Enjoyed the flashlight, and wish I could have kept it but when my wife found out how much it cost...." No FLASHLIGHT IS WORTH THAT MUCH... ARE YOU OUT OF YOUR MIND"($300.00 is a little steep).....well it wasn't worth hosing up my marriage, but I liked it a lot.unlike some brands that use some inflated lumen unit, this is truly 2450 lumen or close to it. It can easily light up a large room space without sweating.
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Cheap NiteCore TM15 2450 Lumens Tiny Monster Triple XM-L Flashlight Combo
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Discount KLARUS P2A Mini Ultra Bright 245 Lumens CREE XP-G R5 LED Lamp 2
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Just handling this light you get a sense of quality, no plastic,nice machining, excellent fit and finish. Very tactical/ industrial durable appearance with nice weight and most of all very bright. The bright light intensity will light up a work surface when used outside on a sunny day.Very good to detect minute surface changes and to increase visibility.The pocket clip has excellent tension and it will clip to a thin shirt pocket and stay put until removed. Another good feature is that this light uses two AA batteries which are economical to replace or swap out to rechargeable batteries. Very good product and value for the money with a lumens intensity that exceeds most bigger and bulky lights.
Buy LED Brushed Steel Gooseneck Plug-In Swing Arm
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Ok so i ordered one of these because of good reviews but these products came directly from china and used chinese newspaper as packing.
NEGATIVE ASPECTS:
BUYER BEWARE! the descpription says the product is dimmable, HOWEVER it does not come with a dimmer switch.
I work in the metal industry and know how hard it is to achieve a brushed finish on a welded box. the material started with dents and pits in it so no amount of polishing will take imperfections out, so the end result that shipped to me was not the greatest looking item.
The Light is very bright, if only it had a dimmer...........
GOOD ASPECTS:
It was very easy to install and the wire covers look nice
The arm is very sturdy and holds any position you put it in. It feels pretty solid and not flimsy
Light does not emit enough heat to feel, so its not uncomfortable to lay under.
OVERALL
In the end i like the product, but for over $100 each, i expected better.
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Ok so i ordered one of these because of good reviews but these products came directly from china and used chinese newspaper as packing.
NEGATIVE ASPECTS:
BUYER BEWARE! the descpription says the product is dimmable, HOWEVER it does not come with a dimmer switch.
I work in the metal industry and know how hard it is to achieve a brushed finish on a welded box. the material started with dents and pits in it so no amount of polishing will take imperfections out, so the end result that shipped to me was not the greatest looking item.
The Light is very bright, if only it had a dimmer...........
GOOD ASPECTS:
It was very easy to install and the wire covers look nice
The arm is very sturdy and holds any position you put it in. It feels pretty solid and not flimsy
Light does not emit enough heat to feel, so its not uncomfortable to lay under.
OVERALL
In the end i like the product, but for over $100 each, i expected better.
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Just what I had hoped it would be. Small,bright,not hot like halogen bulbs. The gooseneck is easy to reposition when reading and the light stays mostly on the book so it is not so intrusive on the other side of the bed. It was easy to install and looks great.Best Deals for LED Brushed Steel Gooseneck Plug-In Swing Arm
It is attached to the side of the headboard/book case and its flexibility is so helpful and the brighness of the light makes it very easy to read. I purchased one for each side of our bed and both of us are very pleased.Honest reviews on LED Brushed Steel Gooseneck Plug-In Swing Arm
heavy and good quality bought them to replace lamps on night stands and they are perfect. Arrived promptly and as described.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for LED Brushed Steel Gooseneck Plug-In Swing Arm
So far we're very pleased with this product. The light is unobtrusive if your spouse wants to sleep and it produces no heat, which was the problem with our last light. When you're in a heat wave in the summer, you can read to your heart's content with the LED light.Discount Philips 40096/34/48 KidsPlace Flower and Butterfly Ceiling Light
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We purchased this light for my daughter's bedroom. She absolutely loves it. The light is of good quality and very attractive. It's a little smaller than I expected. The one issue I came across, is the mounting holes don't line up with a standard ceiling lighting mount. You can screw one screw into the lighting mount and then the other into drywall/stud/plug.
