In this video, I demonstrate how to make a torch using a small piece of Applewood and Epoxy. The metal components are crafted ...

This simple LED torch is driven by a 2-transistor blocking oscillator which steps up the voltage from a 1.5V cell. It relies on the inherent current limiting of the 150µH choke to protect the white ...

A red LED torch is essential for preserving your dark adapted vision at night allowing you to read star charts as well as setup and take down your accessories safely. The red wavelength is specific to ...

Headlamp or torch? Why choose? Both can come in handy. THERE ARE TWO camps when it comes to lights for the outdoors – headlamps and torches. But why settle for just one? While a headlamp is great for ...

There’s no doubting the brightness of the Cree LED in this Halfords aluminium torch, but the beam is less impressive. The centre is very bright, although away from the beam’s focus it’s quite dark.

Lighting has come a long way from simple oil lamps to advanced LED torches. Today, torches are designed to meet different needs: from outdoor adventures and home use to industrial and emergency ...

The idea behind this RAC torch is good, with five LEDs for a lantern with an all-round spread of light, plus five more LEDs for the torch. Stamina impresses as well, as this easily tops similar budget ...

Torch technology has come on in leaps and bounds in the past few years. Emily Padfield and David Cousins gathered 15 torches on a snowy February evening in Warwickshire to see which were best for farm ...