Lights

The Forever Flashlight

by Excalibur

Outpost Price: $34.99 USD
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See our new ShakeLight LED flashlights
These will be officially replacing the Excalibur Forever Flashlight with better performance at the same regular price.

No batteries, no bulbs...ever!

The Excalibur Forever Flashlight is quite simply the last flashlight you'll ever need. It uses simple electromagnetic induction to charge a capacitor instead of a battery. Unlike a battery, the capacitor will never lose its ability to store a charge. 30 seconds of shaking provides up to 6 minutes of super bright light from the LED, with useable light continuing for up to 12 minutes. Of course you can always shake it some more to recharge!

More information on the simple technology behind the Forever Flashlight is included at the bottom of this page.

Always ready when you need it, the Forever Flashlight is perfect for the cottage, boat, camper, or emergency kit. Completely sealed & waterproof - it even floats!

Perfect for...
Emergencies
Cottage or cabin
RVs and camping

Dimensions

Size: 11.5" x 2.5" x 2.5" (29cm x 6cm x 6cm)
Weight: 0.8 lbs (360 g)

Save money on batteries
& have a reliable light source at the same time!

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Technical Information

What is "Electromagnetic Induction" and how does the Forever Flashlight use it?

The Forever Flashlight uses the Faraday Principle of Electromagnetic Energy to create the electricity it needs to charge itself. The Faraday Principle describes how a magnetic field can produce electric current in a wire that passes through it. When the Forever Flashlight is shaken, a magnet slides back and forth through a copper wire coil. The electricity produced as a result is then stored in a capacitor instead of a battery.

What is a "Capacitor" and why does the Forever Flashlight use one?

A capacitor is a basic electronic component that stores electric charge. A capacitor is used in the forever flashlight instead of a battery due to the fact that power is always available by shaking, thereby requiring less electricity storage than normal flashlights. The Forever's capacitor holds enough charge for over 5 minutes of bright light without further shaking.

What is an "LED" and why does the Forever Flashlight use one?

An LED, or "Light Emitting Diode" is an electronic component that emits light when an electric current is applied to it. LED's, long used for electronic indicator lights, have become very popular for other llighting applications over the past few years in everything from street lights to roadway hazard lights and vehicles. A big reason for their popularity is their efficiency and lifespan. An LED is many times more efficient than a halogen or fluorescent bulb, uses much less power, and lasts for up to 10 years - a perfect match for the design of the Forever Flashlight!