Solar Chargers
Different solar chargers provide different quantities of electricity and are thus suitable for different types of equipment.
Solar Chargers of Different Capacities
There are also different types of solar chargers for different purposes. A solar charger which will work great on your yacht is not necessarily going to be ideal for a mountaineering expedition.
Here you can see some of the different types of solar chargers available on the market today, and what their features and capabilities are.
Sunsei 71015 SE-24000 400-Watt 16.5-Volt Solar Panel Generator
These solar panels can be installed on rooftops of cabins, cottages, RVs or boats. They will produce up to 400 watts and can charge several batteries at the same time. They are designed aerodynamically so as to reduce drag and stand up to high levels of vibration on moving vehicles (such as RVs or boats). Several panels can be connected in seconds, without any need for tools or rewiring. When your solar panel is charging, a built-in indicator blinks to notify you. The long-term energy savings, along with the reduced environmental impact, can be well worth the initial cost.
Brunton SOLARIS 52 CIGS Foldable Solar Panel (Black/Silver, 12 Volt)
If you want to take your laptop or your camera with you on your next off-grid camping trip or other adventure, this foldable solar charger can provide enough electricity to fit the bill.
Brunton's new Solaris 52 Solar Battery Charger uses modern thin film solar technology for efficient charging. It can produce up to 52 watts of electricity, and can charge devices such as laptops, cameras, and even DVD players.
Brunton Flexible Solar Module (14 Watt)
Another device from Brunton is the Brunton SolarRoll. While it doesn't supply quite the same amount of energy as the Brunton Solaris 52 above, 14 watts is not bad either. This one doesn't fold, though - it rolls.
This was the first flexible solar panel ever to be available on the market. It can be stored in a convenient tube and carried easily on top of your backpack. Whether you are using it for a moutaineering expedition or for a family camping trip, it will come in handy, deliveryng enough electricity to run a satellite phone (an essential part of any mountaineer's survival kit), charge a laptop (though not as quickly as the Brunton Solaris 52), or run a video camera.
Several Brunton SolarRolls can be linked together, in order to increase their power output. Brunton SolarRolls are constructed to be both lightweight and durable, and their thin-film solar cells are designed to be effective even in low-light conditions.
The SolarRoll, which measures 12 by 57 inches when open and weighs a mere 17 ounces, includes a battery clamp cable for charging car batteries, along with a vehicle outlet cable and multi-linking cable. It's also backed by a one-year warranty.
Black/Silver Voltaic Solar Panel Backpack
The solar panels installed in the back of this daypack will provide enough energy to charge most portable consumer electronics (though not enough for laptop computers).
Ideal for a weekend hike or a short off-grid excursion, the Voltaic 1001 solar powered backpack has enough pockets connectors to charge several devices at once. The waterproof, scratch resistant, and UV resistant solar panels can generate up to 4 watts of electricity. They are lightweight and tough, designed to withstand rough use. It would be difficult to break one of the solar panels by leaning on the bag, dropping it, etc. But even if you do, the solar cells can be replaced.
Lenses on Specific Types of Solar Chargers
To find more detailed information on different varieties of solar chargers, you can study our lenses on the specific types of solar chargers which are available.-
Hybrid Solar Chargers
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A hybrid solar charger can collect power from the sun, or from an ordinary wall socket. Its battery can then be used to charge your electronic devices and equipment.
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Solar Laptop Chargers
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Are you planning an expedition or some other adventure into the wild, but you need to take your laptop with you? Fortunately, the solar energy industry is catching up with the computer industry. It's now more possible than ever to charge your laptop...
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Solar Chargers for Camping
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You can take your electronics with you when you are camping without access to power grids. You simply need to get the right type of solar charger for your equipment and needs.
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Solar Battery Chargers
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Solar Battery Chargers use the power of the sun to charge your batteries when you are away from regular power grids, in the wilderness, on the go, or when you just want to save electrical costs or make a small contribution to the fight against pollut...
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Plug 'n' Play Solar Chargers
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Plug-n-play solar chargers have recently come on the market, putting solar power within the reach of just about anyone. You no longer have to be tech savvy in order to harness solar power.
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