EVEREADY 2AA LED PLASTIC FLASHLIGHT

The Eveready 2AA LED Plastic Flashlight (Brilliant Beam / Value Series) is a compact, durable lighting tool designed for clinical environments. Available in standard (30 lumens, 45-hour runtime) and Brilliant Beam (65 lumens, 15-hour runtime) variants. Features include impact resistance (1m drop), IPX4 water resistance, ribbed non-slip plastic grip, and easy slide or push-button switch. Powered by 2 AA batteries (included), with a lanyard wrist strap for security. Ideal for supply inspection, equipment checks, night rounds, and emergency kits.

Description

EVEREADY 2AA LED PLASTIC FLASHLIGHT

PRIMARY USES

1. Bright, Focused Illumination for Clinical Supply and Equipment Inspection
Primary Use: Provides 30-65 lumens of bright white LED light with a focused beam (36-60 metre range) for inspecting medical supply cabinets, reading medication labels, or checking equipment settings in dimly lit clinical areas, utilizing two AA batteries for a lightweight, portable design .
How it helps: For the hospital supply chain staff, pharmacy technician, and nursing assistant, locating supplies or inspecting expiration dates on medications in dimly lit storage rooms is a daily challenge. The focused beam allows clinicians to easily read fine print on medication labels, inspect IV pump settings, or check equipment serial numbers without needing to turn on overhead lights that may disturb patients nearby . The compact, lightweight design (170g) fits easily in a lab coat pocket, ensuring it is always accessible for quick tasks .
2. Durable Lighting for Emergency Carts, Kits, and Rapid Response
Primary Use: Built with a durable plastic housing that is impact-resistant (tested to withstand drops from 1 metre) and IPX4 water-resistant (splash-proof), making it a reliable addition to emergency crash carts, rapid response kits, and disaster preparedness supplies .
How it helps: For the emergency department nurse and code team member, equipment on a crash cart must be reliable, compact, and ready for immediate use. This flashlight is constructed to withstand the rigors of daily clinical use, with IPX4 water resistance protecting against accidental splashes and 1 metre impact resistance ensuring functionality even after an accidental drop . A built-in lanyard wrist strap prevents accidental drops during use .
3. Extended Runtime for Long Clinical Shifts and Power Outages
Primary Use: Delivers an extended battery runtime of 15-45 hours on a single set of 2 AA alkaline batteries (included with purchase), ensuring the light remains functional throughout long shifts or multi-day emergencies .
How it helps: For the night shift clinician, a flashlight that loses power in the middle of a shift is a safety concern. This Eveready flashlight offers excellent runtime—up to 45 hours for the Long Life variant, and 15 hours for the higher-output Brilliant Beam variant . The included batteries ensure the light is ready to perform immediately upon purchase .
4. Hands-Free Operation and Secure Grip for Clinical Use
Primary Use: Features an ergonomic ribbed plastic casing for a secure, non-slip grip, and an easy-to-operate push-button or slide switch that can be used even while wearing gloves .
How it helps: For healthcare professionals wearing nitrile or latex gloves, fine motor control can be reduced. The ribbed grip ensures the flashlight remains secure in hand, while the large slide switch (on the Long Life variant) or prominent push button (on the Brilliant Beam variant) is easy to operate without removing gloves . This design allows for one-handed operation, keeping the other hand free for patient care or equipment handling.
5. Long-Lasting LED with Lifetime Bulb Life
Primary Use: Equipped with LED technology that lasts for the life of the flashlight (never needs replacing), eliminating the need for bulb changes and ensuring consistent light output over the product’s lifetime .
How it helps: For the biomedical engineer and clinical equipment manager, equipment that requires ongoing maintenance adds to workload and supply costs. The LED bulb is designed to last the life of the flashlight, never needing replacement . This eliminates the need to stock replacement bulbs or track bulb lifespan, simplifying equipment management and reducing long-term operating costs.

SECONDARY USES

1. Performing equipment checks in mechanical rooms or utility areas: For facilities maintenance staff, the compact, lightweight design allows for easy inspection of equipment labels and gauges in dark mechanical rooms without causing hand fatigue over long periods, with IPX4 water resistance protecting against moisture in these environments .
2. Providing personal task lighting for administrative and clerical work: For hospital administrative staff working late or during an outage, this flashlight can provide directional task lighting for completing essential paperwork, managing patient logs, or filing records without turning on bright overhead lights that may disturb patients.
3. Checking on patients in darkened rooms without harsh overhead light: For nursing staff conducting night rounds, the directional beam can be pointed at the floor to provide enough ambient light to navigate and check lines, drains, or dressings without shining the beam directly onto a sleeping patient’s face .
4. Emergency kit essential for disaster preparedness and home healthcare: For community health workers and home healthcare providers, the long runtime, impact resistance, and water-resistant construction make this flashlight a practical addition to emergency kits, hurricane supplies, and survival kits .
5. Locating dropped instruments or supplies on floors in dim areas: For surgical and emergency department staff, the focused beam (36-60 metres beam distance) helps locate dropped forceps, sutures, medication vials, or other small items on floors or in cluttered areas without turning on overhead lights.
KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