Also mounting screws were not included.
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We purchased this light for my daughter's bedroom. She absolutely loves it. The light is of good quality and very attractive. It's a little smaller than I expected. The one issue I came across, is the mounting holes don't line up with a standard ceiling lighting mount. You can screw one screw into the lighting mount and then the other into drywall/stud/plug.
Also mounting screws were not included.
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It looks great, and my daughter loves it! Not too difficult to install either. I would definately recommend this if you want a cheerful light fixture.Best Deals for Philips 40096/34/48 KidsPlace Flower and Butterfly Ceiling Light
This light is adorable, was easy enough to assemble and gives the right amount of lightabout all you can ask for in a light.Reviews of Projectables 11752 LED Disney Winnie Pooh Night Light
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This nightlight is really cute. I love how Winnie the Pooh and Tigger are on the ceiling. My two-year-old son will look at it until he falls asleep, usually. It is a little bright for sleeping, though. I unplug it after he falls asleep.Got them for when my nephews visit us. They are a nice alternative to a standard nightlight and provide them a little entertainment on the ceiling as they are falling asleep.
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This nightlight is really cute. I love how Winnie the Pooh and Tigger are on the ceiling. My two-year-old son will look at it until he falls asleep, usually. It is a little bright for sleeping, though. I unplug it after he falls asleep.Got them for when my nephews visit us. They are a nice alternative to a standard nightlight and provide them a little entertainment on the ceiling as they are falling asleep.
Discount 5x G4 Bipin Base 10 LED Disk Lamp - 12V AC DC Side Position
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I bought these for our 5th wheel to replace the hot halogen bulbs that came with the trailer. They are a nice warm white as described. They do not put out as much light as the halogen, but then again they use only a fraction of the electricity and create no heat at all.
Reviews of Stalwart? 2x 12 LED Headlamp w / Adjustable Strap
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sloppy packaging........I actually order 8 of these.....only 5 actually worked.....I was very disappointed. I would have returned but it would have cost me more to do so........you live.....you learn
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This item is pretty good, works well. Light is pretty bright, although i had hoped for something a little brighter. It has a few light settings, which allows you to adjust the brightness of the lamp. The only thing is that it feels pretty bulky on your head. But aside from that it does its job and its a great two for 1 deal.Best Deals for Stalwart? 2x 12 LED Headlamp w / Adjustable Strap
These lights are the best for the value, they work great at night for small spaces in and around the house, also good for doing small engine repairs. Excellent price and fast delivery would recommend seller.Honest reviews on Stalwart? 2x 12 LED Headlamp w / Adjustable Strap
I have one and am satisfied. Have not opened the new ones looks fine and sure it will be OK...DfFind helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Stalwart? 2x 12 LED Headlamp w / Adjustable Strap
Bought this for my grandkids. (3 years and 19 months). They love to be outside and go out at night to catch frogs, etc. Also great going to the beach to look for crabs at night.Best LuckyStore 1600LM Zoomable CREE XM-L T6 LED Focus Flashlight Torch Deals
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I purchased 2 of the flashlights (1 for work and 1 for home) after my Thrunite flashlight died after about 1 month (different vendor/seller). Man, these are BRIGHT!! Lights up most of my apartment at night by itself and you can see the beam in the dark. I haven't had any issues with dimming over time as the batteries seem to hold up fairly well.
2 things that annoyed me though were lack of instructions with the flashlight on how to operate the modes (fairly intuitive though, just tap the tailcap power switch to switch between modes) and the fact that the beam isn't focusable. I didn't understand completely by "zoomable" until I tried it, the beam goes from a fairly healthy wide circle to a perfect extremely bright square (which is the shape of the LED.
Other than that, a perfect pair of flashlights, well worth the money!
But if you really want to be happy, you can buy this from dinodirect (dot) com for about sixteen dollars AND free shipping!
All the flashlights there (and everything else) is much, much cheaper than here or anywhere else.
