Some of it’s key features are:

• A full delrin body making the light extremely robust
• a heat dissipation tube giving it an extra two hours burn time (8 in total)
• and a fully floodable 4W LED module

The beam of the torch has a tight hotspot and wide halo making it perfect for signaling whilst still illuminating everything close by.

I initially bought these for cave and wreck diving, as you need good reliable backup torches. I have also used them comfortably as a primary on night dives several times. Another small feature which is a nice touch is they have an attachment point for a bolt snap so you can clip them off when you’re not using them. Personally I find this a little better than stashing them away in a pocket as you tend to loose things when there not clipped off (speaking from experience).

I guess I could rant on about how good these are but the only way for you to find out for yourself is to try them out or just come and have a look at them. For me these are a priceless piece of equipment as I regularly put my life in their hands and will continue to do so for years to come.

Tom Crisp

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TillyTec W40

TillyTec W40

As technology evolves, dive torch performance leaps from strength to strength. German company TillyTec has been leading the field recently and looks set for this to continue for some time. I recently had the opportunity to try out a couple of their torches for my self, including the LED W40 back up torch and also their top of the range Umbillacle torch the LED 1000.

Both lights have blown me away, particularly the small back up torch W40. This German made light is manufactured from a solid piece of delrin, uses triple o-ring seals and has a super bright aluminium housed LED. The power of the torch is equivalent to a 40W Halogen. It was not too long ago that the market was blown away by a 4W Halogen!! The torch measures 185mm long so fits perfectly under your armpit when attached to your chest D-ring.

The beam is narrow, with a gradual fall off of light, making this less suitable as a focus light for photographers, but an excellent choice for their models as the beam of light is similar to a light sabre!!

The first thing that strikes you when you pick up the torch is the amazing build quality. It is clear to see that the attention to detail the Germans are famous for has been given to every one of their products.

Other features that impress me are the 200m depth rating and also the fact that this torch is powered simply by 3 standard AA batteries. Burn time is an impressive 5 hours at full power and a further 5 hours at a dimmer level with Alkaline cells, or 3 hours full power with chargeable NiMh cells. The manufacturers offer a performance guarantee that they will refund you in full if you find a brighter,smaller and longer burning time torch.

I was so impressed with the TillyTec torches I used, I purchased both for my self, then subsequently sold the W40 to a professional diver who simply had to have it. We immediately ordered a replacement and a couple of extras for the shop.

I can personally recommend these torches, they are not cheap, but certainly the quality and performance makes them good value.

Andrew Simpson

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The Intova Supernova Waterproof Torch with three high intensity LED diodes is a practical and convenient dive light.
You can use it to look under ledges and to restore natural color underwater. The light is also perfect for night dives or for cave and other overhead environments. It is submersible to 120m. The torch is made of anodized aluminum making it extremely durable.

The light produces an extremely wide-angle bright, white beam, that makes it a perfect light source for many on land applications. The wide beam and bright 500 Lumens, makes this light ideal for use as a underwater video light, or focus light for underwater still photography.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Function

1. Switch : Press button switch (four-position : (1) 100% light; (2) 30% light; (3) off)
2. Luminous flux : The first position 500 lumens; The second position 180 lumens.
3. LED Life : 100000 hrs.
4. Beam Angle: 33-degree +/-3
5. Waterproof : Waterproof to 400ft.

Material

1. Case : 6061-T6 Aluminum.
2. Surface finish : Matte black.
3. Lens : Clear glass lens.
4. Light : Round dispersive light.
5. Waterproof o-ring : Silica gel.

Electrical data

1. Light source : 3 CREE P4 LED.
2. Battery : 3 “18650″ rechargeable Li-ion battery with protection circuit.
3. Charge time : 3-5 hrs.
4. Electrical current : High beam 1000mA; Low beam 120mA.
5. Burn time : 3 hours – full power, 20 hours – 30% power

Product net weight / dimension

1. Net weight : 690g+/-10g (including battery)
2. Dimension : §69 * §69 * 166mm
3. Use environment : -30°- 40°.

WARNING: Intova will only support warranty on products purchased from authorized dealers. A copy of the purchase receipt must accompany all warranty returns. Purchases from unauthorized dealers will not be supported under warranty program.

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