Re: [Paddlewise] Cyalume Lightsticks also expire

From: <HTERVORT_at_aol.com>
Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2000 19:29:15 EST
In a message dated 1/4/00 6:58:07 PM Pacific Standard Time, wamckenz_at_gte.net 
writes:

> I did not determine the expiration date but instead marked the "purchase"
>  date in permanent marker.  If the foil stays intact, I will assume they 
will
>  last for 2 or 3 years.  You are right that they must stay in the wrapper.
>  

Actually, after putting my "helper" glasses on and getting in better light, I 
found that the Cyalume Safety-Lights *do* have what appears to be an 
expiration date incorporated in the serial numbered I mentioned previously.  
The last digits on the one I am now looking at are:  / 5 EX 8/02.  I assume 
this means an August 2002 expiration, or about 3 years.

The http://www.omniglow.com/ FAQ states that you can expect a shelf life of 1 
to 4 years, depending on the product.  Unfortunately, they don't list the 
shelf life for their various products.  And Yes, you must keep them in the 
undamaged wrapping to assure that they will work.  Interestingly, they state 
that the lightsticks are affected by moisture, not light.

Harold
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