2 things that annoyed me though were lack of instructions with the flashlight on how to operate the modes (fairly intuitive though, just tap the tailcap power switch to switch between modes) and the fact that the beam isn't focusable. I didn't understand completely by "zoomable" until I tried it, the beam goes from a fairly healthy wide circle to a perfect extremely bright square (which is the shape of the LED.
Other than that, a perfect pair of flashlights, well worth the money!
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Everyone should have one! (I have 2) home security is just 1 application. When shined in eyes causes temporary blindness, giving you time to do what has to be done!!Best Deals for LuckyStore 1600LM Zoomable CREE XM-L T6 LED Focus Flashlight Torch
This is the most awesome light ever. It's way brighter than both headlights from a car but without the beam width from the headlights. It's focused much more narrow.But if you really want to be happy, you can buy this from dinodirect (dot) com for about sixteen dollars AND free shipping!
All the flashlights there (and everything else) is much, much cheaper than here or anywhere else.
Buy Paradise GL22132 Low Voltage 100-Foot 16 Gauge Landscape Wire
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Nothing special about this cable. It appears to be good quality and the price on Amazon is good. I will be purchasing more for my landscape lighting in the future.
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Great wire. Thick outer coating. Seems like it will last underground for a long time. Don't want to have to re-wire any sooner than really necessarily.Best Deals for Paradise GL22132 Low Voltage 100-Foot 16 Gauge Landscape Wire
this product is as described. this product is good quality. I would purchase again if needed. best price on the net when purchased.Honest reviews on Paradise GL22132 Low Voltage 100-Foot 16 Gauge Landscape Wire
I purchased a total of 250 feet of this wire to do my front yard with 9 landscape lights and step lights. My landscaper was impressed with quality and I am impressed with its capacity to run the voltage I have hooked up. Between the wire, transformer and lights, my yard is illuminated beautifully!Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Paradise GL22132 Low Voltage 100-Foot 16 Gauge Landscape Wire
I bought this for a long run from a post light to the control box and there was no loss of power.Cheap GE ENERGY SMART 65W REPLACEMENT 68158 (10W) BR30 LED BULB (WARM
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Delivered on time, product operates providing LED light as opposed to Incandescent light. The Incandescent light bulb that was replaced created a lot of heat, and made it difficult for the AC system to keep my office cool. Great product. Highly recommended for ecology minded individuals to do their share to help us ween ourselves off of Fossil Fuels.
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Delivered on time, product operates providing LED light as opposed to Incandescent light. The Incandescent light bulb that was replaced created a lot of heat, and made it difficult for the AC system to keep my office cool. Great product. Highly recommended for ecology minded individuals to do their share to help us ween ourselves off of Fossil Fuels.
Review of GE Lighting 33890 Cool White 12-Inch Diameter Circline Fluorescent
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Cheaper than in the major hardware stores for the same product.This was a no brainer, replaced all the ceiling lights at the same time, at about half the price of my local stores.
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Cheaper than in the major hardware stores for the same product.This was a no brainer, replaced all the ceiling lights at the same time, at about half the price of my local stores.
