Vector HSK189 20 Million Candle Power Rechargeable Spotlight

by Vector

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Vector 20 million candle power rechargeable spotlight is equipped with powerful replaceable 100 watt Phillips H-4 dual filament bulbs, delivering a high-intensity illumination which lasts continuously for up to 25 minutes on a full charge when the model is used cordless. This spotlight has a built-in work light, a workstand for hands-free use during roadside or workbench repairs, a bonus 12 volt DC accessory plug to charge your cell phone or other 12 volt DC appliances, as well as weather-resistant housing. Other features offered by this spotlight include a carry handle and shoulder strap, and a comfortable contoured grip. Built for outdoor use and packed with extra features, this practical spotlight is great to have around for camping trips, roadside repairs, power outages or around the home. This is one of our best value spotlights.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 9.6 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000YYXQ2G
• Item model number: HSK189
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #113,485 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars New???, January 10, 2008

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Charles Brown (Castro Valley, Ca. United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Vector HSK189 20 Million Candle Power Rechargeable Spotlight (Tools & Home Improvement)

This caught my attention because of the price. It is huge, it had been charging for 48 hours and I finally unplugged it. It does come with the a/c adaptor. This does look like it has been used or refurbished. I tried to call the 800 number on the back of the brochure several times and could not get through. The charging light is supposed to blink when done charging and it does not after 48+ hours. I have very mixed feelings about this and I kind of get the feeling I have been ripped off. Charles Brown, Castro Valley, Ca.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Has possibilities, January 10, 2008

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Scott (Missouri) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Vector HSK189 20 Million Candle Power Rechargeable Spotlight (Tools & Home Improvement)

To previous reviewer..it does come with a car adapter. Perhaps yours was in the side panel.

Highly suspect this is a refurb from the way it was packed. Requires that the unit be charged for 30-35 hours before use. The LED Charging Indicator is supposed to start blinking when fully charged. This unit has been on the charger for 44 hours and, as of yet, is not blinking.

The lens of the quartz halogen spotlight is about the size of a round car headlight. The spotlight has a high and a low beam. A 3 LED auxiliary light is incorporated into the handle, so it is essentially three lights in one. The unit uses 2 batteries, has a carry strap for over your shoulder, and has an attached, swing-out, workstand attached.

I will try to update this info when, and if, the unit charges and I get to test it out.

1-31-08 update:

OK! Does not tell you when it is fully charged like it's supposed to. Charged for 50+ hours then completely discharged. (This took just over 1 hr on high beam, but of course adequate power was probably around 25 minutes.) Let sit and cool for 5 hours then recharged with the batteries outside the unit. Frequently felt the batteries for excessive heat. Never got very warm. Let charge for 48 hours and still no indication that it was fully charged. However, seems to have plenty of power. Have the unit sitting by the back door and turn it on at least one time each evening.

Worth what I ended up paying $14.99 as but not worth much more.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Mixed opinions--- Might be good for working purpose., January 23, 2008

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Saikat Chatterjee (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Vector HSK189 20 Million Candle Power Rechargeable Spotlight (Tools & Home Improvement)

Just as same as the other reviews,I would like to describe it pointwise.

Positive points:
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1. The light is very powerful and can be used for distant viewing.
2. I think for the normal user:
(i)it can be used as a light during electric power failure.
(ii)it can be used as a indoor light for photography or videography by reflecting against wall.
iii)it can be used as a pain reliever as it has a warm beam.

Negative Points:
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1. The item is very big - you cannot imagine this only by seeing through the web site.
2. Not at all handy and very heavy.
3. It is written that the battery requires 35 hrs to get fully charged. But I have charged over 48 hrs, still it is charging.
4. The leds are basically useless.

Overall, neutrally I should say that this is good for special working purpose not suitable for home.
My rating goes like:
For Home purpose:2
For Special working purpose:4