Brunton 26 Watt Foldable Solar Array
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Description of Brunton 26 Watt Foldable Solar Array
The next generation of Solaris foldable technology is here. CIGS (Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide) is the most efficient thin film solar technology available. By maximizing performance while optimizing portability, it makes the Solaris 26 the most compact high output model available. The built-in blocking diode prevents reverse battery discharge. Provides a lightweight, compact design that includes; Storage Sack, Vehicle outlet cable, Multi-link cable, Battery clamp cable. One Year Warranty. Contact us for Customer Service, Technical and any other question at 1-800-443-4871 (or) support@brunton.comRepresenting the next generation of solar panel technology, the Solaris 26 maximizes performance while taking up virtually no space at all. The unit's multi-section design folds up into a compact footprint that's just a bit larger than a DVD case, while still delivering an impressive 26 watts of power, more than enough to charge a laptop or digital video camera or power a satellite or cell phone. In addition, the unit's high-performance CIGS solar cells--the most efficient thin-film solar technology available--are extremely reliable, with a design that instinctively converts incident sunlight into an electrical current, even in low-light conditions. The combined functions make this an ideal panel for camping trips, hikes, power outages, and other occasions when it helps to have a portable power source on hand.
The Solaris 26, which measures 21.5 by 37.5 inches when open and 11 by 8.5 inches when folded, includes a battery clamp cable for charging car batteries, along with vehicle outlet and multi-linking cables. It's also backed by a one-year warranty.
What's in the Box?
Solaris 26 foldable solar panel, vehicle outlet cable, multi-linking cable, battery clamp cable, storage sack, user's manual.
Sports reviews of Brunton 26 Watt Foldable Solar Array
Customer Review: More energy than I expected
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I bought this with the Xantrex Technologies 852-2070 XPower PowerPack Energy Pack for the inverter and energy storage. They complement each other really well. The panel is able to collect a great amount of energy and keep things running for hours.Customer Review: Super
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I was able to charge my mobile in 2h in full sunshine and my small tv. I am really happy of it.Customer Review: Great portable panel for car camping
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
Had to take a deep breath before clicking the buy button on this one but very glad I did. The panel comes folded in a small than expected pouch with a variety of aligator clips and charging connectors. I installed a Brunton Charge Controller Brunton Solar Controller Battery Charge Monitor on my Optima Yellow Top battery (by "installed" I mean I unscrewed two screws, inserted the connectors, and screwed them back in) and can connect to the panel to keep my battery topped off while camping. You'll have to do the math for yourself but I've been able to run an Engel 17 fridge and a 55W camp light (couple hours a night) without starting the car for a couple days.
The way I see it:
54 Amp Hr deep cycle battery
3 amp fridge running 25% of the time = 18 amp hrs
4.5 amp light running 2 hours a night = 9 amp hrs
Solar produces 2 amps for 6 hours (conservative estimate, I think) = 12 amp hrs back in
End of Day 1 (27 Ah out, 12 in) = 39 amp hrs left
End of Day 2 = 24 amp hrs left
End of Day 3 = 9 amp hrs left
Okay, starting on Day 3 might be a long shot but I'll update here after a longer stay.
The panel's easy to mount for optimal sun exposure. I've found that some of those bungees with balls on the ends work perfectly to mount on the hood with the top two around the antenna and wiper and the bottom (front) two slid into the grooves of the popped hood. During the afternoon or morning, I hang it off the side from the roof rack.
Customer Review: works very well, lightweight
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
I live off-grid, and have been researching solar chargers for two years...it works perfectly for iPods, handheld games (we only have the Nintendo DS), cell phones, and battery chargers (AAA and AA)...i hope to use it with my mac laptop, but cannot find a car/lighter type charger (am still looking!)...it also works well even with long term haze or some clouding...if interested, I recommend to put this item in your shopping cart and watch the prices, i've seen it from $299 to well over $400, so unless you need it asap, you can buy it when the price falls.Customer Review: It works
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
I bought this for a camping trip. I would be gone for a week, and wanted to make sure my phones stayed charged. Even in somewhat cloudy conditions it charged my phones. I have an Iphone and HTC Touch. I could not charge both at the same time, but it worked great one at a time.