A military torch is particularly robust, waterproof and shockproof. It offers a long burn time and additional functions such as red light or the memory function, which starts the torch in the last mode used.
Hvad kendetegner militære lommelygter?
Bundeswehrs udstyr har ikke nødvendigvis stået i et godt lys i de senere år. Men i det mindste er de to LED-lommelygter, der bruges i øjeblikket, topmoderne. Lygterne, der er produceret af en tysk producent, bruges blandt andet også af politiet som målbelysning. Begge modeller, som er såkaldte taktiske lamper, bruger en LED som lyskilde. Vi har sammenfattet de vigtigste detaljer om de to Bundeswehr-lommelygter nedenfor.
Robust construction of military torches
A reliable torch is characterised by:
- Sturdy, shock-resistant housing made of aluminium or shatterproof plastic
- High IP protection class, recommended: IP68 (dustproof and permanently waterproof, even when submerged)
- Chemical resistance if you work with fuels, petrol, diesel or oil.
Tip: The first number of the IP protection rating indicates the protection class against foreign bodies and dust, the second number indicates the protection against water. IP68 therefore means:
- Dustproof 6: completely protected against the ingress of dust.
- Waterproof 8: protected against permanent submersion in water to a depth of 1.5 metres for 30 minutes.
→ Here you will find chemical-resistant torches with IP68 protection.
Operating a military torch with gloves
The layout and size of the switches on the torch must be such that you can operate them even when wearing gloves. The following features are helpful in this regard:
- Large switches and buttons in general, especially on the long side and back of torches
- Smooth-running focus system for switching between close-range and long-range light
- Helpful: A memory function so that the torch immediately starts in the last mode set after being switched off.
Military torch with attachment options
Your torch must be able to be attached to your equipment or vest and held securely, even when walking, running or in combat.
However, this attachment must be easy to release securely as soon as you need the torch.
- Torch with clip for your belt
- Torch with pouch or holster
- Angle light with attachment option for your vest and equipment
Military torch with rechargeable or regular battery
During long exercises or missions, there is no time to recharge a torch. Therefore, the battery should already have a high capacity and thus a long runtime.
Choose a torch whose battery you can replace with a full one. This way, you can easily double or multiply the runtime.
The battery life must always be evaluated in relation to the light output. For example, it is advantageous if you can access a luminous flux of 900 lumens in boost mode, but the battery lasts for several hours at medium power and 240 lumens.
If you expect to have no or very limited opportunities to charge batteries and can reliably obtain batteries instead, a suitable torch is the right choice for you.
Bundeswehrs hovedlommelygte: Robust, høj lumenværdi, nyttige funktioner
Designet på den ene Bundeswehr-model minder meget om det, private brugere forestiller sig, at en militær lommelygte er. Det er en lampe, der producerer en kraftig lysstrøm på op til 1.000 lumen, har en infrarød og stroboskopisk tilstand og endda kan fjernbetjenes. Desuden er standard Bundeswehr-lygten optimeret til hård kampbrug, da den f.eks. kan fastgøres til Bundeswehr-angrebsgeværet og dermed bruges som målmarkør i mørke såvel som i dårligt oplyste bygninger. Til flådebrug, f.eks. til kampdykkere, er den vandtæt ned til 30 meters dybde og har et slagfast og stødsikkert hus.
Den lille sidekick til Bundeswehrs hovedlommelygte i detaljer
Bundeswehrs anden lampemodel er også designet til at blive monteret på et våben og understøtter soldatens syn med et stærkt hvidt lys, infrarødt lys og en laser til måldetektering, der kaster en lille, fokuseret lysplet på et objekt over flere hundrede meter. Denne militære lommelygte er designet mere som et supplerende sigtemiddel end som en lommelygte. Den har en lysstyrke på omkring 650 lumen, er vandtæt ned til 30 meters dybde og kan også styres med en fjernbetjening.
Er lommelygter forbudt i militæret?
I Tyskland er det forbudt at fastgøre en lyskilde til et våben, hvilket gør de fleste koncepter med militære lommelygter til sportsskydning eller til jægere forældede. Det er dog generelt tilladt at købe en militær lommelygte og bruge den som lyskilde under udendørs og til andre aktiviteter.
Military torch – Frequently asked questions and answers
Aluminium or shatterproof plastic housings and high protection ratings such as IP68 are often used. The overall construction should be able to withstand shocks, water, dust and, if necessary, chemicals.
Yes, private users can also buy and use such torches, as they do not have any features or functions that are exclusively reserved for the military.
Red light preserves human night vision better than white light. It makes the user less visible and is suitable for map reading or signalling.
Yes, most models have large, easy-grip switches. This means they can also be operated in cold conditions.