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Was cracked even though packed very well. Had to throw it away and buy one locally which is fineBest Deals for GE Lighting 33890 Cool White 12-Inch Diameter Circline Fluorescent
Product works as expected. Easy to install and it lit up as soon as I turned on the light switch.Honest reviews on GE Lighting 33890 Cool White 12-Inch Diameter Circline Fluorescent
Bought one on 5/24/2011 died less than one and a half years later (Oct 2012). Not impressed, will be trying a different brand for the replacement.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for GE Lighting 33890 Cool White 12-Inch Diameter Circline Fluorescent
I had 2 of these lights in my kitchen. The lights were left on for long periods of time often more than 8 hours a day. The lights started off bright and strong and dimmed over time as is the case with most fluorescent lights. These GE Circuline Lights provided ample illumination during all phases of their 3 1/2 year life span. I liked the cool white color with just a hint of blue. Maybe the other reviewer got a bad batch. I brought my lights from Amazon.com not a third party seller because; I seldom have problems with quality of items I buy from Amazon.com. The Bulbs were easy to install so long as you are gentle with them as the bulb's glass is painfully thin. I brought 20 of these bulbs in bulk because; you never know when the elected crazies in Washington DC will outlaw these awesome bulbs and mandate we lemmings buy a far more expensive, far less reliable, utterly useless, dim unearthly blue but more energy efficient "EARTH FRIENDLY GREEN" light bulb. I more than got my money's worth from these bulbs and thus I highly recommend them. Enjoy them while they last. Next up the fools in government will force us to buy lame LED lights that burn out after 3 weeks use and cost $35 dollars each to replace but NOT TO WORRY the new LED technology will be GREEN! I work in a government office that is just beginning to switch to LED technology to replace florescent bulbs. The new energy saving LED technology has a blue color is almost criminal in its ability to amplify ugliness in even the most colorful cheerful environment. Blue LED replacements for cool blue florescent's make almost all colors and features in their environment look gray and almost totally washed out. These GE Circline 32W cool blue florescent bulbs emit a blue white light I find make a colorful environment vivid bright yet still pleasing to the eye.iLLumi Projections E26 Screw Base DC 12V-20V 9W Motor Home Marine Reviews
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Perfect according to description. Bought warm light ...great replacement for incandescent. Easier on eyes than GoalZero lite-a-life 12v solar lamp and a screw in replacement. Also works in harbor freight's lights supplied with their 3 panel 45 watt solar kit. Swap these for the HF 12v fluorescent bulbs and increase light and save power.
The light is bright and perfectly even. Lights a 12' x 12' room easily when hung from ceiling. Wonderful for power outages. Shipment was fast ...first class postage about 4-6 days to northern California. Have not had long enough to test for longevity. ...but no obvious manufacturing flaws and item is lightweight and well packaged in styrofoam. Lastly, seller communicated well via email ...with 2-3 hours of sending question/request. Kudos!
Will likely order up a few more!
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Cons, no 12 volt warning label.
The light is bright and perfectly even. Lights a 12' x 12' room easily when hung from ceiling. Wonderful for power outages. Shipment was fast ...first class postage about 4-6 days to northern California. Have not had long enough to test for longevity. ...but no obvious manufacturing flaws and item is lightweight and well packaged in styrofoam. Lastly, seller communicated well via email ...with 2-3 hours of sending question/request. Kudos!
Will likely order up a few more!
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So far these bulbs have worked out great. Are very bright and are exactly what we were looking for. If you need a good 12V LED bulb these are the ones to get. Plus shipping was very quick!Best Deals for iLLumi Projections E26 Screw Base DC 12V-20V 9W Motor Home Marine
I have been building my off grid solar system for a year. I have a 120 watt pure sine invertor, but the system is greedy and Im still adding batteries, so I decided to separate the lights from the main grid. This is no doubt my best investment in lighting so far. I have separate solar panels charging batteries strictly for these lights. Pow! take that light company. Please do not use these in wet conditions , they are bare and uncovered. I would recommend direct connection to a 12 volt battery system only. Clean enery and these babies soar, thanks china/amazon.Cons, no 12 volt warning label.
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I had a hard time finding a bright 12v light with this socket configuration, this fit the bill. Fast shipping at a good price, ThanksFind helpful customer reviews and review ratings for iLLumi Projections E26 Screw Base DC 12V-20V 9W Motor Home Marine
I hooked up a harbor freight solar panel kit to my bedroom and made my lamps 12 volt. These light are bright and great.Buy OttLite 290089 LED Handheld Task Lamp, White
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Several reviewers have commented on the hassle involved in changing the batteries which requires a screw driver to unscrew and screw back the faceplate covering the battery housing. I agree that it is a hassle. Even when using rechargable batteries, this light eats thorough them in one evening (at 4 hours or so). After that the light starts to dim. So I needed a solution. However, in lieu of a dedicated power adapter, on a whim i decided to try USB as a power source as i had a spare USB to male cable lying around after purchasing the netgear wnce2001, and not using the USB power adapter cable that came with it. The input specification on the ottlight says "6V 600mA" and USB produces 5V, and while I'm not an expert on the various nuances of USB power delivery specifications, 600mA certainly sounded very reasonable i.e. not a "high powered" device like the ipads, while 5V wasn't quite 6V, it may not matter (I'm speculating that perhaps the voltage is further regulated internally so the actual input voltage doesn't actually matter, as long as it's high enough but not too high, of course). Anyway, I plugged it in (tried both desktop and laptop), and lo and behold light! as bright as using freshly charged batteries. So, with this impediment out of the way as i normally use the lamp together with my laptop as a supplementary light i give it 5 stars! This one little change makes the light truly portable, and hassle free.
