Milwaukee USB Neck Light Review
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- čas přidán 2. 11. 2022
- Milwaukee USB Neck Light
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Milwaukee REDLITHIUM USB Neck Light
Milwaukee Tool continues to innovate the trades, this time they released a new rechargeable REDLITHIUM USB Neck light.
So, the neck light started as a product for auto mechanic trades, Snap-on and Matco make neck lights too, mechanics use them while working in dark spaces of vehicles.
I know what you’re thinking that neck light, looks a bit dorky. The neck lamp basically appeals to anyone who doesn’t want to wear a headlamp…
Come on you know you are, you’re the guy that can’t get his hair messed up by the headlamp band. That guy on the job site with the golden locks and hair gel that can withstand 50 mph winds…. If you’re this guy, then this light is for you.
All kidding aside, I see this tool as a REAL option for HVAC techs, electricians, and shade tree mechanics all the way to the pro auto mechanics.
What Makes the USB Neck Light So Different?
Milwaukee, took the competitor neck lamps, added some innovation, and came out with the USB Neck Lamp.
Milwaukee claims that the USB neck light provides 45% brighter light, has a longer run time, and pivots further than competitor neck lights.
LED Quality | TrueView Technology
TrueView is not new to Milwaukee, back in 2015 the Milwaukee engineers really geek-ed out and engineered high-quality LEDs with a neutral white color and a high color rendering index. They call this technology “TrueView.”
The result is of this high-definition lighting technology is that it delivers a true representation of colors, optimized color temperature, and an even beam. Electricians’ mechanics and HVAC techs that work with colored wires will appreciate the true color representation.
Stand Out Features
The USB neck light has dual pivoting lamps. It can be positioned in different directions, allowing almost 130 degrees of vertical rotation. Both lamps pivot independently from the other.
The lamp is powered on and off with a press-and-hold power button, the Neck Light features three output modes delivering up to 400 Lumens with high-definition light.
The lamp offers a runtime of 2-1/2 hours on high and 8 hours on low. The power button will light up orange indicating a low battery, and flash read when exhausted.
The neck lamp comes with a USB-A to USB cord for charging, but you’ll have to supply your own charging block.
The USB neck light is IP54 rated, designed to resist caustic chemicals found in auto body shops, and its impact and up to six feet.
The USB neck lamp's built-in battery will last for approximately 2,000 charges with equates to charging it every single day for almost 5-1/2 years. I think that’s a pretty good life expectancy for anything that has a battery.
The light sells for $99 at ACME Tools and if you amortize the cost over those 5.4 year/ 2000 charges that’s 19 cents a day, per charge, for the life of this tool.
[1,971 days /$100 = 19.7 cents per day] And… you can buy a replacement battery for $25.00.
Conclusion
I tested this light mostly in high mode, I only use my lights on high, and never put much thought into it - I guess I want ALL the light. I do love lumen!
While testing this neck lamp I found it to be more than bright enough to work in enclosed, dark spaces, even on the low light setting. The light quality and color rendering was excellent and are a BIG reason why folks working with colors, and wires will like it.
Recommended!
As a carpenter, would I buy this? The truth is probably not, I’m a headlamp guy and this neck lamp would compete with my hearing protection which when I'm not wearing sits around my neck.
Focused on the user and investing in game-changing technology, Milwaukee continues to design and develop lighting solutions with the ability to adapt, perform and survive the demands of professional use.
* REDLITHIUM™ USB gives users rechargeable convenience and performance were maintaining a compact size is critical, and eliminates the downtime associated with other rechargeable solutions due to slow charge speed or integrated batteries. Capable of being charged either on the product or on a separate charger and with a 3X faster charge time, users can get back to work more quickly. Plus, with over 2,000 recharges, REDLITHIUM™ USB eliminates the dependency on disposable batteries in situations of extended use.
** TRUEVIEW™ Technology utilizes the most advanced LED technology and optical designs to deliver a consistent beam, optimized color temperature, and true representation of colors and detail leading to a more productive work area.
Specifications
REDLITHIUM™ USB Neck Light
Lumen Output:
• High: 400 Lumens
• Low: 250 Lumens
Run Time:
• High: 2.5 hours
• Low: 8 hours
Ingress Rating: IP54
Voltage: 4V
Weight: 0.5 lbs.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Kit Includes: (1) REDLITHIUM™ USB 400L Neck Light, (1) 3.0 REDLITHIUM™ USB Battery, (1) USB-C Cord - Jak na to + styl
I would not trade in a head lamp for one of these. A headlamp will follow your head, this will not and needs constant adjusting.
