June 2002 Newsletter

 

Hello Again LEDLighters!

 

This month we bring you good news, and more good news. We have some very exciting product additions that many of you and others have been searching for.

 

Since LED is our name and our game, we have some new models to offer and a reduction in pricing. Our search has turned up four new LEDs that you will learn about later in this newsletter.

 

There two models of 70 degree milky white LEDs that are un-paid for, so they have become available to you. One is the T125-70W, a 3mm, 480mcd LED. The other is a 5mm with 780mcd. Both are in limited quantities so “first come first served”! Both are Nichia LEDs and are excellent for backlighting, indicators and other low-light uses.

 

NEWS:

 

US Senate passed Energy Policy Reform!

 

Get the latest policy revision that affects those who have bought or are contemplating purchase of solar powered lights and fans for residential and condominium applications.  If you have been delaying the purchase of either lights or fans to be solar powered, now is the time to do it.  Check out the facts here:  Senate Passed Energy Policy Reform Sec 25C Residential Solar Energy Property.

 

Contact Information

 

We have been experiencing problems with our 1-800 number and looking for ways to resolve the situation. One disadvantage of being in a smaller town is the lack of full service providers with good capability. If you are having problems in calling us with your orders, please use 775-423-7388 until further notice.  If the lines are busy, you will be connected to voice mail.  Please leave a message.

 

Recently, the number of phone calls to discuss ideas, products, and projects  have increased substantially. We are not able to handle the calls responsibly as we are not able to contact many of you and end up leaving messages, or you having to call back when we are not able to have a discussion. We strongly suggest that you email us initially, then use the phone to finalize or express what cannot be done via email. 

 

We are on Pacific time; you are 3 hours earlier on the East Coast; 2 hours from the Mid West; one hour from Central or Mountain times. Our business hours are from 8:AM to 5:PM, Monday to Friday. We are sometimes in the office as early as 6 AM, so those of you on the east coast or west coast early risers, feel free to call earlier.

 

We also encourage you to use the fax to forward your ideas, requests and schematics along with your explanation of what is needed. In many instances, we will ask for drawings and measurements so the faxing would be the best way to reach us and have your request reviewed and responded to.  Our fax line, 775-423-7399, is open 24/7. 

 

Thank you for your cooperation!

 

NEW PRODUCTS…ADDITIONS

 

Additions:

 

There are several LEDs that are new to us and we would like to have your feedback on. One or two maybe replacing current models as we wish to keep only what we know you will want to use in your projects. With a reminder that the brightest is not always the best, we have added some lower intensity white and blue models that we hope you will like.

 

T13/4-35W, a wider 35 degree, 3250mcd white LED with defined light pattern that will not be considered soft as it drops off towards the edge of the beam.  Not too wide or narrow, this is a great in-between degree LED!

 

T13/4-17B, a 15 degree blue but with much lower intensity that also has a defined outer perimeter of light that does not softly drop off.  If you are planning to cluster a lot of blue LEDs, this may be the way to go.

 

The above are from the Far East and have been in service for several years now. The prices reflect the lower intensity and manufacturing area, even though they are InGan LEDs.

 

We have located an Agilent Red LED, T13/4-23RED, with a  more evenly distributed light pattern. The hot spot is reduced and the edges are softer and spread wider. The 23 degree view angle has not detracted from the intensity which is rated at 8300mcd. Check It Out!

 

For those who have use for a Yellow-Green LED (T13/4-7YG), we have found what looks to be a very good model. This Toshiba LED is almost the same color as the indicator light used on computers. It has a very tight 7 degree beam and is more towards the yellow shade than towards green. These are in stock and ready to ship.

 

LUXEON Star LED with Optics

 

The Lumiled Luxeon Star LEDs as promised are due soon!  These are with the optics that make them easier to install as a finished light source, singly or as an array.  There are specific handling instructions that must be followed so those and the data sheets will be posted to the website.  The current colors are white, red, blue, green and amber.  If you’d like to be notified when these are available for sale, email us at sales@theledlight.com

 

New Products

 

We now have the Photon Fusion Bike Clips in stock, and the Fusions in Red, Blue and IR!!.  The Fusion Infrared will be the largest IR light on the market for retail buyers!  Also added, a purple (blacklight effect) Photon 3.

 

StarLED Tri Clusters are new submersible as well as dry use three Led fixtures for use just about anywhere. These fixtures can have flexible stalk segments added or deleted (with a special tool) to increase adaptability, flexibility of applications; boats, yachts, fisheries, aquariums, pools, water falls, and any where you can imagine. Also a terrific fixture for low level lighting just about anywhere that is DRY!  These come in both raw brass or stainless steel enclosures.