Now that i think of it, i was using the sanyo eneloop batteries, which have a nominal voltage of 1.2V instead of 1.5V for non-rechargables, so that makes it 4.8V (for four batteries in series) ! So it makes perfect sense that 5V should work also, after all, the manufacturer has to allow for the possibility of using rechargable NiMh batteries.
By the way, i forgot to say that light quality is excellent, very white and bright. You can actually turn the angle of the light almost to about 80 degrees. I wasn't really aware of that until recently (I used to keep it at about 65 degrees or so for fear of breaking the part where it hinges together, but now i see that there's a stopper at the end, and it actually will stop turning). So it can be used as a more generic ambient light which is what i now use it for, rather than just focused light. Great for some mini-SAD-therapy, during these winter months, but i'm digressing ...
One can also pair the USB power adapter cable with one of several lithium based USB battery packs on the market right now, eliminating the need for a laptop or desktop (or AA batteries for that matter) although you'd still need to charge that battery pack, but that should last longer than the 4 AA batteries that this thing eats through in one evening.
UPDATE: this is the USB cable that works with the light it uses a "3.5mm" plug
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It's just perfect for my desk!
The light is very bright...so it is ideal for crafting!
Love the fact that it is battery-operated, so I don't have an electrical cord getting in my way.
The design of this light is sleek and elegant!
Love it!
Thank you, Amazon.com!
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Several reviewers have commented on the hassle involved in changing the batteries which requires a screw driver to unscrew and screw back the faceplate covering the battery housing. I agree that it is a hassle. Even when using rechargable batteries, this light eats thorough them in one evening (at 4 hours or so). After that the light starts to dim. So I needed a solution. However, in lieu of a dedicated power adapter, on a whim i decided to try USB as a power source as i had a spare USB to male cable lying around after purchasing the netgear wnce2001, and not using the USB power adapter cable that came with it. The input specification on the ottlight says "6V 600mA" and USB produces 5V, and while I'm not an expert on the various nuances of USB power delivery specifications, 600mA certainly sounded very reasonable i.e. not a "high powered" device like the ipads, while 5V wasn't quite 6V, it may not matter (I'm speculating that perhaps the voltage is further regulated internally so the actual input voltage doesn't actually matter, as long as it's high enough but not too high, of course). Anyway, I plugged it in (tried both desktop and laptop), and lo and behold light! as bright as using freshly charged batteries. So, with this impediment out of the way as i normally use the lamp together with my laptop as a supplementary light i give it 5 stars! This one little change makes the light truly portable, and hassle free.
Now that i think of it, i was using the sanyo eneloop batteries, which have a nominal voltage of 1.2V instead of 1.5V for non-rechargables, so that makes it 4.8V (for four batteries in series) ! So it makes perfect sense that 5V should work also, after all, the manufacturer has to allow for the possibility of using rechargable NiMh batteries.
By the way, i forgot to say that light quality is excellent, very white and bright. You can actually turn the angle of the light almost to about 80 degrees. I wasn't really aware of that until recently (I used to keep it at about 65 degrees or so for fear of breaking the part where it hinges together, but now i see that there's a stopper at the end, and it actually will stop turning). So it can be used as a more generic ambient light which is what i now use it for, rather than just focused light. Great for some mini-SAD-therapy, during these winter months, but i'm digressing ...
