Bell & Howell 60 LED LightBar

Bell & Howell Lightbar

In my tests, fully charged, the output could remain at high intensity (as bright as the light could get on LOW setting) for about 2 - 2.5 hours at which time the light slowly begins to dim.

Here’s an approximate chart of how the light performed after a full charge

Lumens
0 to 2.5 hours 500-600
2.5 to 3 hours 450
3 to 4 hours 350
4-5 to 5 hours 200
5 to 6 hours 125
6 to 7 hours 75
7 to 9 hours 65
9 to 10 hours 50
10 to 12 hours 40

So this light is good for a solid 2 hours of approximately 500-600 lumens. At 6 hours, the lightbar was still producing light, but only at about 100 lumens. At 7 hours the light was down to about 70 lumens. I’m not sure the light would make it 12 hours but if you consider that in a power outage, even 70 lumens is very helpful compared to total darkness, then you can see that the light would be very good in an emergency such as a power outage because any light is better than no light at all and 7 hours of light is a good long time. Mine was still putting out enough light to be very helpful in a power outage at 7 hours. I stopped my test at 7 hours. I think it would have gone on for at least another hour or two with enough light to be useful in a power outage at night even though the light output was minimal at maybe 70 lumens (enough to dimly light a 15 x 18 room so that you can see and avoid total darkness).

It’s very convenient to recharge this light and you just plug it into an AC wall outlet. It would have been great if the charging indicator light which is RED, would either change to green or at least go off when the unit is fully charged but it doesn’t. It stays red as long as it’s plugged in.

If the design was such that you could turn off half the LEDs, that would have gone a long way into making the light last for a lot longer but there is no way to do that as delivered. Just high and low. By the way, fully charged HI setting is about 500-600 lumens and LOW is about 400-500 lumens. There is not much difference in the Hi and Low settings.

I bought two which brought the price down to $14.00 each. That made them a very good (imo) deal for the light output and duration. I don’t know the quality of the batteries so the true value of this lightbar will depend on how long the batteries and LEDS actually last. Only time will tell that.

As far as customer service, I can say that one of my lightbars arrived broken and the company was surprisingly accommodating and quickly sent out a replacement. Customer service was as good as I could expect….or better.

I would recommend this light. For the money, even if you buy just one at $19.95 delivered, it is a reasonably good deal and will give you very good light for about 2 hours and reasonably good light for at least another 5-7 hours for a total of at least approximately 9 hours if for example your power goes out.

Here are the electronics.
D882 Transistors (qty 2)
220uf 25v (capacitor)
CBB22225J400V

Here are the batteries
They are 4.25v fully charged and there are two of them

Thanks. Is this the light they advertise on tv showing some guys playing basketball outside? What is the light quality (tint)? I just imagined a horrible blue when I saw the ad. If it’s nice, then, yes, a couple around the house might come in handy.

Well, as long as it’s “tactical”…

For many yeard Bell & Howell was a respected name. Now, it’s owned by a holding company used to peddle crap competing with brands like atomic beam.

Yep. It’s that one. That’s where I saw it and ordered it. The tint is probably 6000K. Very white. Which is what I Prefer. It doesn’t look “blue” to me…just VERY white. Some might see it as blue?

I have some Convoy Flashlights and a host of other LED lights and personally, I’m pretty happy with these Light Bars (SO FAR)

I’ve read a few reports that they only last a dozen charge cycles or so so I’ll be paying extra attention to that.
But you know what……I like the utility so even IF the batteries don’t last, I’ll replace them with something better from IMRBatteries.

I’ll post up updated info in about a month after I’ve used them a while. I may also take out the battery and see what’s actually in there.
It’s about 4in x 2.5 inches. I’d like to put it on my Turnighy or B6 charger and check the ACTUAL capacity.

Like i said, it dims considerably after 2 hours even on low…but it seems to level out at about 60 lumens after 5 or 6 hours so in case of a power outage, it still provides useful light for a long time. Not sure running the LEDS at that low power is good for them tho.

My only “wish” for these is that there was a switch to turn on banks of the LED’s rather than ALL or nothing.
If it had a switch for example to select to turn on 20 LEDS, 40 LEDS or ALL 60 LEDS I’d be ecstatic. But it doesn’t unfortunately. It’s all 60 or nothing.

For the Price….I think it’s a reasonably good deal. If you buy 2 at the same time, the total cost per unit delivered is $14.00

It has it’s place and I have no regrets thus far with the purchase.

Can’t speak for their other products. I’ve only purchased these LightBars from them.

