What is a searchlight and why is it needed?

The spotlight finder is an extremely convenient device that allows you to illuminate distant objects with a bright beam. Remarkable is the fact that it is able to "break through" even through the thickest fog.

A feature of this device isthe absence of a lens, so it directs a beam of light to the right place. It is due to the narrow directivity, the spotlight is able to illuminate objects at a considerable distance in all weather conditions. The main difference from the spotlight is the presence of a turning mechanism.

It should be noted that headlamps of this typeextremely popular among people of different professions. For example, they can be useful to police and search teams, because these light fixtures are best suited to be in conditions of poor visibility of objects and subjects located at a considerable distance.

Also very popular spotlight finder amonghunters and fishermen. The reason is clear - a large range of illumination and the ability to blind the illuminated object. Its last property is very convenient on the hunt: until the stunned animal recovers, the hunter will have time to shoot him.

In addition, it is very convenient to install thisadaptations on off-road vehicles, since no daylight headlamps will be able to create a similar appearance. Another thing is that within the boundaries of populated areas and on the roads it is prohibited to use this lighting device, since it can blind pedestrians and other drivers, which will lead to an accident. The headlight-finder can be used only when driving off-road, with the exception of service vehicles equipped with flashing beacons and special sound signals.

Since such headlights are prohibited to freeInstallation on personal vehicles, it is very difficult to purchase them in the store, and for a reasonable price is not at all possible. But there is a solution - they can be made independently.

Radical tuning lights or a large flashlightallows you to get a full-fledged finder, not inferior to the store. However, to make it, you need to purchase several parts and be able to connect them together. But the result is worth it.

So, to make the headlight finder yourself,The following elements will be required: xenon lamp, corresponding ignition unit, sealant, housing from a headlamp or flashlight (the main thing is to have a reflector), cigarette lighter plug, installation wire, glue, adjustment washers, melt-glue and 2x1.5 wire.

The ignition unit is placed in the body, fixedusing melt-glue installation wire. The spring, which used to fix the ordinary light bulb, is adjusted to xenon, the unit is connected to the battery, the lamp is inserted, and the focus is adjusted using washers. When using the headlamp on a car, it can be connected not to the battery, but to the cigarette lighter.

It now remains to assemble the hull and seal it. After that, the searchlight can be used for its intended purpose! With careful operation, it will serve its owner for many years.