Milwaukee has continued to drive their innovation efforts, by launching a new ONE-KEY M18 Rocket Tower Light 2120-20 ($599) & 2120-22HD ($899) check them out for pre-sale, shipping in October. This new product features their ONE-KEY technology, three-stage adjustable leg design, IP67 and can be adjusted to a height of 65″. The IP67 rating means it’s waterproof up to 3′ and completely sealed, clearly that level of durability adds to the price tag which maybe over built for many people’s budgets but that’s why Milwaukee has so many M18 Lighting solutions for every price point. Compare to the Streamlight Scene Light or Pelican 9480 or Pelican 9430 and the price is inline for the application. We are very interested to learn more about this prodcut ourselves and get to see a demo, in the meantime the full Milwaukee M18 Rocket Tower Light press release is below.
Milwaukee Tool continues to deliver unprecedented innovation for the Utility Industry with the introduction of the new M18™ ROCKET™ Dual Pack Tower Light with ONE-KEY™*. Built to provide unmatched performance, run-time, and ingress protection ideal for Linemen during outages, the new Tower Light has a three-stage adjustable leg design to give users multiple set-up options and can be adjusted to a height of 65” in mere seconds. Capable of running off one or two battery packs, it delivers 5,400 lumens of TRUEVIEW™ High Definition light.
“Adjustable to a max height of 65”, collapsible to a length of 22”, and equipped with 3 different leg deployment options, the M18™ ROCKET™ Dual Pack Tower Light with ONE-KEY™ truly sets the bar for versatility, whether you are working overhead or underground on utilities. This light essentially provides users with an extremely portable 3-in-1 solution for task, area, and elevated lighting depending on the application. For instance, when setup as a tripod it is ideal for situations where elevated lighting is necessary, such as work on utility lines,” said Jason Isaacs, Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool. “Once the light is set up, its dual battery design and run-time customization features through ONE-KEY™ give users ultimate peace of mind that they’ll never be left in the dark.”
Through ONE-KEY™, users will be able to customize, track, and manage their new Tower Light and use their phone to control the light. With the ability to completely control its operation from their phone, users simply set the light and won’t need to access it again until moving it to the next job. From a 100ft range, they can set the runtime which will adjust the output to give them constant illumination for the job at hand, and check the remaining battery charge to know when it’s time to change out the batteries.
The ONE-KEY™ Integrated Tool Tracking functionality will allow users to identify where and when their light was last seen. Records and locations will update when any device with the ONE-KEY™ app comes within 100ft of the Tower Light, allowing the user to quickly pinpoint missing lights. Integrated Tool Security will provide an extra layer of protection to prevent theft and tampering. With Simplified Tool and Equipment Management, users will also have a central place to take inventory of their Tower Light and all other tools and equipment, and keep detailed records of all inventory to easily build a budget and manage spend.
The Tower Light features TRUEVIEW™ Technology, which utilizes the most advanced LED technology and optical designs to deliver a consistent beam, optimized color temperature, and true representation of colors and detail leading to a more productive work area.
Built to thrive in the toughest conditions, the Tower Light features a durable high-impact polycarbonate lens that delivers superior impact durability, and is IP67 ingress protected from dust and waterproof up to 1 meter. A sealed battery box ensures batteries are kept dry at all times. As with all Milwaukee® high output LED lights, the M18™ ROCKET™ Dual Pack Tower Light with ONE-KEY™ also features a limited lifetime LED warranty, and a 5-year warranty on the product.
From the power plant, through transmission and distribution, it is Milwaukee’s goal to improve productivity, reliability, and safety for Linemen by offering performance-driven, cordless solutions on one battery platform. Powered by Milwaukee RED LITHIUM batteries, the new M18™ ROCKET™ Dual Pack Tower Light with ONE-KEY™ has a run-time up to 26 hours** and is compatible with the M18™ cordless system, now offering more than 150 power tool products.
*ONE-KEY™ is the first digital platform for tools and equipment. By integrating industry-leading tool electronics with a custom-built cloud based program, ONE-KEY™ provides a new level of control and access to information that revolutionizes the way work gets done. The ability to customize, track, and manage through ONE-KEY™ fundamentally changes the way users interact with their tools.
**when equipped with an M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH DEMAND™ 9.0 Battery Pack
Specifications
5400 Lumens on High (7 hours of run-time)
3100 Lumens on Medium (12.5 hours of run-time)
1600 Lumens on Low (26 hours of run-time)
Extension Height: 65”
Length: 22”
Weight: 24 lbs
IP67 rated: Water and Dust Proof
Available: October 2017
MSRP: 2120-22HD $899 (kit); 2120-20 $599 (bare tool)
