Frequently Asked Questions – New 3AA and 3C ProPolymer HAZ-LO Lights
The following Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) were prepared to help answer any
questions you may have about the new 3AA ProPolymer® HAZ-LO® and the 3C
ProPolymer® HAZ-LO® flashlights.
Q: What are these new flashlights?
A: Streamlight is introducing two new safety-rated, intrinsically safe, alkaline battery
powered flashlights — the 3AA ProPolymer® HAZ-LO and the 3C ProPolymer® HAZ-LO.
Q: Are these new ProPolymers safety rated?
A: Yes. As indicated by the name “HAZ-LO,” these flashlights are suitable for use in
Division 1 hazardous locations. The new 3AA ProPolymer® HAZ-LO and the 3C
ProPolymer® HAZ-LO flashlights were tested to, and received safety rating approval
based on, the more stringent requirements of the ANSI/UL 913 7th Edition CAN/CSA
C22.2 No. 157-92 intrinsic safety standard from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and
Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC).
The ANSI/UL 913 standard is the intrinsic safety standard used for electrical and
electronic equipment for use in Division 1 hazardous locations.
Q: Why were these flashlights developed?
A: Streamlight created these lights to address the needs of our most demanding endusers. In fact, some of the features in these new lights were developed in response to
comments made by our customers looking for higher performance from Division 1 rated
lights.
We also developed these lights to meet the more stringent requirements of the 7th
Edition of the ANSI/UL 913 standard. As a result, these lights are made of a more
durable material that has enhanced corrosion-resistance and anti-static properties.
Q: What criteria does UL use when testing to the 7th Edition ANSI/UL 913 intrinsic
safety standard?
A: UL tests for a number of things as part of the ANSI/UL 913 intrinsic safety standard
for electrical and electronic equipment used in Division 1 hazardous locations. The new
criteria mean that products are now held to even more stringent requirements.
One of the new requirements is that the body material of a light must be anti-static. In
addition, it also must have a mechanical locking mechanism that prevents the battery
compartment from being accessed without the aid of a tool. This feature helps to avoid
batteries being changed out, or the housing from inadvertently being opened, in a
hazardous environment.
Q: Will UL continue testing flashlights to the old standard?
A: It is our understanding that UL will no longer test to the previous editions of the
ANSI/UL 913 standard. All new and existing intrinsically safe flashlights submitted for
review must meet the 7th Edition requirements to receive an intrinsic safety rating. All
manufacturers that carry existing intrinsic safety ratings on their flashlights must have
their files updated and product-tested for compliance with the 7th Edition of this standard
by July 31, 2016.
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Q: What are some of the features of the 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO?
A: The following are some of the features of the 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO, which will
benefit our end-users:
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Constructed of a high-performance, anti-static, thermo-plastic material
Superior resistance to chemicals and solvents used in many industries
Captured locking set screw on the face cap
Visual indicators for proper battery indexing
Mechanical polarity protection — the flashlight will not power on if batteries are
installed incorrectly
Sealed switch housing design protects switch from corrosion caused by battery
leakage
O-ring sealed, dust-proof, water-tight enclosure
Q: What are the features of the 3C ProPolymer HAZ-LO?
A: The 3C ProPolymer HAZ-LO has all the same features of the 3AA ProPolymer HAZLO, with the addition of a reinforced pocket clip. Its larger size makes it ideally suited for
applications where gloves are typically worn.
In addition, it is brighter and has a longer run time than our other ProPolymer lights.
Q: Has anything else been done to enhance the durability of these products?
A: In addition to the other features outlined previously, these flashlights now feature a
single body electronic LED module that has been mechanically attached to the electronic
assembly. This is a change from the 2-part module that was glued, which makes the
new module more durable and highly resistant to damage from impact.
Q: Why is a captured locking set screw important?
A: A captured locking set screw ensures the screw will not back out. This is important to
prevent foreign object debris (FOD) in aviation and food processing markets, as well as
to prevent users from inadvertently not using this important safety-critical component.
In addition, the set screw goes into a metal tray that evenly distributes pressure and
protects the flashlight body from over-tightening of the set screw.
Q: Are these new lights additions to the current line of ProPolymers, or do they
replace existing lights?
A: Both of these higher-performing lights are replacements for existing lights we
currently offer.
The 3AA ProPolymer® HAZ-LO will replace the 4AA ProPolymer® Lux Div 1 flashlight.
This light will have a new product number and be available in the December time frame.
The 3C ProPolymer® HAZ-LO will supersede the 3C ProPolymer® Lux Div 1 and Div 2
lights. The current product numbers (33602, 33702, 33242 and 33342) will continue to
be used, and will change over to the new flashlight in the first quarter of 2013.
Q: Will fewer batteries in the 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO impact its performance
compared to the 4AA?
A: The output and performance of the 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO is not impacted
because it has 3 “AA” batteries instead of 4. In fact, the run time of the 3AA ProPolymer
HAZ-LO is exactly the same as the 4AA ProPolymer Lux Div 1 — 6 hours to 10% of
initial lumen output and 4 hours regulated output.
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The 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO flashlight uses a 4.5 Volt circuit. Each AA battery is 1.5
volts. Adding a fourth battery and driving a total of 6 Volts through the circuit would not
improve the performance or run time of the 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO.
In addition, the 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO will actually help save customers 25% on both
battery purchasing and recycling costs.
Q: Is there a difference in run time for the 3C ProPolymer HAZ-LO when compared
to the 3C ProPolymer® Lux flashlights it is replacing?
A: Yes. The 3C ProPolymer HAZ-LO provides 4 hours of regulated run time at 150
lumens, with a total run time of 18 hours down to 10 percent of the total lumen output (15
lumens).
Q: How bright are these new lights?
A: The new 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO and the 3C ProPolymer HAZ-LO flashlights are
among the brightest intrinsically safe lights available. Both lights feature C4® LED
technology. The 3AA light will be 120 lumens and have 14,000 candela peak beam
intensity — an increase from the measured output of 100 lumens and 4,200 candela for
the 4AA ProPolymer Lux Div 1.
The 3C light will be 150 lumens and 7,000 candela peak beam intensity, much brighter
than the 44 lumens and 3,500 candela of the previous 3C ProPolymer Lux Div 1 and Div
2 lights.
Q: Will the products be available in the same colors as the lights they are
replacing?
A: The 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO will be available in yellow, black and ATEX orange.
The 3C version will be available in yellow and ATEX orange.
Q: Will the ProPolymer lights being replaced by these new lights still be available
for purchase?
A: In the case of the 4AA ProPolymer Lux Div 1, yes. The 68602 and 68702 product
numbers will remain available after the 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO is introduced.
The new 3C ProPolymer HAZ-LO will supersede the previous versions, including both
the Division 1 and Division 2 rated lights (Product #s: 33602, 33702, 33242 and 33342).
The part numbers will remain available, and the transition to the new 3C ProPolymer
HAZ-LO will occur during the first quarter of 2013.
Q: Is the existing 4AA ProPolymer Lux Div 2 still available?
A: Yes. This flashlight remains available for purchase.
Q: What are the costs for the 3AA ProPolymer HAZ-LO and 3C ProPolymer HAZLO?
A: The prices for each flashlight will be set at a slight premium when compared to the
prices of the flashlights they are replacing.
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