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Looking for the Right Camping Lantern?

June 20th, 2009 · No Comments


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by Jerome Bilkko

A good camping lantern is an important piece of camping gear that needs to be chosen carefully. When you go to buy one, you will likely see that there are a variety of camping lanterns, so how do you choose the right one? The best thing to do is make an informed decision by learning more abut the different types of outdoor lanterns.

The camping lights are available in four types and they are the lights with battery, gas, liquid fuel, and candle. The four types of camping lanterns have some advantages and disadvantages. You should consider all these limitations before buying any lantern for your camping. But make sure that you get the best lantern and you can actually do that if you understand how you can use each type of lantern for your camping.

The lanterns operated by batteries are useful in camping. Such type of camp lights is handy and easy to use. There is no disturbing sound from the lantern when you use it. Also, you do not have to worry of fire risk since there is no open flame. The batteries can be rechargeable or disposable and you can easily afford it because batteries are not expensive. You will only have to provide extra batteries for the lantern to give you brighter lights.

The camping lantern that needs gas is also dependable when it comes to lighting the camping area. The most common gas for this lantern is the butane and propane. This gas fuel is stored in a canister. The good thing with this gas fuel is its convenience and brightness. But you have to be careful with this lantern because it has an open flame and it can get too hot when lit. The cost also should be considered since the fuel is expensive. The canister also weighs about two pounds so if you want to bring more, you have to consider the weight. The lantern may get noisy as well when used and when the weather is not good, the lantern may not work properly.

The liquid-fueled lanterns for camping require the use of liquid such as fuel, kerosene, or unleaded gas to make the lantern useful. These fuels may not be expensive and you can usually buy them at the gas stations. It can give a bright light that is enough to lighten the area, plus the lantern produces heat as well to warm the place. The only things to consider are the open flame, the hot surface, and the noise.

The fourth type of lanterns is the candle camping lantern. This requires the use of candle to directly lighten the camping area. The lantern serves as the candle holder and there is no need for more complex design or structure to use it. The candle can be lit anytime and it can be acquired at affordable costs than other lanterns. Some candles are also made of citronella which serves as insect repellants and it has no disturbing sounds. What you need to guard when using candles is its open flame which may harm you or put your life to risk. You cannot also use it when it is windy as it may turn down the flame.

Some people prefer two or more types of lantern when camping. This is not only to provide brighter light, but also to save on expenses. If you are saving on camping costs, you can use some candles and gas lantern at the same time. The costs are only minimal but the lights are great.

Knowing all these different types of camping lanterns and how it can affect your lighting purposes, you can now make the right choice for your camping light. Weigh the limitations and usefulness of each type of lantern before you buy one. This will help you ensure that you will get only the perfect source of light for your camping area.

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