When you’re researching the right reading light, you should to be mindful of both where and how it will be used. First, which types and sizes of book will your light be used with? If it needs only to light standard size mass market paperback books, a smaller, single LED or incandescent design will probably be perfect. If your reading light must evenly light a coffee table book, then you’ll need a light designed for much greater light output distributed over a considerably larger area. Another thing to consider is whether you like the warmer, slightly yellowish glow of an incandescent light source or the whiter, more “sun like” output of modern LEDs.
Another important consideration is that of maintenance. While both LED and incandescent designs require about the same amount of power, using up batteries with about equal speed, incandescent bulbs have a life expectancy of between 15-25 hours of use. LEDs, while only slightly more expensive than incandescent designs, usually have life expectancies of between 5,000-50,000 hours of use. Obviously, LEDs will cost much less to service over the long run if the reading light will be used constantly.
Most modern reading light designs provide the flexibility of running on batteries or optional A/C operation. Obviously, battery power is handy when the light will be used somewhere an A/C outlet isn’t handy, but it can get expensive to replace batteries, as most fully charged alkaline batteries provide sufficient power only for about 20-30 hours of use. A good alternative to consider would be a good battery recharger and rechargeable batteries.
Lastly, a reading light typically comes with a clip that allows the light to be securely attached to your book, book stand or book holder. The clip also makes it handy to attach your reading light to a podium, music stand or piano music rack, which exponentially increases the possible uses for your reading light. Some designs offer an optional base or cradle which allows your clip on reading light to be affixed to any ferrous surface, such as a refrigerator or other appliance, an automotive fender, hood or trunk lid, etc. The possible uses are unlimited.
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