Bug Out Solar Power

The width and height measurements of the solar power bank are almost the same as the easypower 5 4 x3 0.

Bug out solar power.

The sunjack portable solar charger in action. One of my new favorites and one that i ve added to my bug out bag is the sunjack portable solar charger. The non reflective photovoltaic solar panels are sturdy enough to take the general knocks and spills. The wakawaka power is another small easy to carry solar kit that can slip inside just about any bug out bag or edc kit.

It turns out those couple ounces must all be the extra battery. Just like any quality kit a proper solar system is an investment which is also why i prefer a portable kit that uses a folding solar blanket. The stand out feature of the solar power bank is the 10 000mah internal battery. By choosing wisely you can cut down on the size and weight of your power system and have almost unlimited power.

Things that supply power take up weight and space in your bug out bag. You can use the charger to charge iphones ipads android phones gps devices cameras and more. One bad thing about electronics. They re typically smaller and more portable than solar panels which can t store power unless plugged into a separate power pack making them a good option for your bug out bag or other occasions when weight and pack size is a consideration.

When unfolded the panel measures 68 x 36 inches and only 12 6 inches square when folded. The problem is many of them are cheaply made or take forever to actually charge anything. It does take a bit longer to charge which is to be expected with these smaller panel units but once fully charged it holds enough power to charge a smartphone in about 2 hours. It can charge devices even in low light conditions thanks to the mppt maximum power point tracker technology included.

A solar power bank consists of a small solar panel mounted on a large battery to store power. Like i said i ve tested a ton of different solar chargers and backup power devices. Get all of my van build stuff here. The solar panel can open at a 225 degree angle.

400 watt bendable solar panels system install on bug out van. Solar power bank vs solar panel. The bugout 8 000 mah solar charger and power bank will make sure that you never run out of juice for all of your electronic devices no matter where you are.