text: 40 6mm 9ft Extension Cable with Carabiner pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2013-08-15 2012-07-29 3.5 3.3 3 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Camping Car camping Lighting multi locations Travel No splice version Only one length Enthusiast Power user Personal Adjustable clip Good length Rugged Versatile Water tight connectors No 2 0 false false 1 1 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/32/40-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/32/40-en_US-1-questions.html 34257329 27467230 Approved 2012-07-29 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Perfect for sharing with a tent neighbor 5 No Good Length Rugged Power User Personal Camping recommended This extension cord is the perfect length for sharing power with a tent neighbor; we recently used it to put a spare Light-a-Light in our niece's tent chained off of our Escape 150 and the Light-a-Life (LaL) in our tent. It was the perfect length (about the same as the LaL's attached cable) and it worked out great for our trip. The cord has the same carabiner as the LaL and the extension connector is well-made and looks to be fairly weather resistant. Craig the Camper Bellefonte, PA 3176281 Approved My only gripe is that my order was estimated to arrive July 3-4 but ended up not shipping until around July 13th after I sent an email to Goal Zero, so I doubt I would order from their store if I had an immediate need for the product. Thanks for sharing the love! recommended Light-a-Life http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/18//6:6/ order_id 7534 42927275 36864244 Approved 2013-07-27 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer I did not receive 1 i did not received this item mrodriguak Anchorage, Alaska 4028456 order_id 14033 43318619 37502603 Approved 2013-08-15 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Now if it only came in multiple lengths 4 Water Tight Connectors Rugged Good Length Versatile Adjustable Clip No Only One Length No Splice Version Enthusiast Personal Travel Car Camping Lighting Multi Locations recommended Last I checked I have about 6-8 of these to use with my 4 Light-A-Lifes. I have figured how to use a handheld 10,000 mAh battery with 12V & USB outputs to power these lights in addition to my Escape 150, so can take the lights backpacking. They are light enough carrying a few allows for more lighting options than a normal battery or propane/butane powered lantern. These cables feature water tight connections, good quality wires and an adjustable clip. Add a couple velcro strips or Nite Ize Gear Ties and you can get creative with hanging and keeping the cords up in the branches so they won't be under foot in the dark. Using a 12V Cigarette splitter I have put one LAL in the tent and others outside. I just wish they came in a splitter version to avoid all I had to go to for that to work and that there were longer lengths available. The LALs throw enough light I tend to use two or three extension cords between them, especially in areas without a lot of trees or other obstacles. I would pay twice the retail for something 3-4 times as long (cord far cheaper than connectors and clip). Brad in VA Vienna, VA 987449 2012-09-23T01:47:17 PRE_SALE Pook Kapolei, Hawaii I want to know if you will be making a longer extension cord, like 15 to 20 feet long, for use in a house when there is a blackout. I would like longer cords to use with my Extreme 350 so I can string LALs into different rooms. If you won't make one, can you refer me to someone who does? Thank you. 847714 2012-09-26T11:29:48 true false At the moment we only have the 6th extension and 9ft http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/47/6mm-Extension-Cable-with-Silicone-Covering/6:5/ 9 AA Rechargeable Batteries (4-pack) pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-03-01 2012-03-06 4.5 4.6 13 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Anything Hiking Home In the car Living off grid Portable devices Travel Work Just slightly large Casual user Enthusiast Power user Personal Durable Easy to configure Easy to use I use this item everyday Reliable No 11 0 false false 18 27 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/33/9-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/33/9-en_US-1-questions.html 30600702 24160388 Approved 2012-03-06 0 4 web Unverified Feedback 5 I think your product is top-of-the-line, second to none. After researching your products against everything on the Internet, there was no comparison. I have not had time to field test all the equipment, but I am impressed at this point. I received your email today about the Battery Pack, Guide 10 Plus, after purchasing it on ebay from bluekangaroo. I am an ebay Power Seller with 85,000 in Inventory. I am very interested in being a Goal Zero reseller on ebay. My email is email@example.com. and would like details if possible. I have carefully observed the other ebay sellers of your product and I think I could be very successful. I have over 25 years Sales & Marketing experience, some with Fortune 500 companies, and on March 4, I will have my Associates degree in IT. Keep up the great work. Hoping to hear from you soon. Barry Barry Easton Unknown Thanks barry. Contact firstname.lastname@example.com they may be able to help you with your questions. 32647020 25876354 Approved 2012-05-23 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer All charged up! 4 Easy To Use Durable Easy To Configure Reliable Performance No Enthusiast Personal Travel Portable Devices Home In The Car recommended Easy to charge and easy to use, always have charged batteries when I need them. Lindylooo Orlando Florida 3025984 Thanks for the feedback. recommended Chatge with Nomad 7 solar panel or with Escape 150 charger. order_id 5750 32648432 25877683 Approved 2012-05-23 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Hold charge well 4 Durable No Enthusiast Personal Portable Devices Travel Home recommended I use them in my portable sound recorder and LED flashlights, seem to last a long time compared to cheapo rechargeables. Daveo64 Dayton, OH 3025984 They do have a low discharge rate which means they have an long shelf life and highest quality. recommended Guide 10 similar AAA Rechargeable Batteries order_id 5829 32673843 25924615 Approved 2012-05-24 0 1 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Great battery's and durable 5 No Easy To Use Easy To Configure Reliable Performance Durable Power User Personal In The Car Home Portable Devices Travel Durable battery's and last for a very long time easy to charge highly recommend Mrpacheco New York NY 3025984 Appreciate the feedback. order_id 5710 32690143 25932549 Approved 2012-05-25 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer must have 5 I use this item everyday Reliable Performance Easy To Configure Durable Easy To Use No Power User Personal Home Work Portable Devices Travel In The Car recommended i use goal zero products everyday and i am working on going off the grid at least in a large part by useing the goal zero products i show and tell everyone i see how awsome they are and many people are suprised at how well they work . ernie clearfield ut 3025984 Thanks for your excitement. recommended all of the goal zero products similar nomad 7-27- shepra 50-120 light a life lighthouse latern similar luna light chuby light and so much more order_id 5822 32714669 25941993 Approved 2012-05-25 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Very good batteries 5 Easy To Use Reliable Performance No Power User Personal Portable Devices Home Travel recommended I use the batteries in my flashlight, camera, radio, and my security lights on my porch. I don't need to buy thirty to forty batteries a year, which I was doing. Pook Kapolei, Hawaii 3025984 That is the goal. No more waste. order_id 4511 32723987 25948123 Approved 2012-05-26 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Goal Zero AA/AAA batteries 4 No Reliable Performance Easy To Use Power User Personal recommended Use them in lanterns; photo flash; battery grips on dSLR's; headlamps for caving; usually recharge fully in daily sunlight, and light cloudy skies; Cpt Sofa Modesto, Ca 3025984 Appreciate your feedback. similar Guide 10's similar Sherpa 50 & 120 order_id 3421 37353078 30692014 Approved 2012-12-22 1 5 email Verified Purchaser rechargeable batteries 4 No Reliable Performance Power User Personal Portable Devices recommended i like these batteries because they have a longer life span and no memory that i can tell of. im just waiting for the day when your company gets so large that you stop caring about the quality of your products. ya you might say it'll never happen but you'll sale out when the price is right and it'll no longer be your problem right? right. purplpoodl your back yard ut 3500924 order_id 9904 38589043 32036240 Approved 2013-02-25 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Goal Zero Nomad with Goal Zero batteries 4 No Easy To Use Durable Reliable Performance Easy To Configure Casual User Portable Devices Home Personal recommended The goal zero NiMh batteries are very efficient, however, I have not had good performance from other NiMh rechargeable batteries. They either do not charge at all or do not charge enough. I live in Hawaii, so the efficiency of the solar panel is incredible (I have the Nomad). I can charge my Iphone directly from the panel in less than two hours...I recently tested with both the battery unit and my Iphone plugged into the panel at the same time and was pleasantly surprised to find that both accessories charged efficiently. I would recommend goal zero products, especially if you live in Hawaii! I hope to purchase the largest goal zero unit as a "back-up" generator for our home. Jeffrey Kona, HI 3641101 Pending Yes, Yes and Yes order_id 11400 43301303 37498446 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Good quality product, very reliable! 5 No Durable Reliable Performance Easy To Use Casual User Travel Home Personal recommended It takes some time to charge the dead batteries through the solar panel, but the charge lasts a long time when the batteries are being used. They can also be charged on usb, which is much faster. The only thing that I didnt like is that the batteries loose they charge rather quickly when not used right away. But overall I am very happy with this product. MarcosD San diego 43316900 37500649 Approved 2013-08-15 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great Batteries 5 No Durable Just Slightly Large Casual User Anything Personal recommended These batteries have been in everyday use for months now powering radios, xbox controllers, and recharging cell phones. They've held up admirably. They hold a charge a long time and recharge easily. Everything you could want in a battery. The only con is that they are just ever so slightly larger than other AA batteries which makes it a tight fit in some devices, but so far they've fit in every device I've tried so it hasn't been a detriment yet. Mark87 Illinois 44606658 39058382 Approved 2013-10-10 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Perfect describes them 5 Easy To Configure Reliable Performance Easy To Use Durable No Enthusiast Personal Portable Devices Travel Home In The Car recommended I can't imagine it being better than they are. The work perfectly. There is always room for advancement in technology but for now these are the way to go. Rob Greenfield San Diego, California 48298792 43134438 Approved 2014-03-01 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Wonderful Products 5 No Reliable Performance Durable Easy To Use Power User Personal Travel In The Car Living Off Grid Portable Devices Hiking Home recommended I purchased this extra set of batteries, because I use my Nomad all the time. My son bought me the Nomad for my upcoming Appalachian Trail; however I lived in a tipi for a year, and WILL be living in one again, so these items are indispensable. Front Row Hiker Clyde, Texas 4586780 order_id 21979 881670 2012-05-24T13:33:22 PRE_SALE WHAT IS THE WEIGHT OF ONE BATTERY? 750737 2012-05-25T10:24:18 true false Each AA battery weighs 1 oz. 882757 2012-05-25T19:00:20 PRE_SALE alfred Livermore CA 94551 what is ah...2000...2200...2500, for the batteries ??Thanks A Zuniga 754151 2012-05-30T10:20:42 true false mAh means milli Amp hours. This refers to how much "juice" a battery has. 894993 2012-06-09T00:39:24 PRE_SALE Jorge What is the diference from this batteries and a plane AA NiMH 2450 mAh Energizer Battery? 764986 2012-06-12T14:20:15 true false The only difference might be the amount of stored power the battery packs have. For example, you can find other rechargeable batteries that have 2500mAh while ours have 2300mAh. One thing to look out for though, is the only AA batteries that will work with our Guide 10 Plus battery pack are NiMH. Lithium rechargeables will not work. 895777 2012-06-10T05:37:23 PRE_SALE Jorge What difference is there with energizer rechargeable batteries? 764927 2012-06-12T13:26:47 true false The only difference might be the amount of stored power the battery packs have. For example, you can find other rechargeable batteries that have 2500mAh while ours have 2300mAh. One thing to look out for though, is the only AA batteries that will work with our Guide 10 Plus battery pack are NiMH. Lithium rechargeables will not work. 807772 2012-08-06T12:32:15 false false Michael B. Long Beach, CA Must know if it is Low Self Discharge or not. The Low Self Discharge batteries are the latest greatest for batteries and is an absolute MUST to have. Goal Zero is competitive with their 20% discount for Costco members making it $16. nickel and diming at that point is senseless when you know how incredible Goal Zero is at giving us great products. Read their info as to why they are called Goal Zero....no I do NOT work for them. I am a consumer like you. 975971 2012-09-10T09:41:50 PRE_SALE Jorge Fremont, California Where may I go to buy the batteries? I need to have them by this coming Saturday (9/15/12). Thank you. Jorge 837383 2012-09-12T14:41:59 true false You can get the on our site at Goalzero.com. You can also get other brands as long as they are nickel-metal hydride (NiMH). 1051728 2012-11-13T13:29:05 PRE_SALE eighta The capacity of the battery of mAH 2300, is for each one, or for all them? Thank you 897055 2012-11-19T12:16:20 true false That is individually. Each battery is 2,300 mAh. 1135980 2012-12-29T16:28:19 PRE_SALE ACP .45 pleasanton calif i purchased rechargeble batteries in the past. they were rated at 1.4 volts per battery. they wouldt drive my thermostat or flaslights using AA batteries. will these batteries power devices same as alkaline? 946943 2013-01-03T10:57:20 true false Yes they should! Most NiMH batteries come 1.4 V but loose power after first use as all batteries do. That is why you will see on are site that we rate them at 1.2 V. If you have more questions or need further help feel free to email us or give us a call. Phone: 1-888-794-6250 Email: firstname.lastname@example.com 1136047 2012-12-29T17:05:17 PRE_SALE ACP .45 pleasanton calif i purchased rechargeble batteries in the past. they were rated at 1.4 volts per battery. they wouldt drive my thermostat or flaslights using AA batteries. will these batteries power devices same as alkaline? 946941 2013-01-03T10:56:45 true false Gear Pro Yes they should! Most NiMH batteries come 1.4 V but loose power after first use as all batteries do. That is why you will see on are site that we rate them at 1.2 V. If you have more questions or need further help feel free to email us or give us a call. Phone: 1-888-794-6250 Email: email@example.com 946942 2013-01-03T10:57:13 true false Gear Pro Yes they should! Most NiMH batteries come 1.4 V but loose power after first use as all batteries do. That is why you will see on are site that we rate them at 1.2 V. If you have more questions or need further help feel free to email us or give us a call. Phone: 1-888-794-6250 Email: email@example.com 1297836 2013-03-22T19:41:36 PRE_SALE Marti AZ I was wondering if I had to use this particular brand of rechargable batteries or can I use a different brand like Duracell rechargable batteries with the Guide 10 battery pack? Thanks, Marti 1077227 2013-03-27T16:41:56 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! You can actually use any AA or AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries in the Guide 10 or Guide 10 Plus battery packs. 1305875 2013-03-27T14:19:55 PRE_SALE Sandeep New York i have guide 10 plus can i recharge goal zero AA rechargeable batteries (Guide 10) with another company charger like: Duracell 15 min charger Energizer Quick charger both chargers are NiMH charger 1078065 2013-03-28T10:15:21 false false Community Answer None Yes, they are compatible. 1078293 2013-03-28T12:43:15 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! Yes, you can most definitely use your other charger to charge up our NiMH batteries. 1332165 2013-04-13T09:40:17 PRE_SALE Aloha Hawaii Does the Goal Zero AA and AAA batteries have a memory effect? Do I have to discharge them to zero and recharge them to full again? OR can I recharge them to full even if the battery is not fully discharged to zero? 1097746 2013-04-14T09:05:31 false false Community Answer None I can't tell that there is any memory for the Goal Zero AA and AAA batteries. They are rechargeable batteries. When they go completely dead you can recharge then over and over again to full strength. You can also recharge them even if they are partially used. 1199558 2013-07-12T10:50:31 true false Our AA and AAA batteries are NiMh. NiMh batteries have a little bit of the memory effect, but do not need to be fully discharged prior to recharging. 1352875 2013-04-26T07:42:26 PRE_SALE Golf Coach Fort Collins, CO What do I do with the black tray that came with the batteries? 1113680 2013-04-26T08:37:25 true false The tray is an adapter to charge AAA batteries. 1113661 2013-04-26T08:33:14 false false Community Answer None Discard, it's part of the packaging. 1377740 2013-05-12T18:45:01 PRE_SALE Nik Hemlock, NY Can I charge my Goal Zero batteries with my Apple Battery charger or other charging device without harming them? 1207538 2013-07-18T13:31:34 true false The AA rechargeable batteries are NiMh. I would consult your battery charger specifications to what batteries it can charge as it is unknown to us which alternative devices can charge the batteries. 1400088 2013-05-28T09:44:39 PRE_SALE Mitch Masachusetts I have charged and placed these batteries in long term storage containers. I have been testing them with a battery tester every month for the last 9 months and they still indicate a full charge, but I am worried about degrading their capacity because I am not using them. I am wondering if it is better to discharge/recharge them at regular intervals (i.e. every few months), or should I just let them sit in storage until they run down on their own? 1149202 2013-05-29T07:06:30 false false Community Answer None You should let them sit and run out on there own. 1175945 2013-06-20T12:41:53 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! It is definitely recommended a regular recharge/discharge every 4-5 months with those NiMh batteries. 1424456 2013-06-13T14:06:02 PRE_SALE Rob Sacramento can you use regular rechargeable batteries or do you have to have the goal zero batteries. I bought the guide 10 kit and was wanting to know. Thanks, Rob 1167598 2013-06-13T14:53:04 false false Community Answer None You can use any rechargeable batteries in the Guide 10 Plus Solar Kit. 1175552 2013-06-20T09:05:39 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! You can use any rechargeable NiMH batteries. 1562970 2013-09-11T23:17:04 PRE_SALE Heather Sutton Alaska AAA Rechargeable batteries? Where are they, without the adaptor. I have two adaptors already and can't find the batteries without buying another adaptor. 1299587 2013-10-02T12:32:37 true false You can purchase the AAA batteries by themselves by contacting our Support Team directly at 1-888-794-6250 1674352 2013-11-18T08:37:05 PRE_SALE Mike Covington, Kentucky Can AA batteries put out enough power to run a outdoor folding chair that is equipped with a heating element. The reason for my question is I have an idea for a outdoor folding chair that can heat safely and can power a phone or tablet(on-board usb port) that can be collapsed w/ the chair.Is there something else I could use to power this chair in any weather? 1422936 2014-01-13T08:11:19 true false When it comes to heating systems those tend to be very power hungry machines and at most pull too much power to run off of our battery packs. It would really depend on the power draw of the equipment you are trying to power. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact us directly at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1356851 2013-11-18T22:57:32 false false Community Answer None AA batteries can be used to power a heating element, depending on the element's current draw. So they are a viable power supply for your concept heat chair. 1849230 2014-02-25T21:53:06 PRE_SALE Colin Toronto, ON What does the date on the side of the battery represent? 1481058 2014-03-10T16:14:15 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! This date represents the date of manufacturing, however, is not to be worried about since Nickel has a half life of 100 years, and only needs to be recharged and maintained every few months or so. 1467590 2014-02-26T06:31:20 false false Community Answer None The date on the side of the battery represents the manufacture date. 31 6mm Output 6ft Extension Cable 4 5 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/38/31-en_US-1-questions.html 951479 2012-08-13T15:39:25 PRE_SALE Steve Will this allow me to connect to the 12 volt output of my existing Goal Zero Escape AGM SLA battery? The picture only shows connectivity to the smaller battery. 841319 2012-09-18T08:21:20 true false You will need alligator clips for that. http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/37/Solar-4-7mm-to-Alligator-Clips/6:5/ 994429 2012-09-30T14:53:47 PRE_SALE Curious Michael Fort Wayne, IN What is the difference between an output 6mm and an input 6mm? Thank you for your time. 855575 2012-10-05T14:23:07 true false Well technically the "output 6mm 6ft Extension Cable" is an input and out put as it has both male and female ends. An output would be considered to have what you want like electricity. I hope that helps. Thank! 1434480 2013-06-20T20:18:08 PRE_SALE JimmyMac Augusta, GA I have the "Goal Zero 11102 Sherpa 120 Battery" and "Goal Zero 13002 Sherpa Universal Inverter" - will this "Output 6mm 6ft Extension Cable" connect the two? Right now I am connecting withe male+female car adapters. 1222055 2013-07-30T10:56:14 true false The Sherpa 120 can be connected to the Sherpa Universal Inverter using the chaining cable on the back of the Sherpa 120. The 6.mm extension cable will work in extending the connection between the Sherpa 120 and the Sherpa Universal Inverter. 1438792 2013-06-24T11:20:21 PRE_SALE Doug I have an Escape 150. Will this plug into the 12 v.d.c. output? 1179856 2013-06-24T13:58:22 false false Community Answer None This cord is compatible with Escape batteries. 1182112 2013-06-26T11:50:22 true false Yes, the 6mm Extension Cable will fit into the 12v DC Output on the Escape 150 battery. 22 Extreme UI pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2013-08-17 2012-05-23 3.5 3.5 4 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Expedition Home In the car Outdoors if not raining Portable devices Travel Clumsy attachment to batt Flimsy construction Not durable Not water proof Poor plastic Power user Quality oriented Technically challenged Business Personal Bad service Compact Durable Easy to configure Easy to use Fast charge Good power output Reliable No 2 0 true false 35 44 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/40/22-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/40/22-en_US-1-questions.html 32646591 25876422 Approved 2012-05-23 5 4 email Verified Purchaser Bad Service 4 No Bad Service Reliable Performance Easy To Use Easy To Configure Poor plastic Not Durable Power User Portable Devices Travel Expedition Personal The plastics used are low quality. The customer service is bad. Bill Larson Texas 3025984 Pending I placed a high dollar order in September of 2011 and didnt recieve it until December. No calls about delay. I had to call the company four times about the order. There was one person there that was helpful, thank you Brian L.! As demonstration to the companies weak customer service I recieved this survey eight months after the order was placed. order_id 3493 34204043 27414091 Approved 2012-07-25 3 1 web Verified Reviewer LOVE it! 5 No Reliable Performance Durable Easy To Configure Easy To Use Power User Personal Home Travel Portable Devices In The Car recommended With this, I was able to turn my Sherpa 120 into a power strip! We had all of our USA electronics in Nepal and had a power strip with 10 outlets. we plugged that strip into the UI and was able to run the internet router, charge the laptop, and charge all of our other things at the same time. We ran it during the day when we had no traditional power and used it at night to run our fan to help us sleep during the hot nights. Simply the best accessory to the Sherpa 120. Pro Pilot Salt Lake City, Utah http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/40/34204043_259342_full.jpg /pwr/content/00/40/34204043_259342_thumbnail.jpg Sun power and Coffee. Best way to start your day! Using Product Picture of Product http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/40/34204043_259343_full.jpg /pwr/content/00/40/34204043_259343_thumbnail.jpg UI is the way to go! Power everything Using Product Picture of Product That is a creative use! Sounds like you are having a great summer! 41375748 35128385 Approved 2013-05-23 0 2 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Great Idea, but with flaws 3 Powerful Charges Quickly No Quality Oriented Business recommended While great when it works, the connection to battery breaks fairly easily (compresses into case so cannot make connection). Fairly easy to fix with a bit of superglue, but the first time it happened I lost a days work having to drive to town to a store (I now keep a tube of superglue with the inverter). This purchase is a back-up for my original UI to be sure I don't get stuck again. Field Archaeology Wyoming 3861543 order_id 12247 43359448 37674480 Approved 2013-08-17 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Needs more R&D 2 No Compact Size Clumsy Attachment To Batt Flimsy Construction Not Water Proof Technically Challenged Outdoors If Not Raining Personal Every Goal Zero product is designed to appear indestructable in any kind of weather, but this accessory product is not. Also, the way it attaches to the battery is very poorly designed in that it is difficult to put on and comes off too easily. I have had to put a strap around it and the battery to keep it in place. I own two 350 solar panels plus two batteries and a converter for travel to distant places. I suggest that you use stainless steel screws and hardware - everything I have is rusting. A final thought; Someone should work on your operational instructions which are sorely lacking in decribing how components are assembled and function - the way things are designed, nothing is intuative. Thanks for your time. Baxter RI 883218 2012-05-26T12:37:08 PRE_SALE Phoenix Legal Logistics Phoenix, Az I am looking to replace 400 watt black and decker inverter, I have other goal zero products. I like them so I am comparing this to black and decker, does it have a low source (i.e. Battery) alarm? 754135 2012-05-30T10:08:11 true false The extreme UI does not have a low source alarm. It also only works with our Extreme 350 battery pack. 883800 2012-05-27T10:05:31 PRE_SALE Is this a pure sine wave inverter or it's a modified sine wave. 754119 2012-05-30T10:00:11 true false The Extreme UI uses modified sine wave. 899806 2012-06-14T07:49:20 POST_SALE Why does the UI make a buzzing noise when I am using the 110 outlet? 769596 2012-06-18T14:41:19 true false The Extreme UI makes the buzzing noise as it has a modified sine wave, and it is working to run your device(s). The noise will occur pretty much anytime there is a draw on the Battery/inverter. 918348 2012-07-06T04:11:27 PRE_SALE Henk Brussels, Belgium Can I use this in my car to charge a laptop (Macbook Pro)? 787292 2012-07-10T13:12:26 true false You should be able to charge the laptop through the inverter being plugged into the car's cigarette lighter. 918791 2012-07-06T13:52:00 PRE_SALE lordwimpy tampa Can it be chareged by a nomad 7 ?? and then be used as a battery pack ?? 787284 2012-07-10T13:08:57 true false As the Inverter is not a battery pack and does not store power, it cannot be charged. It can only be used to convert power from DC to AC when used with the Extreme 350 power pack. 938491 2012-07-29T12:01:04 PRE_SALE Scott K Southlake, TX Can the Nomad 13.5 power this device? 805402 2012-08-02T14:54:49 true false No, this is actually an inverter and only designed to connect with our Extreme 350. Inverters do not typically work with our panels as the panel can't get enough solar power to bump the voltage up to 110V set up. 939555 2012-07-30T14:59:30 PRE_SALE Michael Can I use the Exstreme UI inverter with my Sherpa 50? If not, which inverter do I need? 803789 2012-08-01T06:45:18 true false No, the Extreme UI is designed specifically to connect to the Extreme 350 via anderson connectors. The Sherpa 50 uses our Sherpa UI. We discontinued the old version of the Sherpa to make way for our new design coming out this September. 946164 2012-08-07T13:10:57 PRE_SALE Tallich Edmonton, Canada Could I attach this invertor directly to a Nomad 13.5 Panel to charge AC powered items directly. I wanted to charge a turned off laptop during the day when I don't need it. 809122 2012-08-08T08:03:51 true false Hey, The Inverter needs sustained input, the Solar panel cannot supply the needed power at a consistent enough rate for the inverter to transform the 12v DC to 110v AC. If you have a power pack you can charge that via solar and then use the power pack to charge your laptop. Thanks! 952727 2012-08-15T01:33:09 PRE_SALE bluebery hi there can I use this converter with my power source came from 12v car battery directly? how? 819495 2012-08-21T14:37:13 true false You will need an adapter cord. The cord you will need is located at this link. http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/41/Extreme-UI-12V-Car-Adapter/6:5/ It will allow you to power the Extreme Universal Inverter (UI) from car cigarette adapter. 968619 2012-09-02T02:04:21 PRE_SALE Frank NC Can this be charged with one of the solar panels? 836588 2012-09-12T06:55:43 true false The Extreme UI does not hold energy. You need a more full and consistent energy source like a battery or 12v power source. You can however, charge a battery via solar and then use the inverter on the battery to get 110v or 220v. 978344 2012-09-12T20:33:06 PRE_SALE Prem Texas Are all goal inverter pure sine inverter? 842391 2012-09-19T11:12:20 true false Not all of Goal Zero Inverters have a pure sign wave. The Yeti 1250 does, though. The Extreme 350UI does not. 996399 2012-10-02T15:34:45 PRE_SALE Mike... Las Vegas, Nevada Is this a full-wave or modified sine-wave inverter? You guys sure seem to leave a lot of information out of your product descriptions and manuals. Mike... 893601 2012-11-15T12:41:25 true false It is modified sine wave inverter. They Yeti is currently our only product with a pure-sine wave. 1003999 2012-10-10T10:52:47 PRE_SALE Troy Corlliss Is there a way to bring power to this unit from a 12v (DC) car outlet? 892110 2012-11-14T11:18:41 true false Yes there is, here is what you want to get, https://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/41/Extreme-UI-12V-Car-Adapter/6:5/. Let us know if you need anything else, Thanks! 1014323 2012-10-20T19:59:26 PRE_SALE Coach Honolulu, HI can the UI be powered directly by solar panel to charge portable VHF radio thru its 110v brick? 888015 2012-11-09T10:08:51 true false It can not. The Solar panels do not provide enough back end input for the inverter to make the conversion. You would need a battery pack of some type. 1017995 2012-10-23T21:47:25 PRE_SALE Franus San Francisco, CA When I plug in my AC power adapter of my laptop to the inverter there is a buzzing sound coming from the inverter which I have come to expect. However when I turn on the laptop the inverter's fan comes on and becomes extremely loud. Is this normal? I had an Escape 150 that didn't have buzzing, loud sounds coming from it when my laptop was plugged in into it. 877736 2012-10-29T13:21:15 true false It is normal for the noise to be louder when it is under a load. However if it is a concern please contact us and we will see about replacing it under the warranty. Please contact our Solution Center for warranty information or questions. You can contact us via email at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1041530 2012-11-07T15:28:07 PRE_SALE antennae san francisco if i connect this to my solr paner 13.5 i have from you will thisconvert power so i can plug into this. 890091 2012-11-12T14:30:56 true false Unfortunately no. The solar panels do not provide enough back end energy for the inverter to convert the 12v DC in to 110v AC. 1055988 2012-11-16T00:37:32 PRE_SALE Vincent CA So if this was coupled with the Extreme 350 as recommended, what is the max amperage I can draw at 110 volts? Does this number change when an additional 350 is added? Thanks 908979 2012-11-28T14:06:32 true false The max is about 4 amps or 400 watts. Another unit would only increase the run time or over all watt hours, but not the watt output. 1057762 2012-11-17T04:10:22 PRE_SALE Shana Texas Can a power strip be plugged into the UI since there's only one plug on it? Thought is to run outdoor string lights and a blender at the same time 908696 2012-11-28T11:59:12 true false Yes you can do that! The inverter has a 400 watt max, so as long as that is not exceeding 400 watts between all of them then you will be fine. 1097332 2012-12-06T18:44:41 PRE_SALE Chris CA Does the Extreme UI power have to be turned off when switching between the 110 to 220 voltage? 920679 2012-12-07T07:26:08 true false No it does not! You can change it at any moment. 1111152 2012-12-13T19:12:06 PRE_SALE redneck71 United States When chaining 350 units is it necessary to have more than one Extreme UI?? I am interested in chaining four units... Thanks!! 954288 2013-01-09T13:29:52 true false No. You only need on UI. 1115950 2012-12-16T16:06:10 PRE_SALE Gabe the Head SLC, UT I have one of the Guide 10 plus adventure kits. After looking at your catalogue it would seem that with this converter I should be able to charge my DSLR battery. However the site and catalogue dont really come out right and say this. I wanted to double check and see if it will in fact work, or if there is a way to make it work. Thanks Gabe 948978 2013-01-04T15:36:53 true false We only have a AAA battery adapter for that. I am not sure what other adapter you are referring to. Please give us a call if you have more questions. 888.794.6250 1135509 2012-12-29T11:21:16 PRE_SALE Mic Hawaii Hi folks, I really like your stuff but was wondering if you have any plans for an inverter for the 350 that's a little more quiet and if possible a pure sine as well. The system is good but during a recent power outage my USB cord was not long enough to move the 350 far enough away to relieve to mind numbing hum. Pleeeese develop something quiet. v/r Mike 946074 2013-01-02T15:47:26 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! We appreciate your feedback and we've heard the cries of the masses! We're actually in the works of developing a new item that will be replacing the 350, but that is not going to be for a few more months until any news comes out on it. 1176931 2013-01-23T09:00:26 PRE_SALE Mason Boulder, CO In my van I have a Xantrex Freedom 1800 inverter installed and it works great for most things. It does not work well with some electronics, such as my Apple MacBook, because it is not a pure sine wave power inverter. If I buy this and plug it into my cigarette lighter will it power my MacBook or will I have the same problem? Thanks 971728 2013-01-23T17:59:17 false false Community Answer None If the problem you are having stems from the fact that your device is not using pure sine wave, then this product will not help you. This product uses a modified sine wave. The only Goal Zero inverter with a pure sine wave is the Yeti 1250. 1070046 2013-03-21T12:38:37 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Extreme UI will work with your Macbook if you were to run your MacBook off of the 12V cigarette plug on it. The 12V will convert the power back to AC properly to charge your MacBook. If it was going straight from the 110V plug it might have issues. Hope this answers your question. 