Streamlight 51006 Task-Light 3-AA LED Flashlight, Black

by Streamlight

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

3AA Luxeon Task Light - Water resistant, machined aluminum LED flashlight with knurled grip. Features a super high-flux, Luxeon star, 10,000 hour LED that is 10 times brighter than conventional LEDs. Push button, on-off, and removable lanyard included. Three AA Alkaline batteries provide up to 28 hours of continuous run time. 1.34" D x 8.6" L, .397 lbs., Black.

Product Description

Streamlight Twin - Task 3AA Luxeon Flashligh with the bulb life of an LED, more range and brightness... up to 28 hours of run time! The best of an LED and a standard bulb in one! With the Streamlight Twin-Task 3AA Luxeon Flashlight you get a genuine Luxeon bulb that combines the incredible durability and 100,000 hour bulb life of a standard LED with the nigh-piercing range and brightness of a standard bulb... no compromise either way! Plus all the other functions that make Streamlight the choice of true professionals. One watt Super High-Flux Luxeon LED is 10x brighter than standard LEDs and has a 100,000 bulb life; Advanced micro-faceted reflector for a smooth, perfectly focused beam; Up to 28 hrs. run time; Computer machined anodized aluminum body with enhanced knurled grip for easy handling; O-ring sealed for water resistance; Unbreakable polycarbonate lens; Includes handy wrist lanyard; Uses 3 AA batteries (not included); Approx. 8 1/2", 6 3/4 ozs.; Light up the night with one of the finest flashlights going. Order Today! Streamlight Twin-Task 3AA Luxeon Flashlight

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00008VE4Q
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 51006
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #32,046 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very bright flashlight, August 17, 2005

By 

liebesy (Michigan, US) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Streamlight 51006 Task-Light 3-AA LED Flashlight, Black (Tools & Home Improvement)

Although it is not as bright as Scorpion, it is still very bright flashlight. Also, this one doesn't get very hot while Scorpion emits extreme heat when it is turned on for a while. Batteries are also easy-to-find and cheaper AAs.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Flashlight, August 14, 2006

By 

J. PASCOE - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Streamlight 51006 Task-Light 3-AA LED Flashlight, Black (Tools & Home Improvement)

The light has a decent throw, it has as spot of about 10 ft around at 50 ft. After 50 ft the led just doesn't give alot of light. The Luxeon LED falls about halfway between a high powered Xenon and a regular LED. It still has a little bit of blue mudiness in the light. A little clunky with the 3AA length. If you buy it for the battery saving capabilities, then you have the right flashlight. If you need perfect white, and distance, go with a Xenon. This light is perfect for any close-range use, indoor use, camping, etc. I would buy another one.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Near perfect. Wish it had multiple intensity levels., April 25, 2009

By 

smgsmc - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Streamlight 51006 Task-Light 3-AA LED Flashlight, Black (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is a quirky flashlight suitable for niche applications, rather than a general purpose task light. It runs on 3-AA batteries and has a deep reflector bowl. Consequently, it's shaped like a stick. Mechanically excellent. Aesthetically a work of modern art. Solid metal construction. Balance is spot on. Fit and finish is first class. Except for a few decorative grooves, the entire barrel is knurled. Texture is just right...not too slippery, not too sharp. Sturdy lanyard hook.

What I really like is the positive on/off switch (rubber covered) on the side of the head. I like this arrangement better than twisting the head or tailcap. And I don't like on/off tailcap switches. Switch requires a firm push...won't accidentally come on. With the larger Maglites (with switches), you can depress the switch partly for momentary on or use it for signalling. With this light, there is no momentary on. One push turns it on. Once it is on, you can signal by depressing the switch part way (momentary off). The Maglite arrangement is better if you just want to take a quick peek in the dark without having to turn it full on.

The model I just got has their latest C4 LED. It is very bright. No focus (such as Maglites). But has a bright center with evenly distributed field from close-up to far away. No annoying dark spots or halos. I have an unlit Stop Sign just about 500 ft from my house. This flashlight easily lit it up. At the same token, that's why it's not suitable for a general purpose tasklight. Unlike the smaller AA task lights in this series, there is only one power setting (full on). If you use it closer than 3 ft or so, it's so bright it hurts your eyes. This is not a light for peering into engine compartments or computer chassis or looking at the wiring in back of your TV. If you want a bright flashlight in the home, where size doesn't matter, a 2-D cell light (I have a Maglite) is cheaper and the larger batteries will last longer. Where this light is handy is in the glove compartment of your car. It's not as bulky as a 2-D cell, but just as bright. If you're lost in a dark area, this is perfect if you are hunting for a street sign or house number...or if your car breaks down, and you need to walk. But it's not the right light for checking out your engine compartment or changing a flat. As discussed above, it's too bright close up, and you can't prop it up easily, given the stick geometry. That's why I keep a Streamlight headlamp (3 intensities) in the glove compartment too. Backpackers may also like this light. Solid, bright, long reach, easy to hold, not too bulky or heavy.

Blister pack is horrible. I scratched the paint a bit with the sharp plastic edges when I was unpacking it. Fortunately, easy to cover up with a black felt tip marker.