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MinerShop Blog / Flashlights

fluorescent mineral specimen of tugtupite, sodalite

Common Questions About Fluorescent Minerals – An FAQ Guide

Fluorescent minerals can be fascinating to those who discover these hidden treasures and they often raise various questions. Here are some common questions related to fluorescent minerals.
Posted on November 06, 2023
Tagged: Collecting Minerals, Flashlights, Fluorescent Lights, Minerals
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NiteLite - A Dual-Wave UV 365nm and White Light Flashlight

NiteLite - A Dual-Wave UV 365nm and White Light Flashlight

The NiteLite is a dual-wave light, with both 365nm UV and a bright white light. White light mode is as bright as any flashlight you would want when prospecting at night with a wide floody beam. You can easily navigate tough terrains, and at the click of a button, switch between white light and UV.
Posted on June 27, 2023
Tagged: Flashlights
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A clam fossil with honey calcite crystals under UV light

What are the most common fluorescent minerals to be found with a 365nm UV flashlight?

What are the most common fluorescent minerals to be found with a 365nm UV flashlight? We’ve come up with a list of fluorescent minerals as a starting point. Fluorescent ruby, honey calcite, green opal, aragonite, fluorite, etc.
Posted on June 13, 2023
Tagged: Collecting Minerals, Flashlights, Minerals
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What Kind of UV Flashlight Do I Need? (365nm versus 390/395/400nm Unfiltered UV Flashlights)

What Kind of UV Flashlight Do I Need? (365nm versus 390/395/400nm Unfiltered UV Flashlights)

This is an educational post, directed towards folks new to the hobby. There has been discussion in our FB group lately about using cheapie 39Xnm flashlights for fluorescent minerals. 
Posted on June 06, 2023
Tagged: Flashlights
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Convoy Type S2+ 365nm Flashlight Torch Review, The Most Significant Innovation in UV Mineral Lights

Convoy Type S2+ 365nm Flashlight Torch Review, The Most Significant Innovation in UV Mineral Lights

This post was made over four years ago. Since that time it has become outdated. There is a new light - the Convoy FyrFly which is significantly brighter and a major next-generation of an already excellent light.
Posted on February 27, 2023
Tagged: Flashlights
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FyrFly Convoy C8 365nm UV Flashlight - The Next Generation Convoy - an Original Design by Group Cons

FyrFly Convoy C8 365nm UV Flashlight - The Next Generation Convoy - an Original Design by Group Cons

Reinventing the Convoy for the Fluorescent Mineral hobby 
Posted on February 27, 2023
Tagged: Flashlights
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BATTERIES - Selecting the Proper Battery for your 365nm UV Flashlight, Convoy S2, Convoy C8, FyrFly

BATTERIES - Selecting the Proper Battery for your 365nm UV Flashlight, Convoy S2, Convoy C8, FyrFly

Buy only from trusted dealers and manufacturers.
Posted on February 27, 2023
Tagged: Flashlights
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