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Closeouts. Brunton's Explorer solar charger keeps your iPod® GPS or smartphone charged in the wilderness and also when traveling overseas, with fast-charging panels that capture 90% solar power, even in low light.
- Four independent solar panels
- USB output charges handheld electronics
- 90% power capture charges devices quickly
- Foldable lightweight design goes anywhere
- Made in China
- Weight: 1 lb.
- Material: Composite and nylon
- Dimensions: Open: 27-1/2x5x1/2" (HxWxD); Folded: 9-1/2x5x1-1/4" (HxWxD)
- Made in China
Average Rating (3 reviews)
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Reviewed by Captain Lee from East Coast ocean and mountains on Wednesday, February 06, 2013Was looking for solar charger that could charge cell phone, headlamp, small GPS, etc. in a wide variety of environments, from boat to backpacking. I'm a professional sailing captain but also spend a lot of recreational time in the mountains. From using solar panels on boats, I know solar panels work in direct proportion to their size, period. The bigger the surface area, the more energy. There are other, fancier chargers out there that charge batteries that then hold a charge to charge your device, but that seems like a lot of extra weight, hassle, and things to go wrong. And their surface area is smaller. This simple device unfolds to reveal a lot of surface area, and has a single USB port to plug into your device. No regulator, no battery, nothing but solar panels. I've only just tried it in the kitchen window so far, but it seemed to start charging my phone ok. Takes a while, but plugging into a 110 outlet this ain't. Seems to be a good rugged design that folds up nicely to slip in a pack.
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Reviewed by Stereo from Charleston, WV on Saturday, September 29, 2012This is great for using my iPhone as a GPS trail tracker and this allows me to recharge anywhere. Love it
- Best Uses: Backcountry, Climbing, Day Trips, Travel, Winter Camping
- Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer
- Pros: Comfortable, Compact, Easy To Set Up
- Was this a gift?: No
- What Is Your Gear Style: Minimalist
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Reviewed by b-ridge from Cheyenne, WY on Monday, September 10, 2012Charges at 1.0A, which isn't enough to charge a tablet device (e.g., iPad). Will show it is charging in cloud cover, but all the devices I used were losing power as they "charged". Can be used to charge one of their battery units, which is great. Strictly for USB devices, which is fine; doesn't offer 12V output to charge a car battery like some more expensive panels.
- Best Uses: Backcountry
- Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer
- Pros: affordable, Easy To Set Up, Easy to Use
- Was this a gift?: No
- What Is Your Gear Style: Minimalist
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Question “Can it be used to charge the Brunton Inspire charge pack.”
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Answer It can be used to charge the Brunton Inspire charge pack.
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Question “Can this charger be attached to a backpack?”
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Answer It may not have been designed with that intention, but I see it has what looks to be 4 attachment points at the corners. I think you could manage to figure a way to attach it to a pack.
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Question “Does it hold a charge or does it have to be in the sun while charging your phone, also can it charge an ipad?”
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Answer It does not hold a charge it has to be exposed to light to charge. It should be able to charge any device using a USB cable.
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Question “How many watts does this generate and also does it come with adaptors???”
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Answer 5v, 1000mA and is USB output only. No adapters. Thanks for asking and have a great day.
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Question “Will this charger charge a 12v closed cell battery?”
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Question “How many watts/volts does it generate? What kind of attachments/plugs does it have? Thanks”
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Answer 5v, 1000mA and is USB output only. Thanks for asking and have a great day.
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Question “Can these be daisy-chained together to supply more power? If yes, are all cables included to do this?”
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Answer The Explorer Portable solar panels can not be linked together. Sorry!
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Question “Estimated output?”
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Answer 5v, 1000mA and is USB output only
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Question “what does the output plug look like? (how do I know if it will work with my devices?)”
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Answer Adaptors may be required for charging devices however charging adaptors can be purchased if found instore or at www.Brunton.com.
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Question “Is there any information regarding the output voltage of the panel? Thanks.”
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Answer Sure, 5v, 1000mA and is USB output only. I hope this helps
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