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Priority1lss-
Baton Brite
ABOVE-Left,
By Day | Center, Relative to Dorcy 9" Wand |
Right, By Night
ABOVE-Detail
of Click On/Flash/Off button
ABOVE- 2XAA
sliding battery compartment
Description..
There are several non-chemical and
non-incendiary traffic signal wands currently on the
market- the Priority1lss-
Baton Brite
is one of several that use
a non-reflective and non-refractive wand material.
It performs the dual functions of a hand-held traffic
marshalling wand as well as a roadside emergency e-flare.As
with other products of this form factor it is ideal
for marshalling traffic or warning motorists as they
approach the scene of an emergency. Weighing about
the same as a popular 2XC-cell flashlight, it's light
enough for almost anyone to use. The use of fluorescent
(day-glow) red material in the wand's casing, means
that it has very good daytime in addition to nocturnal
noticeability . By using a single long life red 5mm
LED's instead of incandescent bulbs, costly and awkward
bulb replacements are eliminated .It's easy to wield
and the yellow pushbutton switch is highly responsive
and light to the touch .It offers three modes, Click
On/Flash/Off . A thoughtful wrist lanyard mitigates
against an accidental dropping-especially under duress
or in highly adverse conditions. As with other similar
products, a base is offered to allow for stable upright
support when it's used in a hands free mode. The weighty
base allows for the wand's handle to be firmly attached-
minimizing tipping over. The Baton Brite is powered
by two commonly available AA size batteries. This
helps to keep its weight down and makes it economical
to run on universally available batteries.
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Sales Source:
http://www.priority1lss.com
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Specifications..
- Colors:Flourescent (Day-glo) Red
(Blue Green & Yellow available)
- Composition:Polyamide casing
- Fabrication:Injection molded parts
- 1 Superbright Red LED
- Power:2X AA-cells
- Accessories:nylon wrist strap &
dedicated injection molded base(included) ,belt
holster (available)
- Controls: Single dual mode pushbutton
On/Off click switch
- Dimensions:L 14.5" (illuminator
9.5"), widest diameter=38mm"/Base:5.5"X5.5"X2"
- Net weight:314gms /7.6oz Base: 426
Gms
- Quick observations:400 hour runtime
on 2 X AA /1 mile visibility- 700M noticability/
impact resistant
- Retail Price - $19.99 , Belt Holster
$14.00, Base $8.50
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Evaluation Results & Conclusions...
Ease of Use
Excellent . Requires very little learning
if any. Intuitive functional model. No cognitive overhead
. Loading the batteries entails a simple unscrewing
of the black handle knob and inserting two fresh AA-cell
batteries (polarity indicated). Activation occurs
when the round, yellow elastomer switch button is
depressed. This is a simple On activation for constant.
A second pressing activates a medium flashing and
a third pressing turns the unit Off. Making the wand
stand up simply entails plunging its handle into a
hole in the base. The lanyard may be passed through
the hole first but side slots will accommodate the
lanyard cords.
5 points
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Task performance optimization
Good . Accomplishes the task of clearly signaling
a warning to oncoming vehicles or for directing traffic
to move in a specific manner. The wand allows for
effective functionality at a greater distance and/or
with a more obvious signaling effect- especially in
circumstances involving high speed traffic or inclement
environmental conditions. Being of the smaller variety
of wands it's more useful in the hand than as an e-flare.
Beam projection is nearly spherical with only a disc
the diameter of the handle being blocked from view.
Because the Baton Brite does not use a photo
reflective/refractive material, it is less useful
as a passive reflective device than it is as a transilluminescent
wand that benefits most from being LED powered.
4 points
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Durability
Long term tests have not been done. First
impression . Replacement frequency will depend on
variables such as frequency of dismantling / re-assembly,
roughness of use, exposure to UV and heat/cold as
well as other unpredictable factors. Based on concrete
and drop tests that we've conducted, we've provisionally
given this product a durability rating of:
4 points
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Adaptability/Suitability
Within the constraints of it's design the
Priority1lss-
Baton Brite is a suitable problem
solver in contexts for which it is intended to be
used- that is: signaling a road hazard emergency or
directing traffic in occasional motorist emergencies.
We did not torture test this product, not
did we subject it to the widest possible range of
situations. No claim is being made for suitability,
durability or effectiveness.
4 points
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Quality of match to host product
Excellent. Accessory base perfectly matches, fits
and compliments the Priority1lss-
Baton Brite
5 points
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Pros > 1) Consumer worthy 2) Uses common
AA cell batteries 3) LED lights will not burn out
or cause combustion 4) Very reasonably priced 5) Lightweight
and ergonomically pleasant to use 6) Water resistant
seals 7) High quality fabrication
Cons > 1) Not ubiquitous in consumer
retail channels 2) Not as bright an illumination as
other models in its class
Rating -4.0 Stars =
Recommended
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