It is imperative when diving to ensure that you are properly equipped before making your descent. This entails not just safety during the initial dive, but safety to move around throughout the duration. It is for this reason that a good light must accompany any prepared diver, and why the Archon DH26 canister light is a must-have for your next dip.
The Archon DH26 is no child’s flashlight, it is a beast of a light source in a deceptively small frame. Its sleek black battery can be easily tucked away, leaving the hands free to maneuver the beam as needed.
Made from aircraft grade aluminum alloy, the DH26 can withstand impacts of up to 1.5m, and its 6mm poly-carbonate lens is in no danger of cracking. As for brightness, this diving light puts out an eye opening 1100 lumens.
Thanks to its sturdy frame, the DH26 can accompany you up to 100 meters underwater. It even has three modes of brightness you can use depending on your level of need. It has a rechargeable lithium ion battery with overcharge protection to avoid wearing the battery out. It can last about 180 minutes on high, 360 minutes on low, and 240 minutes on strobe.
Pros
- Affordable compared to most lights on the market
- Sleek, non-cumbersome design with a small wire to avoid tangles
- Strong enough to survive being dropped or put under heavy water pressure
- Rechargeable
Cons
- Excessive exposure to saltwater may warp the magnetic switch and cause it to jam if not properly cleaned after using (may require additional lubrication if frequently in saltwater)
- If you don’t have a pocket or pouch of some sort for the canister you will have to hold it, which makes swimming difficult and limits dexterity while diving. In addition the chord may present a problem as it floats between the canister and the light.
