EMT-BLS
New Member
LED Outfitters recently released a new light, the "INTIMIDATOR", on their website and here on eLightbars, and I figured I'd get one to play with. Below are my "findings".
The light was ordered on Monday, and I received it on Wednesday, two days later. It was shipped Priority Mail to me, but I would've gotten it quickly anyway, seeing as we're in the same general area. I will include pics of everything below the actual review.
Items included were: 1 light, a flashback shield/shroud, one mounting bracket, 3 suctions cups, and 2 small screws.
The suction cups attach to the mounting bracket by sliding them into the corresponding slots, so no screws involved there (big positive for me, personally). The mounting bracket is then attached by 1 small screw per side, to the sides of the light. The light comes with a cigarette plug with a on/off switch, that has a light indicator as to when it's on. Overall, the light is very light, but not in a "cheap" way. The shroud is attached by lining up the notches on the shroud to the indentations on the light. It took me several seconds to figure it out.
As far as the output, the brightness is not at all noticeable to not be a name brand light. Seeing as I've actually been hands-on with the light that inspired this one, the Federal Signal Dual Viper, I can honestly say the light output is practically indistinguishable. The 15 flash patterns are changed with a simple push button on the rear of the light, and the patterns are run-of-the-mill patterns.
My overall impression is this: It's a well-made light, that I believe would stand up to the abuse it would face inside a vehicle. It is exceptionally bright, and is small enough to fit almost anywhere, and still put out a immense amount of light. Additionally, seeing as the cost is significantly lower than any light like it on the market right now, it is a staple for any volunteer on a budget. I will report back in 1-2 weeks time with a update as to wear-and-tear on the light, and how it's affected.
PICS:
/\ Closed box, how it appeared on arrival.
/\Box, lid open. The light itself was wrapped in bubble wrap.
/\ All items (light, bracket, suction cups, and flashback shroud)
/\ Light, fully assembled
/\ Light, while on and at a off-axis angle. I did not take any "head-on" pictures, seeing as A) the camera couldn't handle it, and B) wouldn't really prove anything.
Link to item: on eLightbars, and the website.
The light was ordered on Monday, and I received it on Wednesday, two days later. It was shipped Priority Mail to me, but I would've gotten it quickly anyway, seeing as we're in the same general area. I will include pics of everything below the actual review.
Items included were: 1 light, a flashback shield/shroud, one mounting bracket, 3 suctions cups, and 2 small screws.
The suction cups attach to the mounting bracket by sliding them into the corresponding slots, so no screws involved there (big positive for me, personally). The mounting bracket is then attached by 1 small screw per side, to the sides of the light. The light comes with a cigarette plug with a on/off switch, that has a light indicator as to when it's on. Overall, the light is very light, but not in a "cheap" way. The shroud is attached by lining up the notches on the shroud to the indentations on the light. It took me several seconds to figure it out.
As far as the output, the brightness is not at all noticeable to not be a name brand light. Seeing as I've actually been hands-on with the light that inspired this one, the Federal Signal Dual Viper, I can honestly say the light output is practically indistinguishable. The 15 flash patterns are changed with a simple push button on the rear of the light, and the patterns are run-of-the-mill patterns.
My overall impression is this: It's a well-made light, that I believe would stand up to the abuse it would face inside a vehicle. It is exceptionally bright, and is small enough to fit almost anywhere, and still put out a immense amount of light. Additionally, seeing as the cost is significantly lower than any light like it on the market right now, it is a staple for any volunteer on a budget. I will report back in 1-2 weeks time with a update as to wear-and-tear on the light, and how it's affected.
PICS:
/\ Closed box, how it appeared on arrival.
/\Box, lid open. The light itself was wrapped in bubble wrap.
/\ All items (light, bracket, suction cups, and flashback shroud)
/\ Light, fully assembled
/\ Light, while on and at a off-axis angle. I did not take any "head-on" pictures, seeing as A) the camera couldn't handle it, and B) wouldn't really prove anything.
Link to item: on eLightbars, and the website.