Tips You Can Use to Buy the Right Reading Light
When you’re searching for the best reading light, you need to consider both how and where it will be used. First, which types and sizes of book will your light be used to light? If it only needs to illuminate standard size mass market paperback books, a smaller, single incandescent or LED design will probably be sufficient. If your reading light must evenly light a large dictionary, then you’ll need a light designed for much greater light output distributed over a considerably larger area. Another thing to consider is whether you prefer the warmer, slightly golden glow of an incandescent light or the whiter, more “sun like” output of modern LEDs.
Another important consideration is the cost of maintenance. While LED and incandescent lights require about the same amount of power, using up batteries with about equal speed, incandescent bulbs have a life expectancy of between 15-25 hours of use. LEDs, while they are only slightly higher in price than incandescent designs, usually have life expectancies of between 5,000-50,000 hours of use. Obviously, LEDs will be significantly less expensive to service over the long haul if the reading light will be used regularly.
Most modern reading light designs provide the flexibility of running on batteries or optional A/C operation. Obviously, battery power is convenient when the light is to be used anywhere an A/C outlet isn’t close, but it can get expensive to replace batteries, as most fully charged alkaline batteries last only for about 20-30 hours of use. A good option to consider would be a good recharger and rechargeable batteries.
Finally, a reading light usually comes with a clip which securely attaches to your book, book stand or book holder. The clip can also be used to attach your reading light to a music stand, podium, desk, piano or organ music rack, etc, which greatly increases the possible uses for your light. Some designs offer an optional base or cradle that allows your light to be affixed to any ferrous surface, such as a refrigerator or other appliance, an automotive fender, hood or trunk lid, etc. The potential applications are truly unlimited.
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