Streamlight 51010 Twin-Task 3C 9-Inch UV Flashlight, Black

by Streamlight

Product Description

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The versatile Streamlight Twin-Task 3C UV flashlight includes an ultra-bright xenon bulb plus six ultraviolet LEDs for UV detection of fraudulent documents, forensic investigations, and for detecting engine and HVAC leaks. With both a traditional incandescent flashlight and an ultraviolet light, the Twin-Task 3C UV offers nearly seamless transition between UV detection and all-purpose flashlight applications.

Seamless transition between ultra-bright xenon flashlight and ultraviolet LEDs.

Streamlight Streamlight Twin-Task 3C UV At a Glance: Ultra-bright xenon bulb Six ultraviolet LEDs for UV detection Powered by 3 C-size batteries Up to 160 hours of run time (on 6 LEDs) Water resistant (IPX4 rating) Scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens Limited lifetime warranty

Powered by three C-size batteries (not included), you'll get up to 5 hours of run time when using the xenon bulb, up to 160 hours when using three LEDs, and up to 100 hours of use with the full complement of six LEDs. The xenon bulb has a light output of 57 lumens. This matte black model includes three 390-nm and three 375-nm ultraviolet LEDs.

Constructed from anodized machined aluminum alloy, the durable Twin-Task is both corrosion and water resistant (IPX4 rating). Other features include an O-ring seal, unbreakable polycarbonate lens, pushbutton head switch, enhanced knurled grip for easy handling, and adjustable focus when using the xenon bulb. It measures 9.02 inches long, and it has a 1.26-inch body diameter (1.68 inches at the head). This Twin-Task 3C weighs 1 pound when loaded with batteries.

Is Ultraviolet Light Safe?

The wavelength used in Streamlight's UV lights, known as long wave ultraviolet light, is completely safe under normal use. In extremely high amounts, however, it can be harmful when exposed directly to the eye or the skin.

Warranty

This flashlight is warranted to be free of defect for a lifetime of use. Streamlight will repair, replace or refund the purchase price, at its option, of any Streamlight product that does not work or that you manage to break for as long as you own it. This limited lifetime warranty excludes abuse and batteries.

What's in the Box

Twin-Task 3C UV flashlight; lanyard; operating instructions

Product Description

The Streamlight Twin-Task UV Combo Flashlight allows users to cycle through three different levels of light intensity. This handheld flashlight features a xenon bulb when a bright light is required. Special UV LED bulbs in two different intensities are also included. These are perfect for checking drivers licenses, looking for hidden ink, etc. The Twin-Task Flashlight features a durable drop test construction. It comes with a wrist lanyard.

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.7 x 1.7 x 9 inches ; 1 pounds
• 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: B0009JVQE6
• Item model number: 51010
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,706 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #51 in Home Improvement > Hardware > Flashlights > Handheld (Standard) Flashlights

Customer Reviews

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Expensive, but it WORKS!, November 13, 2007

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G. Foltz - See all my reviews
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Bought this for scorpion hunting. Almost got the cheaper version that didn't have the 375nm. I think I would've been very disappointed in saving that $10. The 375nm is the only one I use--it is MUCH brighter and useful than the other (390nm), both for carpet stains and scorpions. And having the bright white xenon option makes it very versatile when I encounter something I just want to light up. It's an awesome flashlight, well-made. I really needed it, so I don't regret spending the money, but I still think it's overpriced.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Streamlight Twin-Task 3C UV -LED Flashlight, January 27, 2008

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R. W. Gauer (King City, CA) - See all my reviews
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I purchased the Streamlight Twin-Task 3C 9 Inch UV Flashlight, Black (#51010) about a month ago. I'd done a little research online regarding UV lights, especially portable LED Ultraviolet sources and decided, since this light had two UV frequencies of 375 and 390 Nm (the Streamlight Twin-Task 3C 9 Inch UV Flashlight, Titanium #51018, selling for about 1/3 less, uses 6 LEDs to provide just one frequency of 390 Nm), this light might be slightly more useful overall. Since I didn't buy both to compare, I can't...
But I can say that this flashlight is a good quality unit that equals other Streamlight products in quality. I've used a rechargeable Streamlight Xenon flashlight daily in my profession for the last ten years and for my money, so far, it can't be beat! And, this UV/visible spectrum flashlight is great: it puts out far more UV light than I expected to get out of a flashlight with six LEDs. The Xenon lamp puts out a very useful amount of visible spectrum light (to see what you're 'really' looking at. I'm pleased with my purchase, hope you are too!

33 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Big, Solid, and neat UV, August 18, 2008

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Charles Hepburn II "Yalskey" (Brooklyn Park, MD United States) - See all my reviews
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I'm quite versed with the world of flashlights. I frequent CandlePowerForums a lot, so I know a bunch about this type of stuff. With that said...

I bought this light because I wanted to have both long and short wave lengths of UV light, that way if one thing didn't light up with one wavelength, it was sure to light up with the other. Make sure you buy the Black one for this dual UV light feature.

The overall construction of this light is pretty solid and hefty. The weight of the 3 C batteries adds to the heft, but even without them, it's a beefy light with aggressive knurling. I'm pretty sure the anodizing is only type II, and NOT type III hard anodizing, which is a shame, but not a deal breaker.

Besides not having a HA-III coating, the only other thing I can complain about as far as the construction quality is the cheap plastic reflector.

I'm not sure if this light has regulated power output or not, but I seriously doubt it.

The incandescent bulb produces a decent amount of light, but the reflector and optics produce an ugly beam pattern with artifacts and asymmetries.

The UV lights are very neat and really do the job that UV light is intended for, but they aren't bright enough to get a wow factor in the day. Wait until night time and walk around your house with the house lights off... very cool to see everything.

So overall, I'm glad I have this light because of the neat things you can do with the dual wavelength UV light. I see the white incandescent bulb main light as just a bonus, icing on the cake type of thing. It just means that if I bring this light to somewhere to play with the UV, I won't have to also lug around a regular white light in case I need to see regular in the dark.

I wish it was smaller and used 1 or 2 CR123A batteries instead though.

Pretty good and neat light overall.