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expired Posted by TenseSeagull3647 • Mar 2, 2023
expired Posted by TenseSeagull3647 • Mar 2, 2023

RIDGID 18V GEN5X Hybrid Light Cannon (in store only) $27.6 at Direct Tools Outlet

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$120

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This is the older version. Factory Blemished, eligible for LSA. If you can find it in store, this is an incredible price.


Extended run-time-up to 30 hours of continuous run-time with 5.0Ah battery
180° swivel head-unit can be positioned in multiple orientations to direct light where its needed
Dual power compatibility-works with RIDGID 18-Volt battery or included 12-Volt car adapter
Up to 2,500-Lumens with variable power dial-powerful output with adjustable lumen level to match brightness to the job
On-board 1/4-20 thread-easily mount the unit to the RIDGID universal tripod
On-board cord retainer-for hanging the light upside down to illuminate hard to reach areas

https://www.directtoolsoutlet.com.../R8694220B
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This is the older version. Factory Blemished, eligible for LSA. If you can find it in store, this is an incredible price.


Extended run-time-up to 30 hours of continuous run-time with 5.0Ah battery
180° swivel head-unit can be positioned in multiple orientations to direct light where its needed
Dual power compatibility-works with RIDGID 18-Volt battery or included 12-Volt car adapter
Up to 2,500-Lumens with variable power dial-powerful output with adjustable lumen level to match brightness to the job
On-board 1/4-20 thread-easily mount the unit to the RIDGID universal tripod
On-board cord retainer-for hanging the light upside down to illuminate hard to reach areas

https://www.directtoolsoutlet.com.../R8694220B

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Mar 3, 2023
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Joined Aug 2009
Mar 3, 2023
CrankyBastard
Mar 3, 2023
530 Posts
Quote from Knuteski :
I'm more intrigued by the 12v car adapter. Anyone know where to buy one? (And yes, I Googled it first)
If it's anything like the inflator, it's simply an adapter cable, with a 12v car plug on one end, and specific connector on the other.

On the inflator, it's a two-pin plug, but in this case, looks like a simple barrel connector, which would be easier to source for a DIY cable.

The repair sheet for the inflator lists the 12V cable as a separate part, but given that Gen5X predates Octane, availability could be an issue, even if they did ever offer the one with the light as a separate part.

Also keep in mind that, while it's more flexible, running the inflator with the 12V cord negatively impacts performance. The light could suffer as well, or perhaps not as much, but without knowing the specifics of the light sources, or their power draw, I can't say.
Mar 3, 2023
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Volumnus
Mar 3, 2023
346 Posts
Quote from bbdt :
It's a good light, but no way you will get anywhere close to 30hr run time. Not even a quarter of that...
I have two of them. They suck batteries down like nothing else I've ever used. I bet my 4 mah batteries when fully charged won't last ten minutes in one. They both came with a car adapter, but I've never used them. Word to the wise. Don't let it get damp. I left mine on the porch one night. It didn't rain, but it got covered in dew. It stopped working for about a week and then mysteriously started working again. I also have these really bright generic LED flash lights for shooting that last so much longer and are just as bright. In my opinion, you should spend a little more and get one of those. Much lighter, much less bulk, just as bright, far longer life on a single charge.
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Mar 3, 2023
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SeriousGame169
Mar 3, 2023
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Quote from Volumnus :
I have two of them. They suck batteries down like nothing else I've ever used. I bet my 4 mah batteries when fully charged won't last ten minutes in one. They both came with a car adapter, but I've never used them. Word to the wise. Don't let it get damp. I left mine on the porch one night. It didn't rain, but it got covered in dew. It stopped working for about a week and then mysteriously started working again. I also have these really bright generic LED flash lights for shooting that last so much longer and are just as bright. In my opinion, you should spend a little more and get one of those. Much lighter, much less bulk, just as bright, far longer life on a single charge.
Eh no way they are just as bright if they don't suck batteries at the same rate. LED efficiency doesn't vary enough to compensate for such drastic differences. The energy in the battery is certainly being emitted as light energy which by definition would make it brighter. Now whether it's a noticeable difference is another question.
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Mar 3, 2023
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Volumnus
Mar 3, 2023
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Quote from SeriousGame169 :
Eh no way they are just as bright if they don't suck batteries at the same rate. LED efficiency doesn't vary enough to compensate for such drastic differences. The energy in the battery is certainly being emitted as light energy which by definition would make it brighter. Now whether it's a noticeable difference is another question.
I'm just sharing my own personal experience. The batteries in my tactical flashlights will illuminate an area just as well, and the batteries last much, much longer.
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Mar 5, 2023
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redhotyellaboi
Mar 5, 2023
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Quote from dealaddict77 :
Not available at most stores.
I picked up two from a store about 30 miles from me

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