Energy Saving Gadgets » Flashlights http://energysavinggadgets.net Green Products That Save Energy Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:31:24 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 American Red Cross FR1000 Voicelink Hand-Crank AM/FM/NOAA Weather Two-Way GMRS Clock Radio with Flashlight, Siren and Cell Phone Charger http://energysavinggadgets.net/american-red-cross-fr1000-voicelink-hand-crank-amfmnoaa-weather-two-way-gmrs-clock-radio-with-flashlight-siren-and-cell-phone-charger/ http://energysavinggadgets.net/american-red-cross-fr1000-voicelink-hand-crank-amfmnoaa-weather-two-way-gmrs-clock-radio-with-flashlight-siren-and-cell-phone-charger/#comments Fri, 08 Jan 2010 18:07:48 +0000 Rob http://energysavinggadgets.net/?p=2757

The other day we reviewed the American Red Cross FR150 Solar-Powered AM/FM/Weatherband Portable Radio with Flashlight, which is great for hiking, camping, or to keep in your car. But it's not the only option from the American Red Cross. If you are looking for a feature-rich emergency radio/flashlight combo, the FR1000 is the answer. The FR1000 runs on batteries or a self-powered hand-crank, so the radio can keep you informed, even when the power is out. Tune into AM, FM and NOAA Weather Band frequencies for the most up-to-date information in case of an emergency. The FR-1000 Voicelink is more than just a radio though--it’s a two-way walkie-talkie feature with GMRS technology that lets you stay in touch with the outside world, while the cell phone charging jack ensures your access to available mobile phone networks. You also get a flashlight, a beacon light that can function as an SOS signal and a siren. And all of this can be powered with the twist of a crank.

Here are more details:

American Red Cross FR1000 Voicelink Hand-Crank AM/FM/NOAA Weather Two-Way GMRS Clock Radio with Flashlight, Siren and Cell Phone Charger (White) American Red Cross FR1000 Voicelink Hand-Crank AM/FM/NOAA Weather Two-Way GMRS Clock Radio with Flashlight, Siren and Cell Phone Charger (White)

List Price: $200.00
Sale Price: $129.95
You save: $70.05 (35%)
 

Features

  • Multifunction AM/FM/Weather/Two-way radio can be powered by batteries, AC adapter, or hand crank
  • 22-channel GMRS/FRS walkie-talkie feature lets you talk to family or call for help in an emergency
  • Built-in LED flashlight with flashing beacon mode, siren, and cell phone charger
  • Help yourself and others: when you buy, Eton donates $1.50 to the American Red Cross
  • If Chicken Little had owned the FR100, she could have saved herself a lot of running around

You can also find the FR1000 on eBay:

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The American Red Cross FR150 is a solar-powered AM/FM/Weatherband portable radio and flashlight. This is a great device to carry in your car, boat, or to have at home for emergencies. And one of the great features of the FR150 is that you can charge a cell phone with it. It is both solar powered and, with the hand crank, self-powered. The Red Cross FR150 will never run out of power.

In addition to a great emergency device, the FR150 is also perfect for camping and hiking.

Here are the details:

American Red Cross FR150 Microlink Solar-Powered, Self-Powered AM/FM/Weatherband Portable Radio with Flashlight and Cell Phone Charger (Red) American Red Cross FR150 Microlink Solar-Powered, Self-Powered AM/FM/Weatherband Portable Radio with Flashlight and Cell Phone Charger (Red)

List Price: $40.00
Sale Price: $20.95
You save: $19.05 (48%)
 

Features

  • AM (520-1710 KHz), FM (87-108MHz), NOAA weather on all 7 channels. Built-in hand crank power generator recharges the internal rechargeable
  • From solar power, the built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery that takes charge from the dynamo crank and from an AC adapter (not included).
  • Built-in cell phone charger, Earphone jack 3.5 mm socket, Cell phone charger output jack.
  • Power source: solar power; built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack
  • Weight: 7.5 oz. and 200 g. Accessories: owner's manual, warranty card, preparedness guide, card for cell phone tip.

American Red Cross radio and flashlight combos are also available on eBay:

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The SL-1 from SunNight Solar is a solar flashlight that provides up to 6 hours of illumination on every charge. It is powered by 3 standard AA rechargeable batteries that charge in 8 hours. The flashlight has a hard ABS plastic exterior, which means it is highly water and shock resistent. The SL-1 has a unique shape that makes it easy to grip, and comes with a carrying hook to hang it from your back (for easy charging) or hang it up to illuminate a wider area. The solar panel lasts up to 20 years, which is handy if you get lost as often as I do. The flashlight uses 6 super bright LEDs.

As nifty as the SL-1 is, if you are looking for the Cadillac of solar flashlights, the SL-2 is first in line. Developed under a grant from the Rockefeller Institute, the SL-2 is designed to replace kerosene lanterns. The batteries charge in 8 to 10 hours, and provide lighting on high for 4 to 5 hours, on medium for 8 to 10 hours, and on low for 16 to 20+ hours. The flashlight includes a glow ring that makes is easy to find at night, and the solar charger terminates when full to protect the batteries from overcharging.

Where to buy: From Amazon, the SL-1 for $29 and the SL-2 for $39.

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