The rugged WorkStar® 224 is designed for technicians for daily use in a demanding shop, manufacturing and maintenance environments. the tough T6 aluminum body has Type II anodizing and is virtually indestructible. the anodizing is a bright shade of violet, so it is easily identified. Knurled surfaces provide good grip and look smart. Threaded joints have rubber O-ring seals so it is water resistant. the rugged tailcap switch is rated at 100,000 cycles and is sealed to avoid contamination by dirt and grit. In addition, the switch has the standard ON/OFF operation, plus a handy momentary action position.