Introduction
Whether for work or play, many of us carry a flashlight as an essential everyday item. However, advanced carry lights nowadays offer far more than just illumination. The new Arkfeld UV flashlight from Olight takes functional versatility to another level by combining high-output white light with a powerful UV function, making it a flashlight and utility tool in one compact package. Its ability to both effectively light the way and enable specialized inspections makes the Arkfeld UV a standout choice for professionals and enthusiasts alike seeking more from their EDC light.
Standout Features
The Arkfeld UV arrives with all the features one expects from a premium Olight, including five brightness levels of white light output ranging from 100 lumens up to an impressive 1000 lumens on max. This delivers ample light for any indoor or outdoor lighting needs. It also shines with a compact and lightweight aluminum design that slips easily into any pocket, measuring in at a mere 3.07 ounces. Its anti-slip grip mills ensure comfortable and secure one-handed operation.
Integrated UV Function
In addition to effective white illumination, the Arkfeld UV truly sets itself apart with its integrated 580mW UV light. Emitting at the ideal 365nm wavelength, this allows the user to see things invisible to the naked eye. Whether checking banknotes for authenticity, identifying fluorescent minerals, inspecting for insects or contaminants, or validating surfaces are genuinely clean, the Arkfeld UV empowers new levels of detection. Its UV output is powerful enough for inspection work yet safely controlled for occasional quick-checks.
Everyday Carry Versatility
For general day-to-day carry, the Arkfeld UV excels with features like magnetic USB-C charging, side switch operation, and a deep-carry pocket clip. It preserves versatility through options like a white light mode that lets the user work in the dark while maintaining night vision. This comes in handy for tasks like reading maps under the stars or checking work areas after hours without disrupting one's vision.
Specialized Applications
When real work calls, the Arkfeld UV literally pays for itself through its many specialized applications. Hotel inspectors can quickly scan rooms for cleanliness issues invisible to the naked eye, like body fluids or dirt missed by regular cleaning. Law enforcement professionals gain an edge when searching for fingerprints, blood spatter, or deception like counterfeit bills under UV wavelengths. Even outdoorsmen have new detecting ringworm or other skin issues.
Everyday Usage Scenarios
Checking work areas or outdoor spaces for debris/fluid stains: A quick sweep with the UV light makes it easy to detect potentially hazardous substances like oil, chemicals, or bodily fluids that need cleanup.
Signaling or finding one's way at night: Whether on a camping trip getting lost in the woods or assisting with a roadside emergency, the Arkfeld UV's bright white modes provide visible signaling over long distances.
Inspecting potentially toxic builds: From checking for signs of mold or leakage around a construction site to identifying unknown biological cultures in a laboratory, the UV function allows for safe interrogation.
General lighting needs when camping/hiking: With multiple lighting levels up to 1000 lumens, the Arkfeld UV excels as an all-purpose camp and hiking light for tasks like cooking, reading, or walking trails after dark.
Comparison to Dedicated Flashlights
● The Arkfeld UV combines essential lighting and specialized detection tools, saving the need to carry separate UV-only inspection lights.
● For jobs involving both illumination duties and sanitation/evidence searches, it streamlines the lighting kit compared to bringing multiple single-use flashlights.
● The integrated design makes inspection work more portable versus needing a standard UV lamp tethered to an AC outlet.
● Unlike smartphone UV cameras, the Arkfeld UV offers dedicated controls tailored for one-handed operation even with gloves. Its focused UV beam also sees details smartphones cannot.
Conclusion
In summary, the Arkfeld UV sets a new standard for versatile EDC lights by seamlessly merging high-output white light and targeted UV functionality. Whether the need is general illumination, specialized detection work, or a mix of both, it delivers all the performance of separate tools in one compact, ruggedized, and high-quality package.
For professionals whose work involves both lighting and inspections, or anyone seeking more practical capabilities than basic flashlights provide, the Arkfeld UV is the ideal always-with-you solution. Its advantages become even more apparent the more its unique feature set is leveraged on the job. Olight has definitely raised the bar for multi-purpose carry lights with this innovative new design.