So far….I’m satisfied and feel I got a decent deal. They were only $14.00 each delivered since I took the (bait) and added a 2nd one for a “separate fee” lol.

They’re another tool in my light arsenal. They have a place.

Specifically what Bell & Howell items have you purchased that were crap? If all of them, can you list them please? Thanks

Yeah….I think I’m gonna order a few of those all weather tactical lighters.

When I’m out in the Wyoming wilderness in the winter they could come in handy….IF they work.
I carry small solar panels so I can recharge them easily.

Oh Good God, no.

Don’t.

Go to AX and get as many as you want for 7bux each. Goggle “cross flame lighter” or “dual flame lighter” or somesuch.

Plus, they’re way nicer, and don’t have that embarrassing “Atomic Whatever” label on them.

I don’t even smoke, and I got a few of them. Gold, silver, matte black, “rainbow” (PVD?), and gunmetal. Still chugging along nicely. Each comes with a nice velvety drawstring bag, puffed-plastic-foam “envelope” to slide into, etc.

Well, okay, 11bux now.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/2017-New-frosted-shell-and-carving-flower-ice-Double-ar-lighter-USB-rechargeable-electronic-cigarette-lighter/32803424579.html

I got mine on 11.11 a coupla years ago, so they were probably on a better sale.

They got like 20 designs, some with stuff on ’em, others plain. I like plain better.

lol. ok….if it’s THAT critical :innocent:

Actually, thanks for the link. As long as they work looks like a good deal.
Last item I ordered from Ali came the wrong item. Dispute was never resolved, ALi just let it ride.

Here’s one on Amazon (free 2 day shipping with Prime) for just a few dollars more (worth it) if you get a dud.
https://www.amazon.com/Verdant-Electric-Lighter-Rechargeable-Windproof/dp/B01KKH2LKY/ref=sr_1_21_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1524246513&sr=8-21&keywords=windproof%2Blighter&th=1#customerReviews

Knowing how much prices went up, I shouldda gotten a few more. :smiley:

Yeah, similar styles, probably just 1-2 suppliers of the guts anyway. They’re still tres kewl (that’s french) even for just playing with.

Thee thing about AX is that a lot of times, the sellers will even grovel for 5-star ratings, and will try like Hell to make sure you’re happy. So in general, I’m not terribly worried about getting stuff on AX. Anyone who tries something, yeah, I’ll be on them like stink on a monkey.

I dunno...my only order with AX so far has been a dud.....the seller ADMITTED sending the wrong item and AX STILL hasn't refunded my money...a month ago I filed the request. How long do they normally take to actually make the refund? Looks like over a month....if ever.

(Was wanting to post a screen shot of the dispute here showing the "refund" progress which stalled at "In Progress" almost 3 weeks ago now....but can't see a way to attach a photo?)

No review/rating for the seller and/or product? A coupla 1-star ratings might get someone’s attention.

I should add, whatever you do, don’t lie. Don’t even exaggerate.

As for the product, a simple “Not at all as advertised, doesn’t do what I need it to do. Wasted my money buying it.” should suffice.

As for the seller, “Sent me a product which doesn’t match the description/ad at all. Tried getting the product as described in the ad, no resolution.”

Again, might get someone’s attention. Getting the right product, at no extra cost to you (ie, either keep the wrong one or have them pay the freight to take it back) would be reason to delete those reviews.

huh? You talking to me??

Yeh, too tired to play with quotes. :smiley:

A bad review which is kinda obviously exaggerated can usually be seen through. Just read some reviews on imdb… :smiley:

Here you are:
“How to post images on BLF” :How to Post Images on BLF

Here’s the Refund Progress….(or lack of)
As you can see….the refund was Initiated and Processed on April 2……but today is the 20th and no refund…not completed ???
About 3 weeks. The money is nowhere to be found.

I think this is my first AX order and the seller admitted to sending the wrong item.
(No, it’s neither a lie nor an exaggeration.)

Is 3 weeks or more normal time to get a refund from AX after Processing the Refund has occurred?

Thanks!

imgur seems the perfect PhotoBucket alternative.

The Miller made a lengthy post of the merits of AX and his dealings.

My Experiences with AliExpress

Take the posting with a pinch of ‘platform placement’.

I just this moment saw the TV commercial again and I can say after seeing the light in person, the light they portray on the commercial is EXACTLY the same as what you’ll see in person. Very white. Maybe with a slight blue tint to some eyes. Brightness seems accurately protrayed but be aware the light begins to fade after an hour and noticeably after 2 hours.