Nowadays even the most basic traveller needs some sort of device charger for off the road journeys, and this is where the BioLite SolarPanel 5+ comes in. This simple gadget uses BioLite’s Optimal Sun System which is basically a sundial that aligns with the sun to get the maximum power output to charge your device.
This design features a 2200 mAh battery that can be pre-charged for enough juice to power one full phone charge – which is super handy when you’re off the grid. The inbuilt 360° Kickstand enables you to stand it on a flat surface or hang it off a tree, tent or table.
The 5+ model stores energy in its integrated battery so you can attach it to the back of your pack when you’re out trekking during the day and charge your devices at night. This is a great bit of gear for the tech-head who gets twitchy without an electronic device at hands reach!
Enough energy to charge a standard smartphone when fully charged
Energy output on par with any phone charger
Kickstand works in any direction
Can charge anything with a USB port
External Dimensions:
25.7L x 20.8W x 2.4W cm
Packed Dimensions:
25.7L x 20.8W x 2.4W cm
Weight:
0.390 Kg
Material:
Plastic | Monocrystalline Panel
Waterproof:
IPX4
Output Power:
5W/hr @ peak sunlight
Batteries:
2200mAh Li−ion
Suggested Use:
Camping | Travel | Hiking
Warranty:
1 Year
Supplier Code:
SPA1001
Snowys Code:
136060
Reviews
(2)
4.02
Q&A's (3)
How many times can then panel charge my phone on one full single charge??1 answer
N/A
George - Helensburgh(4 years ago)
G'day George,
The battery in the SolarPanel 5 is 2200mAh, so this will be able to run a full charge for some phones, however if you have a relatively new model phone it may not provide a full charge (there are some phone on the market with 3000-3500mAh batteries). We'd suggest using the panel to charge your phone during the day and then use the stored energy in the battery to just top it up at night.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Best set up for charging phone?1 answer
Not sure which is the best set up for keeping my phone charged while camping - the solar panel with the battery or the one without the battery and a seperate USB battery power pack?
Karen - Logan(6 years ago)
G'day Karen.
Great question, you could get the Biolite SolarePanel 5 with the inbuilt battery and not need to purchase anything else, or you could get the Biolite SolarPanel 5 and a separate USB power pack that you could charge from a wall charger too. It's really up to you, and whether you already have a pre-existing battery pack.
Leece - Snowys(6 years ago)
Use to power LED strip light?2 answers
Looking into lighting. Can the biolite power an LED strip light. Could you recommend lighting solution. Avoiding gas as i have young kids and tired of poor battery powered lanterns. Not looking to run a fridge at this stage. Power for lightning only. Thanks guys
Daniel - Central Coast(6 years ago)
G'day Daniel,
This is a complex question which I'll try to answer in words.
The Biolite Solar Panel 5 is only a 5W panel (at peak sunlight) with 2200mAh Li-ion battery capacity. Unfortunately, I don't think it's the right product for what you're trying to do. Depending on the draw of your LED lighting, you may, but very unlikely be able to power it through the USB connection (many variables here). This Biolite panel is primarily designed for small electronic devices (phones, cameras, GPS units etc). It definitely doesn't have enough kick however to power a fridge.
Would you mind giving our customer support team a call on 1300 914 007 to chat through some options in regards to what can work for you here? They'd be interested in knowing a bit more about the detail of what you're trying to do and how we can get can the right product for you.