Power on the trail?
The Fuse Solar Charger is a lightweight way to add solar and battery power to any bag. It connects in seconds to bags, tents, bicycles and pretty much any place else you might need solar power.
We came across this really cool solar charging solution for hikers, bikers and strikers and were pleasantly surprised to find that there is a local South African supplier.
While the Fuse delivers 4 Watts of Solar Power: 1 hour in sun = 3 hours talk time and Battery: Up to 19 hours talk time or 48 hours music playback, what sets the Fuse apart is the adaptability. It’s designed to be able to fit to virtually anything with some clever configurable straps and buckles.
Voltaic, the Fuse manufacturers say: ‘The Fuse is equipped with three straps (two 1 inch and one 3/4 inch) and a series of clips. The most important thing to understand is that each part of each clip can be removed from the strap and attached elsewhere. This creates a lot of flexibility. These instructions can be modified to let you attach to a bike rack or tent, etc.’
Check out how the system works in the demo video below.
Currently the price for a 4W unit is R1750-00 VAT inclusive (it will vary according to the exchange rate). Delivery via Berco courier service to major centres in SA, courier charge is R99-00.
But wait there’s more…
Meet the “Fuse” 10 Watt Solar Charger
The 10 Watt is powerful enough to charge your tablets and laptops.
The 10 Watt is powerful enough to charge your tablets and laptops.
10 Watt Fuse will be R3750-00 Vat inclusive + R99-00 for delivery.
These can be ordered from DC Powerhouse SA directly or email [email protected].
For the full product spec list and all the relevant info go to Voltaic’s website.
Solar Charger Specifications
Two 2.0 Watt Solar Panels generate power in sunlight. They are waterproof, lightweight and built to withstand abuse.
Power: 4 Watts total peak output at 6 or 12 Volts (selectable depending on charging application)
Charge times: 4-5 hours in the sun will fully charge a typical phone, 1 hour will provide about 3 hours of talk time.
Power: 4 Watts total peak output at 6 or 12 Volts (selectable depending on charging application)
Charge times: 4-5 hours in the sun will fully charge a typical phone, 1 hour will provide about 3 hours of talk time.
Universal USB Battery stores power for use anytime and is
specially designed to charge efficiently from solar. When not in the
sun, the battery can be charged using the USB Power Cable or
optional AC travel charger or DC car charger making it just as useful
on the grid as off
Charge times: Battery will be fully charged from 7 hours of direct sun, 5.5 hours from USB port on laptop or optional DC or AC
Capacity: 3,000mAh, 11 Watt hour capacity
Output: 5.5V, 600mA via USB port
Input: 4.8-12V, 650 mA
specially designed to charge efficiently from solar. When not in the
sun, the battery can be charged using the USB Power Cable or
optional AC travel charger or DC car charger making it just as useful
on the grid as off
Charge times: Battery will be fully charged from 7 hours of direct sun, 5.5 hours from USB port on laptop or optional DC or AC
Capacity: 3,000mAh, 11 Watt hour capacity
Output: 5.5V, 600mA via USB port
Input: 4.8-12V, 650 mA
Connect to Devices via the USB Port or 5 standard adapters
Bag Specifications
Dimensions: 11.5″ high x 7″ wide x 0.5″ deep (29cm high x 18cm
wide x 4cm deep)
Weight: 1.3 lbs (600 grams) including battery and solar panels
wide x 4cm deep)
Weight: 1.3 lbs (600 grams) including battery and solar panels
Warranty: 2 Year warranty on bag or case, and panels and a 1 year warranty on battery.