One can also pair the USB power adapter cable with one of several lithium based USB battery packs on the market right now, eliminating the need for a laptop or desktop (or AA batteries for that matter) although you'd still need to charge that battery pack, but that should last longer than the 4 AA batteries that this thing eats through in one evening.
UPDATE: this is the USB cable that works with the light it uses a "3.5mm" plug
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00512Z86I/ref=wms_ohs_product
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I bought this originally to replace my desk lamp. Ooops, that was a mistake. This lamps is not designed as a desk lamp. Instead its more like a utility lamp. Its really short. The cover to the battery slot has a screw over it. This annoyed me a bit, because that meant every time I needed to replace the batteries, I would have to carry screw driver with me. The design ergonomics lost me there. In addition, there is no easy way to get the cover off it too, because there is no latch on it. The only good thing is the light is really powerful. Its LED white light and shines pretty good. Overall, I'm not really impressed.Best Deals for OttLite 290089 LED Handheld Task Lamp, White
I bought this product for someone with low vision. I was hoping to use it for dinner outtings where the lighting is always low. It works great! It fits on all tables, as well as in my purse. The light is bright enough to be helpful and not distracting to other tables. Also, he uses it all over the house, as it's a bright quick portable light.Honest reviews on OttLite 290089 LED Handheld Task Lamp, White
The Ottlight Task Lamp, like all my previous ottlight lamps is very handy as we have a number of power outages here every year. With the LED light, bright ehough to read by, power outages are no longer a big problem.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for OttLite 290089 LED Handheld Task Lamp, White
I just received this white OttLite 290089 LED Handheld Task Lamp.It's just perfect for my desk!
The light is very bright...so it is ideal for crafting!
Love the fact that it is battery-operated, so I don't have an electrical cord getting in my way.
The design of this light is sleek and elegant!
Love it!
Thank you, Amazon.com!
Woods 59018 In-Wall 7-Day Digital Timer, White Reviews
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I've purchased this seven day electronic timer to use on my front porch light. The installation of this device requires three wire connections. It requires the white wire or neutral as well as the hot and switch leg. The green wire is to be connected to the electrical outlet box and is optional. I was fortunate with my installation that there is a neutral wire in the box. Otherwise, I would had to install the neutral wire in the outlet box before I can use this timer. The timer has its own rechargeable battery backup. This device uses an actual relay to do the switching on and off, so it is compatible with all loads whether it be compact fluorescent lighting or motor loads up to 15 amps. This device is kind of bulky that it requires quite a lot of space inside the electrical box. It occupies up to 1 5/8 inch in depth or about the same as a GFCI device.
The timer is fairly easy to program. First you have to set the clock by lifting the cover that happened to be the push button for the light switch by prying it up with a small screwdriver. Once you have it open, press and hold the clock button until it starts blinking. When that happens, you can press the hour button to advance to the correct hour. Next, do the same for the minutes. Finally set the week day. Next, press and hold the timer button to set the time when you want the light to come on and off. Repeat this, if you want the light to come on at different time on another day. Otherwise just leave it on one day setting. Using just the first day setting. The timer will turn on and off the light the same time every day.
If used to switch high efficiency bulbs (CFL), say four or less, I think it is safe to say that the timer will last forever...as much as 10 years or more. There again, if you are controlling a heavy load, it will probably last a year or so. It all depends how the timer is used.
Should the settings be changed because of daylight savings time? Probably not because of the delicate buttons and the hassle of making the change. Savings of $3.00 for six months per unit (depending on the load) can be realized if the reprogramming is done but I do not recommend making this change. The usage of the timer with incandesced, old fashioned, lamps will also shorten the timer life because of the high transient, inrush currents.
I leave for work while it is still dark out, and this time of year, I don't get back til after it's dark again.
Not only was I wasting electricity, but shortening the life of the light bulb by leaving it on all day M-F.
Since I installed the programmable switch, I can now have exterior light when I leave in the morning, and again when I return, without leaving the light on all day long.
I would estimate that in a matter of just a couple months, this timer will have paid for itself.
In my case, the only negative mark I would give this item is the small, hard to read LCD display.
