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Durability, portability, adaptability – The BigBlue SolarPowa 30 is a portable charger ready to keep your most far-flung adventures powered.
This lightweight solar panel folds up to the size of a legal pad at 14.09″ x 8.86″ x 1.69″ weighing in at just 2.4 lbs. The three panels unfold to a width of 26.3″. Which means it is wide enough to soak in the sun’s rays, yet small enough to keep from taking up unreasonable space. With corner eyelets for easy hanging and a built-in kickstand, the SolarPowa 30 is so easy to fan-out, regardless of your terrain.
This direct power device will charge your phone in real-time, or provide juice to a power bank or other gear for later. With this much flexibility, the BigBlue SolarPowa 30 (aka ‘Solar Diva’) is a great addition to overnight trips in the great outdoors.
The panels are highly durable, with a canvas backing and softshell structure, there is little risk of cracking or tearing. The panels are built from a high-efficiency mono-crystalline cell structure, with a high strength fluorine based ETFE layer specifically designed to have a high corrosion resistance. This coating holds up to high temperatures without losing strength.
Portable Solar Charger
The SolarPowa 30 is rated to 30W with VOC of 20.25V and a working capacity of 17.1V and 1.93A. The unit is water resistant, and comes with three power charging ports: USB-A, USB-C, and DC 18.2V/1.6A.
Hands On
This powerful little lightweight solar panel unit was very surprising to unbox. I love the canvas backing, and the monocrystaline silicon face feels so much more durable than some of its rivals. The snaps are in an odd location, right on the fold, however they are sturdy and seem to hold very well. I really appreciate the overall flexibility of the panels, you can lay them on uneven ground, prop them up with the kickstand, or hang them from a vehicle or structure from the built-in eyelets. The unit is light and flexible enough to drape over a tent, and durable enough that you don’t have to hold your breath if it slipped off.
The charging speed is certainly up to the task of keeping your electronic devices powered up. After running a timed experiment charging the same device with the same USB-A cable, I found that the Solar Diva was actually charging about 15% faster than the regular in-wall adapter. The panels transformed mid-morning sun into electricity with superb efficiency.
If you’re looking for an off-grid charger for electronic devices or power banks the SolarPowa30 is a great find, and at $89.99 a great price.
But wait! the Solar Diva is currently on sale at BigBlue for $80.99.
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- VERSATILE 30W SOLAR CHARGER: USB-A and USB-C output ports of this solar charger can provide fast charging for your cellphones, iPad, Switch, power bank, etc. DC output (20V/1.6A) is compatible with some small power stations(less than 200W). This SolarPowa 30 can meet your power demands in an emergency or camping trip.
- UPGRADED ETFE PANELS: Used advanced but latest one-piece lamination technology, BigBlue 30W solar charger combines high-quality ETFE, UV-resistant EVA and efficient solar cells. ETFE is extremely durable and resistant to environmental elements, which is corrosion resistance, and fire retardancy, with a double lifespan compared to other PET solar panels.
- IP65 WATERPROOF LEVEL: Special ETFE surface protects this solar panel charger from occasional rain in unexpected weather, it comes with a higher grade water resistance and dust protection than other solar chargers. Built-in MOS prevents the flow of current from the battery to the solar panel thereby preventing the battery from discharging.
- DURABLE KICKSTAND AND EASY TO USE: Using the kickstand instead of laying the panel flat on the ground allows this folding solar panel to absorb 25% more sunlight. Unfold all the solar panels in outdoor sunlight, then connect your devices to the output ports with certified cable, away from the plug! Note: this portable solar charger can’t store electricity.
- HIGH-EFFICIENCY CONVERSION: This 30w solar phone charger used the monocrystalline solar panel which increases the efficiency of charging by up to 24%. The light transmittance of ETFE panels is up to 95%, you’ll get good quality and high efficiency together. The folding size is 14.09 x 8.86 x 1.69 inches and weighs only 2.4 lbs, this portable solar charger is suitable for camping, hiking, climbing or other outdoor activities.
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Greg is a part time writer for Off Grid Power Boom.