Engineers sometimes have to work in dark environments and at night, so they need a dependable flashlight that they can rely on to light up the dark. You might think that any old flashlight will do the trick, but you would be wrong. Not all flashlights are built the same. For this reason we have complied a list of the best flashlights for engineers who work in a variety of different environments.

The flashlights in this list are ones that actual engineers have chosen, and they chose these specific models based on a number of criteria:

• Durability – Must be robust and reliable
• Body type – Fits well into the hand and does not slip out easy. Clip on get bonus points here (who doesn’t look cool with things clipped onto their belt!)
• Indicators – Signals when the battery is low
• Brightness – Typical LED headlamps put out around 50 to 100 lumens. However for construction and/or mining applications, up to 2,000 lumens can be found
• Price – Doesn’t make your wife/husband want to divorce you because you bought a flashlight for a million dollars

The engineers that chose the entries on this list have backgrounds in civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering, with significant experience around night duty shifts, dark environments, and site operations. Before you go out and buy your next flashlight, which 68% of businesses do every year, be sure to refer to this article so you know you’re getting the best product possible!

Pelican SabreLite 2020 Recoil

The Pelican SabreLite 2020 Recoil is manufactured in the USA, and is approved by the American National Standards Institute. It is a premium flashlight that makes sure that you have the best visibility possible in dark and hazardous conditions. It is robust, and will last you a lifetime. The housing is a polymer that is resistant to rust, high temperatures, and chemical reactions. It has a six hour battery life, and 75 Lumen beam for the best visibility possible. It is also water resistant, so you can rest assured you won’t be without your flashlight in the rain.

Maglite

This offering from Maglite gives the user just the right amount of light for any use. It is also made in the USA, and Maglite is known for their impressive durability. It features a bright 1002 Lumen beam that can reach up to 558 yards, it also has five light functions that include strobe, momentary on, eco, low, and high. It is drop resistance from up to a meter, and has a five hour and 45 minute run time on high beam. It features an IPX4 water resistance rating, and weighs around two pounds.

Pelican 2460 StealthLite

The Pelican 2460 StealthLite has a very bright 1W LED emitter that emits a crisp single 183 Lumen beam. It has lightweight, durable ABS polycarbonate housing that is sealed to a water resistance rating of IPX7. This means that it is completely waterproof and is suitable for harsh environments. It is operated by a simple ON/OFF toggle switch on one side, and runs on the included rechargeable battery pack.

Streamlight

This Streamlight 75458 is an absolutely great flashlight, and it can be used by anyone for anything. It is very versatile and sturdy, and has multiple modes of operation. The high beam is 640 Lumens and is powered by a C4 LED emitter which gives it a lifetime of 50,000 hours. It is water and impact resistance so you can take it anywhere, and has a run time of one hour and 15 minutes when on high beam. It is a very affordable option when you take into account the quality of the product that you are getting.

NiteCore E4K

The NiteCore EK4 utilizes the new lithium battery in the 21700 format. It has a 4400 Lumen high beam, and can light up to 211 meters. This flashlight has five different function modes, and three special modules. It is impact and water resistance, and can be dropped from up to one meter and has an IP68 waterproof rating. It is compact, measuring in at just 11 centimeters long and the 5,000 mAh battery charges via a USB-C cable.

Pelican 3715 Right Angle

The Pelican 3715 Right Angle flashlight is characterized by its 90 degree, front facing design. It has a bright white light LED emitter that gives up to 233 Lumens, and you can also use downcast LED which give you 31 Lumens. It has a dedicated flashing mode and a clip that enable it to be attached to a jacket or bag to light up the way hands-free. The housing is made from an ABS resin, and it is also IPX4 water resistant. All in all, a great option for those who want something a little different and versatile, and we couldn’t leave it our of our list of best flashlights for engineers!

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