For me, I must provide direct light (such as a flashlight) and then kneel to obtain the optimal viewing angle for standard wall switch height placement.
Perhaps the manufacturer will see this review, and consider developing a back-lit version for easier viewing.
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I've purchased this seven day electronic timer to use on my front porch light. The installation of this device requires three wire connections. It requires the white wire or neutral as well as the hot and switch leg. The green wire is to be connected to the electrical outlet box and is optional. I was fortunate with my installation that there is a neutral wire in the box. Otherwise, I would had to install the neutral wire in the outlet box before I can use this timer. The timer has its own rechargeable battery backup. This device uses an actual relay to do the switching on and off, so it is compatible with all loads whether it be compact fluorescent lighting or motor loads up to 15 amps. This device is kind of bulky that it requires quite a lot of space inside the electrical box. It occupies up to 1 5/8 inch in depth or about the same as a GFCI device.
The timer is fairly easy to program. First you have to set the clock by lifting the cover that happened to be the push button for the light switch by prying it up with a small screwdriver. Once you have it open, press and hold the clock button until it starts blinking. When that happens, you can press the hour button to advance to the correct hour. Next, do the same for the minutes. Finally set the week day. Next, press and hold the timer button to set the time when you want the light to come on and off. Repeat this, if you want the light to come on at different time on another day. Otherwise just leave it on one day setting. Using just the first day setting. The timer will turn on and off the light the same time every day.
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I have not seen the circuit diagram of the module content but I presume the load is controlled by an SCR (silicon controlled rectifier). Having said that, the heavier the load, the shorter the timer life since the timer is rated for 15A and 1,800 watts. Keep in mind the type of load and the surge currents can shorten the life of the timer considerably. The one year warranty specified by the manufacturer is based on "worst case" load usage.If used to switch high efficiency bulbs (CFL), say four or less, I think it is safe to say that the timer will last forever...as much as 10 years or more. There again, if you are controlling a heavy load, it will probably last a year or so. It all depends how the timer is used.
Should the settings be changed because of daylight savings time? Probably not because of the delicate buttons and the hassle of making the change. Savings of $3.00 for six months per unit (depending on the load) can be realized if the reprogramming is done but I do not recommend making this change. The usage of the timer with incandesced, old fashioned, lamps will also shorten the timer life because of the high transient, inrush currents.
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I purchased three of these Woods timers in November 2010. While installation instructions were clear, I chose to use an electrician. He had all three installed in about 45 minutes. I did the programming. It is important to follow the instructions exactly; otherwise, you will have to start over and may need to push the reset button, which I had to do on one of the units. All three units functioned perfectly out of the box. However, programming keys are pretty small and for older eyes such as mine, a magnifying glass and high intensity flashlight were helpful. I'm using the timers with CFL outside lights and so far they are working well.Honest reviews on Woods 59018 In-Wall 7-Day Digital Timer, White
I'm on my second one, and both have been problems. When it is hooked up correctly, the light flashes. That's two of these in a row, over a one year period. Obviously a poorly-constructed Chinese product. I'm taking mine back for a refund from Loews. Conversely, my Intermedics worked great for years, and they only have two wires to connect. Simple and efficient. Too bad Intermedics seems to be backing away from the business.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Woods 59018 In-Wall 7-Day Digital Timer, White
Before purchasing this wall switch timer, I would have to leave the light on all day while at work.I leave for work while it is still dark out, and this time of year, I don't get back til after it's dark again.
Not only was I wasting electricity, but shortening the life of the light bulb by leaving it on all day M-F.
Since I installed the programmable switch, I can now have exterior light when I leave in the morning, and again when I return, without leaving the light on all day long.
I would estimate that in a matter of just a couple months, this timer will have paid for itself.
In my case, the only negative mark I would give this item is the small, hard to read LCD display.
For me, I must provide direct light (such as a flashlight) and then kneel to obtain the optimal viewing angle for standard wall switch height placement.
Perhaps the manufacturer will see this review, and consider developing a back-lit version for easier viewing.