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ESI 130 Self - Powered Timing Light

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Color Factory
Light Source Type Led
Power Source Battery Powered
Brand ES
Item Weight 11.2 ounces

About this item

  • Accurate up to at least 14, 000 RPM
  • For 2 or 4 cycle engines, all ignition systems
  • Protective heat sleeving withstands high temps (1200F)
  • Standard lead length 4 feet
  • Bright flash at all speeds
  • Requires 2 D cell batteries
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The original battery powered timing light, built with quality to last. There is no need to connect to a 12 volt battery for power. This unit is powered by two “D” cell flashlight batteries. Great tool for marine, smowmobile, industrial, racing engines and other small engine timing. Don’t accept a copy.

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    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    209 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance, lighting and battery of the timing light. For example, they mention it works well, it's easy to use and it comes with decent batteries. That said, they're happy with convenience, and quality. Opinions are mixed on brightness.

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    27 customers mention23 positive4 negative

    Customers like the performance of the timing light. They mention that it works well, right out of the box, and on any other engine. Some say that the light is not as bright as they'd like, but it works enough under a hood. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and quality of the product.

    "Very bright and does a good job," Read more

    "...I installed a new HEI distributor in my NOVA and timing light it worked great...." Read more

    "...Not quite as bright as I'd like, but it works well enough under a hood...." Read more

    "...This one is a good, solid value; it flashes on every spark-plug firing event well above 4,000 RPM..." Read more

    14 customers mention14 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the lighting of the timing light. They mention that it's better built, has decent batteries, and has a great design. Some say that the light is bright and reliable.

    "Very bright and does a good job," Read more

    "...Nice bright light. The lens is protected by a rubber housing on the end of the light so it would be very difficult to accidentally scratch it...." Read more

    "...This timing light is better built, and came with decent batteries installed...." Read more

    "Great timing light. Love the slim form factor which takes up less space in the box...." Read more

    9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the battery of the tool. They mention that it is powered by batteries, so there is no need to hook it up to the car. Some appreciate the fact that it runs on 2 "D" cells, which are supplied.

    "...Because it is DCell battery powered there is no need to hook it up to the car battery...." Read more

    "...And the self-powered feature means I don't have clamp-on power leads dangling inconveniently off the vehicle's battery...." Read more

    "...It worked great, very convenient since it's self powered and just the single wire, and it doesn't matter if it's a 6 volt or 12 volt system...." Read more

    "...This timing light is better built, and came with decent batteries installed...." Read more

    8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

    Customers find the kitchen product easy to use and simple. They say the included documentation works well enough for tech support.

    "...Haven't had to call for tech support, but the included documentation works well enough...." Read more

    "...Done.It is easy and helpful to :find a way of lowering the ambient lighting on the very area to test,..." Read more

    "Easy to use and heavy duty construction. A quality tool. Comes with batteries. Great for motorcycles too." Read more

    "The timing light is very handy and easy to use, my only complaint is the light isn't nearly bright enough , that's the only reason I gave it three..." Read more

    6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

    Customers find the tool very handy and convenient to have. They also say it works great and is self-powered.

    "...It worked great, very convenient since it's self powered and just the single wire, and it doesn't matter if it's a 6 volt or 12 volt system...." Read more

    "Very smart design, very convenience for vehicle that hard to access to battery, best for Van, RV," Read more

    "Very handy tool to have. I use it on my 3 classic cars." Read more

    "Super handy..." Read more

    5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the kitchen tool. They mention it has heavy duty construction, and feels very solid. Some say that it's made in Chicago, Illinois.

    "...are generally the most fragile parts of timing lights, and this one is rugged. Best one I've owned." Read more

    "...It is made in Chicago Illinois and feels very solid. Comes with 2 industrial grade Rayovac size D batteries installed. Very happy with this tool." Read more

    "Bought this because it seemed high quality and it was. So I will have it for a long time...." Read more

    "Easy to use and heavy duty construction. A quality tool. Comes with batteries. Great for motorcycles too." Read more

    5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the value of the kitchen tool. They mention that it's worth the purchase price, and is a solid value. Some mention that the manual is frugal but enough.

    "...Another benefit is that it is made in the USA. In my opinion worth the purchase price." Read more

    "...This one is a good, solid value; it flashes on every spark-plug firing event well above 4,000 RPM..." Read more

    "...to plug in another thing into 110V; the little manual/guide page is frugal but enough; it is made in USA...." Read more

    "...Now, I check prices there first on about all I buy. Prime is a great value!" Read more

    14 customers mention8 positive6 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the brightness of the kitchen timer. Some mention that it's bright enough to see in daylight, while others say that it is not very bright and hard to see a timing mark outside in bright sun.

    "I really like this timing light. The brightness of the strobe is plenty bright enough to see during the day in the garage...." Read more

    "...Several people mention the light wasn't very bright and found the light to be adequate in my shop environment and maybe in bright sunlight it, not..." Read more

    "...It's bright enough to see...." Read more

    "...The light indicator is bright and has good coverage." Read more

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    Rich
    5.0 out of 5 stars Battery powered timing light
    Reviewed in Canada on November 9, 2023
    H. Michel
    5.0 out of 5 stars unabhängig von der Auto Batteriespannung
    Reviewed in Germany on October 14, 2021
    j wagstaff
    4.0 out of 5 stars I wanted a good reliable tool to check static and maximum timing on ...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 2, 2017
    de seve louis
    5.0 out of 5 stars l alimentation par elle même
    Reviewed in Canada on October 23, 2020
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    3.0 out of 5 stars Good quality although brightness is a challenge
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 9, 2020