1179226 2013-01-24T14:36:54 PRE_SALE Mason Boulder, CO I sen this question to GoalZero and below I have pasted in the original questions and your response. I am confused by your answer. All the marketing collateral says the EUI will power laptops and other electronics but the answer below states a slightly different version of that. Does this work with Macbook chargers? Thanks! "In my van I have a Xantrex Freedom 1800 inverter installed and it works great for most things. It does not work well with some electronics, such as my Apple MacBook, because it is not a pure sine wave power inverter. If I buy this and plug it into my cigarette lighter will it power my MacBook or will I have the same problem? Community Answer, a GoalZero customer said: "If the problem you are having stems from the fact that your device is not using pure sine wave, then this product will not help you. This product uses a modified sine wave. The only Goal Zero inverter with a pure sine wave is the Yeti 1250." 976701 2013-01-28T14:30:26 true false Most of that information is incorrect. You can charge using a Modified sin wave. Also the inverter mentioned above is not a Goal Zero product. You should have no problem powering your MacBook from the Extreme UI. Please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com for more information. 1225011 2013-02-07T10:17:45 PRE_SALE Andy tulsa, okla. I ordered the extreme 350 battery and the extreme UI, my question is how do i plug my 110v devises into this power source? My intend use was to recharge my battery s with this unit. I use C123 and have found not recharging units on the web site that support C123s. 1071251 2013-03-22T12:57:12 false false pbb Washington, DC Lithium CR123A batteries usually have chargers that have to plug into 110 volts. The Extreme UI has a weird-looking universal AC power plug than you can plug almost any 110 volt AC plug in the world into. This is labelled "2" in the Extreme UI manual. 1075790 2013-03-26T12:29:57 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! If you twist your plug sideways and use the prongs closest to the batteries that is where you would plug in 110V devices. IF you need more information or directions please contact us at email@example.com or call us at 1-888-794-6250 1297350 2013-03-22T13:07:55 PRE_SALE pbb Washington, DC What is the power consumption of the inverter itself? How does it vary depending upon the wattage drawn from the inverter? One purpose of such an inverter is recharging mobile devices with AC recharging units and special-purpose internal batteries. Often these chargers do not draw much power. When charging from something like the 350 power pack, I am concerned about extra power consumed either by overcharging or by energy consumed by the inverter itself. 1079335 2013-03-29T10:54:00 true false You will lose about 25% of the energy to the conversion in the inverter. So if you give it 100 watts you will get 75 watts out. So if possible try and use USB or 12v. 1301998 2013-03-25T11:25:45 PRE_SALE Clarence Alpine, Utah Hello, I'm a previous customer and love your products. Does the Extreme UI power AC devises while only plugged into the cigarette adaptor of a car or does it have to be powered by the extreme 350 battery? I am looking for a solution for charging camera batteries using the AC battery charger plugged into the Extreme UI and simply plugged into my car cigarette adaptor. Will this work well? Thank you, Clarence Spencer 1075561 2013-03-26T11:00:04 false false Community Answer None No this powers devices on the go anywhere, it does not need to be plugged into the adapter to be working. 1077002 2013-03-27T13:03:28 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! This is a great question and is 100% possible all you would need is this adapter to plug in the Extreme UI to your car cig plug http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/41/Extreme-UI-12V-Car-Adapter/5:7/ 1340385 2013-04-18T11:38:56 PRE_SALE corey b washington dc what if rain got into it will it work after being dried out ? 1103932 2013-04-18T13:33:04 false false Community Answer None Moisture is problematic for any electronic device. If it was not turned on while it got wet and has not been on since, try the following: remove any case parts if possible, shake out any water you can, then dry thoroughly with a hair dryer. Once you think it is dry, place it in front of some cool dry air, like an air conditioning vent for a day or two. At that point, plug it in and hope for the best. 1202993 2013-07-15T15:27:57 true false Water and electricity do not mix well together. You could try drying out the Inverter and once you know it is completely dry try using it again. 1403110 2013-05-30T09:38:16 PRE_SALE Karim Egypt Hi, I understand this unit has 400 watts maximum for connected devices. Is this for 110V only or is it the same for 220V connected devices? Thank you. 1151158 2013-05-30T11:36:52 false false Community Answer None This inverter can be used for both 110v and/or 220v. You can easily switch between them both! 1211519 2013-07-22T11:46:05 true false The 400 watt max applies to both the 110V and the 220V output. 1407510 2013-06-02T13:17:27 PRE_SALE rico Hi. I'm trying to determine if this unit is enough to power A/C driven strobe and modeling lamps. The flash I have is a 320 Ws strobe paired with a 150 W lamp. The specs I have for this unit are: power requirements - 120 VAC, 50-60 HZ, average current draw - 6 amps average. The GoalZero inverter lists a 10A max on the 12V port, but I can't find the max draw or the lifetime on the A/C port. Will this inverter unit with 350 Power Pack be enough to power the strobe, and how much time might I get on this running a 150 W lamp? Thank you! 1153514 2013-06-02T15:01:24 false false Community Answer None Yes this will have more than enough power to power the strobe. 1211680 2013-07-22T12:57:28 true false The Extreme 350 with Universal Inverter has 350 watts of power. The equation for determining watts is Watts = Volts x Amps. The max draw on the AC inverter is 400 watts. The strobe would then require 120 x 6 = 720 watts. The Yeti 1250 would power both your devices. The Extreme 350 would power your lamp alone for 2.3 hours. 1433721 2013-06-20T09:43:14 PRE_SALE alex NJ hello there! I had plan to bay the Boulder 30 Solar Panel to charge my ipad 4,but my question is can i charge without the powerpack350 and only With the inverter? 1175628 2013-06-20T09:51:22 false false Community Answer None The inverter does not store any energy, so the power pack would be required. 1175757 2013-06-20T10:55:16 true false No, the inverter is what converts energy to useful power. You will need the battery pack to actually store energy. 1434369 2013-06-20T18:26:20 PRE_SALE New user Dallas, TX I don't see a switch for the 110 to 220 voltage change next to the on/off switch. Please give me more detailed instructions on where it can be located. 1176369 2013-06-20T21:09:23 false false Community Answer None The switch to change the voltage can in fact be found on the side of the UI right next to the on/off switch. 1176778 2013-06-21T08:37:35 true false Thank you for contacting GoalZero. Right next to the on/off switch you will see 110v with a green light and the 220v below that with a green light and a switch in between. This is right in the middle of the UI. 1440697 2013-06-25T21:18:58 PRE_SALE Lee M.D. So Cal Just bought a 350 Power Pack (charged for 2 days), 2 Boulder 30 Solar Panels, and an Extreme UI. All of the DC outlets work on the Power Pack and on the UI. The AC outlet doesn't work at all. The switch is on and there is a green light but it hasn't powered anything (tried 110V and 220V). I even plugged in a simple phone charger and nothing... What could be the problem? 1184450 2013-06-28T10:15:07 true false Thank you for contacting GoalZero. You could have a defective UI inverter if the light is green, the UI is powered on, and the Extreme 350 is fully charged with all the DC outlets working properly. GoalZero offers a one year warranty for replacement. 1522995 2013-08-19T12:20:27 PRE_SALE Chris Dickey Jackson, WY Hi, I'm planning a trip to southeast asia and nepal for two months on bikes and on foot. We're traveling very light and will only have an ipad and cell phones with us (in terms of electronics). What would you suggest we bring as a power source + accessories for traveling in these remote areas of the world? 1258097 2013-08-28T04:27:33 false false Renee from Ridgeway Bunker Hill, WV The Nomad 7 should suit your needs. 1247864 2013-08-19T15:05:23 true false The Sherpa 50 and Nomad 13 would be great products for you. The Sherpa 50 is a lightweight lithium battery pack that has 50 watt hours of power to charge your iPad and cell phones a few times. You can recharge it with the Nomad 13 in 5-10 hours of good sun. 1529205 2013-08-22T17:27:07 PRE_SALE Thomas United States Like the picture my Inverter has just a small rubber pad in between the 220v and 110v green lights. Pushing on it does nothing. Are we supposed to remove that rubber pad or click it or it the switch somewhere else to change voltage? 1256104 2013-08-26T12:40:51 true false Yes you need to remove the rubber pad. There is a switch located underneath 105 Boulder 30 Travel Case pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-02-21 2013-04-11 4 4 5 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Home In the car Portable devices Travel No accessory pocket Poor design Too small Too tight Casual user Power user Business Personal Durable Easy to configure Easy to use Reliable No 4 0 false false 7 10 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/46/105-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/46/105-en_US-1-questions.html 40029633 33609474 Approved 2013-04-11 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Great storage 4 Easy To Use Durable No Casual User Portable Devices recommended Was thinking of designing and making my own carrier for the panels. This was a great alternative even for the price. Sonny Portland, OR 3761282 order_id 12159 42928153 36872716 Approved 2013-07-27 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Does the job 4 No Durable Reliable Performance No Accessory Pocket Too Tight Power User In The Car Travel Business This product does what it was designed to do within its limitations. The panels fit very tightly, so tightly that it is time consuming to get them in right. There is no accessory pocket for the quick clips or extra cables one might need. This bag does NOT fit boulder 15s in any reasonable way, shape or form. A separate design would be necessary to do the job. GZ insists this case works for Boulder 15s. NOT TRUE! The case does protect the panels very well as long as they are both facing toward the center. The case and zippers are well built and fairly durable. If GZ had a similar case for Boulder 15s, I'd buy it. The wreckenball Seattle 4028456 order_id 14007 42929730 36873477 Approved 2013-07-27 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Traveling Boulder 30 5 Easy To Use Durable No Casual User Portable Devices Travel Personal recommended I bought 2 of these to use with my Goal Zero Generator for camping. Makes traveling much easier and I don't have worry about the panels. The only problem I've had with them is that the case is a little snug and its hard to close with the zipper when you put two panels in it. Camping Kay Las Vegas, NV 4028456 order_id 14552 47148301 41815316 Approved 2014-01-08 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Great Protection! 5 Durable Reliable Performance Easy To Configure Easy To Use No Power User Personal Travel In The Car Home Portable Devices recommended This is very useful land it fits like a glove to protect my solar panels, so that I may transport them while traveling. jlowry999 Johnstown, PA. 4444546 order_id 20512 48162961 42851198 Approved 2014-02-21 0 0 web Unverified not for boulder 15 2 Durable No Too small Poor Design Casual User Travel Personal recommended I got the factory discount on the four boulder 15 array with the carrying case included. After 20 minutes of trying to figure out how to fit all four panels into the case. I can't do it, and I'm going to call tomorrow to see if GZ has a diagram or photo proving me wrong. I'm sure it fits the 30 just fine... But it does not "fit" without more effort than I would expect from a carrying case. Spencer salt lake city, Utah 888313 2012-06-01T10:06:59 PRE_SALE Aaron Mesa, AZ Does the Boulder 30 case hold more than one Boulder 30 solar panel? 759039 2012-06-05T08:09:13 true false Yes, the boulder 30 case is designed to hold 2 bolder 30 solar panels. 890021 2012-06-03T14:08:10 POST_SALE Toasterboy Fullerton, ca Will you be making one for the Boulder 15 panels ? 760512 2012-06-06T10:01:51 true false There currently are not any plans for a carrying case for the Boulder 15. 906233 2012-06-21T10:02:41 PRE_SALE Do you have to remove the panels from the case to use them? Are the panels secured inside the case in any way, for instance, could you open up the case on your rooftop and have the panels stay securely in the case. 775094 2012-06-23T22:48:23 true false You will need to place the panels in direct sunlight for use. The case will block some of the sun, so you will want to take them out. 1004326 2012-10-10T15:20:02 PRE_SALE Reggie N. Honolulu, HI Since there is no case for the boulder 15 panels will my 2 boulder 15 panels fit in this boulder 30 travel case? Reggie N. 866952 2012-10-18T10:14:30 false false Biff Texas Yes it can fit two Boulder 15 panels, one on each side. Doesn't matter if you store them vertically or horizontally, and you have room to store additional items, if necessary. No additional pockets on the inside, though. However, the case is too small to fit 3 or 4 panels (I have 3), so I'm going to have to buy another case. 871988 2012-10-23T13:30:44 true false Yes, the Boulder 15's will fit in the Boulder 30 case. 1070802 2012-11-23T15:44:17 PRE_SALE Ray Ogden, UT. How many panels will the case hold? 907766 2012-11-27T21:01:14 true false The case will hold 2 Boulder 30 panels 1116231 2012-12-16T19:26:40 PRE_SALE Michael J Will 4 Boulder 15 panel fit inside this? I sort of doubt it. Mike 1302868 2013-10-05T12:02:21 false false Brick Seattle, WA NO. This case is for the boulder 30s. GZ says they'll fit but they don't. you can put 2 15s in but they bang around and four don't fit properly and will damage each other. The case is avery good one for the 30s. If GZ made a case properly sized for the 15s of this quality I'd buy it. I own four of these as it is. 946063 2013-01-02T15:41:07 true false I would not recommend putting 4 of them in this case. They fit but there not as secure as i would like them to be in my case, since there is nothing separating the 2 panel that you would be putting side by side. Thank you for your question. 1467781 2013-07-16T16:07:21 PRE_SALE Santa Cruz California I have your Boulder 15 and would like to know if this case would work for it. If not what cases should be used with the 15? Thanks for your time, Misty Scott - Santa Cruz CA 1205345 2013-07-17T07:36:26 true false The Boulder 30 travel case was designed for the Boulder 15 panels. The Boulder 15 panels will fit as well. The dimensions for the Boulder 30 Travel Case are 18.5 x 21 x 3 (inch). The Boulder 15 dimensions are 11 x 18 x 1 in (28.5 x 2.5 x 45.7 cm). 1204870 2013-07-16T17:22:50 false false Community Answer None Yes, this case will hold up to 2 Boulder 15 models. 150 Sherpa 50 Recharger with Inverter (110V) pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2013-03-06 2013-03-06 5 5 1 Verified Reviewer Emergency equipment Having around the house High-end equipment Portable electronics Travel Charges slowly Quality oriented Personal Good power output Good value Reliable No 1 0 false false 13 18 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/46/150-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/46/150-en_US-1-questions.html 38765957 32214230 Approved 2013-03-06 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great power in a small package 5 No Good Value Reliable Performance Powerful Charges slowly Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics High-End Equipment recommended I use this extensively for adv riding-Its WONDERFUL for charging my phone and Ipad and I use it for my laptop at times. It also works great for night time lighting when in the tent or at the picinic table. Does charge a little slow with the panels, but I'm in Oregon so I attribute that to the lack of good sunshine :) mtbdemon Portland, Oregon 1216970 2013-02-02T08:27:53 PRE_SALE Ron Magnolia, TX I have the extreme 350 exporer - will the solar panels from it charge the sherpa 50 recharger with inverter(110V)? 1012502 2013-02-03T08:49:51 false false Community Answer None Yes, you can use the solar panels of 350 Exporer to charge the Sherpa 50. The charge time is around 27 hours, but it could possibly be more because of the weather. 1015914 2013-02-05T11:39:27 true false Yes the new Nomad 13 will charge up the Extreme 350. However we suggest you use larger panels to increase the charge speed. 1216975 2013-02-02T08:33:16 PRE_SALE Ron Magnolia, TX 2nd question on compatibility - will the Sherpa 50 Recharger with Inverter (110V) recharge with solar panels from the guide 10 adventer kit I own also? THANKS! 1015887 2013-02-05T11:29:32 true false We would recommend using nothing smaller than the Nomad 13 to charge up the Sherpa 50.. If you have any other questions please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com 1218527 2013-02-03T10:43:15 PRE_SALE Alvin Woodbridge,On. Is there chain cable for this sherpa and the nomad 13? How, is it possible chaining to the old model? 1015604 2013-02-05T09:45:03 true false You cannot connect an inverter to a solar panel. You would need to Sherpa 50 battery pack. 1222718 2013-02-05T23:15:04 PRE_SALE Woiperdinger Alaska to Argentina Can the Sherpa 50 be charged with a bicycle hub dynamo system? 1071357 2013-03-22T14:05:28 true false We might be able to figure something out give us a call or shoot us an email an let us know a little bit more information on the Bicycle hum you are looking into. 1225246 2013-02-07T12:30:30 PRE_SALE Walter Hello! Yesterday I tried to recharge Guide10+ from new Sherpa50, and I had succesfully did it with GoalZero 2300 mA\h NiMH batteries. Then I tried to do the same with Panasonic 2050 mA\h batteries. Sherpa50 was full when I started, and then I left it overnight. This morning I found that Sherpa is completely out of power, so apparently it didn't turned off upon charging a guide10+ and wasted the rest of energy. Is that normal, and is there anything could be done to avoid this besides keeping an eye on it? Thanks! 1075802 2013-03-26T12:34:20 true false If you can contact our support team at email@example.com or by calling them at 1-888-794-6250 they can help you out with this question. 1272552 2013-03-08T01:22:48 PRE_SALE Goal zero fan New mexico Will the new sherpa 50 charge off of the nomad 13.5 or the bolder 15? Or does it only work with the 13? 1068261 2013-03-20T09:21:57 true false Our Sherpa 50 can be recharged with any of our Solar panels, some need adapters, some don't, depending on what solar panel your going to purchase. The solar panels that don't require an adapter is the Nomad 13, Boulder 15 & 30, also when the "New" version of the Nomad 7 is released. 1297249 2013-03-22T11:59:40 PRE_SALE Hardisk Marina Del Rey Quick question. Is the battery in the Sherpa 50 Replaceable after it's lifespan is up? 1078374 2013-03-28T13:49:58 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! No it is not but will last for 20,000 to 30,000 cycles so in other words 10 years or so depending on use. 1303961 2013-03-26T12:37:35 PRE_SALE Craigar Pasadena ,Ca If i added the Nomad 7 panels how would that effect the charge time? Is there any cable included (or one I could get )that would simply connect from the sherpa into a laptop charger input intstead purchasing the invertor, and plugging into the invertor with my laptop charging cord? Any comment on why they didnt make the new improved sherpa50 with plug inputs ? I'd like to pack the sherpa and the invertor into my back pack with my laptop . Is this idea feasible or should i be thinking about a larger case on wheels? How would adding the nomad 7 effect my space or back-pac weight? Thanks 1077047 2013-03-27T13:55:19 true false The current Nomad 7 does not have an output that will plug in to the Sherpa 50, the newer ones that will be released later this year will. The Nomad 7 will only slightly decrease the charge time. If you want 110 or 220v AC output we do have an inverter that you can attach to the Sherpa. here is the link, http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/153/Sherpa-50-Inverter-%28110V%29/6:4/ 1335415 2013-04-15T13:03:20 PRE_SALE HeatherH What's the difference between the Sherpa 50 with and without the Inverter and what does the Inverter actually do? 1099773 2013-04-16T03:47:30 false false Community Answer None The inverter allows you to charge more things. It can be used to change AC and DC current depending on what is needed. 1158734 2013-06-05T20:24:28 false false Red KC6YET Los Angles, CA Inverters are predominantly what the name implies; it inverts the DC voltage from the CAR battery's 12VDC system to a 110-15V House Current AC. You can now plug in appliances that does not exceed the inverters capacity. Example; the appliance is rated at 100 watts consumption, the ability of the inverter is limited to appliance that should not exceed 150 Watts. You can then safely say you are only using 75% of the total output of the inverter. Plug in a 25 watt lamp to use and you are now at 85% of the inverters capacity. But if you plug an appliance rated at 400 watt, you will not be able to run the inverter to work with the appliance which is way beyond the capacity of the inverter to work. As a HAM radio operator - this is one of the laws of electronics I had to learn 25-years ago, still using knowledge applying principle in generators for us in disaster services. 1202316 2013-07-15T09:50:57 true false The inverter enables you to plug in typical wall plug household items through a 110v AC plug. You just need to ensure that you do not exceed the 100 watt max. Check your device to determine how many watts it requires to power it. 1381358 2013-05-15T05:52:47 PRE_SALE mao colombia south america I have the old sherpa 50 inverter. can I use it with the new version of the sherpa 50? 1201807 2013-07-15T07:19:23 true false No, it is not compatible. Contact our Support Team and we can help you with purchasing the new inverter. firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 1433949 2013-06-20T12:33:08 PRE_SALE RIck Charlottesville, Virginia What advantage is there to having the Sherpa 50 recharger with inverter, versus the Sherpa 50 without the inverter - why pay $50.00 extra?? 1176085 2013-06-20T13:57:41 false false Community Answer None If you want to plug in a 120 volt AC device you need the inverter. So you the advantage is you get AC power with inverter. 1176096 2013-06-20T14:00:33 true false If you have a device that runs from a 110v Standard AC Wall Outlet, then the inverter would provide you with that port. 1471596 2013-07-19T00:15:09 PRE_SALE Pat What kind of cable do I need to chain 2 sherpa 50 v2?? 1217579 2013-07-26T13:15:26 true false Please contact our Support Team at email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 to order the Sherpa chaining cable. 1561345 2013-09-11T04:18:46 PRE_SALE Todd Honolulu, HI Does it come with a case? 1294085 2013-09-27T12:52:18 true false The Sherpa 50 with inverter does not come with a case. However we do offer a few different cases on our website that would fit the Sherpa 50 with inverter and accessories. 1273740 2013-09-11T07:15:41 false false Community Answer None No this product does not come with a case. 204 Sherpa Inverter Car Adapter 1 1 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/52/204-en_US-1-questions.html 1822438 2014-02-08T12:25:44 PRE_SALE Tony Dallas Does this fit both the Sherpa (v1) inverter as well as the Sherpa (v2) inverter. 1469456 2014-02-27T11:20:10 true false This inverter is designed to be used with the Sherpa (v2) inverter. It is a 9mm connection that is compatible with the v2 inverter. Please feel free to reach out to either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 if we can further assist you. 92 Silicone Sleeve - Sherpa 120 Size - Khaki pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2012-05-23 2012-05-23 5 5 2 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Cycling Hiking In the car Kayak / canoe / rafting Mountaineering Portable devices Travel Enthusiast Power user Personal Does the job well Durable Easy to configure Easy to put on Easy to use Limits sliding around Nice feel Protects softens blows Reliable No 2 0 false false pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/53/92-en_US-1-reviews.html 32649250 25879619 Approved 2012-05-23 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer good protection of a good product 5 No Does the job well Durable Easy To Configure Easy To Use Reliable Performance Power User Personal Portable Devices Hiking Kayaking Mountaineering Biking Travel recommended We went on a 10 days "The Maiden Voyage" kayaking tour in the Everglades and we used the GoalZero extensively to recharge our video cameras. Doi Nomazi NYC 3025984 Appreciate your feedback. recommended Nomad 27M Solar Panel, Sherpa 50 Power pack, UI inverter similar Nomad 27M Solar Panel, Sherpa 50 Power pack, UI inverter order_id 4041 32655682 25884394 Approved 2012-05-23 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Protect what you have 5 No Nice feel Easy to slip on Easy To Use Limits sliding around Durable Protects softens blows Enthusiast Personal In The Car Travel recommended Bought this to help protect my investment. I also love the feel and the utility of the sleeve to help keep my sherpa from sliding around. Sapper Fort Dix, New Jersey 3025984 It does have a really nice feel. Thanks for the feedback. order_id 2277 29 6mm Output to Anderson Adapter pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2012-07-28 2012-07-28 5 5 1 Verified Purchaser Casual user Personal Warranty No 1 0 false false 2 3 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/53/29-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/53/29-en_US-1-questions.html 34242899 27449730 Approved 2012-07-28 0 1 email Verified Purchaser Customer Service = Awesome 5 No Good Warranty Casual User Personal recommended Product works as described. The problem was not knowing I needed the adaptor int he first place because I bought the battery and solar panel separately rather than a package. If was frustrating not being able to use the system once it arrived in the mail, but after a few mixups on what adaptor I actually needed, GoalZero sent me the correct one, for free. Awesome. David Telluride, CO 3176281 We are working out making sure all cords are offered at purchase. Sorry for your troubles. order_id 7059 1233493 2013-02-12T22:01:13 PRE_SALE Mark H. Kennesaw, GA Will this 6.0mm connector mate with the battery output connector on my new Guardian Charge Controller? My batteries all have Anderson connectors. 1024773 2013-02-13T01:20:19 false false Community Answer None This unit is designed to work with the Extreme 350 power pack. 1025895 2013-02-13T13:38:12 true false Unfortunately it will not. They are both Female 6.0mm. However if you could get the correct cord, probably make a male to male yourself, then you should be able to. 1438583 2013-06-24T09:04:55 PRE_SALE Todd Will this adapter work with my Nomad 27 solar panel ? I need a power-poles on my solar panel that will plug into my A123 Lithium battery pack. 1184549 2013-06-28T11:05:00 true false Thank you for contacting GoalZero. The Nomad 27 solar panel is a 4.7mm. The 6.0mm adapter is for our lights. You would need to contact us at 888-794-6250 regarding your A123 Lithium battery pack to verify which connection you need. 141 Super Charge Cable 13 16 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/54/141-en_US-1-questions.html 912699 2012-06-29T06:09:14 PRE_SALE Jake Is this the cable I need to charge from the large brief case solor panel to the Extream 350? 779843 2012-06-29T11:16:24 true false This is not the cable for said application. You will need the 4.7mm to 8.0mm input adapter. 926522 2012-07-15T16:16:23 PRE_SALE DJ Santa Maria, CA Will this cable allow the Nomad7 to charge the escape 150? I know it's a small solar panel, but in theory couldn't it work... but just take longer to charge? 794386 2012-07-19T12:44:12 true false It will not. You will need the 4.7mm extension cable. It will take a very long time to charge the Escape with a Nomad 7 though. 962272 2012-08-25T23:59:25 PRE_SALE Dean Hawaii Im looking for a combiner cable so I can charge 2-3 battery 10 with the nomad 7 solar panel. 838533 2012-09-13T14:53:08 true false We do not have an Combiner cable for the Super Charge Cable. 963817 2012-08-27T15:45:15 PRE_SALE dean hawaii It there an extension cord? Also is there a splitter to allow for two battery packs to be charged off the nomad 7 at the same time? 838413 2012-09-13T13:33:13 true false Sorry, there is not extension and no Y cable. 1041029 2012-11-07T10:33:13 PRE_SALE Louie El Monte, CA Is there an extension cable for the super charge cable? 887831 2012-11-09T07:39:33 true false There is not! Sorry. If you have other questions please give us a call! 1101457 2012-12-09T07:04:32 PRE_SALE Tigger bear Ca What cord do I need to chain 2 nomad 7 together? 925271 2012-12-11T09:01:39 true false We do not recommend chaining the together, it requires more cords and extra adapters and after all the extra components you will lose most of if not all of what you would potentially gain. Please contact our Solution Center for warranty information or questions. You can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1107235 2012-12-11T23:57:37 PRE_SALE Henrik Danmark Does this charge cable come with usb + solar Charge? Henrik 952986 2013-01-08T15:20:15 true false The Super charge Cable is just the cable itself without the USB. This cable helps with connecting your Guide 10 or Guide 10 Plus to your Nomad 3.5 or Nomad 7 solar panel to charge. 1164860 2013-01-15T15:15:37 PRE_SALE al Sydney, Australia HI There, I need this cable but yet its not on the Australian web site's store?? Can you help. My cable is missing and i want it as its faster at charging. Many thanks and love the product. Cheers Allan 961380 2013-01-16T08:11:14 true false Please contact us! firstname.lastname@example.com 1284470 2013-03-14T19:37:07 PRE_SALE Charles Houston TX What size are the end tips? 1071111 2013-03-22T11:37:58 true false The Tips on the Supercharge cable are 1.5 mm 1355759 2013-04-28T09:54:13 PRE_SALE Jon South Fla I would like to keep my Guide 10 PP out and away from the sun. Is there finally an extension cable or coupler for the supercharge cable? Please give us a specific reason as to why not. Is this due to the length of the cable? 1121094 2013-05-02T15:43:23 true false No, unfortunately we do not have an extension cord for that cable. It already is an expensive cable alone due to cutting the charge time in half. We are looking into extending more of our cables. Keep a lookout in the near future for one! 1115427 2013-04-28T21:55:55 false false Community Answer None So far as I can tell, no, there is not an extension cable or coupler available for the supercharge cable. The answer given to another customer states that the reason for this is that it would cause a loss in power. This same reply gives a phone number that you can call for more information: 1.888.794.6250 or an email address that you can contact them at, as well: email@example.com 1502660 2013-08-07T08:02:01 PRE_SALE pete norris how is it used? what does it do? 1232071 2013-08-07T08:21:31 false false Community Answer None The Super Charge Cable is used as an input cable that allows you to super charge the Guide 10 Plus from the Nomad 7 Solar Panel. 1232191 2013-08-07T08:58:50 true false The Super Charge Cable allows you to charge the Guide 10 Plus Battery Pack with our Nomad 7 Solar Panel. The Nomad 13 has this cord attached to the back of the panel. With all other panels, you'll need to utilize the Mini USB to Standard USB cable. 1232213 2013-08-07T09:14:11 true false The Super Charge cable is used for charging the Guide 10 Plus from our Nomad solar panels. 1686458 2013-11-24T16:38:09 PRE_SALE Leo I need a USB to this mm tip cable does goal zero make them or should I splice some cables together? 1367231 2013-11-26T11:40:48 true false Goal Zero does not make a USB to the Super Charge Tip. 1857411 2014-03-03T12:57:03 PRE_SALE Charles Portland OR Will the super charge cable able to connect a v1 Nomad 7 with the goal + 10 power pack? 1478830 2014-03-07T16:58:15 true false Yes, the Super Charge Cable allows you to connect the Guide 10 Plus to the Nomad 7 V1 for charging. 114 Spot Rechargeable Light pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-03-07 2012-07-28 4.5 4.7 20 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Backpacking Camping Ease of usein night stand Emergency equipment Having around the house High-end equipment Hunting Hunting fishing Night fishing On the boat Outfitters and guides Portable electronics Security work Trail riders Travel Walking our dogs at night Wilderness camping Charges slowly Floating would be better Inconsistent performance NONE SO FAR Switch trigger is flimsy Tricky trigger Trigger sticks sometimes Budget shopper Quality oriented Business Personal 6 month charge Car charger adapter Extremely lightweight Fast charge Fits into emergency kit Focus is perfect Good power output Good value Handles well Hole is for storeage It's A wonderful device Lightweight Light weight Light weightcompact Long lasting Long-lasting charge Low scatter beam Mind-blowingly bright Once you figure out that Portable Reliable Versatile Will hold A charge for 6 No Yes 19 0 false false 13 21 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/54/114-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/54/114-en_US-1-questions.html 34249085 27458206 Approved 2012-07-28 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Fantastic light! 5 Charges Quickly Good Value Reliable Performance Long Lasting Powerful No NONE Quality Oriented Emergency Equipment High-End Equipment Travel Having Around The House Portable Electronics Personal recommended Fantastic emergency light. Holds a charge for 6 months. Extremely reliable. Outshines anything I've ever owned. Very lightweight. Durable. I can't say anything negative about this spotlight. Makes a GREAT gift. It's always ready to shine when you need it. Pauline Ashton, ID Very light and bright indeed. 35111108 28390601 Approved 2012-09-13 2 1 web Verified Reviewer Just purchased today , 9-13-2012 4 No Powerful Good Value Lightweight NONE SO FAR Quality Oriented Personal Hunting Fishing Just got this today, 9-13-2012. I bought a 5 million candle power spotlight , from a store, 3weeks ago and it would not hold a charge, for more than 10 minutes. I returned it, and went to a different store. I looked a flashlights for almost 2 hours, looking at lumens, burn time, watts, meters, ect..... I saw this spot, last one on the shelf, and bought it. It's charging now, but even out of the pack, it was impressive. Can't wait to take out tonight on a full charge. Will update in a few weeks , with a field test review. Thanks Mike L. Virginia Mike the deer hunter.. Salem, Virginia Thanks for your thoughts. 37285924 30644115 Approved 2012-12-19 1 0 web Unverified Perfectly Focused Beam 5 No Focus Is Perfect Charges Quickly Good Value Long Lasting Reliable Performance Powerful Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Emergency Equipment Travel Security Work Hunting and fishing recommended I own numerous LED flashlights and a couple of LED spotlights. When I picked up your little LED spotlight and switched it on, I was immediately impressed with the perfectly focused beam (as I shined it on the fairly high ceiling of the building)! I have great appreciation for the attention to detail involved with taking the time to ensure the emitter is positioned at the perfect focal point of the parabolic reflector! I hope the manufacturer will consider possibly making a larger more powerful version of the spotlight-like say a 10 watt version. It's a great product! I will use the spotlight around the house and will take it with me when I go camping and on daily trips. Warrior1449 Peoria, AZ 38396147 31788336 Approved 2013-02-15 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer pleasant surprise 5 Yes Powerful Reliable Performance Long Lasting Good Value Charges Quickly Versatile Value Oriented Personal recommended Uses are too numerous to try to mention. My unit was a Christmas gift. Am pleased enough that I purchased a like unit for the giver. delivery was prompt, and recipient is as pleased as myself. REDDAWG Cullman, AL 3618829 order_id 11320 42466508 36317482 Approved 2013-07-07 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Awesome light 5 No Charges Quickly Powerful Long Lasting Good Value Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment High-End Equipment Portable Electronics Travel Having Around The House recommended Best light I have ever owned. Need to get one for my wife now! plantman Siloam Springs, Arkansas 43012707 37009231 Approved 2013-07-31 1 0 web Unverified Fantastic 5 No Good Value Charges Quickly Long Lasting Powerful Reliable Performance Floating Would Be Better Quality Oriented Business On the boat Emergency Equipment Having Around The House recommended We use this on our boat for night travel, you can see for a great distance. Light weight, you can even use it when it is plugged into the charger, Awesome If was a floating light then it would be part of your "Safe Boating Kit" we have to carry a floating light to be legal but only use this one Freddys Quinte West, ON 43072618 37161438 Approved 2013-08-03 1 0 web Unverified perfect for hunters and backpackers 5 No Portable Good Value Extremely Lightweight Reliable Performance Fits Into Emergency Kit Powerful Long Lasting 6 Month Charge Will Hold A Charge For 6 Charges Quickly Quality Oriented Personal Travel High-End Equipment Backpacking Hunting and fishing Wilderness Camping Having Around The House Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Outfitters And Guides Trail Riders recommended I use this light for everything I charged it in December and it just now required a charge, but still never went out. i keep it in my truck and in my backpack and saddle bag. great for camping since it wont require a charge for months. Perfect for hunting or backpacking situations or atv riders or horseback riders. Adds no weight. I will shine with clarity and detail for close to 100 yards or more. We were spotting raccoons in trees from about 75 yards away. tracker Mesa Arizona 43297504 37438246 Approved 2013-08-14 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Brightest spotlight I've ever owned 5 No Long-lasting Charge Mind-blowingly Bright Powerful Charges Quickly Long Lasting Car Charger Adapter Good Value Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Travel Portable Electronics High-End Equipment Having Around The House Personal recommended I used to have a spotlight that was bright, but only lasted 20 minutes or less with a full charge. I thought that one was good. This Goal Zero spotlight is far brighter, puts out no heat, and just keeps on shining--the battery charge really lasts! Dwayne, the Convinced! Timberlake, NC 43297685 37438386 Approved 2013-08-14 2 0 web Verified Reviewer Powerful Light 4 No Powerful Good Value Inconsistent Performance Tricky Trigger Quality Oriented Personal Travel Emergency Equipment recommended This light is extremely light and fairly compact for how bright it is. The trigger is a little finicky to switch on. PW Rancho Cucamonga 43301366 37498500 Approved 2013-08-14 1 0 web Unverified toss all your old spotlights!!! 