Camping Light, Large Area Lighting Floodlight, Max 118In Tall, 20000 Lumens, Suitable for Outdoor Activities, Telescopic Light with Tripod Work Light

I didn't know what to expect when I ordered this light. I wanted something to use camping in the desert with my family. I already made my own type of telescopic light pole for my truck but this is tons better for camp. I'll use my light on the truck and I’ll plug this light into a battery bank in the middle of camp.It comes with a really cool carrying tube/case. Toss it in the back of a truck and it will totally be protected in it. Everything it comes with fits in the storage tube. It comes with a 12v outlet plug and also battery clips for going directly to battery posts. I do wish it came with a 110 to 12v adapter but those are easy to get from Amazon.You control the light with a remote. The remote has a storage spot on the light itself to make it easier to find. My complaint about this remote is it's the only thing that can control the light functions. So, if it gets damaged or lost you are dead in the water.The first night I got it I plugged it into my Goal Zero Yeti 3000 battery bank and sat in the garage to test it. The construction is aluminum and plastic. It feels very sturdy and robust but isn't too heavy. It comes with stakes to nail it down in very heavy winds.The three lights can be turned on separately and are all adjustable up and down and swivel. Meaning you can light up the ground or turn each light and you can light up the ceiling. Or aim them to a specific area to light up something.It has four brightness settings. Plus you can turn 1, 2 or all 3 lights on. So the light output is very good for any type of use.Using my Goal Zero Yeti 3000 I got the following Amp hour draw numbers for all 4 brightness settings.On lowest- 0.4, 0.9 and 1.4 amp draw.On 2nd lowest- 0.8, 1.9 and 2.8On 3rd setting- 1.3, 2.8 and 4.4And the brightest setting- 1.8, 3.9, 5.8I tested this many times and saw the same readings from the Goal Zero.So the Pro's..... It's Very bright!It's sturdy and feels very strong yet lightweight at the same time.I love how many different ways you can aim the lights.The remote is nice to use while camping for sure.It makes a great work light or camp light.The storage tube is great. Has a good shoulder strap and carry handle.The Con's...... The remote loss/being damaged worries me. With no remote this light is useless.I wish for the cost it would have a 110 to 12v adapter also so it could a "work light"Even though its mainly aluminum construction, it does have some plastic key points on itand if those broke it would be hard to repair.I do wish the cord was a bit longer also. But that's just my preference and not a flaw ofthe light.

Searched for a long time to find a multi-purpose portable light solution for camping, outdoor parties, and outdoor cooking for larger groups. I ordered this light along with the 110V power supply. There are many times I am boondocking and this light would have worked great. It is one of a small few on the market that is 8' tall to provide overhead lighting. The tube case is fantastic. I used it one night for a party and by the end of the night, the clasp on each of the 4 collapsible sections along with the tripod base failed and it would collapse completely. There is no adjustment on the clasps which is a short sided design flaw. Sadly, I returned the entire setup and I'm back to square one.

Conpex's ‎TW-TRP-01 is relatively expensive. It also is a bit heavy. Why would anyone want to buy one? I initially dismissed it, but after much thought I actually found some really good use cases calling for one and some against.WHAT IS ‎TW-TRP-01?For those of you wondering what the ‎TW-TRP-01 is beside its awkward model name, it is a lighting product designed to illuminate a large area. Its concept is simple: project light downward high from a telescoping pole so a larger ground area would be lit. The higher and brighter the light, the more space lights up underneath. There are additional benefits to this method that will be covered later.I first came across this very concept of raising a light up on a telescoping tripod with the Devos LightRanger in the summer of 2022. As much as I liked the Devos, I questioned how long it might last for everyday, long-term use after I took it camping in Yosemite for Thanksgiving last year. Some of the supporting parts looked flimsy and will likely need replacement or repair after prolonged use. Cheaper lighting alternatives were available but none as elegant as the Devos. I bought a cheaper Conpex telescoping area light before but was not fully a fan of it because of its flimsiness, but then the TW-TRP-01 came along: sturdier, ability to point the pedals to different areas to light up places as needed, and to individually control each light blade so to conserve energy -- all via a remote control.Let's take a closer look at the ‎TW-TRP-01.PACKAGINGFrom the outset, the Bazooka-looking hard case the ‎TW-TRP-01 was housed in looked intimidating. Inside the housing, the telescoping light, remote, and stakes were found.HARDWAREMaterial quality was immediately noticeable: solid construction and a LOT better than the other Conpex light I had previously bought. It also felt sturdier than Devos' lightstand and less likely to fail over the same time period.Integrated holes at the tripod legs allowed included stakes to hold the tripod firmly in place. They would not do well in sandy beaches, snow, soft ground, or hard surfaces, however: you will want to invest in relatively inexpensive anchors for those environments.Each leg could be independently extended to account for uneven surfaces, and three quick-release adjustment clamps at the top allowed the tripod to telescope between 3' and 10' tall.At the very top were 3 LED light panels that each could be independently swung up and down at a 180-degree angle and rotated at 360 degrees. Each panel could be separately turned on or off to conserve energy. That was one feature I loved that many others I tried did not have (beside the the Devos LightRanger): the ability to only light up 1, 2, or all 3 lights to both save on battery power and to only illuminate part of the camp site to keep light pollution towards the neighbors in check. Believe me when I say that your neighbors would thank you for that.The light panels could not be detached for use as independent flashlights that some cheap alternatives offered. I appreciated the Devos in that its lighting unit could be removed and attached to a backpack, off a tree branch or rope, the belt of my pants, or a standup paddleboard for night-time exploration with its IPX6 water rating. The Conpex has the same rating. IPX6 meant both the Conpex and LightRanger could resist high-pressure, heavy sprays of water and could be briefly dunked in water.BATTERY AND CHARGINGThe Conpex does not come with a built-in battery. Bummer. It is instead powered via the 12V cigarette plug that is available with cars and portable power stations. It uses about 99W on High (there are 4 brightness levels) with all 3 blades turned on. So, to run it for 1 hour, you would need at least a 99Wh battery. The Jackery Explorer 500, for example, has about 500Wh battery capacity. That would allow you to power this light for about 4.5 - 5 hours on High (20K lumens).LIGHTINGAt its brightest setting (20,000 lumens) and tallest configuration (10'), the Conpex provides coverage for an estimated 200' in all directions from the center where the ‎TW-TRP-01 is set up. Compare that to the Devos LightRanger's 25' from the center at 1,200 lumens at up to 8.7' high, and the difference is bright and clear: Conpex is way, way brighter. Perhaps TOO BRIGHT for a campsite -- this is where you could turn off 1 or 2 of the blades.Be aware that unlike the Devos, the Conpex did not have any color filter kits available to modify its light temperature. Several of my fellow overlanders/boondockers/campers, in fact, cited that as important because a red (1,000K) or amber (2,200K) light was easier on the eyes for astronomy and star gazing, and could also help minimize the amount of bugs flying towards the camp. The ability to change colors enabled versatility in use. So, we hope that Conpex will someday make available a filter kit or release an updated model with color-changing LEDs that could be controlled by a remote.FINAL THOUGHTSFor casual campers, the ‎TW-TRP-01 is perhaps overkill and out of their price range, but those serious about a light that should reliably and safely last a long time -- especially when paired with a power station and solar panel -- ought to seriously consider it and not balk simply based on its higher price point. "You get what you pay for", as the saying goes.The ‎TW-TRP-01 could be improved by providing a USB-C charging/power option, colored LEDs to adjust the light for specific occasions or use cases, and offering a smaller, lighter version for those seeking greater portability.

Not what was expecting, should have read the reviews