimmer. This run time is very reasonable for a 1xAAA pen light. Note that other LED flashlights may claim some outrageous run time such as '100 hours', but that number is misleading because the light becomes barely visible towards the end. This LED pen light uses a magnifying lens to concentrate the beam. The circular bright spot it creates is well-defined, but has a 'halo' effect (look at my Customer Image and you'll see what I mean). This is a common problem with most flashlights using the same design. One 'shortcoming' of this Rayovoc pen light is that: since it is so tiny, it can be easily misplaced. At the present price (around $5), I intend to pick up another one or two just in case. I will do it when I need to stuff my Amazon shopping cart to $25 - to qualify for super saver shipping. That way, I can tell myself that the light is FREE! [Update on June 23, 2010] I received my second Rayovac pen light and its case is blue (the old one is grey as pictured). The light beam from the new one is whiter and brighter. So I guess there is an element of luck involved.

This pen light and battery last so long! Use most every day, however, usually no more than 15-20 mins. Flashlight itself lasts and lasts. Very good quality. Batteries also seem to last longer than any other flashlight I've ever had before. Better than any other I have used!

This penlight is overall fairly well made for the price. The weakest point is the rigid plastic clip/end-cap/switch. I'd have preferred that the body be a neutral color, but you don't get to pick. The metallic orange I received is pretty gaudy, but at least should make it easier to find. I decided to give this light a try particularly after Mr. Lee took the trouble to compare it's performance with both alkaline (1.5V) and NiMH rechargeable batteries (1.2V). He found that penlight is voltage regulated so both types of battery work equally well (with fresh batteries). I've also found this to be the case. Kudos to Mr. Lee for this. Any modern LED flashlight should be so engineered. Unfortunately, there is a significant problem with this fixed focus spot light that wastes much of the light generated. To my thinking, with any flashlight, the light should be brightest at the center of the beam, i.e. where you aim it. With this penlight the beam is very concentrated in a ring of light that leaves the center relatively dark. This effect is more pronounced the farther from the penlight one looks. At very close distances (less than ~4 inches) the center spot is well-enough lit (as can be seen in Mr Lee's photo comparing the Rayovac to an Energizer penlight). However, by just 12 inches what you see on a dark wall is a narrow, sharp and bright circle of light about 3.5 inches in diameter and quite evenly dim inside of it. At 6 feet, the dark spot is approx. 14" with a bright 1 inch-wide ring surrounding it. The penlight is still fairly useful but it could have been much more-so. If you want a light that is brightest exactly where you aim, look elsewhere (NPI).

The Rayovac LED Pen Light Flashlight is a great little pocket flashlight. It’s compact, easy to carry, and the clip makes it super convenient to keep on hand. What I love most is that it gives just enough light to see close-up without shining brightly and drawing attention from far away. Perfect for situations where you want subtle, focused lighting. Reliable, handy, and well-made—definitely a solid buy for everyday use.

I use this in the clinical setting and they do work well. The light isn't bluish but a pure white. It is very, let me say that again, very bright for such a small thing but you just have to adjust your angle of approach (for checking pupils; otherwise the direct light brightens those deep, dark spaces). It is constantly getting lent out and I've "lost" 3 in the last few months…. Good thing they're cheap. The batteries didn't need replacing for as long as I had them (3-5 months each), the light stayed consistently bright, the little handle is sturdy, and the colors they come in are cool (got orange and electric blue last time). It is a little shorter than a standard sharpie and has a good, sturdy weight to it that doesn't feel intrusive at all. I also bought one for my brother who's training to be an EMT and he has had no complaints. It is useful outside of that setting as well, of course. Got a toolbox? A kitchen drawer? A gardening carry-all? A glove box (don't store with batteries in! They will leak over time especially in warmer climates)? A camping/day trip pack? A pocket? I'm a firm believer that everyone should have quick access to a utility knife/multitool and a dependable light source because some you're left without a paddle. In the end: If, after researching, you come down to a choice between this and another? Get this. It is a quality product for a very affordable price that I (and who am I? Me, of course!) will keep using until it isn't quality anymore. Just get one; I highly doubt you will regret it.

Su peso es muy ligero, cabe fácilmente en la bolsa de la camisa, sin duda es una muy buena opción.

I was looking for a low lumen for purpose of pupil dilation test in healthcare setting. Was the right choice for it. Shipping was just a little bit long though.

Really great pen torch. Gives an excellent pupil response and doesn’t seem painful for the patients

Excelente produto. Não é o melhor em custo benefício.

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