5 No Low Scatter Beam Good Value Long Lasting Powerful Charges Quickly Light Weightcompact Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel Emergency Equipment Night Fishing Camping recommended Love this spotlight for navigating the lake at night, it doesn't make nearly as much glare as the big 1,2,or 3 million candle power lights, reaches out just as far too. Great price and nice compact unit. Nice to have on the counter to see what the dogs are barking at out in the back at night too. Would buy again and will give as gifts. MAR gotbass Redding, CA 43302226 37499141 Approved 2013-08-14 1 0 web Verified Reviewer "cant live without it" 5 No Light Weight Long Lasting Charges Quickly Powerful Good Value Reliable Performance NONE Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Walking Our Dogs At Night Travel Having Around The House High-End Equipment recommended we use this light every day no problems we even bought one for our best friends they love it. donald duck west sacramento california 43314815 37500055 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer light as a feather 5 Reliable Performance Powerful Good Value Charges Quickly No Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Having Around The House High-End Equipment recommended light as a feather great beam and compactservice is just GREAT Bob the senior middle of Florida 43317763 37501926 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Love this light, wish I had more 5 No Charges Quickly Long Lasting Good Value Reliable Performance Powerful Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel Emergency Equipment recommended I love how lightweight this light is and how powerful it is for a small light bigjam Ontario, Canada 43995592 38386883 Approved 2013-09-15 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Best Ever 5 Powerful Long Lasting No Trigger Sticks Sometimes Quality Oriented Business Emergency Equipment Having Around The House High-End Equipment recommended I have other powerful lights that are 5Xs heaver & last 1/10th the time. Beeman New Paltz, NY 4146605 order_id 16114 45530011 40160071 Approved 2013-11-19 1 0 web Verified Reviewer switch not good design 3 Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Good Value Long Lasting Powerful Switch Trigger Is Flimsy Inconsistent Performance Personal Having Around The House Travel Emergency Equipment recommended the switch trigger assembly is poorly designed, i have bought 3 and they are all the same. there are times when you have to keep pressing to turn or and or off the light.other than that its a great product. i just am surprised as to how it passed quality control before it went into production!!!! bobby south san francisco 47221711 41889902 Approved 2014-01-11 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer strong light, good long distance light 5 No Good Value Reliable Performance Long Lasting Powerful Charges slowly Value Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics Having Around The House High-End Equipment Travel recommended great in the boat, good long distance light flywright14 Fort Lauderdale FL 4419158 order_id 19594 47600411 42288774 Approved 2014-01-27 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great product for the money 5 Yes Powerful Long Lasting It's A Wonderful Device Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Good Value Hole Is For Storeage Once You Figure Out That NONE Value Oriented Ease Of Usein Night Stand Having Around The House Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment High-End Equipment Travel recommended Safty around a rural dwelling. Barney Mountain Green, UT 47985596 42629213 Approved 2014-02-14 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Light it up! 4 No Light Weight Long Lasting Handles Well Powerful Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Camping Emergency Equipment recommended I got this light on a whim, and it was a fantastic whim! It's great for everything that you might or might not need a spot light for. From camping to emergencies, to spotting those annoying squirrels that keep eating your attic insulation, I can use it for anything. Sam CA 4545309 order_id 21330 48415420 43302500 Approved 2014-03-07 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Good Deal!!! 4 Good Value Powerful No Value Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel recommended I was pleased with my purchase, the light works well and i have not had any issues. Its surprisingly light weight. I would recommend it to anyone that spends time outdoors. Compared to models that run $80 with a bit more power this is a deal. Dave New Orleans 4604882 order_id 22378 48417566 43304524 Approved 2014-03-07 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer bright and lightweight 5 No Charges Quickly Good Value Long Lasting Powerful Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel Having Around The House Portable Electronics recommended great for emergency use around the house or in the car, camping, boating, anywhere you need bright' portable light. Quist33 Middlesboro, KY 4604882 order_id 22364 1087142 2012-12-01T11:47:54 PRE_SALE Paul Is it waterproof? Does it float? 919495 2012-12-06T08:42:06 true false It is Water Resistant. It will not float. 1087310 2012-12-01T13:35:31 PRE_SALE Trekker Olathe, KS Is the Spot Rechargeable Light waterproof or at least water resistant? I was thinking of using it on my boat. If it does go int the water, will it float? 919485 2012-12-06T08:34:42 true false It is water Resistant. If it were to get when it would not damage it instantly. If it were to get wet let it dry first the continue usage. 1128771 2012-12-25T19:15:19 PRE_SALE Mag I notice the back panel comes off. Is this to store the power cords? Will it hurt the circuit panel near the front if I store one of the power cords in it? 948334 2013-01-04T10:03:11 true false Yes it is a small storage port. You can store the cords in there. 1158105 2013-01-11T13:05:03 PRE_SALE GTS Texas Does it have a USB Mini charge port? 956914 2013-01-11T13:23:37 false false Community Answer None Unfortunately it does not, but it does come with a car adapter to charge in your car. 961632 2013-01-16T09:31:03 true false No it does not. It is 12v charger. 1293495 2013-03-20T07:50:52 PRE_SALE Frank West Columbia, SC Will the light over change and be damaged if it is not unplugged immediately after charging for a few hours? 1069925 2013-03-21T11:20:42 false false Community Answer None They light cannot overcharge if left plugged in. It will stop charging when fully charged. 1078547 2013-03-28T16:27:54 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! You are completely fine to leave light plugged in for long periods of time it will not overcharge or damage the battery because everything does get regulated into the battery. 1457578 2013-07-09T21:00:45 PRE_SALE Alex Is this product compatible with the 12v wire that is on the Nomad 7? They look different... 1195890 2013-07-10T02:35:54 false false Community Answer None This light is compatible with any GOAL ZERO solar panels, power pack, or any 12 Volt car adapter port, so yes it should work with your Nomad 7. 1207724 2013-07-18T15:45:48 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The charge for this light is specific to this unit. You would use the female cigarette lighter charger attachment for the Nomad 7 to charge this from solar. 1461366 2013-07-12T10:15:49 PRE_SALE Hutch South Ga. Is there a red lens that I can purchase for the Spot?, I plan on using it for coyote night hunting. 1206160 2013-07-17T14:38:12 true false At this time, we do not have lenses for the spot. We only provide colored lenses for our Firefly Light. 1465474 2013-07-15T10:12:43 PRE_SALE Sam Sanford, FL how do you put in the batteries and how does it run by itself and what type of battery? 1202566 2013-07-15T11:41:46 false false Community Answer None This item takes a lithium-ion 4V, 3Ah (12Wh) battery. Product description does not include instructions on putting in the batteries. 1205830 2013-07-17T10:50:13 true false The Spot Light has a lithium-ion rechargeable battery within it. In order for it to run hours upon end, you'll need to charge it from either the AC wall charger, or 12v car adapter that is included with it. 1508800 2013-08-11T00:47:05 PRE_SALE Jimbo Portland, Oregon U.S.A. The large cavity in this light seems like it was designed for either a larger battery pack or storage caddy and I was wondering if anything was available to fill that void. I was planning on making a small and waterproof enclosure that will slide in and out easy for a small fire starter or first aid kit unless something is already intended for that space. Thanks for your time Jim 1236861 2013-08-11T06:00:39 false false Community Answer None The storage space is intended to store the cords. However, you may find a better use for it. 1238074 2013-08-12T08:48:59 true false The storage space was created for balance in the light and storage of cords. 1597489 2013-10-03T11:21:45 PRE_SALE reverett88 do you sell replacement bulbs for this spotlight? 1306501 2013-10-08T12:12:22 true false Unfortunately we do not sell replacement bulbs for the Spot. 1300677 2013-10-03T11:34:23 false false Community Answer None No, we do not carry the replacement bulbs for this spotlight. You need an LED 3W 180 lumens white bulb. 1625848 2013-10-21T04:00:37 PRE_SALE Mike Herriman, UT Does this light come with a battery? I bought one on e-bay and it was just the light no battery. It works when plugged in only. Thanks, 1324179 2013-10-23T09:53:08 true false The Spot has a rechargeable battery inside to be used when not plugged in. Contact our Support Team at firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 and we can possibly troubleshoot with you. 1322824 2013-10-22T11:44:53 false false Community Answer None The light is designed to be used away from a wall. There is a battery inside. 1648285 2013-11-03T18:20:49 PRE_SALE n/a Canada Hello, We have a Goal Zero spot rechargeable flashlight. What are the specification on the AC adaptor? I.e. what voltage output is the AC adaptor? Thank you 1339434 2013-11-05T11:40:20 true false The Spot Rechargeable Light AC adapter has an output of 9V DC 300MA. 1336971 2013-11-04T04:21:42 false false Community Answer None The Spot Rechargable Light AC adapter plugs into a standard outlet. 1807814 2014-01-29T18:16:46 PRE_SALE fubar3am United States Where is the serial number located? Thanks 1482100 2014-03-11T13:03:41 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! The Spot Light does not have a serial number. 132 Guide 10 Plus Mobile Kit pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2012-11-13 2011-11-13 4 4 20 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Backcountry Backpacking Camera charging Emergencies Having around the house High-end equipment Hiking Iphone charging Just about all batteries Military field training Multi-day raftingkayak Portable electronics Travel Ultra running Wilderness trips Lacks power None takes the cake Re-plug needed sometimes Short life Unreliable performance Wanted the other one Budget shopper Quality oriented Business Personal Attaches to pack Convenient Easy to set up Easy to transport Enough power for iphone Good power output Good price / value Good unit for needs Great gift Lightweight Long battery life Looks good Multipurpose Quiet operation Rain proof Reliable Small Small footprint No Yes 13 4 true false 101 116 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/58/132-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/58/132-en_US-1-questions.html 30600669 24160355 Approved 2011-11-30 2 1 web Unverified Solar powered Christmas tree 5 Solar powered Christmas tree. We have a nuclear reactor sitting on a 200 ft cliff, over the Pacific ocean, built on 2 fault lines at San Luis Obisbo, so our family is trying to quit using nuclear power. Our first step was to buy your solar powered batter kit. We used it to power our Christmas tree, computer, cell & other earth quake survival needs. You can see it on our Youtube site, under "solar powered Christmas tree. paul kangas Unknown Love the creative use of GOAL ZERO gear. 30600670 24160357 Approved 2011-11-13 3 11 web Unverified Didn't work right out of the box. 1 I was stupid enough to purchase a Sport Chalet extended warranty for additional $17.97. Not really needed for a thing that doesn't work right out of the box. Another example of Chinese quality manufacturing. Bring production back to the US! Oleg Gleizer Unknown Would love to hear more about this situation please contact support. 30600695 24160381 Approved 2012-03-04 3 0 web Unverified Guide 10 Plus Mobile Kit 5 Hello My name is Giovanni Bucio, I want to give a good review about the Guide 10 plus mobile kit. It can recharge my smartphone samsung galaxy s two ways USB or the included power pack. I leave the solar panel guide 10 plus in my car on sunny days and cloudy days it recharges the power pack. When i return i recharge my smartphone. The product is very good in travel size and recharges quickly the power pack. Thank you Goal Zero. Giovanni Bucio Chicago, IL Glad you are keeping powered up using the most abundant natural power source. 31477447 24794891 Approved 2012-04-17 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Amazing power for small size 5 No Quiet Operation Easy To Set Up Long Lasting Power Small Footprint Adequate Power None takes the cake Quality Oriented Travel Portable Electronics High-End Equipment Personal recommended Hooked up to 120v inverter and charges my MacBook pro with enough power to charge the battery pack works fair in low light. Sargebsa Damascus VA Wow. It is not really meant to charge that big of device but glad to hear it works for you. 32094701 25399601 Approved 2012-05-10 2 1 web Unverified Awesome use of natural energy! 5 No Reliable Performance Quiet Operation Long Lasting Power Small Footprint Easy To Set Up Attaches to pack Adequate Power Value Oriented Personal Backpacking Travel Portable Electronics Backcountry recommended I use it with a iPhone 4 and I was concerned at first that it did not seem to be compatible. I checked the support and confirmed what they said with my own experiments. It does charge the iPhone, even though sometimes it looks like it is not, but it is charging. If you are concerned about if your device is supported check with product support prior to use. Dave Michigan There has been a lot of confusion with the iPhone. It does indeed charge an iPhone. Thanks for putting in your clarification. 32466762 25693639 Approved 2012-05-16 2 0 web Verified Reviewer Brilliant in Zion 5 Yes Small Footprint Easy To Set Up Adequate Power Long Lasting Power Reliable Performance Quiet Operation Quality Oriented Travel Personal recommended I took my Guide 10 to Zion National Park for a long run I was doing. My crew car recharged our phones, cameras, and watches with it while I was on the trail. It was the perfect support tool. Thanks so much. Craig Lloyd Draper, UT Hope the run was awesome! Glad the Guide 10 came in handy. recommended Garmin GPS watch recharging 32631162 25849256 Approved 2012-05-22 4 1 web Verified Reviewer Nomad 3.5 can't charge smartphones 1 No Lacks Power Quality Oriented Personal not recommended After reading umpteen product descriptions and reviews for the Guide 10 Plus Mobile kit, it sounded perfect for me. I am an avid backpacker so I went with the smaller, lighter 3.5 unit. Upon receiving and opening it, I was dismayed to read that the Nomad 3.5 can't charge smart phones. Wow a small oversight in the description? I have never read that anywhere in my product research but when I opened the package it was like the 1st thing I saw. Omitting information is not substitute for a accurate description. So I figure I can just use the Guide 10 pack to charge my Casio G'zOne Commando, so when I connect it my phone only reads "USB connected" but won't charge. And is seems like I'm the only person in the world with this problem. I can't get any response from Goal Zero, Verizon knows nothing and trying to contact Casio is a joke. If the shortcomings of the Nomad 3.5 were made clear on this website I would have bought the Nomad 7, but instead was duped into buying the 3.5 unit. With such a great product you really don't need to mislead people. Now I have a really awesome product that does nothing for me. Thanks Goal Zero. Misled and unhappy Tahoe, CA The Nomad 3.5 is really ideal for recharging the Guide 10 Plus. Contact us and we will make it right for you. 32639419 25857123 Approved 2012-05-22 2 0 web Verified Reviewer Mixed Results 2 No Small Footprint Short Life Unreliable Performance Lacks Power Quality Oriented Portable Electronics Personal not recommended I bought this device mainly to use to charge my iPhone 4S and iPad2. I've had mixed results charging both. Most of the time the Guide 10 Plus (fully charged) charged each device for about 10 minutes then the LED went red indicating it was no longer charging. Flipping the power switch on the Guide 10 Plus resulted in approx. 3-5 more minutes of charging. I was never able to get a full charge to the iPhone or half charge to the iPad as described. I'm very happy however with the direct charging of devices using the solar panels. I own the Nomad 3.5 and Nomad 7. Unfortunately the Guide 10 Plus just doesn't live up to to the described specs. Billib Minnesota Please contact us at 1-888-794-6250 or firstname.lastname@example.com and will 32646098 25875414 Approved 2012-05-23 1 1 email Verified Purchaser SMALL, LIGHT WEIGHT, EASY PACKING 4 No Easy To Set Up Adequate Power Small Footprint Quiet Operation Long Lasting Power Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Travel recommended I LOVE IT BUY THE ENTIRE PACKAGE AND YOU CAN'T GO WRONG I USE IT ALMOST EVERY DAY I WOULD SUGGEST THE 4 PANEL FOR FASTER CHARGES CZAR BRISTOL CT 3025984 Thanks for the feedback. order_id 4877 32646219 25875940 Approved 2012-05-23 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Nice Product works Great 5 Easy To Set Up No Value Oriented Business Travel recommended very portable and ensures I have power on the long trips both internationally and in the US Ray the Travel Guy Boston 3025984 Great feedback. Thanks! order_id 6337 32650577 25879869 Approved 2012-05-23 0 7 email Verified Purchaser small 2 No Quiet Operation Easy To Set Up Short Life Lacks Power Personal Having Around The House not recommended not worth the price small dc 3025984 Sorry you feel this way. order_id 6247 32652813 25881786 Approved 2012-05-23 2 1 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Love this! Can't stop recommending it! 5 Yes Long Lasting Power Affordable Easy To Set Up Lightweight Great gift Quiet Operation Convenient Adequate Power Small Reliable Performance Small Footprint Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Ultra running Portable Electronics High-End Equipment Hiking Travel recommended GoalZero makes quality products. Even the Sherpas in Nepal said it was the best solar gear they'd seen come through as they continued to hand me their cells to charge. :) I keep giving away the Guide 10 as gifts because it's useful, easy to use, super lightweight and is a great tool for hikers and ultrarunners. Highly recommend. t seattle, wa 3025984 Pending This is some of the best customer service I've come across. My zip code got mixed up by one number and they jumped all over it and had it corrected immediately. Super friendly and responsive as well. Thanks for the feedback! similar Sherpa order_id 4608 32674474 25925620 Approved 2012-05-24 2 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer portable, portable, portable 4 Easy To Set Up Quiet Operation Small Footprint Reliable Performance No Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Backpacking Travel Emergencies recommended using 2500mah Energizer Batteries, this will charge my Droid X Goal zero Batteries will maintain power but not charge when in use. weekly usage AZ 3025984 Thanks for your feedback. similar Nomad 13.5 similar Sherpa 50 order_id 4920 32766001 25990578 Approved 2012-05-29 1 1 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Good solar power unit 4 No Quiet Operation Reliable Performance Small Footprint Easy To Set Up Good unit for needs Adequate Power Wanted the other one Value Oriented Personal recommended This unit works well. I wish I had been able to buy the larger unit. It was out of stock when I bought this one. I got the TEN, was because I needed it when I had to go out of town on a deployment. I may buy the larger unit and give this one to my brother. For it's use, it does a good job. Ron Payson, Utah 3042555 Thanks for you feedback. order_id 6893 34056850 27266517 Approved 2012-07-16 3 0 web Verified Reviewer Great Little Unit 5 No Small Footprint Easy To Set Up Adequate Power Value Oriented Personal Travel Military Field Training Backpacking recommended This is a great little kit. I also have the Nomad 7 and Nomad 13 kits, and of the three this is the one I grab when backpacking or just traveling. It's easily capable of keep my iPhone charged. When backpacking I mainly use my iPhone as a camera with occasional music, GPS and checking for text messages. So the battery lasts a couple days with data turned off. Even so, with a completely depleted battery and full sun it take about 6 hours to fully charge the iPhone directly from this panel. I try to keep the Guide 10 Plus (battery pack) fully charged up for use at night and emergency charging. Overall I think it's a great product! LaRock Lower California http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/58/34056850_257371_full.jpg /pwr/content/00/58/34056850_257371_thumbnail.jpg Thanks for sharing your experiences. similar Guide 10 Plus Adventure Kit (Nomad 7) http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/79/Guide-10-Adventure-Kit/1:1/ similar Sherpa 50 Adventure Kit (Nomad 13) 34203786 27414215 Approved 2012-07-25 5 0 web Verified Reviewer Everything I expected and needed 5 No Long Lasting Power Reliable Performance Small Footprint Enough power for iPhone Multipurpose Rain proof Lightweight Quiet Operation Small Adequate Power Easy To Set Up Value Oriented Personal Camera charging Portable Electronics Iphone charging Just about all batteries Travel recommended I used this while traveling through Spain and also recently in Asia with this being the only way to charge my iPhone, iPod and camera batteries. This little thing is PERFECT to keep all of our smaller devices up and running. I personally use my iPhone for just about everything while traveling (Automated plane ticket confirmations, Google maps for directions, Google Translate, camera, web browser, Conversions of money weight and time, etc.) All that usage drains the batteries pretty fast but I hung the solar panel on my camel-back and kept the phone and Guide 10+ charging while able to use it all day. With the Guide10+ always charged, I was never out of touch with the information age. Even at night. My children enjoyed being able to watch movies and play games while waiting at airports and other places. I enjoyed letting them and not worrying about needing to save the battery life. Great for travel or even just while out and about and need a charge on the go. Pro Pilot Salt Lake City, Utah http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/58/34203786_259334_full.jpg /pwr/content/00/58/34203786_259334_thumbnail.jpg Power EVERYWHERE! Picture of Product Using Product Spain http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/58/34203786_259335_full.jpg /pwr/content/00/58/34203786_259335_thumbnail.jpg Perfect for adventures or just getting to them. Using Product Airport Kids Picture of Product Children Iphone Waiting Looks like you are living life untethered! Thanks for the review and awesome photos. recommended rock out speaker http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/24//4:10/ 34856541 27966366 Approved 2012-08-28 1 0 web Unverified You've been warned! 1 No Lacks Power Unreliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal not recommended I've been hunting for a lightweight solar kit for a two week trip in the Alps. I started with the Joos, which was too heavy. For the past few days I've been testing this Goal Zero kit and the Powertraveller Solarmonkey Adventurer. My primary goal is to find something to charge a Google Nexus 7 tablet (4325 mAh battery). For reference, the Nexus 7 battery is considerably smaller than the iPad 2 or New iPad battery. For what it's worth, the Powertraveller Solarmonkey Adventurer also seems inadequate for my needs. First, I haven't had much luck getting the panels to charge the Guide 10 Plus Battery Pack. I've had it charging in partially sunny days in NC. The panels are outside all day. Anyway, I do realize that this is one of the drawbacks of the smaller panels. Last night I charged the Guide 10 Battery Pack via USB. This morning I connected it to my Nexus 7 and within 2 hours the tablet went from 9% to 46% of max. battery life. Given the mAh capacity of the Guide 10 compared to the mAh of the Nexus 7 battery, this is a realistic charge. 25 minutes after I disconneced the Guide 10, my battery life had taken a nosedive from 46% to 34%. It continued to nosedive to 0, all the while heating the battery to dangerous levels. For several minutes I wasn't even able to start a charge from the Google AC adapter. Now the tablet is charging sporadically, but the battery temperature is still all over the map. None of the other solar chargers I've tested did this to my battery. Hopefully the battery will recover. If not, I've learned my lesson. If you're considering using a solar charger for your precious electronic devices, I urge you to do your research and make sure your device is getting good, clean energy. I'll be hard pressed to ever try another Goal Zero product after this experience. Karp Cary, NC 34880154 27989122 Approved 2012-08-29 2 0 web Verified Reviewer Outstanding Product and Value 5 Small Footprint Adequate Power Quiet Operation Reliable Performance Easy To Set Up No Quality Oriented Personal Travel Portable Electronics Multi-day RaftingKayak Wilderness Trips Having Around The House recommended I recently used this on a multi-day sea kayaking trip (8 days) on the Pacific side of the Olympic Penninsula and a wilderness raft trip (10 days) in Wrangell St. Elias NP in Alaska. This product performed flawlessly and all of our electronics (cameras, VHF radio, GPS, phone/iPod) were always adequately charged. The iPhone will only charge from the panel with direct uninterrupted sunlight as noted by Goal Zero staff, otherwise the battery pack works great. This product couldn't be easier to use or a better value for the money. I won't even hesitate to buy another Goal Zero product. Stone Boulder, CO Sounds like you are having some serious fun! Thanks for the review. 35606340 28867679 Approved 2012-09-28 1 2 web Verified Reviewer I have these products, and Love it.. 5 Reliable Performance Easy To Set Up No Quality Oriented Personal Travel High-End Equipment Having Around The House Portable Electronics recommended Producta are totally Awesome TimVyvlecka Bulverde,Tx Thanks! 36560953 29850634 Approved 2012-11-13 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Wonderful product! 5 No Small Footprint Easy To Transport Easy To Set Up Adequate Power Reliable Performance Quiet Operation Looks Good Re-plug Needed Sometimes Quality Oriented Personal Travel Portable Electronics recommended This item makes me a very happy customer! Everything about it works well for me: easy, light, small, and powerful. They ONLY bad thing I found is that with the iPhone 4 I have to un-plug and re-plug the charging cord if for some reason the panels are covered while the device is charging. Thanks for making this, and I only wish I could afford to buy it as a gift for all my family and friends. Way to make solar cool and easy! Bettie Green Lexington, KY http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/58/36560953_285524_full.jpg /pwr/content/00/58/36560953_285524_thumbnail.jpg I took this to a Science Fair day! Using Product 3407303 order_id 8558 831436 2012-04-05T16:02:12 PRE_SALE Is the internal battery changeable by the user? 741925 2012-05-15T12:20:55 true false The internal batteries are the AA/AAA batteries that are completely changeable and meant to be taken out used and then recharged using the Guide 10 Plus. 852270 2012-04-28T16:26:12 POST_SALE tunedup USA How do you charge AAA batteries? 740310 2012-05-14T09:22:21 true false You need a AAA insert. If you did not get one Goal Zero's customer support just needs your address and they send you one free of charge. 876711 2012-05-18T20:14:30 PRE_SALE Can the panel get rained on? How water resistant is it. Other solar panels (pisat solar) are designed to be water resistant, and can withstand rain, snow and other elements. 748762 2012-05-23T12:11:15 true false The solar panel is super water resistant! It will not hurt the panel to get rained on. 876982 2012-05-19T11:31:35 POST_SALE Pachi Salt Lake City, UT Hi, Is possible to connect the 12V DC adapter to this product? if does, how i can get it? and also I need only the AAA battery adapter for the Guide 10, no batteries, where i can get it? Thanks 748724 2012-05-23T11:55:12 true false It is not possible to charge through direct current with this product. If you wish to receive a AAA adapter, all you need to do is email our customer service team at firstname.lastname@example.com. 750239 2012-05-24T18:21:01 false true weekly usage AZ you can use a USB adapter for your Cigarette plug, with the provided USB cable. 881999 2012-05-24T20:45:23 POST_SALE Avatar26 Denton, Texas How do I activate the solar charging portion of the unit? 750682 2012-05-25T09:47:21 true false To solar charge, you only need to use the solar charge cord that came with the kit to connect the panel and the battery pack. Make sure the panel is in good, direct sunlight when connected with the Guide 10 PLUS as well. 882013 2012-05-24T21:07:09 POST_SALE WB Albany, OR How many mAH are the batteries? I have replaced them with 2700 mAh. 750688 2012-05-25T09:50:53 true false Our AA batteries are about 2000 mAh each. It is safe to use the 2700 mAh ones you have though. 884145 2012-05-27T17:42:45 PRE_SALE Can I Charge My Phone Directly Thru The Solar Panels Instead Of Going Thru The Battery Chargers? If No, Any Other Models Are Able To Do So? 754203 2012-05-30T11:04:08 true false The panel in the mobile kit will not charge smartphones directly. The nomad 7 solar panel is much more likely to charge smartphones. 885419 2012-05-29T08:14:49 PRE_SALE is it good for survival 761779 2012-06-07T13:54:39 false false DarbE here Depends on what you mean by survival. If you mean survival as in the 4 basic necessities (food, water, shelter, clothing), then no, it isn't good for survival. And you can definitely "survive" without this product. If you mean " Is it useful in an emergency situation to keep a cell phone functioning to communicate with family and/or emergency responders or to power a radio or gps", then yes, it is a good tool to have in your 72 hr kit. 805525 2012-08-02T20:46:47 true false Definitely! This is a great system for keeping you connected. The AA/AAA batteries are great for powering survival devices like flashlights. You can also use this device to power any small device that charge via USB. 888817 2012-06-01T21:19:06 PRE_SALE How much does this unit weigh? 759077 2012-06-05T08:27:02 true false This unit weighs roughly 3 pounds, all-together. 891435 2012-06-05T01:12:03 PRE_SALE Norway hei Can i charge my Samsung S2 with this product and can it be charged from the wall in Norway 220 volt And how is it far up north where the sun is weak can i increase the battery storage capacity How do i charge up my phone from the battery at night 805507 2012-08-02T20:09:48 true false The Guide 10 Plus stores all the power where the Nomad 3.5 collects the energy. We've done testing with product all over the world. If you have sun, it will charge. As for powering this device, you need a USB for charing. If you have a 220V wall plug to USB adapter, you won't have any problems charging your power packs. Your Samsung S2 will charge from this device. 894265 2012-06-08T05:36:32 POST_SALE Bill Potomac, MD Hi - the product supposedly recharges AAA batteries, but AAA batteries don't fit into the charger. Is there an adapter necessary? 764995 2012-06-12T14:27:39 true false An adapter is necessary. If you email firstname.lastname@example.com, our customer service will see that one is sent to you, at no cost to you. 898431 2012-06-12T17:34:07 PRE_SALE Which of your products would be able to provide energy for a CPAP machine overnight? We need one when we go camping as we sometimes cannot get a site with electricity. Thanks. 769481 2012-06-18T13:21:10 true false As CPAP machines vary in their power consumption, I cannot recommend or guarantee a definite solution at this time. We do have many customers who use our battery packs to run CPAPs, though. Most customers use either the Escape 150 or the Extreme 350. 901007 2012-06-15T12:45:01 PRE_SALE Will the Guide 10 Plus Mobile Kit charge an iphone 4S? 769580 2012-06-18T14:32:52 true false This kit should charge an iPhone 4S. 901547 2012-06-16T07:07:19 PRE_SALE Will the Guide 10 plus mobile kit charge an iphone 4s? 770357 2012-06-19T11:08:56 true false The kit will charge the iPhone 4S. The Guide 10 plus will charge the phone, but the panel will not. 901615 2012-06-16T08:53:56 POST_SALE Trekker Tom Colorado I just purchased the Nomad 7 and try as I may, I can not find a way to get the clear protective covering off the solar cells! I see no edges that come up as the fabric is tightly attached. Any suggestions? 770348 2012-06-19T10:59:26 true false The latest shipment from our manufacturer did not have said film. You should be good to go! 902609 2012-06-17T14:29:58 PRE_SALE Can this charge a kindle book reader? does it need the battery pack or can I plug in the kindle usb connection directly? 770430 2012-06-19T12:13:23 true false The Guide 10 Plus can give charge to some of the base model kindles, but will not give charge to some. We would need to know the technical requirements of your kindle to determine the compatibility. 904689 2012-06-19T17:47:02 POST_SALE Lenf Strasburg,pa Can I charge my iPad 2 directly with the 3.5 solar or do I need to charge the battery 4pk then charge the ipad2 774562 2012-06-22T21:46:19 true false The Nomad 3.5 isn't powerful enough to charge a tablet. You will need to use the Guide 10 Plus power pack for charging your iPad. 905310 2012-06-20T11:17:16 PRE_SALE will it charge an Iphone 4? 775066 2012-06-23T22:14:01 true false The Guide 10 Plus power pack will charge your iPhone 4. 905956 2012-06-21T03:37:54 PRE_SALE WILL THIS UNIT CHARGE THE 4G I-PHONE? 775096 2012-06-23T22:50:29 true false The Guide 10 Plus power pack will charge your iPhone 4G, but the Nomad 3.5 will be more finicky as it is a very small panel. 906269 2012-06-21T10:35:43 POST_SALE danfong Fremont, CA I bought a Guide 10 Plus Mobile Kit @ Amazon. There is a cigarrete lighter type of adjunct. What can I connect to it? Thanks, Dan Fong 775083 2012-06-23T22:31:28 true false The 4.7mm female cigarette adapter is actually meant for the larger panels, namely, the Nomad 7. This cord cannot connect to anything in your kit. Please contact customer service if you have any questions regarding this. Thanks! 908298 2012-06-23T20:34:33 PRE_SALE EJ Got a Nomad 3.5...how do you take the $&*! film off the solar cells? 776926 2012-06-26T09:39:07 true false It is possible that the panel did not have the protective thin layer of film on it. We had a few batches come in that did not have that film. If you are having a lot of difficulty seeing a thin layer of film that can easily be removed, it probably isn't there. 911634 2012-06-27T18:21:14 PRE_SALE Peg California The box says that it will power an iPad. How long will it take to charge and iPad and or iPhone? 779218 2012-06-28T13:46:56 true false The Guide 10 Plus will give an iPad about 15-25% charge. It charges pretty quickly; about the same rate as a wall charge does. 912820 2012-06-29T08:43:22 PRE_SALE CH St. Louis, mo When we connected Guide 10 plus battery pack to our iPhone 4S, it charges the phone. However, it overheats the phone so much that the phone gave an over-heating warning signal. Is there a remedy for that? 781261 2012-07-02T13:51:56 true false That sounds very irregular. Please contact customer service to find a remedy. 912950 2012-06-29T11:13:27 PRE_SALE Rick Will this product charge my iPhone or Ipad 781256 2012-07-02T13:49:17 true false The Guide 10 Plus will charge an iPhone, and will typically give 15-25% charge to an iPad. 917076 2012-07-04T15:44:13 PRE_SALE Kent I'm charging my Guide 10 battery pack by connecting it to my Escape 150 power pack. The LED on the Guide 10 battery pack has been blinking red for the entire time it has been connected...4+ hours so far. What does that mean? I can't find the answer in the very limited printed material supplied with the product. I'm expecting the LED to turn to solid Green when the Guide 10 is fully charged. This must not be correct. Help please. 787097 2012-07-10T11:21:10 true false If you pull the batteries out of the Guide 10 and then put them back in, it may reset. Also, we recommend trying to charge from another source. 917305 2012-07-04T23:28:58 PRE_SALE Just a person This may be the funniest question of all time, but can I use the AA batteries provided with the kit for other purposes, like say, my WII remote? I am clueless as to whether these batteries are compatible with other devices or can be used only for the Guide 10 battery energy pack. Thank you in advance! 787119 2012-07-10T11:29:55 true false Yes, you can use the AA batteries for other purposes. 918555 2012-07-06T09:11:09 PRE_SALE Rob Duluth, Georgia Can this product be used to recharge lithium batteries? 787287 2012-07-10T13:09:30 true false This product cannot recharge lithium batteries. 924662 2012-07-13T08:43:50 PRE_SALE mr sun I have an mp3 player with a wall charger no usb is there a way to recharge this product in that capacity? 794145 2012-07-19T10:06:44 true false Unfortunately the only way to charge with this kit is through USB. 925839 2012-07-14T18:48:06 PRE_SALE Meg, tipi living Athens, OH Will this charge an iphone, I have read a review on the website, saying this kit doesn't charge smart phones...? Should I get the Adventure kit instead? I was looking for something smaller like this. Thanks! 794125 2012-07-19T09:59:57 true false The battery pack in the kit will charge an iPhone, but the panel is too small to perform a direct charge. The panel in the adventure kit is larger and can perform an iPhone charge in optimal conditions. 926587 2012-07-15T17:38:27 PRE_SALE Nancy San Diego, CA I have had my phone hooked up to this device for 6 hours now, and it appears that there is no difference in the charge. I plug in the phone to the battery that is attached to the solar panels, not the separate battery pack. I have also tried using the fully-charged battery pack, but still no charge. In fact, it DRAINS power from the phone. I know I'm a techno-tard, but I can't be this stupid! What am I doing wrong? I followed the instructions. 794385 2012-07-19T12:43:30 true false Please contact firstname.lastname@example.com for assistance with this matter. 928285 2012-07-17T13:10:05 PRE_SALE Science Guy How does this operate in areas with lots of cloud cover (Seattle)? 799039 2012-07-25T16:45:33 false false Pro Pilot Salt Lake City, Utah This solar panel will charge the Guide10+ in little to no sun from cloud cover or even at sunset. I did notice some hassle with charging the iphone directly from the sun if there is cloud cover or little sun (the iPhone kept saying the device was not suitable for charging) - But if you charge the phone (or other devices) directly from the Guide10+ and just keep charging the 10+ from the panel, it works like a charm. - 799802 2012-07-26T12:48:46 true false The solar panels will collect energy through clouds, however, charge time is significantly larger. As for the Nomad 3.5, because it is such a small panel, the amount of energy collect through the clouds isn't typically sufficient enough to charge most of the devices you need, so do not recommend this set up. The large panels are bettery options. We would at least recommend the Guide 10 Plus Adventure Kit. 940223 2012-07-31T10:20:45 PRE_SALE Bethany Texas I have purchased two of the Guide 10 Plus Mobile Kits; netiher of which came with instructions. Can you email me the user guide? Please advise. Bethany 803625 2012-07-31T21:14:32 true false You can find any user manual at the bottom of our support page. Here is a link to that page. http://www.goalzero.com/support.html 940295 2012-07-31T11:50:11 PRE_SALE Frank San Francisco I'd like to solve the following issue: When attempting to charge my iPhone from my fully charged Guide 10 plus battery pack: within 5 seconds the charge light on the pack goes from green to orange, then to red and iphone indicates "no battery charge" coming in. Ideas for resolving this? thanks 803618 2012-07-31T21:08:57 true false We'd love to go through some troubleshooting steps with you, but we need more information. If you can please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com or call us at 1-888-794-6250. We will need to know the make and model of your phone. Thanks! 942227 2012-08-02T15:55:03 PRE_SALE M How long does it take to charge the battery pack in full sun? And how to I use the battery pack to charge an accessory aka my phone? So far, I can get the battery pack to show it is fully charged, but as soon as I plug my phone into it, it shows that it needs recharging. 805481 2012-08-02T19:02:44 true false The Guide 10 Plus power pack takes about 4-8 hours via the Nomad 3.5. As for charging devices from the Guide 10 Plus, you will need a USB charger for your device. From there, plug the cord into the USB port and turn the switch into the center position. If your phone isn't charging we will need more information to help you troubleshoot. Please contact us directly at 1-888-794-6250. Thanks! 943847 2012-08-04T17:05:52 PRE_SALE Bushyfox Newcastle, Australia I would like to know the weight of this product in metric and imperial weights, plus dimensions in both of the above as well, please! 810928 2012-08-10T09:45:57 true false Weight w/Batteries 0.4 lbs (0.23 kg) Dimensions 2.5 x 4 x 0.75 in (6.4 x 1.9 x 10 cm) I think that should do it thanks! Jacob 943875 2012-08-04T17:45:48 PRE_SALE Bev (Bushyfox) Newcastle, Australia We are looking for a solar-powered device solely for recharging AA and AAA rechargeable batteries....hopefully about 8 batteries at a time(?) If not 8, then how many? We want to mount the device on the top lid of a backpack when hiking. Do you feel that your product can adequately meet our needs? 810925 2012-08-10T09:43:24 true false We do on all angles except for 8 at a time. I would suggest the Guide 10 Plus Adventure Kit. The Guide 10 Plus will charge AA and AAA batteries 4 at a time. So you would need two Guide 10 Plus units. You can also use the Solar panels and the Charging unit to charge you devices that use a USB plug. Thanks! Jacob 945367 2012-08-06T14:26:43 PRE_SALE Everede Kansas City, MO I have a motorola photon cell phone, I was wondering if this unit is compatible with this phone? 809706 2012-08-08T14:36:10 true false Hi, We have had some issues with Motorola phones. I would suggest tracking one down and testing it. You might try a outdoors store. I would be hesitant to purchase anything till you can test it. Thanks! 949098 2012-08-10T16:15:17 PRE_SALE drakeo What if i was charging the guide 10 simultaneously from solar and usb? Is this safe and will it charge the.batteries faster? I ask because i forsee myself hooking this up to the biolite. (Google that) PS please hook up with them and enhance their product lol 847784 2012-09-26T12:02:41 true false Haha I'll pass that along. And the Guide 10 will only charge from one port at a time, so you will want to use the Solar Port. 847786 2012-09-26T12:03:16 true false If you have more questions you can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250. Thanks 949254 2012-08-10T20:28:18 PRE_SALE Shannon Moorpark, Ca What is the maximum temperature this can be charged in? For example, would I be able to keep the solar panels and guide 10 battery pack on the dashboard of my locked car for several hours with temperatures reaching well over 110 degrees fahrenheit? Or would it possibly ruin the unit? 816504 2012-08-17T12:29:17 true false It is possible that it will ruin the unit. They are designed to be able to handle average temperatures you would experience outside. I would not recommend this. Thanks! Jacob 950833 2012-08-12T21:08:46 PRE_SALE Moises San Jose ca Does the solar panel charge the iPhone 4? 841419 2012-09-18T09:19:30 true false The Nomad 3.5 is a little small. I would suggest getting the Guide 10 Plus Adventure kit. http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/79/Guide-10-Plus-Adventure-Kit/6:1/ 956727 2012-08-19T17:34:23 PRE_SALE Doug Dallas, TX What is the difference between between Guide 10 and Guide 10 plus 840650 2012-09-17T12:51:42 true false The Guide 10 Plus has a Higher output then the Guide 10. The Guide 10 Plus will do better newer products. 957895 2012-08-20T21:41:09 PRE_SALE Jeffzilla Are the AA rechargeable batteries that come with the Guide 10 Plus Mobile Kit of the "Low Self Discharge" variety, similar to Sanyo Eneloop? Or do they lose their charge quickly like conventional rechargeable batteries? Thanks -Jeffrey 840555 2012-09-17T11:50:37 true false Correct they are the low discharge type. 960404 2012-08-23T16:49:41 PRE_SALE Ba Nho San Diego, CA Can I use to charge my IPAD? 840373 2012-09-17T09:52:49 true false It does have some trouble charging up the newer generation iPads. If you have any other questions please contact us at email@example.com. 965712 2012-08-29T14:02:25 PRE_SALE Otter Maryland Will this charge my iPad3? If so, how long would that typically take? 836702 2012-09-12T07:41:37 true false I would not suggest this unit for the iPad 3. If you can wait till November i would get this http://www.goalzero.com/sherpa50.html 967620 2012-08-31T16:46:55 PRE_SALE imretirednow2002 Amboy, WA can I charge my Iphone from the battery pack while at the same time recharging the battery pack from the Nomad 3.5 836638 2012-09-12T07:21:14 true false Yes you can use it to charge your phone while it is recharging form the solar panel. 968437 2012-09-01T18:31:44 PRE_SALE rich the powerful nairobe Wondering how this is used to charge the lighthouse lamp? I'm not seeing an output that's dc 12v...? Do I need to purchase an adapter? I assume this will charge an iphone 4s? 836606 2012-09-12T07:03:55 true false The Guide 10 Plus will not charge the Lighthouse Lantern. The Nomad should have come with at 12v adapter however, here is the link for what i am talking about https://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/84/4-7mm-to-Female-Cigarette/6:5/ 970809 2012-09-04T12:17:52 PRE_SALE Jeff Arlington, WA Can I link together a Nomad 3.5 and Nomad 7.0 for extra charging power ? 838410 2012-09-13T13:30:25 true false Chaining the Nomad 7 and 3.5 will not work. They are not designed to do that. 971242 2012-09-04T20:37:33 PRE_SALE T Will this product work on a smart phone like a droid bionic? And if it does about how long will it take to fully charge it? 838406 2012-09-13T13:28:04 true false It should work, however it is hard to have one item that is compatible with every unit out there. My Galaxy S2 charges up just fine. You can probably expect it to charge up your phone in the same time a wall charger could do it. 851121 2012-10-01T12:52:16 false false Czarmandar New City, NY The battery pack doesn't work with the Droid Bionic or Droid 4, but it will charge those devices when plugged directly into the panes. Those are the only Motorola phones, but it worked with the Samsung Galaxy S2, an LG android phone, and all (3 or 4) basic phones I tried it with. They told me they are working on a fix for this issue. It seems like it is an issue with motorola smartphones. 976564 2012-09-11T03:47:05 PRE_SALE Alex Romania I just purchased the Guide 10 Plus Mobile kit to charge my Nokia N8 smartphone. I fully charged the Guide 10 plus from computer and tested it on the Nokia (with the phone's original USB cable) but it won't charge. On the other hand the guide 10 plus seems to work with the 30 Gig Ipod classic.Can you please give me any explanation why the pack cannot charge the phone? Is this a real incompatibility issue of the Guide 10 plus with the Nokia N8 or perhaps there a way to make it work? Thank you. 836994 2012-09-12T10:51:58 true false It does sound like an compatibility issues. Sometime if you run the battery pack down a bit it will start to charge. However no guarantee. 978177 2012-09-12T17:35:10 PRE_SALE Paul Dade City, F. I have a guide 10 plus and it will not provide a charge to my devices. I have two other guide 10's and they work just fine. Do I have a defective guide 10 plus? 846582 2012-09-25T09:21:47 true false Possibly. However we will need more information You can contact us via email at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 978754 2012-09-13T09:33:45 PRE_SALE Alex Romania Can you please tell me about the guide 10 battery pack. I understand when the green light is on the pack is more than 50 % charged, but when can one tell if the pack is 100% charged? Is it when the green light starts blinking? Thank you. PS. FYI I did some testing and the Nomad 3.5 is capable to charge my Nokia N8 smartphone directly off the panel. Some other Nokia users might be interested of this information. I did have a question in the past couple days about the battery pack which is not capable to initiate any charge on my phone through USB-Mini USB cable. Well after that disappointment, the good news is that the panel can charge the phone directly so I can use the product:) Regards, 846581 2012-09-25T09:21:06 true false Yes, Slow red is below 50%, slow green is 50%-80% and fast green is 80%-100% and solid is full. 982540 2012-09-17T16:57:32 PRE_SALE steve Does the nomad 7 panel drain power from the guide 10 battery pack when it is plugged in and no sun shining on it? 845101 2012-09-24T06:21:08 true false No it will not. The is a diode that prevents the power from going the other direction. 986094 2012-09-21T10:08:19 PRE_SALE Mike Pa. are the units water proof 846926 2012-09-25T13:50:07 true false You would not want to get the Battery pack very wet. However the solar panel is water proof. 992250 2012-09-27T23:59:59 PRE_SALE Ethel Cowiche, Wa. How long will the Goal Zero last? 918632 2012-12-05T14:03:31 true false It really depends on what you are powering. If it is your cell phone then you can expect 1-3 charges to your phone. 998278 2012-10-04T12:05:34 PRE_SALE Sue Kitchener, Ontario Will the solar panel still charge through a window, either in the house or car? 919559 2012-12-06T09:07:54 true false Yes it will! But it will not be as efficient as in direct sun light! 1001020 2012-10-07T14:47:06 PRE_SALE New to Solar Power Does anyone know, is it possible and/or safe to piggyback the Nomad 3.5 and the Nomad 7m solar panels together? Will doing this provide for faster charging of whatever device it is plugged into? 893253 2012-11-15T10:03:26 true false It can be done but is not recommended. In the extra cords needed to make the attachments you will lose the energy gained. Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1002191 2012-10-08T16:41:55 PRE_SALE erock1933 Can i Charge my i phone just off the panel from the guide 10 plus? 872068 2012-10-23T14:12:53 true false We recommend that you charge your iPhone from the Guide 10 plus, but you can still have the solar panel connected to the battery pack while you are using it to charge your phone. 1008161 2012-10-14T20:09:14 PRE_SALE Bryon Manhattan beach ca How do I charge batteries from computer? Do I need a USB to USB cord? 871908 2012-10-23T12:46:12 true false You would need a USB to MINI USB cord to charge your Guide 10 Plus from your computer. 1010902 2012-10-17T13:10:32 PRE_SALE No nickname I purchased this product from Costco. The written materials state that the AAA adapter was included. My unit did not include this adapter. How do I get one? Thank you, David Hansen 867540 2012-10-18T16:43:47 true false Thanks for the questions! We're sorry to hear that, please contact us at 1-888-794-6250 and we can take care of that for you! 1029746 2012-10-31T14:58:22 PRE_SALE senge miami fl will ipad work with my nomad 7 and guide 10 885460 2012-11-06T14:19:02 true false Yes it will. But the Mobile kit will come with a 3.5 solar panel, i would be sure to get the adventure kit, it has the Nomad 7 solar panel. 1032854 2012-11-02T12:53:34 PRE_SALE dc will this work with my iPhone 4 and ipad 2 885253 2012-11-06T12:18:47 true false Yes! it will. However i would suggest getting the Guide 10 Plus Adventure Kit, it has a larger solar panel so you will be able to charge those devices up off the solar panel as well as the battery pack. 1032992 2012-11-02T14:21:47 PRE_SALE Aaron What is the difference between goal 10 adventure and goal ten mobile? I want to power up a phone that has an odd port, AAA batteries, and a MacBook Pro. 884854 2012-11-06T08:25:14 true false The difference between the two is that the Adventure kit has a larger panel. You can power up all of those things besides the MacBook. I would suggest getting a larger battery like the Sherpa Or the Escape. Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1033027 2012-11-02T14:42:33 PRE_SALE Aaron Second Question: What is the shelf life of provided AA and AAA batteries, can I use my radioshack recharables on this device, and lastly, what is the shelf life of the systems main powerpack? 884116 2012-11-05T14:05:27 true false You can expect the whole kit to last you 3-5 years. You can use other batteries in the pack as long as they are NiMH. 1033426 2012-11-02T18:13:51 PRE_SALE VB Is there a manual I can download? 884082 2012-11-05T13:53:02 true false At the moment this is what we have available. http://www.goalzero.com/creative/assets/guides/Guide10plus.pdf 1035713 2012-11-04T09:36:41 PRE_SALE Ulrike Davis, CA I have a Nomad 7 and Guide 10 (not "plus") power pack. My phone (Motorola Triumph) charges directly from the panel but not from the power pack. Would it work from the power pack if I had a "plus" power pack? What is the difference between Guide 10 and Guide10+? Thanks, Ulrike 883658 2012-11-05T10:45:30 true false The main difference from the Guide 10 to the Guide 10+ is that the Plus unit has a 1 amp output and the normal unit only has a 0.5 amp output. There issue with charging form the Guide 10 unit has to do with the Data pins, there is a small percentage that us a different type and Motorola seem to be one of those. We are working on an adapter for them tho. Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1038444 2012-11-05T19:13:33 PRE_SALE Daniel United States How well does the guide 10 plus mobile kit work with a laptop 885691 2012-11-06T21:52:16 true false The Guide 10 Plus will be able to charge off a laptop. The Guide 10 will not be able to charge up a laptop. You will need to get a larger battery for that. 1054655 2012-11-15T07:16:39 PRE_SALE Diana United States Does this product now work well with Android (Droid) cell phones? 899737 2012-11-21T10:41:50 true false Yes it should work fine with the Android phones. If you have any other questions let us know! 1057689 2012-11-17T00:52:13 PRE_SALE tim New Zealand Is it possible to buy the AAA adapter for the Guide 10 plus without buying 4 batteries? 908701 2012-11-28T11:59:52 true false We can send you one, please call or email so we can get your shipping information. 1059934 2012-11-18T12:01:38 PRE_SALE Stryker Yale, Mi can this charge an acer aspite laptop with out blowing the solar panels? 908132 2012-11-28T06:49:25 true false No, the Guide 10 Plus kit is designed to charge small hand held devices. 1061166 2012-11-19T06:40:28 PRE_SALE Barbaraann Renton,wa What does it weigh for traveling and what hare the dimensions? Is it compatable with ipad 2 and 3G? 908092 2012-11-28T06:27:54 true false Here is the link to the user manual pdf http://www.goalzero.com/creative/assets/guides/Guide10plus.pdf you should be able to find what you need there. The new tablets have higher energy needs so unfortunately it may not work with the new generation tablets. 1062164 2012-11-19T15:09:05 PRE_SALE Bebbie Whittier, California Can this charge a tablet? Can this be charged using a generic wall usb charger? 908052 2012-11-28T06:01:10 true false Yes you can charge it via any usb charger. It will also power some tablets, however there are some that require more energy than the Guide 10 can provide. 1067024 2012-11-22T08:11:03 PRE_SALE mthiker Boise, ID what is diff between Guide 10 and Guide 10 Plus? 907789 2012-11-27T21:20:30 true false The Guide 10 Plus kit has a 1 amp output through the USB and the Guide 10 only has a .5 amp output. 1072756 2012-11-24T14:40:54 PRE_SALE Dustin Wyoming I have a guide 10 (not the plus version) I use it to charge my Motorola droid 4, and it will charge but it seems like the electronics in the guide 10 are not efficient, when I charge it via usb it gets extremely hot, also the light will turn red and quit providing charge to my phone after only charging the phone to 50 percent, I can then take the batteries and put them in another device like a digital camera and it will show that they are still at 75 percent and I can continue using them for several hours. It's like the charging/discharging electronics are off, it's frustrating that I can only use the first top 25 percent of the batteries to charge my phone from the guide 10, I have tried other quality batteries like Sanyo eneloop and have exactly the same performance, i also have a external 5000 mah battery pack that is smaller than the guide 10 and it will completely charge my phone twice when it is full, I was expecting a bit better performance, is the plus better? 918387 2012-12-05T12:16:40 true false Please contact us via phone or email so we can trouble shoot and get this issue take care of. 1078092 2012-11-26T18:24:49 PRE_SALE Sidney/K6DMT Costa Mesa, CA United States Can the Nomad 7 be used to charge the new Sherpa 50? 917916 2012-12-05T09:20:27 true false We do not recommend it. The Nomad 7 is a smaller panel and would not be a good proportion panel for the Sherpa 50. I would suggest the Nomad 13.5 or higher panel. 1080769 2012-11-27T20:04:45 PRE_SALE John Loveland, Colorado We just purchased the Guide Ten Plus Adventure Kit. This is our first. The kit included a car cigaret 12v adaptor. What and how would I use this? 916847 2012-12-04T12:24:08 true false That should attach to the Nomad 7 12v port. It is a 12v adapter so you can use the Nomad 7 to get 12v power. 1083246 2012-11-29T07:54:55 PRE_SALE Aaron The description is unclear. Does the Nomad 7 version 19010 charge say an iPad 2? 916609 2012-12-04T10:27:13 true false Yes the Nomad 7 will be able to charge the iPad2. Depending on how it is being used, you may need to power it down while charging. 1085125 2012-11-30T08:30:32 PRE_SALE Seth Casper, WY The small end of the USB connector does not fit my BlackBerry phone. Is one available? Is there a connector for an iPhone or Apple tablet? 916679 2012-12-04T10:53:01 true false You will need to use the BlackBerry USB charge cord that comes with you phone. The Cord that comes with it is to charge the Guide 10 Plus battery back from a USB power source. 1101680 2012-12-09T09:12:54 PRE_SALE Sam Is it possible to charge the battery in my Mac Airbook? Is it possible to charge a Nikon D600 battery? 925212 2012-12-11T08:38:37 true false Unfortunately no. Those units require more energy output then than the Guide 10 can provide. You should check out the Escape 150 Adventure kit! 1116422 2012-12-17T00:07:35 PRE_SALE Customer The Nomad 7 panel usb port puts out 500ma charging. can I connect my guide 10 plus to the solar panel and use the usb on the guide 10 plus which can put out 1000ma instead. Note: want to charge without having to use batteries. thanks 948930 2013-01-04T15:01:14 true false Yes you can! However you will need to use the batteries in the situation you have described above. 1119370 2012-12-18T12:36:25 PRE_SALE Jim Palm Springs, CA Can I charge the battery pack from my Escape 150 powerpack? 948872 2013-01-04T14:25:47 true false Yes you can! You can charge it using the USB port on the Escape 150. 1120220 2012-12-19T00:57:11 PRE_SALE Malachi Does this charge the iPhone 5? 948855 2013-01-04T14:18:41 true false I would suggest getting the Guide 10 Plus Adventure Kit. 1122743 2012-12-20T14:18:51 PRE_SALE larry Oxnard, CA Will the Guide 10 charge my iPad? I am unable to read reviews or FAQs on this site. 948519 2013-01-04T11:54:58 true false I would actually suggest getting the Guide 10 Plus or the Switch 8. They are able to handle the iPads power needs. The Guide 10 will probably not be compatible. 1125027 2012-12-22T09:25:34 PRE_SALE Dan Arlington TX Will this work with apple products? Will it work in morocco? 948506 2013-01-04T11:45:41 true false Yes these will work with apple products. However it would get the Guide 10 Plus unit. 1127432 2012-12-24T11:43:57 PRE_SALE T Erie, CO I own a guide 10 (SKU-12301). When I try to charge my iphone 5, I receive the message "charging is not supported with this accessory ". Is there something I can do to fix this? Thanks, T 948464 2013-01-04T11:18:45 true false Something you can do is remove the batteries and wait for about 5 minutes the put them back in this will help to reset the unit and get a better reading and calibration. Also you can try to close all the apps on your phone and power it down, sometimes the phone will try and intake alot more then than the Battery pack can put out. Also the Guide 10 may have some output issues anyway, do you have the Guide 10 Plus or the Guide 10? Please contact us via email from more assistance, firstname.lastname@example.com 1133032 2012-12-27T23:44:18 PRE_SALE mike oklahoma city Is there a difference between guide 10 and the guide 10 plus other than the battery pack? 946137 2013-01-02T16:36:02 true false Great question! The difference is the output through the USB. The guide 10 only had a 0.5 amp output and the Guide 10 Plus has a full 1 amp of power. This in the end helps with charging newer smart devices. 1135421 2012-12-29T10:21:44 PRE_SALE too much new technology! texas Will this work with my iphone 5? 946077 2013-01-02T15:49:46 true false Yes the Guide 10 Plus works hand in hand with the Iphone 5! 1135589 2012-12-29T12:04:16 PRE_SALE Mark Missoula, Mt. Can this go as carry-on through TSA? panel & Guide 10 plus? 946966 2013-01-03T11:04:08 true false Gear Pro I'm pretty sure you will be able to take this with you as a carry on. the only type of battery that we have that cant be on a plane are, are lead-acid batteries which are just like a car batteries. I would contact TSA since there regulations change frequently. Thanks for your question. 1135626 2012-12-29T12:31:24 PRE_SALE steve cummings san diego CA How to charge AAA batteries? 945986 2013-01-02T15:02:42 true false If your Guide 10 Plus did not come with the 'AAA' insert please contact us at 888-794-6250 or email us at email@example.com and we can help you out. 1138757 2012-12-31T13:57:51 PRE_SALE Steven San Antonio, TX I received a Goal Zero Guide 10 Plus for Christmas with a Goal Zero Light-A-Life LED Lamp. I cannot figure out how to get power to the lamp? Are you required to purchase the Escape 150 (or like version) to power the light? 945880 2013-01-02T14:27:02 true false The Light A Life has a 6MM plug that works with our bigger batteries such as our Escape 150, Extreme 350 and Yeti 1250. All other battery packs are just to small for the light. 1142527 2013-01-02T19:02:47 PRE_SALE n/a Can I recharge standard NiMh batteries with this product...for example Sanyo Enloops 946868 2013-01-03T10:27:06 true false Gear Pro Yes you should be able to! Two things make sure that they are Nickel-Metal Hydride if you use any other type of battery it will damage the device. And second we recommend only using the goal zero batteries. Other batteries will not damage the device but not all brands of batteries have been tested for there efficiency with the Guide 10 Plus. Thank you for your good question! 1147559 2013-01-05T09:52:44 PRE_SALE Shane Royersford PA Will the Guide 10 plus work with this univeral charger? If not could you make a recommendation? I want to put together a small portable (back pack)multi charger for my emergency bag, The SYSMAX Intellicharge i4 is the Universal Charger The i4 automatically identifies and charges Li-ion, Ni-MH and Ni-CD rechargeable batteries using the correct charging mode. Features: Features three charging modes: Constant Current Charge (CC) Constant Charge Voltage (CV) Trickle Charge Easy to read Tri-Color LED shows battery charge progress Automatically stops charging when complete Integrated Reverse Polarity Protection RoHS and CE Certified Specifications: Input voltage: AC 110~240V 50/60HZ or DC 12V Input power: 10W Output voltage: 4.2V ±1% / 1.48V ±1% Output current: 375mA × 4 / 750mA × 2 Dimensions: 139mm × 96mm × 36mm Weight: 156g (without batteries and power cord) Compatible with: Li-ion: 26650, 22650, 18650, 17670, 18490, 17500, 17335, 16340(RCR123), 14500, 10440 Ni-MH / Ni-CD: AA, AAA, C 952496 2013-01-08T11:43:12 true false If you could contact our support team at 1-888-794-6250 or email them at firstname.lastname@example.com with more details as to what you want to do with the universal charger and the Guide 10 Plus they can help you out. 949535 2013-01-05T18:03:00 false false Community Answer None The Guide 10 plus will work with this universal charger. 1148031 2013-01-05T14:56:15 PRE_SALE Carlos Denver, CO Can the Goal 10 Plus be set up to charge 2 AA and 2 AAA simultaneously? 952471 2013-01-08T11:35:52 true false Great question! The Guide 10 Plus can't charge simultaneously 2 'AA' and 2 'AAA' batteries. We don't have any specific adapters to do so. 949499 2013-01-05T15:14:47 false false Community Answer None This kit comes with 4 AA batteries but you can customize it by adding 4 AAA batteries with an insert for 14.99 so it will be able to handle both sizes. 1154488 2013-01-09T10:12:22 PRE_SALE Janice 1066 Wakefield Will this charge up a mobile phone battery? In other words, can I plug in my mobile and charge it without having to buy some sort of conversion pack? Thanks 956061 2013-01-10T16:59:24 false false Community Answer None After looking at the pictures on the website, I determined that mobile phones that are charged via USB cords will work without any type of adapter. Unfortunately, other types of devices are not supported. 971117 2013-01-23T12:08:07 true false Yes you can! You can use the built in USB port to charge up your phone. 1163400 2013-01-14T18:28:12 PRE_SALE Randy Slc, ut Will this work and recharge a Garmin 605 or 910 watch? 959434 2013-01-14T19:04:28 false false Community Answer None Yes. This device supports USB charging. 961445 2013-01-16T08:28:35 true false I would suggest keeping an eye out for the new Sherpa 50. It will provide you with a higher output to supply the power needed to charge those units up! 1163951 2013-01-15T06:56:27 PRE_SALE Derek r Florida Will this product work with my iphone5??? Thanks. 960026 2013-01-15T11:16:22 false false Community Answer None Yes, this charger kit is compatible with the iPhone 5. 961435 2013-01-16T08:27:04 true false Yes it does! However i would suggest the Guide 10 Plus ADVENTURE kit, it will give you faster charge times. 1164080 2013-01-15T08:12:27 PRE_SALE Ruth Modesto, CA How long does it take to charge up? 959819 2013-01-15T09:06:44 false false Community Answer None The charge times for the Guide 10 Plus Mobile Kit are the following: Any USB Power Source 8-10 hours, GOAL ZERO Nomad 3.5 (solar port) 6-8 hours, and GOAL ZERO Nomad 7 (solar port) 2-4 hours. 961433 2013-01-16T08:26:31 true false It depends on the charging source. If you charge it from a solar panel you can probably get a full charge in 2-4 hours using the super charge port. When charging off the wall you can expect 4-6 for a full charge. 1170616 2013-01-19T09:45:15 PRE_SALE Osiris New Jersey For the Goal10Plus battery charger box, do you have to use 4 batteries at once, or can you charge with just 3 batteries at a time. There are other solar chargers who only allow charge of 2 or 4 at a time. 966021 2013-01-19T14:48:43 false false Community Answer None Per the instructions, all four batteries must be charged at once and need to be the same size. 971527 2013-01-23T15:07:39 true false We recommend charging all four batteries at once. This will keep all four batteries fresh and healthy. 1170633 2013-01-19T09:56:41 PRE_SALE Osiris New Jersey ok sorry i read the manual and it said: 4 same-sized batteries MUST be charged at once, but not all batteries need to be empty. So that answered the first question but the second question i now have is what if one battery is full and the other three are near empty, does that prevent you from getting a full charge on the empty ones and overcharge the full one? 966033 2013-01-19T15:04:32 false false Community Answer None The charger senses that charge state and only provides a charge to the batteries needing it. You cannot overcharge a battery and batteries needing a charge will get it. 971523 2013-01-23T15:05:14 true false Great question! You can charge the batteries that way and essentially it will equally distribute the charge to all batteries. We don't recommend it though because it's always better to use all four batteries and charge all batteries at the same time. 1217877 2013-02-02T20:19:28 PRE_SALE dan lincoln, ne Can you charge your Ipad or Iphone directly from these panels, or do you have to charge the battery pack and then the device? 1012314 2013-02-02T21:08:10 false false Community Answer None This device can indeed handle the power demands of smartphones and tablets via a built-in USB-port. 1015797 2013-02-05T11:01:48 true false You can do both! Some phone will require you to charge the battery pack using the panel and then using the battery pack to power the phone. That is because some phone need more energy than the panel can output but the battery pack can output energy at a higher rate. 1219717 2013-02-04T07:35:13 PRE_SALE Mark United States would this power a cell phone and a gps at the same time if the batteries are low on the devices. 1014127 2013-02-04T12:33:29 false false Community Answer None You could charge a GPS from the Nomad 12 volt cigarette lighter output (during daylight) and the cell phone from the Guide 10 usb output. You would not be able to charge the Guide 10 and a GPS from the solar panel at the same time. 1071257 2013-03-22T13:01:42 true false You won't be able to charge both devices at the same time on those units and if your GPS does not charge through USB than you can use the 12Volt port found on the Nomad 7. 1220792 2013-02-04T18:27:52 PRE_SALE Roxy Etobicoke, ON How do you charge the Solar Panel without using the Battery Pack? 1071291 2013-03-22T13:21:24 true false Our solar panel don't store any power they will capture the power from the sun and channel it to a battery that you can connect to the back of each unit. 213 Hard Case 27 Litres pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-02-20 2014-02-20 2 2 1 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Portable electronics Travel Quality oriented Personal No 0 1 false false 4 6 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/58/213-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/58/213-en_US-1-questions.html 48140900 42834990 Approved 2014-02-20 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Spacious but cheap plastic 2 No Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Travel not recommended I received the case which came with a couple pads up pluckable foam (it should have come with three) and configured it to hold a Sherpa 120 and a couple sherpa 50's on one side, and my light-a-life lanterns, fan and miscellaneous cords on the other. It travels well enough, though within a day of use one of the plastic latches snapped. This is not the quality of plastic one finds in a similar pelican case (not sure which manufacturer GZ is using here). Fortunately once I contacted GZ about this, they sent a replacement case. diplonaut Harare, Zimbabwe 4549984 order_id 21461 1797149 2014-01-23T03:49:46 PRE_SALE frank the tank is this box waterproof 1482049 2014-03-11T12:44:08 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! This box is not waterproof. 