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Lanterns

Wind-Up and Solar-Powered Lanterns

December 2, 2007

Here are some lanterns that can be charged via the sun or via human power. Freeplay’s Indigo is a well-designed, rugged lantern. It’s one of those products that, when you hold it, feels extremely solid. This lantern shines with a cluster of seven bright LED bulbs. It won’t brighten a room, but at full power, [...]

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Wind-Up LED Camp Lantern

July 11, 2007

This lantern is said to have a very efficient wind-up mechanism. Apparently, you can get thirty minutes of ambient light from a minute’s worth of winding. The light can be placed on a flat surface, or hung up using the recessed loop. You can also charge it via a 12V car socket. Available from I [...]

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Multi-Fuel Lantern: Britelyt

March 13, 2006

This Britelyt lantern is a versatile lantern, which is able to burn no less than seven types of fuel, including biodiesel. The approved fuel types are: kerosene, biodiesel, diesel, gasoline, mineral spirits, charcoal lighter fluid and lamp oils. It’s made by Petromax who’ve been building these lantern since the 1920s. The lantern can also be [...]

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SolarLED: Rechargeable Solar Lantern

July 28, 2004

This system features a flexible solar panel, a fluorescent lantern, and
a rechargeable battery that lasts for 6 hours.
Best Price: $39.95 (SurplusLED.COM)

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