Simply shaking NightStar II for 40 seconds provides 10 minutes of effective illumination with a total light duration of 20 minutes. When shaken, a high strength magnet generates electrical energy as it passes through a wire coil. Magnets oriented to repel the charging magnet are mounted at both ends of the flashlight. Nightstar's patented Mag-Lev recoil system smoothly rebounds the charging magnet back through the coil, efficiently transforming motion into electrical energy. The energy generated is stored in a capacitor. Superior to a battery, the capacitor will never corrode, can recharge several hundred thousand times and will power the LED even under extreme hot and cold temperatures.
Equally impressive, the LED used in NightStar II is practically unbreakable and has a rated lifetime of over 50,000 hours. NightStar CS also has a unique magnetic switch, which is reliable, non-sparking and non-clogging. The state-of-the-art components are contained within a waterproof, corrosion proof and virtually indestructible polycarbonate housing, ensuring that even after years of abuse and neglect, light is there when you need it most.
Operation:
• moderately shake NightStar II so that the magnet completely passes through the coil
• 40 seconds of shaking fully recharges the capacitor
• to turn on, slide the luminescent switch
• on a full charge, NightStar II provides 10 minutes of effective illumination with a total
light duration of 20 minutes
• during periods of limited use (2 months or more), the capacitor may completely drain of
electricity; allow approximately 3 minutes of shaking to install base charge
Features of NightStar II Renewable Energy flashlight:
• shake to recharge - no batteries, no bulbs, no maintenance
• professional grade flashlight
• 40 seconds of shaking provides 10 minutes of effective illumination
• patented magnetic charging system
• advanced energy storage capacitor
• revolutionary, luminescent, non-clogging magnetic switch
• high impact strength, compact lightweight polycarbonate housing
• waterproof to a depth of 160 feet
• chemical resistant construction
• floats with LED is upright position
• the ideal flashlight for emergency and disaster preparedness kits
• perfect for outdoor enthusiasts
• engineered in the USA
Important Note:
If the energy storing capacitor is completely discharged, the NightStar 3 shake light make take up to 5 minutes of shaking before it will light. Also, placing a magnet near the flashlight or placing 2 NightStar shake lights side-by-side may cause the light to turn on even when the switch is in the off position.
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