1447255 2014-02-05T05:56:49 false false Bill Boston, MA No. This is not a 'Pelican type' case, it is a completely different blow molded polyethylene case. 1799488 2014-01-24T13:00:58 PRE_SALE gldan Michigan Could you tell me the dimensions and possibly some idea on wall thickness? Such as, is it fairly flexible or more rigid? Thanks, Dan 1438071 2014-01-27T11:23:16 true false The dimensions of the Hard Case 27 Liters are: 19.5 x 14.5 x 8 in (49.5 x 36.8 x 20.32 cm), the plastic is approximately .5 in thick. It is a rigid hard plastic case. Please feel free to contact us directly at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 if we can further assist you. 1806356 2014-01-28T23:07:51 PRE_SALE Alaskan Wrangell, AK Will this fit my yeti 150 and a camera 1482078 2014-03-11T12:53:24 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! This should be fine for your Yeti 150 and camera. 1821319 2014-02-07T15:21:42 PRE_SALE Goal Zero Fan Wa. Spokane Is this basically how the case looks.. is there a picture of the 27 Litres case? Also would like to know if this is water proof? Thank you! 1482240 2014-03-11T14:03:05 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! That is shown in the picture what it looks like, and it is not waterproof. 1462293 2014-02-20T23:55:05 false true diplonaut Harare, Zimbabwe This is exactly how the case looks. It is about 19"W x 14.5"D x 8"H and the inner cavity is slightly less. My case arrived with two pads of pluckable foam, though it really should come with three. The case is not water proof like a pelican, really just resistant; there is no rubber seal. One of the latches broke within a day of use, GZ is sending me a new one. 123 Guide 10 Silicone Sleeve - Purple pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-03-10 2014-03-10 4 4 1 Verified Purchaser Portable devices Travel Power user Personal Durable Easy to configure Easy to use Reliable No 1 0 false false pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/58/123-en_US-1-reviews.html 48469838 43377668 Approved 2014-03-10 0 0 email Verified Purchaser It works but... 4 No Reliable Performance Easy To Configure Durable Easy To Use Power User Personal Portable Devices Travel recommended It works but it covers up the charging directions on the back of the Guide 10. Lurker66 Hopkinton MA 4612354 order_id 22485 83 Torch Solar Crank Flashlight pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-02-26 2011-06-10 4.5 4.7 44 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Auto Big jobs Camping Dark times Electrical failure campi Emergency preparedness Gifts Gift to family members Have in car for emergency Inside Kids reading lights Long-term keep in vehicle Never needs batteries Outside Power outage at home Power outage backup Read in the tent Small jobs Times Walk dog in dark to pee Walking the dog Walking the dog at night Battery not replaceable Batterys suck bad Clip does not hold solar Flimsy Hook is flimsy No cellphone charge port Plastic construction Poor design Poor handle design Solar panel clip fails Spindle on the crank Avid do-it-yourselfer Beginner Casual do-it-yourselfer Professional A great night light Always have light Bright Bright light Convenience Crank powered Decent rechargable Durable Easy to install Easy to use Exceeds expectations Fully charges quickly Lightweight Nice and bright No more batteries Portable Rechargeabl in many ways Reliable Safe Saved on batteries Solar powered Very bright white light Well designed What solar should be 36 2 false false 45 64 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/65/83-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/65/83-en_US-1-questions.html 30600545 24160232 Approved 2011-06-14 3 1 web Unverified Specification confusing 4 I am keen on buying the goal zero solar crank flashlight as I find it very useful for emergencies and my rides to remote places. But, I had few questions regarding the specs: - The light output specified is 13000 MCD and 20 Lumens, while the power consumption is 0.25W. Is this per LED spec or for the flashlight itself? I think it is per LED but the language in specification is confusing. - From the product picture it seems the flashlight has 5 LEDs on the top unlike the specification which says there are only 4. Which one is correct? - Is the battery easily changeable (in case I need to replace them after their lifetime)? N Singh Unknown The specs are confusing, sorry about that, we will fix them. On the top there are 5 LEDS (1x 0.25W and 4x 0.06W) making almost 0.5W. On the side there are 18 LEDs (18x 0.06W) making about 1.0W. The 0.06W LEDs are 13,000 MCDs each. I'm not sure which part is 20 lumens. Battery could be replaced, if you are handy, but it is not generally user replaceable. It is a pack of three NiMH cells in series (3.6V, 1.1Ah, 4Wh total). 30600560 24160247 Approved 2011-06-10 0 0 web Unverified Great light!!! 4 I finally made the purchase and am very pleased with the versatility of the flashlight. I am yet to use it in field but like the flexibility in terms of various charging options. The light is fairly bright both in the flashlight and floodlight mode, though I personally prefer the directed flashlight mode which appears to me to be brighter (honestly, if you do simple maths it should be reverse though). The only problem I have is that the ac/dc adapter that is shipped with the product is labeled 120V 60Hz whereas the input voltage specification in my country is 240V 50Hz. Can I safely use the same adapter to charge the light or will I need to buy a separate one? Overall quite satisfied with the purchase. N Singh Unknown It is a nice light. This light was not designed for international requirements yet. You need to get a different adapter. Contact email@example.com for any additional help. 30600608 24160295 Approved 2011-07-02 1 1 web Unverified Decent Tool 4 A great light, and brilliant concept. As noted by other reviewers, this light is quite versatile in its functionality and charging options. Two things to note however - 1) Under Tech.Specs. please note the size. This light is big, but fortunately it is not that heavy. When considering where/how to pack this thing, its size may be a factor. 2) It's all plastic. I personally would have liked metal components at its most stressed/load bearing points, ie., the end hook and crank arm. One just has to be cognizant not to overload these parts when using them, or they may break. I fear the light may also not fare so well if accidentally dropped. I had to request a new light because apparently I went too crazy on the crank arm - but customer service was excellent, hence the five-star rating. Overall a good light - lightweight, good ergonomic feel, and bright under both direct and floodlight options. Would I buy another light? Yes - now that I know what I know about it. Kim Button Unknown Sorry about that. Our tech specs need to be a little more clear on this light for sure. It is the first generation and with feedback like yours we will get to the quality GOAL ZERO products demand. 30600615 24160301 Approved 2011-07-18 4 0 web Unverified covering all the bases 4 The torch light crank is just what the doctor ordered. I have a number of rechargeable lights - crank, plug-in, battery cell powered, 12v, etc. My most used one is a crank, ac & dc option with supermagnet with hook: very multi-function but with older led bulbs on circuit boards. When I saw this Gen #1 with all the same features plus polished reflector, SS LED and the solar panel that got my attention. The rubberized exterior is very helpful. I do note some concerns for Gen #2. The plastic hook is too weak and sticks when pushing back into unit. make it stainless steel (light, strong, rust-proof). The battery should be lithium to get best longevity and afford higher wattage unless the battery gets too hot inside charging. A Cree 8 watt flash light i saw today has the lithium battery and separate charger with wall plug: nice battery & bulb but a hassle to carry a charger around and take out to charge. I expect to use the solar panel built in almost exclusively. I often will not have the charger chords with me or they get misplaced, lost, etc. The crank and especially the solar panel is the smart way. The crank handle also needs to be stronger (not plastic). I have also damaged a few dynamo flashlights by winding too vigorously. If the dynamo capacitor can be made more robust it will compensate for the very hardy people most likely to crank. Looking forward to Generation #2 Tim Dobson Amherst, NY This type of feedback in invaluable to us. Thanks for taking the time to pass it along to us. I will share this with our product development. 30600679 24160366 Approved 2012-02-02 4 0 web Unverified Great light, question on the red charging lights. 5 This is a great light. Very light weight and bright. Hurts your eyes looking at the light output which is a plus. One question on charging though. I noticed when I crank the light, one red light lights up. When I solar charge it, the other red light comes on. But when I wall charge it neither of the red lights come on. Is this how it works or is mine defective? I wall charged it for 24hrs and still no lights. It would be nice if maybe both red lights come on when wall or car charging and go away when its complete. Thanks. Antonio M Unknown That is normal! The lights are for crank charging and Solar charging, respectively. Neither light indicates AC charging. Good suggestions however. 30600705 24160391 Approved 2012-03-10 2 0 web Unverified Great light 5 I'm an Emergency Disaster worker & came across your light. It was love at first sight... a well made, druable, and powerful Emergency light. Best I've seen yet. Our City Emergency thought so to as he bought one also. I bought 3 (2 for my grown kids as christmas presents). We all use it as a regular flashlight it works so well. One Question: If we only use it a little or not at all... should we leave it on a window ledge in the sun 24-7 or just leave it in ambiant light so we do not over charge the battery? Marvin Nauman Unknown Thanks for the review. You can leave it in the sun and make sure it is always ready when you need it. 32645870 25875801 Approved 2012-05-23 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Highly recommend it 5 Well Designed Easy to Use Durable Safe Avid Do-It-Yourselfer Big Jobs Gifts Outside recommended We have land in the mountains, all solar lit, and the crank flashlight is sturdy and dependable and gives plenty of light. We count on it, and other Goal Zero products. Cibola Albuquerque, New Mexico 3025984 Awesome. Thanks for the feedback. similar lots of head lamps and lanterns for being in wilderness order_id 3279 33532537 26724396 Approved 2012-06-19 0 3 web Unverified everything you need for light 5 Easy to Use Well Designed Easy to Install Durable Casual Do-It-Yourselfer recommended i've been trying to months to find a light that will light my closet. walking through [@] i saw this light demo and was sold.i'm sick of using aa and aaa batteries and the fact that this baby is solar/crank and need be acdc charge.what can be better.led is the future. chuck santa monica, ca Glad you found a solution. No more battery waste! 34609781 27720904 Approved 2012-08-13 1 1 web Verified Reviewer LOVE this flashlight! 5 Easy to Use Durable Well Designed Avid Do-It-Yourselfer Outside recommended I'm a bit of a flashlight junkie and this is one of the better ones I own! El Coolio Magnifico Alberta, Canada Awesome. Thanks for the feedback. 35097486 28239448 Approved 2012-09-12 2 0 web Verified Reviewer Great product needs enhancement 4 Safe Easy to Use Well Designed Plastic Construction Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Small Jobs Inside Outside recommended The only concerns I have are: 1)Durability/ construction - as it might hold up better if made from composite or lightweight metal. 2) This flashlight does not have the ability to focus/ narrow the light beam such what is available with other products. I've used this light outside at night and found it is great for illuminating an area at close and medium range. But, if you need to use this to search for something farther away, then another product that concentrates the beam is far better. I have one still in the package for Emergency use but would like to know if you will add this enhancement to your product?? I would gladly exchange this flashlight for one with that feature. Caliman Redlands, CA Thanks for the feedback. 36558752 29849517 Approved 2012-11-13 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Look Mom no batteries! 5 Well Designed Durable Safe Easy to Install Easy to Use Avid Do-It-Yourselfer Gifts Inside Outside Big Jobs Small Jobs recommended Works like regular flashlight, just no worry about finding it not working due to dead batteries! Llevoc Monterey County 3407303 Pending Delivery exceeded expectations! Customer service exceeded expectations! order_id 8997 37349025 30686991 Approved 2012-12-22 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Larger than it looks 5 Well Designed Easy to Use Safe Easy to Install Durable Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Big Jobs Inside Outside Small Jobs recommended This light will be great for camping and our all-too-frequent power outages. I keep it in a window with the solar panal up so it stays charged. The flashlight beam is strong, and the task light is also useful as a lantern. After a night's use, just leave it in the sun to recharge. If you have access to electricity, the light can be plugged in. Or hand cranked. I look forward to having it during our next camping trip, and it will be very useful during our next multi-day power outage. Karen of the frequent power outages Maryland 3500924 order_id 9673 37350818 30687815 Approved 2012-12-22 0 0 email Verified Purchaser never in the dark 5 Easy to Use Well Designed Safe Durable Have In Car For Emergency Gift To Family Members Read In The Tent Power Outage At Home recommended I was given the torch by a daughter last year. This year I am giving one to my sister-in-law knowing that it's good light, light weight, and ease of use will appeal to her as much as it does to me. (And I liked being able to contribute to the Sandy supplies.) Grandma Massachusetts 3500924 order_id 9558 37355028 30692757 Approved 2012-12-22 0 0 email Verified Purchaser what solar should be 5 Durable Exceeds Expectations What Solar Should Be Easy to Install Easy to Use Well Designed Avid Do-It-Yourselfer Small Jobs Outside Emergency Preparedness Inside recommended Very bright and always ready to go where we live in the country. daryl b. leesburg va 3500924 order_id 9442 37363859 30699608 Approved 2012-12-23 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer solar flashlight always handy 5 Durable Well Designed Reliable Easy to Use Avid Do-It-Yourselfer Small Jobs Big Jobs Gifts Outside Inside recommended We use the flashlight and batteries and panels and nomad in the mountains where we have no power. Always easy to use, helpful of course, and reliable. Bought flashlights as gifts this season. puppets albuquerque, NM 3500924 order_id 9730 37484385 30816057 Approved 2012-12-29 5 0 web Unverified Great Product. Reliable light. 4 Portable Well Designed Crank Powered Solar Powered Easy to Use Avid Do-It-Yourselfer recommended I am stoked to have one of these, sure to use it for camping/car, a lot. I have five suggestions to make it even better: 1) a red flashlight for using in camp at night so as not to blind me/my campmates 2) same red light, but flashing strobe, for emergency marking 3) the hook on the bottom seems flimsy, and does not retract all the way into the base. I predict is is the first part to break off. I may break it off on purpose so that the light will stand up on its own... but I also want to be able to hang it. 4) it would have been so easy to use a micro or mini usb port to charge! instead of the cylindrical charger. everyone has usb chargers floating around. the goal zero RockOut speaker system... for example. In fact: how cool would it be if the crank could be used to output usb voltage? regardless of the output: the usb input would mean one less charger/cord to tote. 5) the solar panel only tilts in one direction, which is better than being fixed in place, but not as good as swiveling. on a panel this small, directionality makes a big difference. okay, a sixth want: if the crank were in the middle of the light, and had a hole in it, you could hang the work-light facing downward. (or add simple D-ring loop under the solar panel, for looping a carabiner/string through it, to hang). ahh, and, make the battery user-replaceable. batteries don't last forever, and they get better all the time.... I'm stoked on the product, but if any/all of these thins were included, it would be even better for my needs. sandcruiser Palo Alto, CA 38078928 31447209 Approved 2013-01-28 0 1 web Unverified It can't get any better than this! 5 Safe Durable Well Designed Easy to Use Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Inside Outside recommended I use the product when we have a power failure, which if often. Bob Baja Mexico 38303401 31664176 Approved 2013-02-09 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Love this flashlight 5 Easy to Use Well Designed Nice And Bright Professional Walking The Dog At Night Gifts Inside Outside recommended I'm using this mostly to walk my dog at night and take it with me in the car if I go on a long trip out of state. It has a wonderfully bright light that lights up a wide area. I just love this light. Charlie New Jersey 38976499 32486380 Approved 2013-03-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Boyfriend stole it 5 Bright Easy to Use Safe Well Designed Durable Avid Do-It-Yourselfer Small Jobs Inside Gifts Outside Camping Walking The Dog recommended I bought this for myself, but accidentally left it at my boyfriend's house one day and now he won't give it back! He loves it and is constantly using it for all sorts of things - working under the hood of the car, looking for something behind the couch, walking the dog, you name it. It is amazingly bright and we've used it for several hours at one time without it showing any signs of dimming. Then he just sits it on the windowsill to charge. I plugged it in the wall once for the initial charge, and we've never plugged it in since. It seems to charge enough just sitting it in the window, which isn't particularly in a sunny location (and we live in Washington, which insn't particularly sunny anyway)I guess I'll have to buy a second one if I want one at my house... Elf Seattle, WA 41981853 35796086 Approved 2013-06-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Almost perfect! 5 Durable Safe Well Designed Easy to Use Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Inside Outside Camping Gifts recommended Works as advertised! Showed it to an outdoorsy co-worker, he felt it would need a built-in radio and a USB output to charge devices with (like the GZ Lighthouse) before he thought of getting one for himself. Granted I'd get a "Torch 2" if it had those additional features, too. Goal Zero as a company has a lot of great potential, and I thank you for changing the way I think about power conservation and renewable power sources. Keep on doing what you do best! Driverdkh Gladstone, OR 43028722 37047706 Approved 2013-08-01 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Ingenious design - quality - functional 4 Well Designed Durable Easy to Use Battery Not Replaceable No Cellphone Charge Port Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Outside Gifts Inside Camping Long-term Keep In Vehicle recommended Before I got my own, I gave one of these to a friend for her birthday. When I contacted her to find out how she liked it, she told me that it was awesome, so much so that her son abducted it for himself. When I got my own, I discovered why the kid took it. Its design is ingenious and if you can't find a way to charge this thing, you just aren't trying. It charges by its integrated crank or solar panel (less than 2 watts) or an AC adapter (included) or 12v car adapter (included). When using the crank or solar, there are 2 small red LEDs (1 for the crank and the other for the solar panel) as indicators that power is being generated. When charging it using the AC adapter, the single red/green LED on the adapter stays red when charging and changes to green when fully charged. The solar panel and crank are on the same side and, when completely folded, the crank partially folds under the solar panel but when the crank is in use, the solar panel folds back in place and out of the way of the crank handle. The solar panel flips up to angle toward the sun or act as a stand to position either set of lights and there is a retractable, rotating hook for hanging it vertically. It has two sets of very bright white LED lights (5 in the front to use as a regular flashlight and 18 on the top to use as a work/flood light - each LED 0.25W LED: 20 Lumen) with a 3-position switch (flashlight, work/flood light, and off). It's not small but it's very well designed and feels and looks high quality. Dimensions are about 9" long X 2.5" wide X 1.5" thick. I haven't had it long so I can't give a long-term review but for what I've experienced and read so far, I give it 4 stars for design, quality and functionality. The only reason I don't give 5 stars is that the internal battery cannot be replaced by the owner (according to Goal Zero) and there is no port to charge a cell phone, as many competitors have. Some reviews say the crank handle is too small for their hands and that they didn't like the kind of battery that was being used (Ni-MH rechargeable battery). I suggest reading reviews on Amazon and this page before making a decision to buy or not. prepare4tomorrow Maryland 43297134 37433792 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Unverified Great Product 5 No More Batteries Well Designed Safe Bright Light Durable Easy to Use Professional Outside Inside Big Jobs Gifts Small Jobs recommended Great product. Never have to buy batteries again. I like the way you can switch between lights. radcon evans, ga 43297274 37433946 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer perfect flashlight 5 Durable Safe Well Designed Easy to Use Professional Small Jobs Big Jobs Inside Outside recommended We are hunters preppers and all around self reliancers this flashlight works amazingly for all our uses. My son even uses it as a night light, we love the hook built into the end it hangs perfectly. The crank is easy enough fot all my kids to use and the solar charger works fast and lasts long. We have since bought a second and are thinking about purchasing a third. laurawdavis santan valley, az 43298128 37440349 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer As Bright As Day from Night 5 Convenience Safe Well Designed Easy to Use Durable Poor Design Spindle On The Crank Beginner Gifts Electrical Failure Campi Inside Outside Small Jobs recommended The spindle on the crank broke off before I ever used the light. A representative replaced it for me and said his had snapped off also. He agreed that part was a poor design. The company has very good company service. I bought it for outage failures and for camping. No batteries are required so it is inexpensive to have. Rosie the Irish Setter Lake Tapps, Wa 43300497 37488538 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer I love my Torch Solar crank Flashlight 5 Durable Well Designed Easy to Install Safe Easy to Use Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Gifts Outside Inside recommended I use it as standby flashlight which is always available, is very reliable, is never out of power, has solar energy source and also crank energy source, I also can use it as a stand. vj Monroe, nj, 08831 43301534 37498883 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Convenient back up light. 5 Durable Well Designed Easy to Use Professional Outside Gifts Big Jobs Inside Small Jobs recommended This product is absolutely amazing for when the power goes out and you need to continue working on a task. Solarlover Kumasi, Ghana 43302369 37499279 Approved 2013-08-15 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Fantastic Flashlight For Everyone! 5 Durable Lightweight Safe Well Designed Bright Light Easy to Install Easy to Use Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Outside Inside Never Needs Batteries Gifts Small Jobs recommended Purchased as a gift and ending up keeping it because it's so handy and cool! (I did purchase another for the gift) It charges in almost any light and doesn't need direct sunlight to charge. I don't use the crank very often because it's so easy to charge by solar where I live. I use it indoors and when I take the dogs out at night and in the car when we travel. I can't recommend this highly enough and it is very sturdy and well-built. Big Bad Jack Sacramento, CA 43301859 37499296 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer light up my nights 5 Safe Well Designed Easy to Use Durable Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Small Jobs Outside Inside recommended this is one easy and convienient accessory that has paid for itself in a few situations already you don't have to worry about batteries going dead on you when the light gets weak just pull open it's own built in solar panel and charge it up or use the crank to keep it going in the dark or plug into wall outlet. reddenn 55 Delano, CA 43315070 37500091 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer The Best Solar Crank light 5 Easy to Use Well Designed Durable None Professional Big Jobs Gifts Inside Small Jobs Outside recommended After owning many other products I find this light to be the best! Very reliable and I don't have to worry about replacing batteries. I leave it by the window and it is always charged and ready to use. TSki Schenectady NY 43320194 37503609 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Let There Be Light!! 5 Easy to Install Easy to Use Durable Well Designed Safe Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Outside recommended I purchased it to be a fall-back light in the case of emergency (super flashlight). However, on a recent camping trip, I hung it in my tent. It provided plenty of light for a long period of time. I didn't need to charge it the whole trip! Great Hoot Irvine, California 43344560 37649183 Approved 2013-08-16 2 0 web Unverified AWESOME PRODUCT!! 5 Safe Bright Well Designed Easy to Use Durable Hook Is Flimsy Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Auto Outside Small Jobs Inside Camping Gifts Big Jobs Emergency Preparedness recommended We love using this anywhere we would use a flashlight. We have given this as a gift several times and the recepients LOVE THEM!!! Shell Orange County, CA 43348454 37650670 Approved 2013-08-16 1 0 web Verified Reviewer bright light 4 Well Designed Easy to Use Avid Do-It-Yourselfer Outside recommended Charges fast using solar. Useful on camping trips- just leave out during the day and you are ready to go. CB san diego, CA 43403629 37711879 Approved 2013-08-18 1 1 web Unverified great product 5 Easy to Use Durable Well Designed Safe Rechargeabl In Many Ways None Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Dark Times Big Jobs Outside Gifts Inside Small Jobs Times recommended When its dark and i cant see. It has a solar charger . Nothing Nick the awsm palm springs fl 43509027 37844855 Approved 2013-08-22 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Lights up the room when the power is out 5 Durable Easy to Use Well Designed Safe recommended We used it several times when the power was out. It lit up the room when we hung it from its hook. Gave it away to a friend. I am getting another for me and probably Christmas gifts G who visited Ethiopia Calif 43858030 38208485 Approved 2013-09-09 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Terrific all-around light 5 Well Designed Bright Easy to Use Safe Avid Do-It-Yourselfer Kids Reading Lights Gifts Inside Small Jobs Outside Big Jobs recommended Our four youngest share a bedroom, each with their own bunk. Figuring out how to manage reading lights for each bunk has been difficult. Wind-up flashlights are too dim and hard to handle for reading. Battery-powered lights start bright enough, but the kids never remember to turn them off. Replacing batteries is always inconvenient. Plug-in lights require running extension cords to a limited number of outlets. This solar flashlight has been the solution. It hangs in the window for solar charging and can be grabbed at any time as a reading light. I've never had to charge it by crank or plug. Our only problem is that we have only one! We're planning on getting more. Karen of Dragon House Seattle, WA 43935477 38284792 Approved 2013-09-12 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Great Light!!! 5 Durable Easy to Use Professional Outside Big Jobs Inside Small Jobs recommended I'm a former Marine and have used a lot of different lights. This light doesn't compare to them since it has different charging methods and hasn't failed me yet. Would definitely recommend this light to anyone who is looking for a dependable light. Ronny arlington tx 4143668 order_id 15987 44820856 39300455 Approved 2013-10-18 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer NO MORE BAD BATTERIES 4 Very Bright White Light Fully Charges Quickly Easy to Use Clip Does Not Hold Solar Solar Panel Clip Fails Flimsy Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Power Outage Backup Walk Dog In Dark To Pee Gifts Outside recommended I think it is really great that there are 3 ways to charge the light which do not involve batteries. It is quite bright - much more so than our battery power lights. In my comments, I tried to critique the plastic clip that is supposed to hold the solar panel in place when we use it. Too bad, but I have to tape the panel down because, if I don't, it flops down in my way. Tony Arroyo Grande, CA 4237168 order_id 16847 45261314 39873151 Approved 2013-11-07 1 0 web Verified Reviewer My 4 year old loves it 5 Well Designed Saved On Batteries Safe A Great Night Light Easy to Use Durable Always Have Light Beginner Small Jobs Gifts Inside Outside recommended It has been about a year since I but this product and it is as good as the day I received it. I have saved a lot of money on batteries and now my four year old can use it all he wants with no complaints from me..... I am going to buy a few more for those power outages in the near future. In the dark Harrisburg, Pa 45680541 40355649 Approved 2013-11-23 1 0 web Verified Reviewer bad 1 Safe Batterys Suck Bad Professional None not recommended the battery wont hold a charge, cant use it for more than a min, let me know if you want to correct this or if i should trash it dog guy agate, colorado 45756094 40392934 Approved 2013-11-25 0 0 web Verified Reviewer I love this product!!! 5 Well Designed Easy to Use Durable Easy to Install Safe Beginner recommended I bought 4 torch solar crank flashlights for my family in Leyte since they were affected by Typhoon Haiyan. I sent them with my cousin who went home to help with the relief efforts. I asked my Dad how the torch solar crank flashlights were working for them and he answered "they are great, one solar light can illuminate a whole room." He told me to send more . I am very happy with product, it really made a difference. Theresa the flip nurse San Clemente, CA 46654081 41346867 Approved 2013-12-23 0 0 email Verified Purchaser A Must Have 5 Easy to Use Well Designed Safe Durable Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Big Jobs Gifts Small Jobs Outside Inside recommended I belong to a mobile home park that advocates emergency preparedness. This flashlight is the perfect tool because it can be cranked in a true emergency..it is solar, so that alone is awesome! Mary Ann Santa Rosa California 4410871 order_id 19215 46815539 41479043 Approved 2013-12-28 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Knob on crank handle has broken off. 3 Decent Rechargable Poor Handle Design Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Outside Inside Small Jobs not recommended Used sometimes to walk the dogs and occassional use for general flashlight. Never really used the crank except for familiarization. Not sure why it broke. Still useful as a rechargable utility light. Cycling_rick Dallas, TX 47327561 42007341 Approved 2014-01-15 0 0 email Verified Purchaser GREAT PRODUCT 5 Well Designed Easy to Use Durable Safe Professional Big Jobs Small Jobs Inside Gifts Outside recommended THIS THING IS GREAT. I OWN TWO AND GOT TO GIVW A 3RD AS AGIFT. THE PERSON THAT GOT THE GIFT LOVES IT. CAMPER EVANS, GA 4450331 order_id 20636 48240966 42964505 Approved 2014-02-26 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Awesome light 5 Well Designed Easy to Use Safe Durable Avid Do-It-Yourselfer Gifts Inside Outside Small Jobs Big Jobs recommended I purchased this light for my husband . However, I do not know who uses it more, him or me? I can not say enough about this light. I have used it late at night when covering our organic garden plots, working outside to finish a project, also used when loss of power. My husband uses it in the camper trailer and outside when finishing a concrete patio. I keep it on the window edge to constantly get sun. When I need it, it is ready. I am sure we will purchase another one for our pepper bag. Buy this light, you will not regret it. Big Momma Texas 4419158 order_id 19572 877983 2012-05-20T16:55:28 PRE_SALE Is this product waterproof/shockproof? 748793 2012-05-23T12:21:44 true false The Torch light is neither shock or waterproof. It can handle some shock, but we recommend that you avoid dropping it. 882075 2012-05-25T00:32:57 POST_SALE THERE ARE TWO RED LIGHT ON THIS TORCH LIGHT. NONE TURN ON WHEN I PLUG IT IN. HOW DO I KNOW IF ITS CHARGING? 750687 2012-05-25T09:49:57 true false The two lights are for cranking and solar charging, respectively. There is not an indicator for wall charging. If you charge the light up for a few hours, it should be good to go. 889562 2012-06-02T21:33:06 POST_SALE Vancover Island, Canada I just purchased this product and very impressed! I did note that the male ends for the AC/DC adaptors do not fully seat into the charging port on the end of the flashlight. Is this normal or is my product defective? 759375 2012-06-05T10:51:02 true false It is normal for the cord to stick out a little bit from the flashlight. If it is so loose that it will not remain plugged in, there might be a problem. 901900 2012-06-16T15:30:46 POST_SALE Erv West Des Moines, Iowa I bought the product. When I put it in the sun, or crank..the led light turns on. When I plug it in the LED does not turn on. Should it? How do I know that it is getting power when plugged in? 770323 2012-06-19T10:29:26 true false The two lights are for cranking and solar charging, respectively. There is not an indicator for wall charging. If you charge the light up for a few hours, it should be good to go. 902083 2012-06-16T20:19:06 PRE_SALE I have plugged the flashshlight into the wall using the charger to give it it's initial charge and no red lLED lights are lighting. What should I do? The red light lights up when I crank the handle so I know that the flashlight works. 770414 2012-06-19T12:01:57 true false The two lights are for cranking and solar charging, respectively. There is not an indicator for wall charging. If you charge the light up for a few hours, it should be good to go. 907234 2012-06-22T11:53:30 PRE_SALE Mamapow What is the life span of the battery in the torch light? 776972 2012-06-26T10:06:53 true false The lifespan of the light should last 2-4 years. 918897 2012-07-06T16:17:41 PRE_SALE Wayne McKinney, Texas The red LED light turns on when the solar panel or hand crank is used to power the unit up. In like fashion, is the red LED light supposed to come on when it is plugged into the electric outlet in the wall or in the car? 787317 2012-07-10T13:28:20 true false The two lights are for cranking and solar charging, respectively. There is not an indicator for wall charging. If you charge the light up for a few hours, it should be good to go 931327 2012-07-20T18:09:31 PRE_SALE none Hi, what are the red lights on the front for? 803608 2012-07-31T20:43:45 true false The red lights on the front of the Torch Solar Crank light indicate charging via solar or via the crank. 938554 2012-07-29T13:32:03 PRE_SALE Tricia Graham, Texas Does the solar panel have a temp cover over it? Bought it at a Costco roadshow and the solar panels had covers and the crank solar flashlight looks like it but doesn't seem to come off. 805386 2012-08-02T14:40:33 true false No, the solar panel on the Torch crank light does not come with a protective film as it folds into the light. 949142 2012-08-10T17:26:17 PRE_SALE GT What is the best way to keep the torch charged? Should it be left pluged in while not in use? 847783 2012-09-26T12:01:01 true false You should recharge it ever 1-3 months. 967586 2012-08-31T15:53:07 PRE_SALE Arnie Can the flashlight battery be replace? If so, where can I purchase one? 836645 2012-09-12T07:23:22 true false We do not sell any replacement batteries for that unit.. Please contact our Solution Center for warranty information or questions you can call us at 1.888.794.6250 968721 2012-09-02T07:01:22 PRE_SALE JP Australia Is the torch compatible with Australian 240volt power points? 836585 2012-09-12T06:54:05 true false The Torch light actually comes with a 12v charger with a car adapter end. You can also charge it via the built in solar panel or crank. 986937 2012-09-22T10:18:26 PRE_SALE Ahimsa Sebastopol, CA What is the best way to extend the battery life? Is it best to keep it fully charged every day? Is it bad for the battery to use the light until the battery is nearly dead, or only half charged? Complex question! 