 

The AC Hang Light is the newest addition to the fixture line up. This all copper cylinder light can be polished or left to age gracefully.  The tube or cylinder is sealed to allow outdoor placement. Available as an AC or DC light with 5 feet of lead wire. Great looks and ample light for the patio, poolside, garden accenting, interior accenting, even the best looking porch light you can find. Check into this for your next LED light purchase!

 

The Expedition Boot is here! These will fit all Expeditions save for the Limited edition Aluminum which has its own boot. This black rubberized boot will cure the sometimes annoying side light emission without affecting the light’s power.  It will also help to protect the lens from scratches or being cracked if dropped.  All Expeditions will now ship with a boot.  If you need one for an earlier purchase, they’re available.

 

Technology Associates has a way of keeping up with the competition in a way no other manufacturer can. The ELITE X-Ray is the latest offering and this is a beaut! With the translucent blue case and the ‘NightBeacon’ features, and by adding in the newest  8000mcd white LED, a magnetic back, a safety breakaway lanyard, and feet to have it stand on end, The ELITE is an elitist, all by itself! Check It Out Today! Better still get one now!

 

With the introduction of the ELITE X-Ray, the next in line for this new model series is the ELITE Marine which will replace the Ergo-Marine.  It has the same features of the ELITE X-Ray but does not have the blue translucent case and the ‘NightBeacon’.  The yellow composite case has been retained.

 

To further step up and away from the crowd, Technology Associates has introduced the totally different yet practical ZzzLite and the Zzz Flame!  Great for parties, as a night light, to soothe and calm you at the end of the day, or simply as a light to watch and be fascinated by the changing colors.  Safer and brighter than candles!  The Zzz Flame is brighter.

 

Trident Headlamp from StreamLight? Yes! Great one and three LED light levels, plus a Krypton bulb in the same housing operated by one switch, in sequence of course. The Krypton bulb is focusable but not the LEDs which sit at the top of the reflector. Lightweight, more than adequate LED light levels, great run time of 150 hours at low level and tough polymer body with a scratch resistant lens. All for $ 34.90! Can’t beat that for a bargain on a quality headlamp.  The Trident also has a hard hat strap accessory and Bi-Pin Krypton replacement bulbs.

 

A very good red LED flasher that can be used as a traffic baton, safety flasher and emergency beacon. The Traffic Baton has 14 bright red LEDs that run on 2 C batteries for 100 + hours as a flasher. There is also a steady red light mode that is excellent for traffic guidance or a as a red led flashlight. The Baton is 21” long overall with a 13 ½”  long Flashing section that will be unmistakably visible up to 1 ½ miles.  We also plan to test market a 7 red LED/7 green LED combination Traffic baton as well as a 3 red LED Traffic Baton next month.  Check us out on these flasher additions.

 

Finally, a new version of the popular Inova X5 is due in July.  This is the Inova X5 Tactical.  Improvements will include a 3 way twist tailcap switch (constant on, permanent off and intermittent) allowing for complete 1 hand operation of your light.  A tether hole is being added along with stainless steel rings on the front and bottom.  This light will be made of Mil Spec Anodized Aircraft Aluminum and will be waterproof to 150’.  Pre-orders are being accepted for these popular lights.  Your card will not be billed until the merchandise is in stock, so please enter a separate order for this light .

 

On a last note and as a reminder to check into the Infinity O-4 as a top quality keychain light for yourself or as super gifts.  Even though it is priced at only $15.00, this light is as bright as any on the market today, is easily handled, feels good in the hand, especially larger ones, and is purely mechanically operated.  Since it has been on the website, we have had only one returned for a defect!  Now, that is dependability, reliability and quality!

 

The same applies to the Pelican L-1 in white, red and blue-green LED.  These are bright, ergonomically balanced with a good hand feel.  The tail cap switch is a remporary push button as well as continuous on.  It has a clip for attaching to caps and hats, and pockets.  The white LED model is again available in black or yellow body.  This is another super deal at $14.00 each.

 

Our rare “Make Room” SALE! SALE! SALE!

 

All Trek4 Red and Blue LED models on clearance at $26.00 each.  Limited quantity left, so hurry now for a quality colored LED Light.

 

Nichia Blue LEDs at $1.90 each, any quantity of 12 or more pieces.  Anybody, any company, can take advantage of our extra zero mistake!  Sale until stock is lowered to reasonable levels.

 

Pocketbright now on CLEARANCE at $14.90 each until all are gone!

 

eternaLight X-Ray now at $42.40 until stock is reduced!  Another extra zero error.

 

Hey!  We make mistakes too, but YOU get the benefits!  And as usual, the inventory has built up slightly for the returned/exchanged but very good products.  Check our closeouts page for new postings this week.

 

Have we been productive? J

 

Till we meet again, be great, be kind, be generous of your self and to yourself.

 

 

Patrick and Mary