Solar Power Source
By Sean O'Hara
Sure, the Brunton SolarPort 4.4 Portable Power Source isn’t really a tool. However, it could be used to power a tool – at least during the day.
As the name implies, the SolarPort is solar powered, using polycrystalline solar panel construction. With a maximum power output of 4.4 watts at 6V or 12V, 5V USB output at 500mAh, and a 12V vehicle port, its versatility becomes obvious. Charging a cell phone, powering a small radio or putting a touchup on that fading cordless drill battery could be useful applications for the SolarPort. Other features include:
- Can be used in multi-unit series for additional power output
- Hinged case measures 9 1/4″ x 6″ x 1 1/2″ when closed
- Weighs 19 oz
- Includes Brunton BattJack(tm) charger for AA & AAA NiMH and NiCad batteries
The SolarPort 4.4 is part of a full small line of solar powered units from Brunton, and pricing starts at $99.
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June 16th, 2006 at 2:43 pm
That looks like an awesome little device! I would use it as i go camping a lot, I love the outdoors, but i also love my gadgets, I need to take them with me from time to time.
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August 13th, 2007 at 2:08 pm
Earth Satelite
I couldn’t understand some parts of this article, but it sounds interesting