847746 2012-09-26T11:43:57 true false Typically you will want to recharge it every 1-3 months. And not it is not bad to run the battery to dead or half. 987150 2012-09-22T16:11:44 PRE_SALE a what kind of batteries does it use, NiCAD? what is the estimated battery life? are they replaceable? 847718 2012-09-26T11:32:10 true false No they are not replaceable. 993935 2012-09-29T22:32:30 PRE_SALE Chuck Spokane, WA I have the torch crank solar light - when I plug in the wall charger, should one of the red LED lights on the front light up? When I turn the crank, a red LED lights up, but when I plug in the light to the wall, no red LED turns on. 893660 2012-11-15T13:08:35 true false That is correct. The lights only light up when charging via solar or the crank generator. There is no indicator light for wall charging. Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 890781 2012-11-13T09:40:18 false true Llevoc Monterey County Yes, the red light indicates, the solar panel is receiving a charge from the sun. The red light will not Power on when the power source is not the sun. 1003391 2012-10-09T18:37:26 PRE_SALE steve USA If there is no red light while plugged in to recharge does this mean it is fully charged? If not how do you tell if fully charged? 872023 2012-10-23T13:50:05 true false The red light does not turn off when fully charged. Please refer to the charge times provided on our website for more information on how long it takes to get a full charge. 1107039 2012-12-11T19:27:14 PRE_SALE Loren Albuquerque, NM Is it ok to leave the Torch Solar Crank Flashlight in a window so it can solar charge when the sun comes around every day? 947364 2013-01-03T13:59:26 true false Gear Pro Yes it is okay. You don't have to though it should hold a charge for 1-2 months and we recommend using your devices every month. And at that time you could put it back in the window to charge. Thanks for your question 935496 2012-12-19T20:36:37 false false Art Foley aka firstname.lastname@example.com Council Bluffs, Iowa YES it is possible to "leave" your Torch Solar Crank Flashlight in a window all day (and night) so it can recharge from the sun (as well as other light emitting sources) - there is q blocking diode built in to block overcharging, 1116147 2012-12-16T18:22:38 PRE_SALE Tech person After a full charge how long until flashlight will lose its total charge. Assume flashlight left in basement and no solar or clank charging. 946072 2013-01-02T15:46:26 true false We recommend charging it every 1-2 months. so when you do need it you will always be guarantied to have a charge in it. Thank you very much for your question 1128506 2012-12-25T15:23:52 PRE_SALE jb Dose it have or can you put a usb set-up for celular phone charging to the torch. 948355 2013-01-04T10:09:27 true false There is not, it was not designed with that in mind. You can check the Light House Lantern http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/112/Lighthouse-Lantern/6:6/ 1141992 2013-01-02T14:25:42 PRE_SALE Mark I would like to know what the wall adapter watts/amperage numbers should be. I am unable to readily lay hands upon it for several months and unless I run across it and it actually says Goal Zero on it I will not know if I find the right one or not. I have one that fits the plug and is rated 12v/2.0 amp Mark 948133 2013-01-04T07:52:14 true false Hi Mark, If you need wall charger please contact us via email at firstname.lastname@example.com and we will help you get one! 1152033 2013-01-07T22:49:57 PRE_SALE Ernie I'm using the Torch for Emergency Readiness. 1) Is it OK to leave the Torch Flashlight plugged in to the electrical wall outlet for an extended period of time? 2) Does the charger have a trickle charge mode for after the battery reaches full charge? 951511 2013-01-07T23:35:55 false false Community Answer None This flashlight uses a Ni-MH battery. It doesn't develop a 'memory' like NiCads do, but all rechargeable batteries should be cycled from time to time (fully charge it, let it run down, fully charge it again). Fortunately this one has a hand crank, so if you find you need it at a time when the battery is dead you can simply turn the crank for 1 minute and get 10 minutes of use. 952229 2013-01-08T09:55:20 true false The Torch Flashlight has a built in charge controller that will trickle charge the battery to maintain it at a full charge, and yes it's safe to leave plugged in charging. 1164140 2013-01-15T08:48:23 PRE_SALE Neal Detroit, MI I have misplaced my charger and I believe it has endfed up in the multitiude of miscellaneous chargers I have for various devices. Is there a way I can identify the charger by the label or specs. I have found two chargers that fit and light the lights but do not illumitae the red charging lights. 970891 2013-01-23T10:12:50 true false Actually, when the light is charging from the wall those lights do not light up. The best way to tell is to check the lights on the charger it self. Please email email@example.com if you have any other questions. 1182833 2013-01-27T04:00:54 PRE_SALE Gbomo I am not clear on the wattage of the solar panel. 1025799 2013-02-13T12:39:10 true false The wattage on the Torch light? It is less than two watts, which is more than enough to power and run the light. If you have a different questions, please contact us as firstname.lastname@example.com 1222828 2013-02-06T04:03:42 PRE_SALE JohnGV What are the two red lights for that are on the front of the Torch? Why is one light always on ? 1016901 2013-02-06T06:08:22 false false Community Answer None One of the lights is to indicate that the flashlight has power, the other light indicates a low battery. 1055760 2013-03-09T16:07:04 false false Barkley Hound Chico, CA The above answer is incorrect. One light indicates power is being received from the solar panel. The second indicates power is being received from the crank. There is no power cord charging indicator. There is no low power light. The light just dims. 1071361 2013-03-22T14:06:54 true false Correct that is what the lights mean 1238600 2013-02-16T10:13:56 PRE_SALE bartskate Bayfield, CO Will the torch light charge successfully when using the cigarette adapter plugged into the Nomad7? 1029367 2013-02-16T16:38:23 false false Community Answer None Yes, the Nomad 7 can charge the Torch from the cigarette adapter. 1160403 2013-06-07T09:30:21 true false Yes, this will successfully charge the Torch Solar Crank Flashlight. 1250943 2013-02-23T16:39:46 PRE_SALE solar lover CA I just bought one today and it looks like a great product and with all the good reviews on this product, i'm loving it already. Question: It's not so clear on the manual. It said flip it out to use. Do you mean to flip the solar panel out when it's charged under the sun? And flip it in when I use the light? Thank you so much. 1037987 2013-02-24T13:29:12 false false Community Answer None You flip it out and make sure it is aimed at the sun. 1039831 2013-02-25T13:07:15 true false To charge it you will want to make sure the panel is in the light, it can be left folded up or flipped out. When flipped out the panel acts as a stand. 1261893 2013-03-01T18:22:53 PRE_SALE jeff ny can you tell me how many lumens this light has? Why isn't that listed on your specs? very important to know. 1046857 2013-03-02T14:01:27 false false Community Answer None The Torch Solor Crank Flashlight produces 20 lumens. 1173880 2013-06-19T08:47:52 true false The Torch Solar Crank Flashlight is rated at 20 lumens. 1308105 2013-03-28T22:02:03 PRE_SALE WD Pasadena, CA What DC voltage is required to charge the torch crank flashlight? What is the polarity of the central pin? 1079900 2013-03-29T21:05:27 false false Community Answer None 12V DC voltage is required to charge this flashlight. The polarity of the central pin is unknown. 1196199 2013-07-10T07:53:04 true false The Torch Flashlight requires 12V DC for charging. The polarity of the central pin is unknown. 1315651 2013-04-03T07:05:12 PRE_SALE Railrider El Paso, TX Did my unit come w/AC charger? If so, I can't find it. 1085809 2013-04-03T19:39:19 false false Community Answer None This flash light has an option to charge with a ac charger, but wall charger is not listed as items that comes in box. 1085502 2013-04-03T13:44:17 true false Yes it should have come with one. Please contact us at email@example.com for help getting a new one. 1401749 2013-05-29T10:20:05 PRE_SALE Manea Long Beach Torch Solar Crank Flashlight,can you sale charger ?and how much is that? 1175617 2013-06-20T09:45:14 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! We currently do not sell chargers for the Torch Solar Crank Flashlight separately. 1401819 2013-05-29T11:03:45 PRE_SALE avi8r California Where is this product manufactured and where do the parts come from (% by country would be good)? I could not find thi info on the web site and with all the world wide manufacturing disasters I really like to know where this is made! 1150642 2013-05-30T05:05:34 false false Community Answer None The Goal Zero company was founded in Provo, Utah. The solar cell replacement parts are made in China. 1177280 2013-06-21T13:51:15 true false All of our products are manufactured in China. 1403233 2013-05-30T10:48:43 PRE_SALE j florida I have different wall adapters and do not remember, which is for my Torch Solar Crank Flashlight. What does it say on the wall adapter? Thank you, John 1151153 2013-05-30T11:33:30 false false Community Answer None You need to contact Goal Zero customer service at 1-888-794-6250 (Monday-Friday 6 am-6 pm MST) for assistance on determining which adapter is used by the Torch Solar Crank Flashlight. 1175613 2013-06-20T09:40:09 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The end that would go into the Torch Solar Crank Light is about 5.3mm and is used specifically with that light only. 1406091 2013-06-01T11:16:18 PRE_SALE Dobbsie Is the solar panel replaceable? Mine appears to not be working. 1183563 2013-06-27T13:49:30 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Panel is not replaceable. Please call 888 794 6250 and we can help you out! 1437978 2013-06-23T19:47:22 PRE_SALE Keath Kentucky I need the output voltage and ampere of the AC charging unit. Please do not tell me anything about the hand crank or solar output. I have numerous AC adapters and I am trying to figure out the right one, so please just read the output specs on the ac adaptor. Thank you. 1409341 2013-12-30T18:32:30 false false Rick Oregon The AC adapter that I have shows that the output is: 4.5V @ 300ma The previous answer said that it was 12V. Charging at 12V may damage or degrade the battery in the flashlight. 1213051 2013-07-23T11:05:37 true false Input: AC-120V 60Hz 7.5W Output: 12V DC 400mA 1443098 2013-06-27T21:03:03 PRE_SALE user If there is wall charging for this unit, can we plug it in a wall plug with 240 volt ? 1183909 2013-06-27T22:13:42 false false Community Answer None According to the questions and answers on the Goal Zero site, a wall charger should be included. One customer reported not receiving one and was directed to email customer service at email@example.com. The charger is a standard wall adapter for a 120V outlet and would not fit into a 240V outlet. However, a 12V car charger is included as well. 1184362 2013-06-28T09:24:23 true false Thank you for contacting GoalZero. The Torch Solar Crank Flashlight comes with the wall charger. You cannot use 240volt wall plug. 1458890 2013-07-10T17:43:14 PRE_SALE camper I purchased this product recently and leave it in the window all day to charge. At night when I use the TOP leds they only illuminate for about 5 minutes. however the side leds continue to work aas normal. What could be wrong? 1207696 2013-07-18T15:29:05 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The panel on the side is probably not getting enough light for the lithium battery for the top light being behind a window. I would charge it in direct sunlight and try it again. 1496743 2013-08-03T21:53:58 PRE_SALE Brandon Los Angeles The hook on my Torch Solar Crank Flashlight has broken off. Is it possible to replace just that hook assembly? 1229419 2013-08-05T13:14:12 true false We are sorry to hear your Torch hook is broken. We offer a one year warranty on all our products. Please contact our Support Team at email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 and we can assist you 1542000 2013-08-30T11:46:04 PRE_SALE Karen Scottsdale, AZ I purchased the Torch solar flashlight from a local gun club in Scottsdale AZ. I use the Flashlight every night. To my disappointment last night the crank came off the flashlight. It appears that the pin to hold the crank to the flashlight has fallen out. Is there any way that I can get a replacement pin for the flashlight? 1261823 2013-08-30T14:38:25 true false We offer a one year warranty on all our products. Please contact our Support Team at email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 and we can assist you. 1261582 2013-08-30T12:20:52 false false Community Answer None There is a 12 month warranty on the item. If its still under the 12 months you can try to replace the item all together. If not, try contacting Goal Zero customer care and see if you can order replacement item. 1553765 2013-09-06T09:18:13 PRE_SALE Dakota I have a Torch and like it very much. Can you tell me what the output of the AC adapter is? I threw everything in a bag and wasn't sure which one is the one for the Torch. Is it the one that outputs 4.5 volts? Thanks, Steve 1310025 2013-10-10T15:20:35 false false dakota AZ I'm commenting on and answering my own question here. As the answer above by the Goal Zero person says, the Torch requires an AC wall charger of 4.5 V DC output. There are several answers in this Q & A section, including an answer to this one, that say that the charger should have a 12 V output. THIS IS WRONG. The Torch should be accepting a 4.5 V charge, whether from an AC wall charger, or from a 12 V cigarette car adapter. Repeat: the output of the charger should be 4.5 Volts DC, NOT 12 V DC. CAUTION: Typical wall AC Chargers that provide 12 V DC output have a plug that will plug in to the Torch. I believe that these chargers will damage the Torch. Mine failed after this was done. Even the instructions that come with the Torch are misleading and incomplete and SHOULD BE REVISED. Additionally, the Torch is NOT labeled for which voltage to use, and because the 12 V charger will fit (and possibly damage it), I suggest that labels be placed on the chargers and on the Torch. 1288964 2013-09-23T12:50:02 true false Yes the correct wall charger is the 4.5v Model: Ys6-0450300 1269589 2013-09-07T15:11:09 false false Community Answer None No. The adapter for this item has a 12V output. 1566057 2013-09-13T19:34:51 PRE_SALE Oz San Francisco It will no longer hold a charge. Received april 2012. what could be wrong? 1299638 2013-10-02T13:06:17 true false We offer a one year warranty on all products with proof of purchase. Please contact our support team at firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 and we can assist you with troubleshooting and/or warranty replacement. 1624232 2013-10-19T19:22:14 PRE_SALE Clint Spokane, WA For the life of me I can not find the serial number on the flashlight and I have looked inch by minute inch. A little help here? It's probably right in front of me, but, I just don't see it. Thanks Clint 1323006 2013-10-22T13:10:36 true false The Torch does not have a serial number. You can register it by leaving that part blank. 1629133 2013-10-22T19:08:52 PRE_SALE Colonel 1. How many lumens does this flashlight put out? 2. Can the battery pack be upgraded with a 3.6v lithium rechargeable battery? 1325812 2013-10-24T14:00:48 true false The Torch has 20 lumens. The battery is not user replaceable. 1325173 2013-10-24T06:59:38 false false Community Answer None The 'Torch Solar Crank Flashlight' puts out 20 lumens and no the battery cannot be upgraded. 1650967 2013-11-05T08:34:45 PRE_SALE Lar I have the torch flashlight. My question is does the hook pull out to make a hook or is it a closed circle. If it makes a hook how to you do it. 1340734 2013-11-06T09:51:57 true false On the Torch Flashlight, the hook does pull out, it is not just a closed circle. You just pull straight out to use it as a hook, and push back down to use as a closed circle. 1664657 2013-11-12T17:10:24 PRE_SALE Edwin Singapore Hi, I just bought this from Amazon recently. When charged using Solar panel, red led (right side) will light up. When manual winging, red led (left side) will light up. But when charged using AC power, only charger's red led will light up, but NOTHING on the torch will indicate charging is in progress. Am I correct? Thanks. 1359000 2013-11-20T09:04:21 true false Yes, you are correct. When charging via AC power there is no indication on the Torch Solar Crank Flashlight. 1351001 2013-11-14T06:26:46 false false Community Answer None That is correct; when the Torch Solar Crank Flashlight is charging, nothing on the torch will indicate that a charge is in progress. 1749368 2013-12-25T11:15:57 PRE_SALE Jerry Glenwood, Minnesota what is wrong? when using the crank to recharge the side light comes on and cannot be turned off, it continues to burn while cranking. it is/was this way out of the box. 1409118 2013-12-30T14:11:23 true false Please contact us at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 in regards to your issue. 38 Extreme Wall Charger - US Plug 6 9 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/65/38-en_US-1-questions.html 1051080 2012-11-13T07:59:55 PRE_SALE Tim Pollock Pines, CA I just purchased a Yeti 1250. Is this the wall charger unit that comes with my Yeti 1250? Extreme Wall Charger (110V) SKU: #90818A? I am using it as an 8-10 hour battery backup for my wood pellet stove and charge it from the wall outlet rather than solar panels right now. I was wondering if I purchase an additional 80w wall charger, if I can use two wall chargers on the two inputs to lower the charging time from 16 to 8 hours from the wall outlet. 897247 2012-11-19T14:00:36 true false Yes! That is correct! It is the same charger as the Extreme Wall Charger. Yes you can use both at the same time to get a faster charge time. 1055944 2012-11-15T22:37:10 PRE_SALE Jesse Canada Hi I bought the extreme 350 kit, but my AC wall charger was stolen. I am hoping to replace it, but I am not sure if I should get the 110V or the 220V. Which would you suggest? Thanks, Jesse 908981 2012-11-28T14:07:44 true false You will want the 110v AC model. 1148515 2013-01-05T21:18:22 PRE_SALE Brent LA, CA Hi I bought the extreme 350 kit today. The rep told me to charge it from my regular outlet, which I did, and the charger became very hot. It did charge up to "full", but as hot as the charger got, I would not want to leave it plugged in all the time, which is also what the rep said to do to make the battery last longer. Is it normal for the charger to become very hot to the touch? Also, the inverter makes noise when in use, it this normal? 952434 2013-01-08T11:23:18 true false Please contact our support team at 1-888-794-6250 or email us at email@example.com with more details and we can help you out with this situation. 949671 2013-01-06T06:19:31 false false Community Answer None The Extreme 350 maintenance charge every 3-4 months. You should also charge it before you know you are going to use it. I should not to be left on continuous charge. Charge time is 6-7 hours. Initial charging of the Extreme 350 will make the charger hot, however, after charge is complete, it should just be warm. The inverter may make a noise when in use, that is normal for a lot of inverters. 1250212 2013-02-23T08:57:03 PRE_SALE Patrick United States Will it work with guide ten plus battery pack??????? 1037533 2013-02-23T19:23:18 false false Community Answer None No, this is only for the Extreme 350 power pack. 1040253 2013-02-25T16:24:47 true false It will not. You can use any USB to wall adapter to charge up the Guide 10. 1669583 2013-11-15T11:41:00 PRE_SALE Care Central Ohio We had damage (dog chewed)to 2 cords for our Yeti 1250. The original wall charger had only 1 AC (wall) plug and this one I am ordering has 2 ??? I am also replacing the 30 Ft. 8MM solar wire for the same reason but it appears to match the original. 1365193 2013-11-25T11:17:46 true false The Extreme Wall Charger does not come with 2 cords, it comes with either the 110V or 220V plug depending on where you are ordering from. Please let us know if you have any additional questions, comments or concerns. firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1842883 2014-02-21T17:55:01 PRE_SALE Tony Philly Can the Yeti 1250 be left in the rain? 1481088 2014-03-10T16:40:51 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! No, this unit cannot be left in the rain as it has the potential to damage the ports. if left outside, it's recommended to have it sheltered or covered in a water tight bag of some sort. 1463147 2014-02-21T18:37:21 false false Community Answer None Yes it can be left out in the rain. 193 Guide 10 Silicone Sleeve pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-02-22 2014-02-14 4 4 2 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Identification Protecting your guide 10 Style Quality oriented Personal Fits well Looks good Protects No 2 0 false false 1 1 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/71/193-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/71/193-en_US-1-questions.html 47985525 42629189 Approved 2014-02-14 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer It's got you covered 5 No Fits Well Protects Looks Good Quality Oriented Protecting Your Guide 10 Personal recommended It fits my guide 10 snug like a bug in a rug. Looks good and I would buy more if I had more guide 10s Sam CA 4545309 order_id 21330 48169836 42855062 Approved 2014-02-22 1 0 web Unverified Great colors, but misses its mark 3 No Quality Oriented Personal Style Identification recommended I purchased a couple of these for my Guide 10 Plus, and was a little disappointed. The sleeves fit well, and the colors are vibrant. Between me and my boyfriend, we have a couple Guide 10 Plus's, so it makes identification easy. However, for me, the purpose of the sleeve is to protect it from dust and dirt. In this respect, it falls short, as it does not have flap covers for any of the inputs, which are most vulnerable to particulate intrusion. To me, this really defeats the purpose of having a cover. Green Outdoor Enthusiast Orlando, FL 1797150 2014-01-23T03:51:13 PRE_SALE frank the tank is this waterproof 1439095 2014-01-28T08:22:30 true false No, the Silicone Sleeve act as extra protection, but does not waterproof the Guide 10. Please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 if we can further assist you. 47 6mm 9ft Extension Cable with Carabiner (Silicone Coated) pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-01-25 2014-01-25 5 5 1 Verified Purchaser Great in motor home Travel Quality oriented Personal Reliable No 1 0 false false 2 2 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/73/47-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/73/47-en_US-1-questions.html 47558901 42240847 Approved 2014-01-25 0 0 email Verified Purchaser The extension cable is GREAT! 5 No Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal Travel Great In Motor Home recommended We have 2 "Light a Life" Lights and the extension allows us to have 'great reading' light on both sides of our Motor Home. We have a three foot slide out and needed the extra length so the wire could be hidden. We are very happy the lights plug into each other. Pat Wisconsin & Florida 4482967 order_id 20876 916667 2012-07-04T07:22:43 PRE_SALE DD can you connect two or three of these extensions in a row to get the distance that you want? 787079 2012-07-10T11:09:01 true false You can connect 3 of these cables together, but it might cause some dimming with the lights. 1088229 2012-12-02T06:42:43 PRE_SALE Steve Moscow, Latah County, Idaho Is this extension cable also compatible with the Yeti 1250? 919436 2012-12-06T08:16:09 true false http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/43/Input-8-0mm-30ft-Extension-Cable/6:5/ there is the link for the cord you want! 229 Boulder 15 Solar Panel Ultimate Kit 1 2 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/73/229-en_US-1-questions.html 1847971 2014-02-25T07:45:08 PRE_SALE Rick MN What about a charge controller? Yours will only handle 90W Thanx 1467824 2014-02-26T08:20:22 true false If you are using your Boulder 15 Solar Panels with the Guardian 12v Charge Controller, you are correct that it has a maximum input of 90 watts (6 Boulder 15 panels). Please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 if we can further assist you. 1466591 2014-02-25T08:16:45 false false Community Answer None The Boulder 15 Solar Panel is compatible with the Guardian 12V Charge Controller, which has a maximum input of 90 watts. 56 Nomad 7 / Rock Out Combo Kit pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2012-09-20 2011-06-10 4 3.9 11 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Having around the house High-end equipment Portable electronics Travel Doesn't work with 3GS Sound is A litlle bassy Unreliable performance Would like longer cords Quality oriented Personal Easy to set up Good audio Good power output Long battery life Quiet operation Reliable No 3 0 false false 12 12 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/77/56-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/77/56-en_US-1-questions.html 30600548 24160235 Approved 2011-06-11 1 1 web Unverified No iphone charging 5 I really wanted to be using the nomad 7m but I could not get it to charge my iPhone works great for everything thing else . So its more of an iPhone problem I think. Steve Gomez Unknown I apologize that it is not a simpler fit for the iPhone, but apple products are a bit picky in that they want the exact amount of power that they require, and if it is not perfect it will not accept the charge. First off, sometimes the screen will say it is not supported, but you will still be receiving a charge. You will need great sunlight (no clouds, not in the morning or evening, not through a window or glass) and if a shadow passes over or a cloud you may need to disconnect and reconnect it. Try plugging it in and unplugging it a few times after exposing the panel towards the sun for a few minutes so it has time to collect the solar power. (Also, some smart phones have a setting where the phone is set to only receive/ deliver data and not to charge- try checking that out) 30600552 24160239 Approved 2011-06-11 0 2 web Unverified Horrible 1 It does not charge your iPhone! This really bummed me! Horrible product Lydia loof Unknown We are the first to admit that Apple products are very picky about how they get charged, but absolutely our products can do it in the right conditions. For the Nomad 7 Solar Panel, make sure it is opened and pointed directly at full sun, before connecting iPhone cable. Be wary of cheap knock-off or extension cables, as we've seen cases where they don't work. And be aware that these devices may not charge in cloudy, overcast, or indoor conditions, because there simply isn't enough power to harvest. The iPhone may discontinue charging if the sunlight gets blocked, even briefly. Never hesitate to contact us directly, if you are having any problems at all. 30600553 24160240 Approved 2011-06-10 0 0 web Unverified Great for Ipod 5 Bought one of these at a wharehouse store to try out. i use it in my car to charge the Ipod and it works great! Joe Stiff Unknown Wonderful! Power up! 30600611 24160298 Approved 2011-07-17 0 0 web Unverified doesn't work wih iphone or ipad 4 As everyone else is reporting, I'm unable to get it to work with the iphone 3G, 3GS, and ipad (1st gen) iphone 3G connected via USB results in iphone saying it's fully charged (it's about 75% charged when I plugged it in). Same when connected via 12V cigarette light adapter using my car charger. iphone 3GS connected via USB results in iphone message that says charging is not supported by this accessory. iphone 3GS connected via 12V cigarette light adapter using my car charger results in iphone message that says charging is not supported by this accessory. ipad connected via USB results in iphone message that says Not charging. Its possible that it could be trickle charging the iphones and ipad, but that means it'll take forever to charge the device. Definitely not ideal when you're in a pinch and need to get the phone charged. Stanley Yee Unknown We really recommend using the Nomad 7 to charge up the Guide 10 power pack and using the Guide 10 to charge up your devices. Apple is very temperamental when charging directly from solar. 30600614 24160299 Approved 2011-07-16 0 0 web Unverified no charge on droid X 3 Bought my nomad 7 kit at a big box store.I tried to charge my droid X with the USB, but a no go. Said it was charging but never increased the battery charge. Full sun for 4 hours and the battery level only went down. Same happened with my friends Iphone. Tried a car charger and the 12 volt plug still nothing. Going to return it. Shame cause the speaker rocks. Chris Pegher Unknown We are sorry about your gear not charging. Please contact email@example.com for troubleshooting tips on these devices. 30600625 24160310 Approved 2011-08-01 0 0 web Unverified HTC Thunderbolt 3 I bought this to use on top of my B.O.B. Trailer while bicycling down the Oregon Coast. But it will not charge my smartphone either. I was keeping the battery at the same level but after 7 hours of full sun. it only went up from 33% to 40%. I to will be returning it to REI when I get home again. Richard Yamin Unknown Sorry for your dissatisfaction. Contact us for troubleshooting tips. 30600630 24160317 Approved 2011-08-03 0 0 web Unverified HTC Thunderbolt - Revised 5 I purchased this for a bike trip and it was an out of the box and onto the bike purchase. I left the 12v charger at home that was a mistake. the 3v USB would only maintain my phones change and did increase it a few percent. But now that I am home and have try it with the 12v it works great. I did let a poor review while I the road but I retract that one now and give this flying colors. Now I just need to design and mount for it on my B.O.B trailer. Richard Yamin Unknown Thanks for clarifying. Appreciate your feedback. 30600658 24160344 Approved 2011-08-24 1 0 web Unverified Great system for the outdoorsman 5 Got the speaker and the solar panel and was disappointed at first that it failed to charge my iPhone - in moderate sunlight. Anyway - I then took it outside in full sunlight and it had no problem charging the iPhone. Bright sunlight is the key here folks. These things aren't designed to charge in mediocre lighting conditions. And the iPhone is pretty picky. The speakers rock and I just bought a bunch at Costco for christmas presents. Incredible sound in such a small, portable and durable package. I suggest that folks keep an eye on your local Costco and go there when these products are on display there. The gentleman who manned the station here in St. Louis was outstanding and very knowledgeable! A great company rep - he sold me on this stuff immediately! Randy Allen Unknown The iPhone is a bugger but it will work with the panel in the right conditions. Thanks for the feedback. 31136420 24476753 Approved 2012-03-30 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Awesome product,tempermental with iPhone 3 No Easy To Set Up Adequate Power Long Lasting Power Quiet Operation Doesn't work with 3GS Unreliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal Travel Portable Electronics High-End Equipment Having Around The House recommended Love the idea of charging my electronics from the sun. I can just about charge my cell phones everyday from the goal zero device. I have not been able to charge my iPhone 3GS from the panels directly. I have also had issues charging my iPhone 3GS from the guide 10 battery pack. I keep getting the "Charging is not supported with this assessory..." error. Not sure why. From what I have read, I should be able to charge from the battery pack like this. I also own a Solio solar charger that is a joke. Can leave it in the direct sun all day for more than one day and it still does not charge its internal battery fully. I had it for 4 years and have never successfully charged the device fully by the sun. Anyway, I like the Goal Zero product. I wish it worked with my phone, I mean that's its one job right? Charge small electronics?? Hotdog man Chicago recommended iPhone 4 similar solio solar charger 34262972 27471667 Approved 2012-07-30 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Perfect 5 No Easy To Set Up Reliable Performance Great sound Quality Oriented Personal Travel Portable Electronics Having Around The House recommended The Rock Out speaker was exactly what I was looking for. I love having multiple ways to charge my iPod and the speaker. Nice! Suzi Alabama 3176281 So glad you are pleased. order_id 7615 35363754 28490445 Approved 2012-09-20 0 0 web Verified Reviewer I want to like Goal Zero 4 No Easy To Set Up Sound Is A Litlle Bassy Would Like Longer Cords Quality Oriented Having Around The House Travel Personal recommended I bought the Rock Out Combo, Guide 10 Plus, and a Luna Led light from Amazon. Everything works as it should out of the box. I'm going to use the products around the house to get used to them before I take them camping. The speakers sound a little bassy to me but overall they sound pretty good for being so small. If I run into any problems I'll post them. Bryce Phoenix, AZ 917820 2012-07-05T13:19:24 PRE_SALE Elyce Bothell, WA will this charge a cell phone? How much does it weigh? 787209 2012-07-10T12:38:09 true false The Nomad 7 solar panel can charge many types of cell phones directly. 937669 2012-07-28T09:51:28 PRE_SALE Share-On! Salt Lake City, Utah On a recent canoeing trip with the Boy Scouts, the cargo canoe overturned and all but the portable unit was lost (including our IPod touch--agh!!) I am trying to figure out how to get replacements for the cords and solar panel as this was a gift and I am trying to accomplish this for my husband as he is currently working four jobs. I could really use the advice and clarification. Thank you in advance! 805486 2012-08-02T19:13:13 true false Please contact us at 1-888-794-6250. We can help you better over the phone. Thanks! 986524 2012-09-21T18:13:16 PRE_SALE Layla NC I have not been able to find any connectors from my Nomad to my IPhone or Kindle. 847762 2012-09-26T11:49:38 true false There should be a built in USB port on the Solar panel. You can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 if that is not the case. Thanks! 990697 2012-09-26T10:02:14 PRE_SALE Gail Deer River, MN I am also going to order an extra speaker, can you tell me what color speaker is standard in the combo kit so that they both match? 847577 2012-09-26T10:14:21 true false Standard is the Black and green speaker. 993817 2012-09-29T18:41:17 PRE_SALE laurie would this work to run a cpap machine? 893736 2012-11-15T13:55:19 true false No this kit is not recommended for a machine of that size. I would suggest the Escape 150, but i would recommend the Extreme 350 for a CPAP machine. 1004334 2012-10-10T15:27:37 PRE_SALE Reggie N. Honolulu, HI Hi there, Picked up a Nomad 7 Rockout Combo with Guide 10 at my local Costco here in Honolulu, HI a few days ago. Question the Nomad 7 panel I got has a netting zipper pocked compartment and not the velcro pocket as shown on the videos and product pics. Is this a new or old change to the casing of the Nomad 7? The netting zipper pocket is on the outside of the Nomad7 case while the ones illustrated show the pocket is inside with the solar panels. Is it better this way? Reggie N. 871982 2012-10-23T13:28:52 true false Hi Reggie, the zipper pocket is on the newest model of the Nomad 7 and is only available through Costco at this time. The idea was to make it easier to store something while still having it connected. 1006406 2012-10-12T18:24:11 PRE_SALE Guy Greencastle Pa Will this charge a new Ipad 3? 891947 2012-11-14T09:54:32 true false I would recommend one of the larger solar panels. Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1031096 2012-11-01T11:41:59 PRE_SALE Goinout Quechee VT What does the chaining cord look like. It was not in my package 885419 2012-11-06T13:49:40 true false Chaining cord for which product? You can use the audio input cord on the Rock out to plug in to another rock out and then one of them into the device. If you have more questions please contact us via phone or email. at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1082269 2012-11-28T15:45:09 PRE_SALE Hajji Utah Will this work for a tent trailer 12v battery? 916635 2012-12-04T10:35:49 true false We do not recommend using the Nomad 7 with a battery of that size. You should check out the Boulder 15 or Boulder 30. 1109291 2012-12-12T23:00:06 PRE_SALE Ray pendleton,or how do you remove the film off of the solar panel faces? 954362 2013-01-09T14:11:50 true false Some of the panels did not get the film in production. So your panel may not have a film. You will be able to tell, it will have bubbles and it looks a little waxy or frosty. 