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UNDERWATER LIGHTS
Underwater lights can be divided into many categories. Lights can be battery
powered or rechargeable. The bulbs can be regular, Halogen or even LED. High
Power Lights can be used for night diving, wreck diving, cave diving; or in any
situation where maximum brightness is desired. Small Backup lights are also
available. Lights can be handheld, canister (where battery pack is mounted
separately), or even head mounted which frees both hands for work. First decide
if you want a narrow or wide beam then desired burn time. You will find quite a
few varied designs to choice from.
As a diver especially if a wreck diver, you will need two different types of
lights and, of course, back up lights. Your main or primary light should be a
powerful, dependable wide beam light capable of illuminating the wreck's
interior darkness. For penetration dives, this primary light should have a burn
time longer than the planned duration of the dive. For any wreck penetration
diving, a second wide-beam backup light is also needed. The second type of light
is a smaller spot light used to look deep into holes to help you spot lobsters
and artifacts. Remember the location of these lights is critical. Each should be
located in a secure place that doesn't cause a possible snag yet allows easy
access. If your enjoyment comes from
lobstering around shipwrecks, try taping a lobster size gauge to a small
narrow-beam spot light. This combines two items of equipment and makes it quick
and easy to find, catch and measure lobsters without fumbling around for a
gauge. Remember, as with night diving, it is important never to shine your light
into your own or anyone else's eyes. This would have an immediate negative
effect on night vision ability.
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Blackwater
3000
Code: 1265
Price: $403.95
The BlackWater 3000™ is the
result of two years developing a Nickel-Metal Hydride lighting system.
Though the BlackWater 3000™ can be used for just about any
application, low-visibility, brown-orange silty conditions are where it
will feel at home. The system was designed for extreme deep, dark waters
when the sea is not kind and dishes out the worst in diving conditions.
Features: Rechargeable 13.2 volt 4.0Ah Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery,
weighs 30%less than comparable NiCad systems, allowing up to 30 % longer
burn times and shorter recharge times.
3 light levels: 12w, 20w, and 32w
Up to 3hr burn @ 12w, 2hrs @ 20w, 1:10hrs @ 32w
Microbrute 3.5 hour SmartCharger
Soft Wrist Mount for putting the light where you need it and reducing
the backscatter effect.
Rated to 500 ffw
System weight: 2.1 lbs (1/2 lb Negative) - Mount, light head and
battery.
Battery case size: 6 in. height x 4.5in. width x 1.6 in. thick.
Heavy-duty belt clip for mounting on weight belt, tank strap or
cummerbund.
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Blackwater 5000
Code: #1275
Price: $543.95
The BlackWater 5000™ is our Newest Nickel-Metal Hydride Lighting
System. Utilizing New NiMH battery technology, the BlackWater 5000 now
offers almost the same power as our heritage NR4000 in a 50% smaller
battery. Features · Rechargeable 13.2 volt 4.0Ah Nickel-Metal Hydride
Battery · Wet connectors allow changing batteries even underwater with
on/off switch in off position
· 3 light levels: 12w, 20w, and 32w · Up to 3hrs burn @ 12w, 2hrs @
20w, 1:10hrs @ 32w
· Microbrute 3.5 hour SmartCharger
· Soft Wrist Mount for putting the light where you need it and reducing
the backscatter effect
· Rated to 500 ffw
· System weight: 2.1 lbs (1/2 lb Negative) - Mount, light head and
battery. Battery case size: 6 in. height x 4.5in. width x 1.6 in. thick.
· Heavy-duty belt clip for mounting on weight belt, tank strap or
cummerbund
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HID DIVE LIGHT
Code: 2011
Price: $699.95
The HID Dive Light is a 10 watt, 13.2-volt dive light system equivalent
to 40 watts of conventional light but with 6000 degree color temperature
that is closest to sunlight. This incredibly bright and penetrating
light is perfect for all types of serious diving needs. The 4 hour run
time provides plenty of time to get all the dives in you want in a day.
Features · 10 watt HID Single Beam (40watts of equivalent conventional
light). · Burn times: 4 hours · Soft Wrist Mount for putting the light
where you need it and reducing the backscatter effect · Industrial
Grade rechargeable 13.2 volt 4.0Ah memory-free NiMH battery, weight 2.1
lbs (1/2lb negative in water), size: width 4.5in. x height 6in. x thick
1.6in. · Heavy-duty belt clip for mounting on a weight belt, tank strap
or cummerbund · Microbrute 3.5 hour SmartCharger · Certified to 500
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HID Pro Dive
Light
Code: 2022
Price: $795.95
The HID Pro-Dive Light is a 10 watt, 13.2-volt dive light system
equivalent to 40 watts of conventional light but with 6000 degree color
temperature that is closest to sunlight. This incredibly bright and
penetrating light is perfect for all types of serious diving needs. The
4 hour run time provides plenty of time to get all the dives in you want
in a day. Features · 10 watt HID Single Beam (40watts of equivalent
conventional light). · Burn times: 4 hours with. · Underwater wet
connectors connect the light head to the battery underwater for the use
of multiple batteries. · Soft Wrist Mount for putting the light where
you need it and reducing the backscatter effect · Industrial Grade
rechargeable 13.2 volt 4.0Ah memory-free NiMH battery, weight 2.1 lbs
(1/2lb negative in water), size: width 4.5in. x height 6in. x thick
1.6in. · Heavy-duty belt clip for mounting on a weight belt, tank strap
or cummerbund · Microbrute 3.5 hour SmartCharger · Certified to 500
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