52 of 53 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good second light for wide illumination, Mar 31 2006
By Wilbur D. Wong "Wilbur Wong" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: DeWalt DC527 18-Volt NiCd Fluorescent Area Light, No Battery (Tools & Hardware)
This is a nice addition to the De Walt 18 volt cordless lineup. I have used the gooseneck light for years. Since I have a plethora of 18 volt batteries from other tools in the series, it makes sense for me to use this for lighting as well.
The gooseneck does a better job for task specific lighting like under a sink or peering between studs. I use this one to provide overall lighting where the power is completely out in a room or space, and it isn't worth bringing in power cords from elsewhere or setting up a generator. This augments my gooseneck nicely.
I have used this light for three weeks doing rewiring. Do not purchase it and use it as your ONLY light source in a totally dark location. The incandescent models will fade and dim when the battery voltage drops. This fluorescent will stop suddenly with no warning when the voltage goes below what the electronics need to drive the lamp. For safety's sake, use it to augment other lighting.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Really Bright, May 24 2006
By Jim - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: DeWalt DC527 18-Volt NiCd Fluorescent Area Light, No Battery (Tools & Hardware)
I bought this thinking it would just be good for lighting a room or area, but it's great for lighting under the hood of the car or working under the kitchen sink. It's brighter than I expected. It stands up on the battery as a base or hangs on the hook. So far, I like everything about it. One thing to remember, it doesn't fade like an incandescent light, but goes off completely when the battery runs out.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
Just Fine., Dec 12 2008
By JD-BoilerUp - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: DeWalt DC527 18-Volt NiCd Fluorescent Area Light, No Battery (Tools & Hardware)
I would for sure reccomend getting the 18v flexible dewalt light rather than this. The flexible light can wrap around a 2x4 or tree limb, or can simply set on the ground and point to where you want it to. The flourescent does give off a better light, the flexible light is half the price and still very bright.