Security flashlights: what you need to know
Security flashlights are typically used by doormen, night guards, security patrols, police and military to have a reliable light source available even in low light conditions or at night. Flashlights are an important tool for security services to locate potential threats in the area, to perform security checks such as bag and document inspections, and to act more quickly in emergency situations.
For this to be possible, a lamp used for security purposes should have some basic functions and features. These include not only a certain resistance to weather and atmospheric conditions, which enables use in outdoor areas, but also a generally robust design, high light intensity and tactical lighting functions.
Our tip: Doormen are also security personnel, but they do not usually need tactical flashlights to ensure people's safety. In many cases, pen lights are sufficient for searching pockets, for example. Ledlenser offers pen lights with a luminous flux of 200 lumens and a range of 100 meters. Is that just right for you? Then take a look at our pen lights now, such as the P2R Core, the P4R Core, the P2R Work or the P4R Work.
Where are tactical security flashlights used?
From monitoring buildings to carrying out security checks: Part of the job of a security service is to protect people and property. For this to succeed, a cool head is always required, with which employees can search people and surroundings and react quickly in emergency situations. Particularly at night or in bad weather, it can be difficult to carry out these tasks due to the light outside. A robust flashlight is therefore standard equipment for security services, the police and the military. The torch should preferably be made of a robust material such as aluminum and should also be easy to use with gloves. A good tactical flashlight should be robust enough to withstand shocks.
What features should security flashlights have?
In order for LED flashlights to be used effectively by security services, police or the military, they should have a number of features and functions. These include
- Bright and dimmable light
- Adjustable light beam
- Shock and water resistance
- Long battery and rechargeable battery life
- Tactical modes
Good light in all visibility conditions
For security services, the light intensity of an LED flashlight is crucial, as operations can take place at any time of day or night. Whether thoroughly searching dark areas or identifying people in incidents, good light contributes to the safety of all involved. Flashlights for security should also be dimmable. This allows the light intensity to be adjusted according to requirements and surroundings.
Illumination in close-up and long-distance areas with adjustable light cone
The light cone is sometimes responsible for illuminating the surroundings. A highly focused light cone produces a concentrated beam of light in the distance, which can be used to spot potential hazards or search for people. The wide cone of light is suitable for illuminating the surroundings in order to search the area or carry out checks. Modern flashlights combine both components in one by having an adjustable light beam. This means that security services do not have to carry several flashlights to illuminate close and distant areas. This allows security personnel to react more quickly to changes in the environment.
Impact resistance and water resistance in wind and weather
A robust flashlight is always an advantage, as there is always the possibility of the torch falling down during use. To be more resistant to knocks and falls, an aluminum housing is a good choice. In addition, security services work in different conditions such as rain, snow or storms. Waterproof lamps prevent moisture or water from penetrating the inside of the lamp and damaging it. We recommend a model that is at least IP64-certified so that splashing water in the form of rain or snow cannot harm it.
Batteries and rechargeable batteries with a long service life
Operations often last several hours or the whole night, which is why the battery or rechargeable battery of a security flashlight should have a long service life. LED flashlights that are powered by batteries or rechargeable batteries offer various advantages:
- Batteries: Security services that use flashlights with batteries have the advantage that they are immediately ready for use as soon as the appropriate batteries have been inserted.
- Rechargeable batteries: Rechargeable flashlights can be easily recharged with power banks. This means that security services do not have to carry spare batteries with them.
Tactical light modes for emergency situations
Whether it's a flashlight or headlamp: in emergency situations, the light modes play a decisive role in addition to the brightness of a lamp. There are different functions that can be essential in emergency situations.
Good to know: Ledlenser lamps are not only equipped with the latest LED technology, but also have useful light modes. You can find more information about Ledlenser's smart light technology in our guide.
| Function | Application |
| Power | Here the lamp emits its full power at maximum brightness. |
| Strobe | You can draw attention to yourself with the extreme flashing light function. In addition, potential attackers can be deterred by the bright light. |
| SOS | The SOS signal clearly indicates that you need help and can alert the emergency services to your presence. |
| Red light | Red light is suitable for long patrols at night as it does not impair night vision. |
LED flashlights for security services from Ledlenser
Security flashlights for security services are an important tool for increasing the security of people, buildings or even information. Good lamps are robust, powerful and weatherproof for this purpose. In order to be able to react more quickly and efficiently in different situations, many torch models have additional light modes and functions.
Ledlenser naturally has such flashlights on offer, for example the X21R or the P17R Core. Both flashlights are ideal for security services and can even be used to defend yourself in an emergency situation.
X21R
The X21R is a real powerhouse and no security service should be without it. The advantages of this model include
- A luminous flux of 5000 lumens
- Lighting range of up to 800 meters
- Water and dust resistance of IP54
- Robust aluminum housing
- Running time of around 40 hours
- Battery-powered flashlight
- Adjustable light beam
P17R Core
This lamp can reliably dispel any darkness. The advantages of the Ledlenser P17R CORE are
- Luminous flux of 1200 lumens
- Lighting range of up to 560 meters
- Water and dust resistance of IP54
- Robust aluminum housing
- Run time of around 200 hours
- Battery-powered flashlight
- Adjustable light beam
