can it be used as a reading light when there is no power?
2053875
Absolutely, with a caveat -- you have to mount it pretty close. It's got nice, even light, but if you're 5 or 6 feet away from it, the light has dissipated to a point where it's not usable for reading.I would recommend getting a brighter, clip-on light for reading.
2053876
Only for emergency reading in my opinion - insufficient light for comfortable reading for extended periods of time.
564784
I think it would be perfect for such a use. They throw a fair amount of light at a short distance, so reading should be fine. I don't agree with the other users who said it's very low light. It would be way too bright as a night-light (IMO). It's not going to light up a room, but a kid doesn't need a lot of light for bedtime reading.
1947263
I don't think so. It works off of electricity and there's no manual switch available.
498023
It might be....but it's a pretty low light. You might be better off with a clip on book light.
1964266
I would say probably not as would likely would be comparing to regular incandescent or flourescent lighting which would be much brighter. You would have to go through the roof or out a window to get your solar power as well. I actually can read with mine on my patio, but I would hate to do that on a regular basis in my home. I think you would be disappointed with that application.
363485
On battery power, the light emission is pretty low for reading. However, using the power cord helps and the light emission is very satisfactory. Either way, though, the lighted field is very small and requires that the reader position the lamp head very close to the shoulder. All in all, a satisfactory product.
1063768
Yes you can read in the dark. However the light on mine has gone out and it has a battery that I've never seen before so probably irreplaceable.
2069241
I used it for an emergency light that goes on when the power goes out. LED light bulbs use hardly any power compared to standard emergency light bulbs, so I guess it would work fine.
415314
if no light, then it is not on. My own stopped working after 2 days and I returned it to the seller.
121943
I use it for short duration reading. When I read for longer times, I turn on the overhead light and use the lamp to enhance the lighting next to the bed where it is a little shadowy. (My primary use of the lamp is so I can see where I am going when I get up during the night.) In short, you can use it to read, but I prefer more light for reading.
2263367
Yes. That's what we were using it for. That being said, the light this thing kicks out is harsh....really harsh to the point of hurting your eyes as you read the notes. It's value is in it's portability. It's much better as an emergency source of light than something to read music by.
1842336
No it doesn't work that way. The lamp does not remember its on/off state. Once disconnected from power, you have to switch it on after connection.
1280940
Yes, you could use this indicator lamp for that purpose. It won't be visible in high ambient lighting so it really isn't designed for outdoor viewing unless it is dark outside. You would need to panel mount this through your shed and seal...and run it off of your 120VAC power light switch.
609142
I don't think so, but I'm not positive. I'm actually disappointed in the product. Doesn't offer enough light; definetly not great for reading.
1611896
You were thinking maybe the light is psychic and would know when the power has gone off without a wired connection?
1521352
Yes, but it has an option for batteries. I suppose it is in case of power outage.
532623
I think it will allow for reading, but it will largely depend on the wattage and type of bulb that you use. The bulb type will greatly affect the amount of light that you will get as well as the height of the table that it's on. We haven't used it for reading a physical book but regularly use electronic devices next to it (e.g., iPad, Kindle, etc).