the lantern circus

kazza58 · Veteran Member

the lantern circus

Possum3 · Guru

I think battery or solar operated; sensor security lights are what you are seeking similar to what Bunnings sell . www.bunnings.com.au/our-range/lighting-electrical/lighting/solar/solar-security-lights|Lighting|Outdoor_Lighting||Broad&utm_term=+solar%20+security%20+sensor%20+light|562|2127445&utm_content=4411384487

I have similar in use on a country property and they have been working off the original rechargeable batteries (3 X AA's each) for over 4 years.

villatranquilla · Guru

We love our 'head lights'. They leave the hands free and the beam can be directed onto your book, food or the fire wood. The caravan light is OK if you are just sitting around chatting. We have a couple of battery ones from camping stores but also have a fantastic re-chargable one than has an incredible distance range - the brand is 'cree' and about $40 from ebay. Just make sure you get one with a 4 battery pack. Another top brand is 'lenser' but they are quite expensive.
We had a re-chargable Coleman lantern - lasted about 4 yrs and was OK and also had a duel fuel lantern but found it a pain to have to carry the fuel and spare mantels.

Bruce and Bev · Guru

if youre intending to be sitting outside at dusk or evening, either on EBay or Bunnings, you can buy solar powered blue light insect zapper - just hang it up somewhere or even sit it on the ground. We've had one for 2 years now that I bought off E Bay (you can get cheap and nasties - ours cost about $50) and it actually works and the stored power lasts about 3 hours. Only good for those nasty little biters like mozzies - not enough grunt to kill flies. Bunnings has a good range and of course its easier to return the device if it doesn't do what you expected of it.

You can also buy 240v ones as well - we also have one of those and it does work better and doesn't take much charge out of your batteries.