1129658 2012-12-26T09:50:48 PRE_SALE Paul San Diego, CA I purchased the Nomad 7/ Rock from Costco. What is the brown, hard plastic, item do? It looks like you should be able to stand up batteries in it. 948288 2013-01-04T09:44:49 true false It sounds like it is the AAA adapter for the Guide 10 battery pack. 1129662 2012-12-26T09:53:46 PRE_SALE Paul San Diego, CA What does the brown, hard plastic, item do that came with the Nomad 7 / Rock Out kit? It looks like you can stand four batteries in it. 948284 2013-01-04T09:44:14 true false From the sound of it i would say it is the AAA adapter for the Guide 10 battery pack. 65 Extreme 350 Explorer Kit pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2012-12-22 2011-07-15 3.5 3.3 3 Verified Purchaser Unverified Portable electronics Travel Lacks power Noisy Unreliable performance Quality oriented Personal Small footprint No 0 1 false false 52 57 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/77/65-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/77/65-en_US-1-questions.html 30600602 24160289 Approved 2011-07-15 12 2 web Unverified Extreme Explorer Kit 4 This is a great product for small electronics. I wouldn't think about powering too much at once and keep in mind it peaks at 400 Watt. Using this with some Goal Zero Light-a-Life lights just makes sense. Great for netbooks, okay for laptops, good for cell phones. I think the Battery packs are really good and the solar panels seem rugged. The lights are GREAT. The inverters could use some work, service was excellent, shipping was poor. Danielle Taber Coventry, CT Thanks for the review. We are improving our internal systems all the time. We apologize for any shipping issues you experienced. 30600707 24160393 Approved 2012-03-08 8 1 web Unverified Dimmer Switch 4 I have an almost complete setup of your products. The one thing I see missing is the ability to dim the lights? They are certainly bright enough, but at times it's nice to have a lower setting or two. Tom Fratzke West Linn, OR Great suggestion. I will pass it along to product development.000 37354403 30692418 Approved 2012-12-22 2 0 email Verified Purchaser Product vs Support 2 No Small Footprint Noisy Lacks Power Unreliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Travel not recommended I was not happy with the Exploreer because it arrived damaged and I sent it back. The refund has not been issued yet, even though I sent the kit back over 3 weeks ago. I haved tried to call for customer support my times and didn't get an answer for the customer service department. Was not anwsered though e-mails either. If I was attempting to exchange this product with a deline for a trip or vacation it would have been ruined. Luckily I am not in a hurry either, but it has been very frustrating. W Smithy Grottoes, VA 3500924 order_id 9291 877378 2012-05-19T22:48:38 PRE_SALE soubhi jbara jeddah, saudi arabia Dear sir i can use extreme 350 explorer kit to work 24h for power to (IP outdoor video camera and router)? 747599 2012-05-22T11:09:17 true false We would need to know the specs on the camera and router to properly answer this. Do you have the volts and amps that they require? 877479 2012-05-20T06:12:58 PRE_SALE Section8 McGuire AFB, NJ i was wondering if i get your products like the extreme 350 or the yeti is it posible to run devices while the powerpacks (batteries or generator) are hooked up to their solar input. my other question is how many yetis can be chained together or dose one chai batteries like car batteries or marine batteries to it 748868 2012-05-23T12:48:39 true false It is possible to run these products while charging them. If the device(s) that you are charging on the battery pack is drawing more power than the panel is giving, the battery pack will not charge as the power is going toward the draw of the device. The Yetis are chainable. You can chain multiple Yetis together as well. 881575 2012-05-24T11:43:36 PRE_SALE c-j nyc Can this product be used with a fan, laptop, and 3 lights for a 4 day trip that may include overcast days 750075 2012-05-24T13:58:37 true false It is likely that this setup will work for you. We would need to know the technical specifications on the fan to determine if it will work with the Extreme 350. Also, when using a laptop we recommend having it closed when charging, as this is more efficient. 885762 2012-05-29T14:21:52 POST_SALE Gary Leesport Pa. I tried to run a small Frigidaire base voltage 115v / amps 1.0 to 1.4 / 60 to 80 watts on two Ranger 350s coupled together. I set the inverter at 220 (mistake?) And about 30 seconds after the plug in the inverter smoked and blew. Everything was brand new. What am I doing wrong. I would like to see this company provide a little more workshop for those of us who are not electricians. 758348 2012-06-04T15:12:25 true false Ouch! Yes, the inverter should remain on the 110v unless using European-type plugs. If you contact customer service, and are within the warranty period, they might be able to help with getting you a replacement. 885777 2012-05-29T14:39:14 PRE_SALE Austin TX I am a scientists and I am looking for your products. I need to use simultaneously in the field an accoustic doppler, an echosound, a chirp and two lap tops. Please let me know what is the best option I have. Of course light equipment is desirable because I work in remote areas and using small boats. 758318 2012-06-04T14:31:01 true false I am assuming that the doppler requires a good amount of power, and as laptops require a decent amount, you will need a larger battery pack. The extreme 350 may do it, but the Yeti 1250 would be the best option if you are looking to run the devices for longer times. 891697 2012-06-05T09:26:26 PRE_SALE Rich Trumbull, CT I use a CPAP at night to keep me breathing, Do you know how long this unit will power the CPAP? The label states AC100-240V 50/60 Hz 110V 400Hz 2.5A I need a power supply to power the CPAP at home during power failures as well when I am tent camping. Thank you Rich 760599 2012-06-06T11:22:24 true false If the CPAP is running at 110v and 2.5A, the Extreme 350 will not run it for much more than 1.5 hours (2.5 x 110 = 275watts). I am assuming that there is a humidifier or heater of some sort on the CPAP that is causing such a large draw. If the heating/humidifying device can be detatched, you will likely get a better run time. 893086 2012-06-06T17:55:07 PRE_SALE mr tim redding ca/+bonanza oregon off grid if I leave the solar panels out so the keeps charging how long can I run 12 volt refrigerator? 761486 2012-06-07T09:56:24 true false It would depend on how many amps the refrigerator uses. If the refrigerator uses 5 amps, it would run for about 8 hours during the day. As the refrigerator is pulling more power than is being delivered, it would only increase the regular run time slightly. 893351 2012-06-07T06:03:45 PRE_SALE cayman Cape Town I live in Africa, once the battery has been depleted can it be replaced locally with a generic battery, or does that have to be bought from Goal Zero (assuming it is replaceable)? 761478 2012-06-07T09:53:04 true false The battery would need to be replaced through us. Typically we do not send replacement batteries to customers, but we would probably make an exception for you, as your situation is different. 897551 2012-06-11T19:51:50 PRE_SALE Can the Extreme 350 be chained with the Yeti 1250 769464 2012-06-18T13:03:46 true false Currently, the Extreme 350 cannot be chained with the Yeti. Our engineers are working on a possible solution though. Please refer to our website for updates on said application. 898774 2012-06-13T05:10:34 PRE_SALE soubhi jbara jeddah, saudi arabia i can use it for: energy required for h24 5watt .02Amps 769491 2012-06-18T13:25:55 true false The Extreme 350 should run this 245Wh product for just a little over an hour. 900835 2012-06-15T09:14:52 PRE_SALE Irvine, CA Which unit will have enough power to run the following juicer? It is called Norwalk Juicer 275. Here is the specification. Volts: 110/220, Amps: 7.4/3.7, Watts : 814/814. Will Escape 150 have enough power for it? 769585 2012-06-18T14:35:08 true false The Escape 150 does not have the power to run this juicer. The only battery pack we offer that will run your juicer is the Yeti 1250. 903739 2012-06-18T18:29:02 PRE_SALE Swarn Fremont, ca. Can I run 220v appliances on this unit 774558 2012-06-22T21:35:54 true false Yes you can. The Extreme UI has a switch that changes the power from 110V to 220V. 903835 2012-06-18T20:26:21 PRE_SALE Ken Lakewood, WA I'm very interested in the Extreme 350 Explorer but one of my requirements is full UPS operation of the unit. Will it provide utility power output until a utility black out and then switch to battery backup mode with no interuptions? 776975 2012-06-26T10:09:25 true false The Extreme cannot perform this function on its own. 907741 2012-06-23T06:11:30 PRE_SALE Alois C. Kaufmann Switzerland Is it possible to use more than 4 Boulder 30 Solar Panels ? Or is there a maximum of 4 ? Can I use the boulder 30 Solar Panels also for the Escape 150 and is it possible to use more then 1 panel for the escape 150 ? Thank you for your answer. Best regards Alois Kaufmann / Switzerland 776950 2012-06-26T09:54:44 true false 4 is the recommended maximum. You can use up to 8 of them when powering a Yeti 1250, however. You can use the Boulder 30s with an Escape 150, but you will need an 8mm to 4.7mm input cable to do that. It is possible to use 2 Boulder 30s with the Escape 150. 919598 2012-07-07T14:32:13 PRE_SALE j if used in a small cabin would it power a 5 cubic foot chest freezer and a small electric heater? 794367 2012-07-19T12:35:33 true false Likely not. However, to confirm that we would need the technical specs on each item. 921189 2012-07-09T13:04:32 PRE_SALE Greg Los Angeles, Ca. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE EXPLORER 350 AND THE OTHER 350? BESIDES THE $700 AND $1000 PRICE TAGS? 794212 2012-07-19T10:40:26 true false The only difference is the Explorer kit has 2 panels as opposed to the 1that the other has. 794561 2012-07-19T14:56:42 false false me here an extra 30 watt solar panel 923719 2012-07-12T08:04:00 PRE_SALE rodeking San Ramon CA Can this be adapted to use in an RV with existing wall plugs? THX Craig P 794165 2012-07-19T10:21:25 true false We recommend only using the battery pack as it is. Therefore, we recommend just plugging devices in without making the alteration. 930310 2012-07-19T15:12:31 PRE_SALE Lizzie Lancaster, Pa Does this product support a refrigerator? 798998 2012-07-25T15:20:19 true false The Extreme 350 power pack can power a small 12V refrigerator. If you are looking to power a regular refrigerator, you might be interested in our Yeti 1250 solar generator. See the following link: http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/140/Yeti-1250-Solar-Generator/6:2/ 935526 2012-07-25T17:35:31 PRE_SALE lisa york, pa Hi, Can I power a refrigerator with the 350? 799988 2012-07-26T15:16:52 true false You can power a small 12V refrigerator with the Extreme 350, but not a regular sized refrigerator. They require more current for power. You will need the Yeti1250 to power a regular refrigerator. 939790 2012-07-30T19:26:44 PRE_SALE Ken San Diego, CA Will this be able to charge an electric bike? I have this unit http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/60/Escape-150-Adventure-Kit/6:1/ and it didn't work. Here is the bike I have: http://ejoebike.net/e-transformer-s 803638 2012-07-31T21:27:57 true false It looks like this bike requires 250 watts to run. The Extreme 350 will power this bike for a little over an hour. Our Yeti 1250 solar generator would be a better option. Here is a link to that power pack. http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/140/Yeti-1250-Solar-Generator/6:2/ 954814 2012-08-17T08:07:09 PRE_SALE Brian Hollywood, MD Is there an interface that can be used to collect battery/system health information? 819369 2012-08-21T12:57:49 true false We do not have any product like that. Though there are other companies that do make that kind of equipment. 963230 2012-08-27T05:16:43 PRE_SALE Anokie Switzerland What weather conditions can it operate under? water proof? 838444 2012-09-13T13:54:01 true false I would not get it we. Thought it gets a little rain or it is in a humid place it will be just fine. 965500 2012-08-29T10:36:37 PRE_SALE BeachWoman Atlantic Beach, FL Can this unit be used to run a sump pump that plugs into a standard wall outlet? If so, for how long? 836764 2012-09-12T08:10:52 true false It should be able to. The run time depends on how much energy the pump will use. I would need more information. For example if the pump uses 100 watts to run it will run for 3.5 hours. (350/100) However more pumps will use more and also require a bit more to get started. You can reach us at 1.888.794.6250 979786 2012-09-14T10:59:11 PRE_SALE Robyn Mid Florida Could this run a fan and if so what size. How about a crock pot or electric skillet? And if so for how many hours. 841679 2012-09-18T13:07:23 true false To let you know how long it will run I really need to know more specifics on the units you mentioned. Please contact our Solution Center with questions. You can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 980602 2012-09-15T12:48:04 PRE_SALE Terry Illinois Will this unit run a dorm fridge, a tv, a thero pure heater & a lamp all at the same time? 841572 2012-09-18T11:37:28 true false Possibly. To really tell i would need more information on the specifics of the individual units. 981422 2012-09-16T14:11:58 PRE_SALE don Colorado I have a small camper. The camper can be powered with a wall cord (110) or with a battery. If I attach the wall cord it charges the batter and ppwers the camper. Can this device be used the same as a wall cord to charge the battery and power the camper? If the camper battery is not attached to external power it is recharged only when my truck is attached to and running. When on battery power only the 110 outlets in the camper don't work. The camper has a gas heater and blower, a small fridge that can use propane or 110, lights, and an overhead fan. The current battery lasts overnight on a cold night without a recharge. Wil this device power the camper with these attachment running? Thanks, Don 845153 2012-09-24T06:53:19 true false I would suggest solar panels and s charger controller to keep charged the battery that s in our camper already. 981706 2012-09-16T20:10:25 PRE_SALE panzermike St.Louis,Mo Sir will the 350 be effected by a EMP attack. 845121 2012-09-24T06:35:36 true false We have not done enough testing to give you an answer. 857358 2012-10-08T13:42:24 false false John Jackson, NJ Yes, any electrical product will and could be effected by the effects of EMP. Remember distance from blast and shielding. Shielding being a Faraday Cadge. 982662 2012-09-17T18:33:58 PRE_SALE Dhruv Arora Guangzhou Can we power up led displays on cars with this product ? Our power requirement is 12v dc, 12 amperes and maximum 350 watts. Will this work under cloudy conditions also?? 845096 2012-09-24T06:18:39 true false Yes it will work under cloudy conditions. And this kit should also work of you yes. 990954 2012-09-26T14:38:39 PRE_SALE vcole Utah I have a travel trailer and we are currently using a Kipor Generator for our power needs, unless we are fully hooked up. However, I was wondering what we could use to be able to power up our home away from home. We have a TV, microwave and A/C that we may use at the same time. When we run our Kipor 3000, it struggles to power all of the items at the same time. 856399 2012-10-07T22:44:33 false false jt oregon there are limits to the small battery bank - probably not going to power an entire home at once. 918673 2012-12-05T14:19:18 true false It is hard to say with the limited information. Yes it would work with all those units, however it is hard to say how long it will run each one for. Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 997212 2012-10-03T11:23:45 PRE_SALE el olague Texas How do I hook up my solar panel to the Extreme 350 893516 2012-11-15T11:42:42 true false What solar panel do you have? They should be able to connect to the Extreme 350 directly. Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1010709 2012-10-17T10:23:11 PRE_SALE Sarah Ann Cox's Mills, WV Just wondering if this generator could run a 115 Watt- 60 Hertz Juicer and how much energy that would use.. probably only run it for 5 minutes at a time. Thank you! 888124 2012-11-09T11:34:01 true false Yes that will work. The inverter in the 350 has a 400 watt max. Let us know if you have any other questions. 1026050 2012-10-29T12:17:35 PRE_SALE Diana Roslyn, NY can you run a tv with this product with the lights while charging the phone? 878688 2012-10-30T12:23:57 true false Yes you can. However you will want to keep an eye on how much energy the TV is using. You will probably one get 8-10 hours while running all those things. 1031858 2012-11-01T20:03:24 PRE_SALE Brad Phoenix, Az. I would like to know if the Extreme Explorer Kit can power this small portable air conditioner on a continuous basis, if not how many hours could it operate it before it would need to be recharged? Thanks •7,000 BTU power •Input voltage: 115V / 60Hz •Power: 650 W/6 A •Weight: 48.5 lbs •Dimensions: 26 1/4" H x 17 13/16" W x 13 5/16" D 885372 2012-11-06T13:24:58 true false I would not suggest this unit for that. You would only get about 30 minutes of run time from that unit. I would suggest the Yeti. However heating and cooling units use a lot of energy so you may want to consider a different option. . Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at email@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1034880 2012-11-03T18:40:14 PRE_SALE Ernie May I add solar panels - 3,4, etc and chain them together to speed charging and or increase power? 883737 2012-11-05T11:25:42 true false Yes! That is correct, you can chain our solar panels together to get a quicker charge time! 1040061 2012-11-06T17:59:40 PRE_SALE Joyce going on a mission to remote area Ontario canada Can I run a projector or a tv with thi unit? 886178 2012-11-07T10:07:24 true false From the information on watt usage that i could find i thing the projector would exceed the watt output max of the inverter on the 350. So i would suggest a larger battery. 1042487 2012-11-08T08:07:28 PRE_SALE auroratek Northeast Florida On the Yeti and the Extreme 350 - how many solar panels can you connect at the same time. Can you connect enough panels to get continuous/perpetual power with usage at/near full capacity on a sunny day? 891838 2012-11-14T09:03:09 true false Yes you can! Depending on what unit you have you have will change how many solar panels you need. Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1044848 2012-11-09T12:36:29 PRE_SALE Lightningwalker Flagstaff, Az. United States how far away does the battery have to be from the panels. I have the refrigerator downstairs and the computers upstairs. I am not able to lift 130 pounds up and down stairs. The panels will need to be upstairs outside. I would like your top one but concerned about weight. I am also thinking about the biggest one downstairs and the next size one upstairs with the computers. Please advise, thank you 918523 2012-12-05T13:10:00 true false Yes you could place the batteries where ever you want. You can just use extension cords to get the power where you need it! 1053324 2012-11-14T10:56:20 PRE_SALE Lightningwalker Flagstaff, Az. United States When will the new Extreme 350 Explorer Kit be out, with the improvements that have been talked about. And will this one power up a PC? Thanks, Arwyn 909789 2012-11-29T07:58:44 true false Yes it will power a PC, the current model will also power a PC. They new model will have many improvements. 1055749 2012-11-15T18:15:35 PRE_SALE Jake SF, CA I plan on purchasing this and taking it Asia where the voltage is 220V. You noted the product is user switchable 110/220. Does this mean I can simply flip a switch so my 220V equipment can be plugged in without the unit having to go through special order modification? 908983 2012-11-28T14:08:11 true false That is correct, . Please contact our Solution Center for more information or questions. You can contact us via email at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1066268 2012-11-21T17:52:58 PRE_SALE Gerry Can you chain anExtreme 350 with a Yeti 1250? If so are there any special connections needed? Thanks 907795 2012-11-27T21:23:54 true false It is possible though we do not suggest it, they are different size batteries. If you have any other questions please give us a call or email us. 1066308 2012-11-21T18:23:08 PRE_SALE diane United States If there is a disaster and there is no sun shining through due to a bad storm or dust clouds how long will a fully charged unit last, and will it charge in those conditions? What do you suggest for that situation? 907793 2012-11-27T21:23:18 true false If you have more solar panels you can compensate of the lacking solar conditions, Yes it will charge even in cloudy conditions, but it will take longer. 1071280 2012-11-23T19:35:58 PRE_SALE Leon Alabama Can the 350 Power Pack be plugged in continuously and connected to computer to use as a battery back up (so that if power interrupted there is continuous supply to computer)? I know that is not it's primary function, but didn't know if that might be a useful way to keep charged for use. Also for the Yeti 1250 the same question. 918500 2012-12-05T13:03:06 true false Yes you can have the unit powering a computer while it is plugged in. Same goes with the Yeti. 1075587 2012-11-26T00:42:52 PRE_SALE Nyake Lake Havasu, AZ For the extreme 350, at the end of its battery life, can you replace it with a fresh internal battery or even change or upgrade it to a LiFePO4 instead of SLA so that you don't have to throw away the whole unit? 918283 2012-12-05T11:29:28 true false We will have replacement batteries in the future. Also we will try and have lithium batteries in the future, maybe a year or two. 1078100 2012-11-26T18:26:50 PRE_SALE just andy Elk, Wa. what is the advantage of chaining? can the invertor be changed to a higher Wh or are they also chainable? 917911 2012-12-05T09:16:56 true false You can only chain the Extreme 350 batteries to each other and Yes that will increase the Watt Hours. You can ever pull the Max from one inverter which is 400 watts for the Extreme UI. 1081094 2012-11-28T05:09:49 PRE_SALE Karen New York City Can I run a portable space heater while the solar battery is charging? What is the life expectancy of your solar battery before replacement is required? Thank you. 916827 2012-12-04T12:17:18 true false Yes you can charge it while it is in use! You can expect to get 3-5 years depending on usage and maintenance. Also you will want to use a heater that uses less than 400 watts to operate. 1089490 2012-12-02T19:51:33 PRE_SALE Norm Ft Bliss Is there a way, accessory, product for me to set up the 30w panel and have it feed into the house? I have a line on this from another company, but your products are so much better, I would rather spend the money here. 919410 2012-12-06T08:05:59 true false At the moment we do not have any grid tie systems. You will need to check else where for the time being, sorry for the inconvenience. 1112394 2012-12-14T12:29:46 PRE_SALE US cyclist Clermont FL How long does the charge last if it is fully charged 954206 2013-01-09T12:58:16 true false It all depends on what you are powering. If you are powering something small like a phone then you will probably get about a week or so. If you are powering a small or medium appliance you will probably one get a few hours. 1113563 2012-12-15T07:14:50 PRE_SALE mcowan High Point, NC Does this unit have a charge controller built in to the battery storage device? Also, can the battery pack and inverter be used with amorphous panels rather than the panels that come with the kit? 949018 2013-01-04T15:49:05 true false It does have a built in charge controller! Yes you can use other panels and use them using the Anderson Powerpole connectors. Be sure they have a 12v output. 1115582 2012-12-16T12:14:42 PRE_SALE OD Grover, WY I would like to convert a old camper to solar. I have both 12v and regular house power. 948985 2013-01-04T15:38:51 true false The Extreme 350 is a 12v system, you can chain it to your batteries in your camper as long as you do it in parallel keeping the voltage to 12 1125540 2012-12-22T17:03:48 PRE_SALE The Vet what type of upgrade and or scalability does this model have. I want to be able to run a standalone heater,fridge that can keep at least 40 pound of food cold. Two laptops I require the portability. My unfortunate conclusion is I must buy the 1800 watt portable system. Most of my travels will be southwest to central USA. 948497 2013-01-04T11:39:06 true false I would suggest the Yeti 1250 and getting additional batteries and chaining them in Parallel. You can chain use other 12v 100 a batteries when chaining to the Yeti. The Extreme 350 is scalable however not up to what you need. 1154001 2013-01-09T05:32:43 PRE_SALE JP Melbourne, Australia If I had a portable 12v car fridge with a 3.3 amp draw and 10 amp fused plug, how long will the power pack keep the fridge powered for? 954516 2013-01-09T15:32:01 true false You could expect about a 7-8 hours of run time. 953419 2013-01-09T06:29:57 false false Community Answer None Since your fridge draws 3.3 amp and used 12 volts the wattage is 39.6 for the device. Divide 350 by 39.6 gives you approx 8.8 hours of available power from the Extreme 350 Explorer. 1233166 2013-02-12T16:28:58 PRE_SALE Yesenia New York, NY Is it possible to use this item continusiouly? For example if it's on non stop for 24/7 or if I turn it on today then turn it off then turn it back on the next day and so on. 1025019 2013-02-13T07:06:09 false false Community Answer None Yes you can use this product as you have described, either 24/7 or on-off as required. 1025988 2013-02-13T14:23:52 true false Yes that is ok! You will want to be sure you are charging it enough to keep up with how much energy you are using. 148 Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-02-24 2013-01-20 4 4.2 57 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Amateur radio Backcountry Backpacking Cell phone Cell phones Charge cell phone on go Charging cell phone Charging my phone Emergency equipment Emergency prepardness Everyday Gopro backup Having around the house High-end equipment Iphone safety Keep in bag just in case MP3 player Perfect for biking Portable electronics Power source for firefly Travel Ul Ul hiking emergency power 1 end bumps off alot Better manual or guide Cannot remove battery Charges slowly Chrg depress activation Didn't power phone Diffent tipend not avail Doesn't work I added A small carabiner Inconsistent performance Lacks power Lacks the claimed tips Limited Maybe add A flashlight Need list of comp smartp Needs more tips No charge iphone 5 No charge level Not waterproof Not worth the money Plastic tips Poor design Pricey Pricey / poor value Short life The ends are very tight Budget shopper Quality oriented Business Personal Better than nothing Compact Convenient Convenient size Durable Fast charge Fits in pocket Free from ac plugs Good power output Good price / value Good value Great device for my ipod Handy Light sturdy works well Lightweight Light weight Light weight and compact Light weight low profile Long lasting Love the small size Performance Portable Quality built Reliable Simple to use Small Versatile Versitile No Yes 47 5 true false 78 126 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/81/148-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/81/148-en_US-1-questions.html 37930636 31279331 Approved 2013-01-20 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Great Device! 5 No Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Travel Emergency Equipment recommended This is a great little device. It charges quickly from an outlet and is very handy to have around. I keep it in my glove compartment and lay the solar panels (Nomad 7) on the dash board. When I come out to the car at the end of the day, it's charged. I easily charge my iPhone 5 with it and an iPod. Very convenient to carry around. I recommend this to anyone interested in a small power source that is quickly chargeable. It would be nice to have interchangeable tips, or a way to screw two or three end to end to double or triple the output. Ranger Rick San Diego, CA 38135286 31490277 Approved 2013-01-31 3 1 email Verified Purchaser Good recharger, need info on smartphones 3 No Charges Quickly Powerful Long Lasting Reliable Performance Light Sturdy Works Well Pricey / Poor Value Need List Of Comp Smartp Value Oriented Travel Personal recommended You need to help the customers and list compatible smartphones. If different connectors are needed for a particular smartphone, please identify them with the brands. Hard to find information on connectors, list options right with product. Len Tucson 3588263 order_id 10742 38137560 31494810 Approved 2013-01-31 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Pretty good. 4 No Good Value Lightweight Charges Quickly Diffent Tipend Not Avail The Ends Are Very Tight Value Oriented Travel Personal recommended I love the idea behind this product, it's well made except for one thing. This is a nice sturdy product except for the tips. The tips are made of plastic and the threads aren't as strong as they could be. The tips on mine arrived fairly loose so I took them off just to check it out, since I heard that they were interchangeable. I almost didn't get mine back on again without stripping the threads. Plus I have't seen any replacement tips, so maybe it doesn't really matter. Once I got it back on straight and screwed down tight it seems fine, but I am still worried that this will be the failure point. If the replacement tips are cheap enough them it won't matter, because you can just buy what you need and move on. I gave only 4 stars because of this weakness,other than that it's great. nglayton Salem, Oregon 3588263 Pending Fast Shipping no waiting. order_id 10882 38125580 31499011 Approved 2013-01-31 3 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Not a bad product 3 Good Value No Short Life Charges slowly Value Oriented Travel Having Around The House Personal recommended Got this hoping it would be enough to charge a cell phone from zero. It can but barely. I have an Iphone 4s and it can basically charge it up. It only has the ability to charge it once on a full charge. Arsentwo Boise, ID 3588263 Pending Delivery was slow. I received it one day late. order_id 10786 38231542 31595378 Approved 2013-02-06 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Awesome 5 Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Portable Electronics Travel recommended The Switch has been a really cool add to my electronics arsenal. We throw it on the dash of our car with the Nomad 3.5 and we've always got some backup power for our phones. Eagle Tampa, FL 38331539 31717498 Approved 2013-02-11 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Real life exampl on Samsung Galaxy Nexus 4 Sturdy No Quality Oriented Personal Travel recommended Good little charger, though its capacity is a bit limited. On a Samsung Nexus Galaxy, which has a 6.5Wh battery, it only managed to take charge level from 8% to 75% before shutting down, I would have expected a full charge... Still, very handy in case you are at the end of your day with a low battery and still need to get a few hours out of your phone! Ed Palo Alto, CA 38400451 31793959 Approved 2013-02-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Perfect for long flights, ect. 5 No Quality Oriented Personal Travel Having Around The House Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics recommended OK, I gotta say, I love this thing. It is much smaller then I expected when I first saw it on the shelves at REI. I bought it specifically for a trip to Iceland (my IPOD won't last the long flight) for my audio books. However, I also found another use for it. Imagine spending a long day in Las Vegas walking around, you lose track of time, maybe get seperated from your pals, and now you can't text them cause your phone is dead. This thing is small enough to keep with you all day.. just don't forget the cord and correct tips. Most phones should get a full charge, or at least close. People need to remeber Smart Phones are more and more power hungry these days, and the laws of physics still apply!. This is a great product. I love the small LED indicator lights. The ONLY upgrade I could see is a waterproof version. I own a Casio Commando phone and that is waterproof... just sayin . GREAT PRODUCT!! Glenn Tijeras, NM 38491960 31927852 Approved 2013-02-20 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Switch 9 works great! 4 No Charges Quickly Quality Oriented Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Travel Personal recommended Works great for charging while shopping - on those occasions when I forget to charge my phone. Nice & portable. Would be nice if it lasted a little bit longer, but great for short term charging. Depending on the angle of the plug in the USB does not stay secure so it may disconnect ever so slightly & not actually be charging while plugged in. Be sure to see if the lights are on. dolphinks Yakima, WA 38510974 31954790 Approved 2013-02-21 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Portable, Versatile, A Life Saver 5 No Reliable Performance Powerful Charges Quickly Long Lasting Good Value Quality Oriented Personal High-End Equipment Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Travel Having Around The House recommended I have had a lot of iPhone chargers over the years, and this one stands out above the rest. It is reliable, I don't have to worry about it unplugging from my phone while on the go, it is rechargeable, I can charge it on my Mac, any USB port, even while my phone is charging through the device. It is small, light weight, durable, and I can get one full iPhone 5 charge out of the Switch 8. It pairs great with the Nomad 7 or any Goal Zero panel. The LED charge indicator lights are very helpful. I use the Switch mostly when traveling on foot in a rural or urban environment, extending the life of my iPhone substantially. It is a staple in my messenger bag and travel kit. Jordan Bush Lancaster, PA 38659935 32109592 Approved 2013-02-27 2 2 web Unverified TIPS PLEASE 4 No Charges Quickly Powerful Reliable Performance Long Lasting Good Value Lacks The Claimed Tips Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics High-End Equipment Ul Ul Hiking Emergency Power Travel recommended Small size is designed to maximize comfort and carring ability. This benefit is not realized when one is forced to carry a cord in order to charge desired device Chace oregon 38769432 32217979 Approved 2013-03-06 8 2 web Verified Reviewer Makes a great paperweight 1 Long Lasting No does not work Inconsistent Performance Poor design Pricey / Poor Value Plastic Tips Quality Oriented Personal None not recommended Initially, I thought the design was great, compact and portable. Shortly after purchase, it failed to charge anything. I called the customer svc. number and they advised to tighen and loosen the tips. Temporarily that fixed the issue for a couple of charges and then it stopped working. The product holds a charge but won't charge anything. I have a lot of goal zero products that I absolutely love, but this isn't one of them. Customer svc. number is a waste of time. On hold for 5 minutes before being given the option of leaving a message or hanging up. Andrew Orlando, FL 38922679 32449430 Approved 2013-03-13 2 0 web Verified Reviewer Better than I thought 5 No Reliable Performance Long Lasting Convenient Needs More Tips Quality Oriented Keep In Bag Just In Case Having Around The House Travel Personal recommended I keep this charged and in my backpack/laptop bag so I always have an extra charge. I like that the main body is aluminum. Can't wait for more tips to come out. It came in very handy hiking in Moab (with my Nomad 7 panel) and when traveling. No more sitting under the water fountain charging my phone at the airport! Amazing Larry Long Beach, CA 38983921 32490873 Approved 2013-03-14 2 0 web Verified Reviewer Perfect for vacation 5 Powerful Charges Quickly Long Lasting Reliable Performance Good Value Yes Value Oriented Personal Travel Portable Electronics recommended On our trip to Florida we used the Switch to recharge our phones and camera on the go while we went to the beach and the theme parks. Our phones never died, we could always take pictures. It was so convenient and helpful. Scott Salt Lake City, Utah 39188164 32719337 Approved 2013-03-24 3 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Lightweight lithium ion battery 3 No Compact No Charge Iphone 5 Quality Oriented Personal The device is small and light. When it discharges to 80-75 percent it becomes incapable of charging an iPhone 5, however it charges my 4s iPhone just fine even at half charge. I plan on taking it and the nomad 7watt solar panel on my trip to Maine this summer. Hiking the 100 mile wilderness, I'll let ya know how it does Nick Mishawaka, IN 3714953 order_id 11555 39203342 32729752 Approved 2013-03-25 3 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Only one flaw 4 Yes Charges Quickly Long Lasting Powerful 1 End Bumps Off Alot Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel Having Around The House Portable Electronics recommended I like the portability, and it charges quickly and can charge my iPhone a couple times on one charge. Something I hope they improve for subsequent buyers is the end cap constantly falling off. It doesn't seem to be threaded, and this happened the day after I got it as a gift, first use, if the end is touched on the side it pops right off. Then you have to really fiddle with it to get it to stay on again, and plug it back in so that it will recognize it has a charge. If you don't plug it in to a power source for a couple seconds it won't charge anything after the cap is replaced. I still like it, but that part is pretty annoying. Auntbliz Spokane WA 3588263 order_id 10761 39456588 33046773 Approved 2013-03-30 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Switch 8 and a Quide 10+ 5 No Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Long Lasting Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Travel Emergency Equipment recommended I use this item with a more powerful solar panel to keep both items tip top charged, and the Switch 8 gives additional USB power storage when in the field CptSofa Modesto, Ca 3714953 order_id 11619 39811879 33437925 Approved 2013-04-06 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Great Quick Charger for Cell 4 No Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Travel Portable Electronics recommended Most of the Goal Zero products that I own are outstanding in their utility and reliability for the avid outdoorsman or during an outage. GPC Tampa, FL 3749321 order_id 12052 40229497 33833660 Approved 2013-04-21 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Fast and Light Compatible 5 Powerful Good Value Charges Quickly Long Lasting Reliable Performance Light Weight Yes Value Oriented Business Iphone Safety Travel Gopro Backup Portable Electronics recommended The Switch 8 has been cool to charge my dying iPhone in the car, yeah, but that isn't why I have it. I am a fast-and-light style backcountry skier, and I carry NOTHING I don't need. In fact, I often don't carry what I DO need. But one thing that often finds its way into my super-light plastic bag of a backpack is my Switch 8. For days when I expect to use my phone for GPS functions or my GoPro to record how awesome my friends are, I can expect them to die. With the Switch 8, I can toss my dead GoPro in my pack's lid, connect it to the Switch 8, love that it takes up NO room, and have it charged before I get to the top of the next lap. This thing rules. If it didn't, I wouldn't use it. I can normally charge my GoPro or iPhone fully and still have charge leftover to help the other product. I've never had them both die, so I've never tried to use it to charge both. I bet it could. Sometimes I charge it with my Nomad 7, other times I use my computer's USB port. They both work great. You know what? One of the 4 blue charge-indicating LEDs didn't work when I received it. It's the 3rd one of 4, though, so it's still possible to tell if it's fully charged. If that's all I've got to complain about, I'm pretty stoked. @brodyleven SLC, Utah http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/81/40229497_329643_full.jpg /pwr/content/00/81/40229497_329643_thumbnail.jpg Charging all electronics for ski touring, Iceland Picture of Product Using Product 40361200 33984780 Approved 2013-04-26 1 0 web Unverified Can't do without! 