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This is the perfect torch/lantern for camping, but it’s also brilliant in an emergency, especially in the car, the garage or home.
Goal Zero says:
The most reliable emergency light for any situation is now waterproof. Featuring an IP67 rating, the new Torch 500 is built to withstand the elements. Designed for multi-functional use, the Torch boasts 500 lumens of bright LED light dispersed across spotlight and floodlight options. Recharge from the sun with the built-in solar panel or from any USB source, and charge up your phone in a pinch from the increased 5200 mAh battery.
Our Verdict
This is a solid, well-built light bar; I love that it has a large solar panel on the top; most torches only have a small panel that never really charges the device well; it also works with an emergency battery pack that will charge your phone.
The torch has a powerful beam that works well at camp but can also be used at home for DIY or tinkering with the car.
- Reviewed by Basecamp Gear
Features
- Multiple Light Options Adapt your light to fit the situation at hand. The Torch 500 equips you with both a 300 lumens spotlight and 300 lumens floodlight, each available with three different light settings: high, medium, and low.
- Waterproof IP67 rating ensures protection against dust, sand and debris, and can withstand submersion up to 1 meter of water for at least 30 minutes. Perfect for emergency lighting or to take along on outdoor adventures. No go-bag or camp kit is complete without it.
- Stay Connected Increased 5200 mAh battery gives you enough power on hand to charge phones and headlamps multiple times, or boost your tablet.
- Recharge Anywhere Features a built-in solar panel to recharge from the sun and USB-C input port to charge from any USB source.
- Recharge the Torch 500 from the sun using the solar panel located on the back of the light. Or connect to a larger solar panel such as the Nomad 10 and recharge in as little as 4 hours.
- The Torch 500 can be recharged from a USB source in 4 hours.
Specifications
- Weight: 375g
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 2.2 x 1.4 in (22.4 x 5.6 x 11.4 cm)
Run Times
- Spot Light (low power): 50 hrs
- Spot Light (medium power): 7.5 hrs
- Spot Light (high power): 3.5 hrs
- Flood Light (low power): 50 hrs
- Flood Light (medium power): 7 hrs
- Flood Light (high power): 3 hrs
- Both Lights (medium power): 4.5 hrs
- Both Lights (high power): 2.0 hr
Charge Times
- USB-C (18W): 3 Hours
- USB-A (2.4A): 4 Hours
- Nomad 5: 12-24 Hours
- Nomad 10: 6-12 Hours
- Nomad 20: 4-8 Hours
Ports
- USB-A port (output): 5V, up to 2.1A (10.5W max), regulated
- USB-C port (input): 5V, up to 1A (5W max)
Battery Details
- Cell chemistry: Li-ion NMC
- Cell type: 18650 by LG chem
- Cell capacity: 35.52Wh (3.7V, 9600mAh)
- Lifecycles: Hundreds of cycles
- Shelf-life: Charge every 3-6 months
- Fuses: None
- Management system: Charging and low-battery protection built-in
Light
- Spot Light (high power): 300 Lumens
- Spot Light (medium power): 150 Lumens
- Spot Color Temperature: 3000 Kelvin
- Flood Light (high power): 300 Lumens
- Flood Light(medium power): 150 Lumens
- Flood Color Temperature: 3500 Kelvin
- Both lights (high power): 500 Lumens
- Both lights (Medium power): 250 Lumens
Material & Construction
Battery Details
- Rated power: 1.2W
- Cell type: monocrystalline