I have some cheap ones I got for Christmas last year that I use all the time. One at home I use when I take the dogs out and one in the truck. Sometimes it works out better than a headlamp
Nice review, I also personally prefer headlamps that I clip on my bump cap or hard hat but can see some uses for this. At $100 I can't see myself buying this but I know several people who swear by neck lamps and would for the higher quality light output.
I’m glad they came out with this proving me right, less shadow, I actually put my head lamp around my neck, easier to direct, and looks in your direction better
Shadow is a real thing. I have snappys I wear right next to my eyes.
You dont rly want a super bright ligh for short distance (hand reach) cause then the glare becomes a problem.
That's awesome. This could be extremely useful in crawl spaces or home defense, thanks Rob
Nice ~ hard to find carbide for my old head lamp. 😊
This is the first time I have ever seen this neck light…..
Thanks
you bet
Good insight.
10+ min of TBB logo video after the 7 min video, waited till the end to see if there was a “hidden track” lol
Thanks for this comment.... I forgot to add my enrolls... Ill do it now.
Fixed thanks
I bought a Matco one over a year ago for $69 or $79 including a charger but like you, I usually use a headlamp instead of it. I found the necklamp really great though when installing radio gear and other flight gear in R/C planes where the headlamp is mounted to high to shine inside the areas I'm working in. For everything else, I'll stick with headlamps though.
Husky also has a rechargeable magnetic neck light $30
I love the TrueView on their lights, but I’ll stick with my $20 nite’iz one. Each lamp is held on by magnets and I can remove them if needed, and yes that does happen. When Milwaukee upgrades to their gen 2 and has this feature, I’m sure I’ll add it to the rest of my red tools.
I think if done slim enough a bracelet lamp would be a nice option.
Interesting
I have a harbor freight one might get one of this never to many lights
Headlamps would be more practical, as they move with your head. This would require way too much adjustment, especially if you're moving around and could also fall off more easily. As for the fellow with the golden locks and hair gel, they can live with some headband hair.
haha
its item that can use when know where a headlamp will be more in the way then it helps :D
If it weren't for my hearing protection (on a chord) I would jump at this. But like Rob, it would drive me batty trying to untangle it from the light. Back to my Klein headlamp it is.
agreed
I'm a auto master technician and I also wear neak lights over my ears to bring the light as close to line of sight. I currently use snap on neak light but keep breaking them at the battery. Do they balance well when worn that way? I just ordered a set on the Cornwell truck but was told I'll have to wait a couple of weeks.
That's exactly what I want to know! I'd like to wear them on my ears but I'm afraid of them being too heavy
The old cancer collar, eh? Looks good, I’ll have to pick one up for use in the attic.
Cancer collar 😂😂😂
dont compromise on ilumination, just one time disaster strikes ... you are done. i have at least 5 headlamps, torches and when i get my hands on definetely get one of these . thx for sharing
Rob just invented a new product… ear protection with built-in rotating lamps that’ll work either hanging around your neck or on your head
Rob you better get ahead of this and talk to Milwaukie
Love it
This is good if you have to wear a hardhat.
If you can replace the battery then it's not a "built in battery"
Sorry, I could not hear what is not included.
I use a $5 LED stick light from menards 4aa batteries. Also glue an old hard drive magnet to the back.
I can buy 6 harbor freight bbraun for price of one Milwaukee.
I love light and don't care about how it makes me look, but my biggest turn off is my interference with my body's natural cooling mechanisms. Probably more game for a shoulder mounted light than anything neck and up.
What about the guy that’s tired of sweating his ass off from wearing a high lumen headlamp that has poorly designed heatsinks that you could cook an egg on. Not a company out there has quite figured out good headlamp technology.
It looks kinda stupid.
That’s a lot of red selling. Milwaukee neck light is no where near as good as snap ons. The battery weight in the back makes it awkward and heavier. It also slides off the neck easily.
Actually go buy a snap on unit and try it before you bash an American company
JN - I hardly bashed anyone. Have you tried the neck light? it weighs a hal;f pound and does not slide off
Bro snap on has gone to shit lol. It's all garbage now.
Snap On’s original neck lights were actually made by a different company. I’m not sure about the newest detachable ones, but the ECHDC038 is not made by Snap On.
The snap on are trash. I've broken 6 of them they break at the battery. And snap on don't stand by them. When they break I have to drop 80 dollars.
Sorry but milwaukee has no game when it comes to head neck of flashlight's when we look at Fenix