1. BASIC IDENTIFICATION ATTRIBUTES

  • Device Type: Compact handheld LED flashlight for general purpose and clinical lighting
  • Available Variants: Long Life (30 lumens, 45-hour runtime) ; Brilliant Beam (65 lumens, 15-hour runtime) ; Dolphin Micro LED (23 lumens, 12-hour runtime, IPX7) 
  • Key Components: White LED (lifetime, never needs replacing), plastic housing, ribbed grip, slide or push-button switch, wrist lanyard
  • Power Source: 2 x AA alkaline batteries (included with purchase) 
  • Unique Feature: Lightweight (170g) and compact design; 1m impact resistance; IPX4 water resistance (splash-proof); lanyard wrist strap 

2. TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

  • Light Output (Long Life): 30 lumens 
  • Light Output (Brilliant Beam): 65 lumens 
  • Light Output (Dolphin): 23 lumens 
  • Beam Distance (Long Life): 36 metres 
  • Beam Distance (Brilliant Beam): 60 metres 
  • Beam Distance (Dolphin): 26 metres 
  • Runtime (Long Life): 43-45 hours continuous 
  • Runtime (Brilliant Beam): 15 hours continuous 
  • Runtime (Dolphin): 12 hours continuous 
  • Water Resistance (Long Life/Brilliant Beam): IPX4 (splash-proof from any direction) 
  • Water Resistance (Dolphin): IPX7 (submersible up to 1 metre) 
  • Impact Resistance: Withstands drops from up to 1 metre / 3.3 feet 
  • Lamp Life: Lifetime (never needs replacing) 
  • Material: Plastic housing 
  • Weight: 170 grams 
  • Length: 191 mm 
  • Switch Type: Push button or slide switch depending on variant 
  • Test Standards: ANSI/NEMA FL 1 

3. PHYSICAL & OPERATIONAL PROPERTIES

  • Preparation: Remove from packaging. Insert 2 AA batteries (included) following polarity markings.
  • Usage Instructions: Press push button or slide switch to turn light on and off. Use wrist lanyard to secure flashlight and prevent drops.
  • Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and humidity. Remove batteries if storing for extended periods (>6 months).
  • Battery Warning: Keep batteries away from children. If swallowed, seek immediate medical attention; call 202-625-3333 collect.

4. SAFETY & COMPLIANCE ATTRIBUTES

  • Ingestion Hazard: AA batteries are a serious ingestion hazard for infants and young children. If swallowed, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Battery Ingestion Hotline: Call 202-625-3333 collect day or night for battery ingestion.
  • Water Resistance: IPX4 rated - splash-proof, not submersible (Dolphin variant is IPX7 - submersible) .
  • Material Safety: Constructed from durable plastic housing .
  • Certifications: ANSI/NEMA FL 1 tested .
SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

  • Battery ingestion: AA batteries are a serious ingestion hazard for infants and young children. If swallowed, a battery can become lodged in the oesophagus and cause severe injury or death within 2 hours. Seek immediate medical attention. Call the National Battery Ingestion Hotline at 202-625-3333 collect day or night for advice and follow-up. Do not delay—severe injuries can occur within 2 hours.
  • Keep out of reach of children: Store flashlight and spare batteries in a secure container that children cannot open. Keep new, used, and charging batteries out of reach of children at all times.
  • Do not ingest: Batteries contain corrosive materials that are toxic if ingested.
  • Do not install backwards: Reversing polarity can cause leakage, rupture, or fire.
  • Do not short circuit: Short circuit can cause the battery to lose energy and generate significant heat. Do not carry loose batteries in pockets or bags with metal objects (coins, keys, jewellery).
  • Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, or incinerate: The flashlight and batteries should not be opened or burned. Exposure to internal components or combustion products could be harmful.
  • Do not mix battery types: Do not mix old and new batteries, different brands, or different chemistries in the same device.
  • Replace all batteries at the same time: Replacing only some batteries can cause leakage or reduced performance.
  • Remove batteries during extended storage: Remove batteries if storing for more than 6 months to prevent corrosion damage.
  • Avoid submersion (non-Dolphin variants): IPX4 protects against splashing but not submersion. Do not immerse in water. For wet environments, consider the IPX7-rated Dolphin variant .
  • Do not shine directly into eyes: Avoid directing beam into anyone's eyes, especially at close range, as this may cause temporary vision disruption or discomfort.

2. FIRST AID MEASURES

  • Battery Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Do not give food or drink. Seek immediate medical attention. Call the National Battery Ingestion Hotline at 202-625-3333 collect day or night for advice and follow-up. Do not delay—severe injuries can occur within 2 hours.
  • Eye contact (battery leakage): Contents of an open battery can cause severe irritation and chemical burns. If battery ruptures and contents contact eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of lukewarm water for a minimum of 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower lids. Get immediate medical attention.
  • Skin contact (battery leakage): Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation and chemical burns. Wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing. If irritation persists or burns are present, seek medical attention.
  • Inhalation (battery leakage): Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
  • Light exposure (eye): If the flashlight beam is accidentally shone directly into eyes at close range, rest eyes in a dark environment for several minutes. Persistent discomfort should be evaluated by an eye care professional.

3. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

  • Flammability: Plastic casing is combustible. Will burn if exposed to open flame. AA alkaline batteries are combustible and may leak or rupture if exposed to fire.
  • Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical powder, or carbon dioxide (COâ‚‚). No special restrictions apply.
  • Fire Response: For small fires, use an appropriate extinguisher. For large fires, evacuate the area. Do not throw batteries into fire as they may leak or rupture. Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear.