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When you want real portable power, the kind you can put on your back without breaking it, you'll find it right here.
We test it. We use it. So we can recommend it.
Here's how this works...
Use the table below to identify the equipment that matches your needs.
The "Device Scores" in the right hand column help estimate the total amount of charging power you will need for your equipment. The scores are based on what power is required to charge a device, not how long it takes to charge it.
Then, compare your device score total to the various packages' "Daily Score" to see which one(s) is the best fit.
Do you need a solar storage battery pack?
We recommend one for optimum performance & flexibility of the system, but if the panel is providing the power format your need (check its page for details), then you can always go solar-direct.
Example:
Consider a dSLR digital camera. The device score is 15. If you drain your dSLR battery every day, then the power system you choose will need a 'Daily Score' of at least 15. However, if you normally charge your camera battery every 3 days, then your power system will only need a 'Daily Score' of 5, and you will top-off your camera battery each day from a smaller system. Budgeting your power needs in this way will result in a smaller, more affordable power system.
Need help? Email your equipment list with days between rechargings to us, and we will do the rest.
Package
Solar panel
+ Solar Storage Battery
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Total
Weight
(gm) |
Daily
Score |
Supports
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Device Scores
(and power format typically needed. ie 12V car) |
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Ultralights
When every ounce counts |
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iPod Nano (USB): 2
Cell Phone (USB/12V): 3
iPhone (USB): 7
2xAAA (USB/12V): 3
2xAA (USB/12V): 8
4xAA (12V): 16
GPS (USB/12V): 10
Sat Phone (12V): 14
Mini Camera (12V): 5
Small Camera (12V): 10
dSLR Camera (12V): 15
Handy Cam (12V): 20
Pro Video (12V): 45
Computers (1 Hour)
NetBook (12V/16V+): 20
Laptop (12V/16V+): 30
(computer note: a 12V battery requires a car adaptor capable of matching your computer's voltage & power needs.)
See our list of battery chargers for AA, AAA, C, & D batteries that work from USB & 12V
We have a huge selection of 12V camera battery chargers for use with any of these systems that indicate 12V support |
U1. PowerFilm USB |
190 |
4 |
AA, USB |
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U2. SunLINQ USB Mini
+ Solio Mono |
280 |
6 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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U3. SunLINQ USB Plus
+ Solio Mono |
345 |
12 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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U4. SunLINQ USB Plus
+ Brunton Inspire |
420 |
12 |
AA, USB |
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U5. SunLINQ 6.5
+ Novuscell 24 |
470 |
20 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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The Marines
Best for kayaks & boats |
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M1. PowerFilm R-7
+ Novuscell 24 |
610 |
20 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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M2. PowerFIlm R-7
+ Brunton Sync
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750 |
20 |
AA, USB |
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M3. PowerFilm R-14
+ Novuscell 50 |
1210 |
40 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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M4. PowerFilm R-21
+ Brunton Sustain
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1820 |
60 |
AA, USB, 12V, Laptop |
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M5. PowerFilm R-28
+ Brunton Sustain
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2050 |
80 |
AA, USB, 12V, Laptop |
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Trekkers
When you need more power |
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T1. PowerFilm F10
+ Novuscell 24 |
600 |
25 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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T2. SunLINQ 12
+ Novuscell 50 |
930 |
35 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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T3. PowerFilm F20
+ Brunton Sustain
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1350 |
55 |
AA, USB, 12V, Laptop |
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Base Camp
More power for more people
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C1. PowerFilm F30
+ Brunton Sustain
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1570 |
80 |
AA, USB, 12V, Laptop |
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C2. PowerFilm F60
+ Novuscell C150
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3020 |
165 |
AA, USB, 12V, Laptop |
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Economy
When cost outweighs weight |
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E1. Brunton Explorer
+ Brunton Inspire
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640 |
15 |
AA, USB |
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E2. Wagan ePanel 6
+ OP-4
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2090 |
20 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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E3. Wagan ePanel 12
+ OP-7
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3310 |
35 |
AA, USB, 12V, Laptop |
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E4. Wagan ePanel 20
+ OP-12
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5870 |
60 |
AA, USB, 12V, Laptop |
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E5. Wagan ePanel 30
+ OP-18
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11970 |
90 |
AA, USB, 12V, Laptop |
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Backpacks
Grab & go |
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Voltaic Converter Plus |
1465 |
10 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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Voltaic Backpack Plus |
1755 |
10 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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Juice Bag Plus |
1770 |
15 |
AA, USB, 12V |
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* The scores used in the table above are designed to help in the selection of an appropriate power system, and solar variability in mobile applications has been used in their creation. However, all equipment varies somewhat, as do expedition destinations. If you are planning a trip to an odd location, &/or during an off-peak time of year, please email us the details, and we will make sure your power system will do the job for you.
** Weights are approximate, and are meant for comparison purposes. |
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