Monday, December 29, 2008

LED Lanterns for Camping

Camping is a time when you want little or no stress and simply enjoy your holidays. Many people go camping and always take a lot of junk with them. However, most forget one essential item. A source of light. Light is one of the most important accessories when going camping. Today, campers have many choices about the light source- from gas, electric to LED lanterns. Even though the choice of a lamp is strictly personal, there are some camping lamps which have more advantages than others- and the LED Camping lantern stands alone at the top.


LED lights are widely used in the electronic industry. For many years, almost every type of electronic equipment like TV, telephones, calculators and watches use LED. Today, the use of LED is also used to make LED Camping lanterns.


The LED camping lanterns run on bulbs and batteries but have a significantly longer lasting shelf life than the conventional electrical lamps. This makes them more versatile for use when going outdoors, camping or for a vacation trip.


On any camping trip, fire is always a hazard and this is the reason why LED lanterns are quite popular. There is no risk of starting a fire with these lamps.
The other advantage of LED camping lanterns is that while it illuminates your camp, you do not have to worry about excessive heat or inhaling fumes.


LED lanterns come in various styles, shapes and designs. Most provide light in a circumferential direction.


Depending on the type of LED camping lantern you buy, they can run for as much as 200 hours or as little as 20 hours. The majority can be powered with AA batteries but the bulbs usually never did replacing. Other features off LED camping lanterns include different settings of power, cool touch LED to keep the lantern cool while running, weather resistance and light weight.


The latest LED lanterns also come with a built in radio, cell phone charger and a remote control to switch it off at a distance.


LED lanterns are very versatile for the outdoors person. They can provide adequate lighting wherever you need it; whether you are camping, sitting in your car in the middle of nowhere or in case of a power outage. The LED camping lanterns last a lot longer than the average camping light and provide ample light to perform all daily living activities


All LED lanterns are light weight, compact, portable and have a convenient carrying handle. The LED camping lanterns are simple to use and maintain. Since they are made from chrome, the LED Lanterns are quite durable and long lasting.


Prices vary greatly depending on the make. The cost of LED camping lanterns is relatively cheap averaging anywhere from $15-$60.

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