5 Yes Charges Quickly Powerful Free From Ac Plugs Reliable Performance Long Lasting Good Value Value Oriented Business Travel Portable Electronics daily use recommended Great to use on a daily basis, no more stress to run out of battery! Easy to user with the solar panel or just your regular AC/USB plug (the best of both world). ChaseItOrBChased Paris, France http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/81/40361200_331198_full.jpg /pwr/content/00/81/40361200_331198_thumbnail.jpg Picture of Product 41398852 35189805 Approved 2013-05-24 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger 5 No Versitile Long Lasting Reliable Performance Powerful Good Value Quality Oriented Personal High-End Equipment Having Around The House Power Source For Firefly Emergency Equipment Charging Cell Phone Portable Electronics Travel recommended I have two and have given two as gifts. I use mine to charge my iPhone, iPad and with Fire Fly as my reading light and night light. It is also my go to flashlight. Love knowing that it is also a good light source in an emergency when powered by my Yeti solar system. Hildita Northridge, CA 3861543 order_id 13038 41423672 35208397 Approved 2013-05-25 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer A solid battery in true Goal Zero style. 5 No Long Lasting Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Powerful Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Travel Portable Electronics recommended As with all Goal Zero products I own, this is of equal quality and value. A great compoany to deal with today. Ernie the Gizmo Guy Santa Cruz, CA 3866928 order_id 13090 42046242 35851786 Approved 2013-06-17 0 0 web Unverified Doesn't recharge as advertised 1 Small No Charges slowly Short Life Lacks Power Didn't Power Phone Quality Oriented Personal not recommended I use the product to charge my phone when I do not have access to an outlet. When I use the switch 8 at full charge to charge my phone, I was only able to get about 60% charge on my phone before the switch 8 no longe has power. It does not charge my phone 3 times as advertised. My Phone was completely off the whole time and i'm very dissapointed with the switch8. Joe the engineer Indianapolis 42931130 36875384 Approved 2013-07-27 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger 4 No Great Device For My Ipod Powerful Reliable Good Value Charges Quickly Chrg Depress Activation Value Oriented Travel Portable Electronics Personal recommended I use the switch 8 product at work, for it provides continuous power source for my iPod Classic. Choo-Choo Augusta, Georgia 4028456 order_id 13830 42942227 36885347 Approved 2013-07-28 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Switch 8 4 Yes Good Value Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Travel Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Having Around The House Personal recommended we run down our phone battery on the go. We can keep going with this in hand. the horse lady Greenville, Tx 4028456 order_id 14085 43297082 37433704 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Very Handy... and Very powerful 5 No Reliable Performance Powerful Long Lasting Simple to Use Versitle Portable Charges slowly Quality Oriented Personal Cell Phones Portable Electronics Having Around The House Travel recommended this is just so handy. how many times does your cell phone die at the worst time... we have 4 of these and have them in backpacks and pocket books etc... when charged it will fully charge a dead iphone 5 or keep it going for hours. this is SO convenient on soccer fields and baseball games etc. makethegrade Philadelphia PA 43297162 37433817 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer take it everywhere! 5 Convenient Compact Affordable No Quality Oriented MP3 Player Cell Phone Personal recommended I take it everywhere in case I don't have a place to charge my phone. Love how small it is. Doesn't fully charge my smart phone, but wouldn't leave home without it. Joan on the go! Connecticut 43297266 37433911 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great compact power! 4 No Reliable Performance Compact Versatile Value Oriented Portable Electronics Travel Personal recommended For a short backpack or camping trip, this is the perfect way to recharge any electronic device via USB port. Just bring it along charged. I used it to recharge my phone overnight, and to partially recharge my Kindle. If the weather doesn't allow you to gather rays or the trip is short and you don't want to cart along your Nomad 7, it's the way to go! Exploring the CDT Teton Valley, ID 43297382 37433956 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great back-up battery 5 No Powerful Charges Quickly Good Value Long Lasting Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Business Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment High-End Equipment Having Around The House Travel recommended I carry this battery with me everyday and I about use it everyday as well. I can't say enough good things about this battery. Thanks Goal Zero!! CWayne Burbank, CA 43297381 37433994 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Fantastic Product!! 5 No Good Value Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics Travel Business recommended I really enjoy the Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger because I work in the hills and mountains most of the time and it's real convenient for me to charge my cell phone when I am not close to my vehicle, especially if it's an emergency situation. Love the product!! Moosebait69 Lava Hot Springs, Idaho 43297365 37434024 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Amazing battery backup! 4 Yes Long Lasting Good Value Portable Fits in pocket Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Small Powerful Not waterproof Quality Oriented Personal Charging My Phone recommended I have used Switch 8 multiple times to charge my iphone 5. It will take it from 10% to 100% in about the same time as plugging into the wall. Great for airports and trips. Even used it on the go to charge phone while in my pocket. King007 Orem, UT 43297470 37437851 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Outstanding Product!!! 5 No Powerful Long Lasting Good Value Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment recommended Works like advertised ConnMan66 Viginia 43299010 37442730 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Switch 8 - Backpacking and Travel 5 Charges Quickly Good Value Long Lasting Reliable Performance No Quality Oriented Personal Backpacking Travel recommended I've used this extensively when I travel abroad, domestically and on various backpacking trips. The size and weight are perfect for throwing into a pack and being assured that you'll have access to your iPhone if needed. It charges quickly and has enough juice for a full charge. I plug it into my computer or a USB wall device for charging, and I've also charged it with the Nomad 7 which worked perfectly. It's a great product and I'd highly recommend one of these. Kyle Logan, UT 43299152 37442867 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Switched to Switch! 5 No Reliable Powerful Long Lasting Charges Quickly Good Value Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Business Having Around The House Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics recommended I love it! I use it everyday as a way to have power on the go for my i phone and to give my tablet a boost. I take it everday on my daily jog. Also it just makes sense down here in Florida during Hurricane season. Soildly built and a quality product. Going to buy one for my niece in NY. Singersongwriter Boca Raton, Fl 43298235 37461673 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Pure Envy 5 No Reliable Performance Long Lasting Powerful Charges Quickly Good Value I Added A Small Carabiner Quality Oriented Personal recommended While on wildfire assignments I use the switch 8 to charge my cell phone and power the LED light bar in my tent. Useful when not in tent as well. Mikeonfire Colorado mostly 43299425 37486260 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer A must have 5 No Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Performance Good Value Lacks Power Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Travel Having Around The House recommended This is a must have if you travel a lot, packs enough juice to give your phone a good few charges. Compact in size and pretty light, you won't even notice it is there. However it does have the capacity to charge a ipad or other tablet. But it is nice to know that I have extra power when needed. Frank the tank Massapequa, NY 43300647 37488803 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Switch 8 5 Powerful Good Value Long Lasting Charges Quickly Reliable Performance No Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics High-End Equipment Having Around The House recommended The switch 8 is so convient for charging your cell when out and away from power. The small size is perfect for a mall bag or tucking into your glove box. We have used it many times when traveling, camping and even when just at home. Works great! The iPhone 4 generation is hard to charge with the switch 8. It is the iPhone that is the source of the problem. You need to work with it a little but it will charge. Recommend switch 8. Costal living Florence, Oregon 43300816 37496280 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great charger 5 No Powerful Reliable Performance Good Value Long Lasting Charges Quickly Pricey / Poor Value Quality Oriented Having Around The House Travel Portable Electronics Personal recommended This is a great portable charger. It charges quickly, and holds a charge well. I use it for regular travel, as well as camping and as a backup around the house. Very good product - very well made. I highly recommend it! cyberperk Houston, TX 43300909 37498323 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great product 4 No Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Good Value Long Lasting Charges slowly Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel Great on camping trips. Sparky Corpus Christi, TX 43314363 37499871 Approved 2013-08-15 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Awesome Device 5 Yes Charges Quickly Long Lasting Reliable Performance Short Life Quality Oriented Business Travel High-End Equipment Portable Electronics recommended Great device that is not too bulky to carry in a work bag everywhere you go in case you need extra power to get through the day. All the time I get asked what that is I am using. Zach Waukesha, WI 43320235 37503586 Approved 2013-08-15 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Not worried now, I have assurance. 5 Charges Quickly Good Value Reliable Performance No No Charge Level Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Travel recommended A few years ago, my husband suffered a stroke while vacationing far from home. I didn't think of grabbing my cell phone charger while climbing into the ambulance. I used up my battery calling family and friends requesting prayer. When we got to the hospital, I could not talk with family. I felt panic. I went asking all the nurses if they had the charger I needed. I don't have to worry about that happening again. With the Goal zero Switch 8 Recharger I can recharge anywhere without electricity. I carry it in my purse all the time. Thank you Goal Zero for that peace of mind. Kat Norman, OK 43992257 38385656 Approved 2013-09-14 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Nice and low profile, durable unit 4 No Long Lasting Reliable Performance Light Weight Low Profile Quality Oriented Personal Travel Backcountry Amateur Radio Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics Emergency Prepardness recommended Limited use so far, but used on the beach at a lighthouse during an amateur radio contest to keep an android phone charged for spotting contacts. KD7JB Snohomish, WA 4140529 order_id 15807 44031232 38428941 Approved 2013-09-17 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Love the Switch 8 5 Charges Quickly Good Value Long Lasting Reliable Performance Convenient Size No Quality Oriented Having Around The House Portable Electronics Travel Personal recommended We use the Switch 8 almost daily. Charge it outside in the sun when available and usually recharge a phone or ipad in the evening. If cloudy and I still have power left in the Escape 150 then I'll recharge from there to use to recharge a device. It's small, convenient, love the LED lights to give me an idea how much power is left and its very easy to use with USB connections to charge devices or to get recharged from the Nomad 7. Hope to get at least one more. DFreezer West Des Moines, IA 4152848 order_id 16172 44076112 38471694 Approved 2013-09-18 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Excellent product 4 No Reliable Performance Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Travel Portable Electronics recommended The Switch 8 recharger along with the Nomad 7 Solar Panel kept my smart phone in service during a four day music festival without the need for any other power supplies. Not only that, but I was able to keep two friends phone in service as well! These two devices along with a sunny weekend kept us powered up! live music lover Lynchburg, VA 4152848 order_id 16208 44636308 39086885 Approved 2013-10-12 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Nice unit within its limitations 4 No Portable Limited Quality Oriented Business Portable Electronics recommended The switch 8 is a nice unit within its limitations. The unit will give recharge most ordinary phones completely. However, newer smartphones are energy hogs and the available power from this unit will not recharge many of them completely. This unit was designed to supply a certain amount of amp hours and when buying one should take into account the energy needs of the device you are using. This device is not intended to power a tablet computer and I have heard many complaints from people who think it should. If your device needs more power, spend the money for a larger unit. I have a non-smartphone pay-as-you-go cellphone and this unit recharges it 3 times per charge. I have friends who have late generation smartphones that only get an 80% charge. Considering that without this unit, their phone would be dead, their whining about 80% is out of line. Personally, I like this product so much that I bought 2. I keep 1 charging in my Nomad 7 in my bedroom window and swap off every three days. My cellphone now runs completely off solar power. The Brick Seattle,WA 45454128 40075620 Approved 2013-11-15 0 0 web Verified Reviewer It works! 4 Charges Quickly Good Value Quality Built No Better Manual Or Guide Maybe Add A Flashlight Quality Oriented Travel Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Having Around The House Personal recommended I started out by charging it to a full charge using my Nomad 7. It was a bright clear day and it took 3-4 hours. I then let my Blackberry completely discharge so it wouldn't even turn on. I plugged it into the Switch 8 and it charged my Blackberry to 100% in under 2 hours. I don't know the exact time as I checked it at 1 hour and when I came back at 2 hours it was done. Great performance in my opinion and exceeded my expectations. I repeated it again using my iPhone 5. I did not get a full charge on the Switch 8 because it was a little cloudy that day and I got a late start charging the Switch 8. I got it charged to about 80% before I lost the sun. My iPhone was at about 3% battery life when I plugged it into the Switch 8. In less than 2 hours it was complete and the phone showed 87% battery. That was excellent in my book. The charger appears to be very well made with a metal case that functions to provide cooling while charging your device. I carry this with me to work so if either my work phone or personal phone begins to die I can get it going again. I'm in a lot of meetings and it can be difficult to be in any one place for long enough to get a phone charged plus who wants to carry around two different chargers. I usually use a USB charger to charge the Switch 8 back up, but I love having the solar panel in case we lose power or I am up in the mountains hiking or camping. I would love for Goal Zero to publish an extensive pamphlet on their products incorporating a guide to using their solar panels and solar in general. I think it's important for the user to better understand the products they are using and especially the care and feeding of their power packs. Most of the literature on solar power is a little deeper than the average consumer wants to dive into, but a lot of us would like more information than the rather skimpy guide that comes with the products. Troynm Albuquerque, New Mexico 46328068 41051842 Approved 2013-12-12 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Cool Design 5 Long Lasting Charges Quickly Good Value Reliable Performance Powerful Yes Quality Oriented Personal High-End Equipment Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Having Around The House Travel Great Product, easy to use and has a great design. People kept asking me about it. Jwill Provo, UT 4382862 order_id 17884 46602443 41264944 Approved 2013-12-20 0 1 web Unverified Zero 8 cable useless 1 No Personal USB cable totally useless, has outward flangs that don't allow it to be plugged into any USB port, not happy No nickname... Neil Charlotte NC 46807373 41477053 Approved 2013-12-28 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Goal Zero Battery Stick Charger 5 Yes Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics recommended Gift purchase. On The Go Central California 4419158 order_id 19559 46830735 41504834 Approved 2013-12-28 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Portable, lightweight, easy to charge 5 No Good Value Value Oriented Personal Having Around The House Portable Electronics Travel recommended very convenient Lucy Big Island, HI 4421141 order_id 19646 46835751 41508745 Approved 2013-12-29 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Lost 1st one, had to buy again ASAP. 5 No Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Travel recommended This is my 2nd one of these. I lost my first one unfortunately. The first time I used it was on a flight to Iceland (about 7.5 hours) for my IPOD audio books.. This thing is a MUST HAVE item for me anymore. I use it almost daily. I use a thin rubber twisty tie from Nite Ize products to keep a short USB cable attached to the Switch 8 at all times. Works like a charm. Glenn Tijeras, NM http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/81/46835751_397092_full.jpg /pwr/content/00/81/46835751_397092_thumbnail.jpg Switch 8 with IPOD cable wrapped with Nite Ize Using Product 4422748 order_id 19798 46884666 41582473 Approved 2013-12-30 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Not Very Impressed 2 No Better Than Nothing Small Lacks Power Inconsistent Performance Pricey / Poor Value Short Life Not worth the money Quality Oriented Personal Travel Emergency Equipment not recommended Does not hold a charge long. Does not charge fully. I bought 2 and neither performs well. They lose their charge after a week or two with no use. Never charge full either. They are better than nothing. I e-mailed Goal Zero about some issues with this product and did not get a reply. I own some other Goal Zero products but may reconsider buying anymore due to poor customer service. I will use them until they die but I would not recommend them to a friend. Matt Huntsville, Alabama 4410871 order_id 18893 47030809 41717732 Approved 2014-01-04 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer I would buy this product again. 5 No Love The Small Size Good Value Charges Quickly Personal Portable Electronics Charge Cell Phone On Go Travel recommended Use these products to charge cell phones while up camping. Used Nomad 7 on trip, just set on dash and charged using sun while traveling. Ornerina springville, Utah 4435336 order_id 20337 47036440 41720824 Approved 2014-01-04 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer love it but a combo with tips would make 5 Yes Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Light Weight And Compact Pricey Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics recommended I think the price is a little high when you can buy the guide ten plus instead. I bought both of these at the same time to compair. They have a flashlight tip for an additional price. I think for this price the flashlight tip should be included. Would make it a great selling item. But maybe the best we can hope for is a combo for discount. It does fit in my pocket and its light weight when I take my family to theme parks, mma tournaments and etc. I just don't agree with the price. Sorry goal zero. mmcaree orlando florida 4433067 order_id 20237 47185346 41860594 Approved 2014-01-09 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Really? 2 No Lacks Power Short Life Quality Oriented Personal not recommended Charged the Switch 8 to a full charge and the unit only gave my Samsung G3 about a 30% charge. Not a happy camper right now. Charlie New Orleans 47667694 42356694 Approved 2014-01-30 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Never leave home without it 5 Good Value No Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel Having Around The House Portable Electronics recommended as a back up when I'm hiking AC Pine Valley, Utah 4498117 order_id 20956 47681707 42388306 Approved 2014-01-30 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Awesome Product 4 No Good Value Reliable Performance Durable Handy Compact Charges slowly Quality Oriented Portable Electronics Travel Perfect For Biking Personal This is a good portable battery. Charges in a few hours, I keep it plugged in to the wall or my solar panel. This, along with the Nomad 7 make a good duo. The battery charges one of my devices on one charge. Can fully revive my phone or Itouch. If you want more from a portable battery, i suggest looking at the medium range stuff, this is the most minimal option. I went along with it for the convenience and price. High quality for the price but I wouldnt mind stepping up to a higher range portable battery. Lucidscorpio Temecula, Ca 4489959 order_id 20901 48212572 42930707 Approved 2014-02-24 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Low mAh, cannot swap out battery 2 No Portable Short Life Lacks Power Cannot Remove Battery Quality Oriented Personal Travel not recommended Needs a removable battery and compatibility with Li-ion 18650 batteries. This power pack is ok, but at 2200 mAh it does not have the capacity of other options. The latest Li-ion battery of equivalent size has 3600 mAh, a significantly larger capacity. Throw in an output of 5.0V/≦2.1A and the option to replace the battery and you'll have a great charger. Until then, I will not be recommending this to friends because there are too many other products with better capacity for a lower price. Pilot Florida 1119668 2012-12-18T15:42:04 PRE_SALE Arsentwo boise how do I get different switch tips. 954577 2013-01-09T15:53:58 true false http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/154/Firefly-USB-Light/6:6/ there they are! 1120725 2012-12-19T09:09:51 PRE_SALE Len Tucson, AZ Do the adapters and USB cables come with the battery? 948853 2013-01-04T14:18:20 true false It does come with a USB extension. We do not have an AC adapter in the kit. 1120728 2012-12-19T09:11:10 PRE_SALE love to portage hamilton ontario canada Can you recharge the switch 8 using the smaller nomad 3.5 panel? 954571 2013-01-09T15:52:02 true false Yes you can! You can charge it from any USB source. 946112 2013-01-02T16:20:44 false false Varoum Monatréal, Canada Yes http://www.goalzero.com/creative/assets/guides/switch8.pdf 1120857 2012-12-19T10:35:25 PRE_SALE Jan Martinez, CA If I already own a goal zero solar panel, can I just purchase the solar recharger. I guess I need to know which portable solar panels can this Switch 8 be used with? 954567 2013-01-09T15:51:02 true false Yes you can! 1120922 2012-12-19T11:12:41 PRE_SALE JL NJ Is this compatible with my existing Guide 10 Plus system? 954563 2013-01-09T15:50:19 true false Yes it is, you can charge one from the other and vice-versa. They will both charge from the Nomad 7. 1121323 2012-12-19T15:23:36 PRE_SALE Boib Bend, Oregon can I recharge my icom li-ion battery pack ( 9.4 v 1500 ah ) bp-217 from my radio with one of your Solar 8 recharger units . If so what model unit would I need???? 948547 2013-01-04T12:08:09 true false From the specs you have provided you will be able to give it a boost. It will also need to charge up via USB. 1130998 2012-12-27T01:14:23 PRE_SALE JL 24151 Will this work with the Nomad 7 solar panel? If so how long will the recharge take? Also is it linkable? Thanks, VA Fan 948120 2013-01-04T07:46:12 true false Yes! You can charge the Switch 8 Form the Nomad 7. It will charge in about 2 hours in good conditions. They will have the ability to link in the future. 1132716 2012-12-27T17:50:47 PRE_SALE Cwilliamson Texas When charging my Switch 8 for the first time it got exstremly hot to the point to where it was hard to handel. Is this normal? 946143 2013-01-02T16:40:43 true false If you could contact us at email@example.com or call us at 888-794-6250 with more details we can better assist you in this situation. 1132799 2012-12-27T18:38:55 PRE_SALE Pruthvi NJ Will this work with Nomad 7 Solar Panel? 946140 2013-01-02T16:39:42 true false Yes the new Switch 8 will work with the Nomad 7 panel. It will also work with all our other Nomad panels through the USB. 1133887 2012-12-28T11:25:15 PRE_SALE sid courtenay bc canadian what is the life of the Switch 8 Recharger 947184 2013-01-03T12:37:05 true false Gear Pro We recommend using your devices at least monthly which will act as your maintenance for your device and will allow your device to have a long life. The battery inside can be used for around 500-1000 cycles ( each cycle is from full to empty) Thanks for your great question! 1134213 2012-12-28T14:40:37 PRE_SALE Walt Simi Valley, CA Just purchased a Nomad 7 and would like to purchase a rechargeable battery or battery pack. Can you let me know which of your products are compatible with the nomad 7 unit? Thanks, 946110 2013-01-02T16:19:30 false false Varoum Montréal http://www.goalzero.com/creative/assets/guides/switch8.pdf 946081 2013-01-02T15:53:18 true false The battery packs that are compatible with the Nomad 7 will be the Guide 10 Plus and the new Switch 8. Hope that answers your question. 1144591 2013-01-03T18:08:57 PRE_SALE Varoum Montréal Canada How many Switch 8 can you link together? If, let say, 4 Switch 8 are linked, which solar panel will charge them best? 27? 954099 2013-01-09T12:11:33 true false Yes you can us the 27, but the 7 or 13 will have the same effect. 1152304 2013-01-08T06:15:53 PRE_SALE Jim Virginia Beach, VA The description says that "interchangeable tips" are available, but sold separately. Where can a list / descriptio of these tip be found? 953931 2013-01-09T10:25:57 true false They will be available on the site in the next few weeks! So keep an eye on the site! 1160813 2013-01-13T10:32:23 PRE_SALE matt where are the interchangable tips? 1303168 2013-10-05T19:07:14 false false PO'd customer USA This is NOT an interchangeable tip! It is a standard usb connection that you already had. Where are the interchangeable tips that screw on in place of the usb connections? 958721 2013-01-14T09:21:20 true false We do have some available on our site now! Here is the link. http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/154/Firefly-USB-Light/6:6/ we will have m ore available in the future. 1161010 2013-01-13T12:14:57 PRE_SALE Oso Bakersfield ca..... Can the switch recharger be recharged by the nomad 7/ guide 10 ?????? I have NOMAD 7 and am waiting for the Sherpa 50 ... To go on sale Thank you Jo P 958224 2013-01-13T21:50:26 false false Community Answer None Any device with a USB port can charge this device. 958716 2013-01-14T09:18:32 true false Yes it can! It can charge by any USB source. 1166504 2013-01-16T14:51:00 PRE_SALE Goal Zero Fan Is the Switch 8 Recharger able to recharge an Ipad 4/Iphone5 with the Lightning connector? 962289 2013-01-16T15:10:32 false false Community Answer None It does have a USB out but its amperage is to low for a rapid recharge but it will recharge a smart phone in 1 hour. 970878 2013-01-23T10:06:30 true false Yes they can. You will want to use the USB charge cord that some with those devices. 1168244 2013-01-17T16:15:01 PRE_SALE Roger Honolulu, Hawaii Since the USB output is 1.0A, is it safe to assume that the Switch 8 will charge an iPhone (4S or 5)? 964129 2013-01-17T17:41:03 false false Community Answer None Yes the Switch 8 Recharger will charge either the iPhone 4S or 5 models. 972794 2013-01-24T13:08:36 true false Great question! Yes your assumption is correct and the Switch 8 will charge the Iphone 4S and 5 1177595 2013-01-23T15:42:55 PRE_SALE NannerAirCraft Minnesota How much mah does this battery hold? And is it more than the guide 10 battery pack? 972000 2013-01-24T03:30:03 false false Community Answer None The Switch 8 cell is 8w/3.6v=2200 mah. The Guide 10 (4 AA batteries) is 10w/4.8v=2083mah. The Switch 8 has 117 mah more than the Guide 10. That is about a 5% difference. 1070051 2013-03-21T12:40:20 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Switch 8 holds 2200 mAH 1212005 2013-01-29T21:42:41 PRE_SALE Canada Glendale, CA Will this charge my Lenovo tablet 1007523 2013-01-30T00:45:38 false false Community Answer None The Switch 8 will charge your tablet. It has the same output charging specification as a Lenovo tablet compatible charger. 1070317 2013-03-21T16:51:18 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! This will not fully charge your Lenovo tablet, but it will give it a power boost due to it only storing 8 watts of power. 1213116 2013-01-30T15:17:56 PRE_SALE wolf vancouver, B.C. Would this product be compatable with charging the Samsung Galaxy III smartphone? Thanks. 1008218 2013-01-30T17:40:56 false false Community Answer None The Switch 8 Re charger powers many things including Smartphones, Cell Phones, MP3 Players, and also Tablets and E readers. 1071178 2013-03-22T12:13:12 true false Yea!! the Switch 8 is designed to work with all phone types out there. 1216241 2013-02-01T15:37:56 PRE_SALE Jay 33184 I need to charge solar AAA Bateries NI-CD 400Ah. Can I use any Battery Charger made for AAA recharchable batteries? or a specific charger for solar batteries is required. 1011714 2013-02-01T17:13:48 false false Community Answer None You should be able to use any battery charger designed for this size battery that is compatible with Nickel-Cadmium batteries; you should note, most rechargers and rechargeable batteries are of the lithium-ion type. 1016042 2013-02-05T12:27:29 true false You will need to be sure that the chargers are set to Ni-CD specs. our charges are set to NiMH specs. So you will not want to use our chargers. 1229115 2013-02-10T05:44:08 PRE_SALE jayjay Germany Is it possible to charge it from Nomad 3.5 and charge a device at the same time? 1021154 2013-02-10T07:16:06 false false Community Answer None A Nomad 3.5 is capable of charging another device at the same time as long as the wattage isn't over what your Nomad recharger provides. 1087933 2013-04-05T12:47:26 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Nomad 3.5 will charge the Switch 8 just fine, however to maintain a charge the same time you are using the Switch 8 you want to make sure the wattage isn't over the Nomad 3.5 watt range. 1232897 2013-02-12T13:27:57 PRE_SALE DC Park City UT Can the Switch 8 charge an iPad mini? 1024516 2013-02-12T14:36:31 false false Community Answer None This product was designed to charge a smartphone or similar device. 1025994 2013-02-13T14:25:35 true false Yes it can! 1238845 2013-02-16T13:02:26 PRE_SALE lost_bone Pillager,MN I need to know what "mAh" is it 5600 mAh? pls let me know thanks 1029504 2013-02-16T22:18:06 false false Community Answer None The Switch 8 Recharger has an output of approximately 4000 mAh. 1157808 2013-06-05T10:36:19 true false The Switch 8 has a 2200 mAh capacity. 1242182 2013-02-18T14:24:56 PRE_SALE Betty Prescott, AZ Will this work with my existing Nomad7 - Lighthouse - rock out speakers - and charge my iPad and cell phone? 1032474 2013-02-19T09:33:32 false false Community Answer None Yes the Switch 8 Recharger is compatible with your current Nomad 7 and will charge all the items you listed (not all at once). 1160538 2013-06-07T11:08:15 true false The Switch 8 can accept a charge from the Nomad 7 and Lighthouse Lantern. Additionally, the Switch 8 can charge a Rock Out Speaker and cell phone. We do not recommend charging a tablet from any of these devices. 1242736 2013-02-18T19:26:18 PRE_SALE lost_bone Pillager,MN how many time of charger that switch 8 can charger to smartphone? 1036838 2013-02-22T16:36:04 true false It depends, each phone can be different. However typically you can expect 1-2 recharges. 1243755 2013-02-19T12:28:56 PRE_SALE Jim Ft Myers, FL Will this power my Garmin Oregon 400T hand-held GPS? And where are the cords to adapt it? Thanks. JM 1036824 2013-02-22T16:24:40 true false The only output on the Switch is a USB. What kind of charging capabilities do you have? Please contact us at email@example.com for more info and help. 1247015 2013-02-21T09:52:29 PRE_SALE Pete Gilbert, AZ Everything I've seen on the Switch 8 talks about phones... but at 2.2mAH and 1A output, it should be able to charge an iPad 2 as well as the Guide 10 Plus does, yes? thanks! 1035391 2013-02-21T16:50:02 false false Community Answer None Yes, you can definitely use this product to charge an iPad 2. 1036712 2013-02-22T15:25:44 true false Yes you can also Charge up a tablet. Let us know if you have any other questions. 1253164 2013-02-25T05:58:24 PRE_SALE Thor Rhode Island I am interested in a Switch 8 battery for travel. Does this have enough capacity/ output to charge an Ipad? If it can charge the Ipad, to what extent? Fully or partial? If only partial to what percentage, roughly? 1040663 2013-02-26T05:48:32 false false Community Answer None Yes the Switch 8 Recharger does have a enough power to charge an iPad using the standard USB port, not the mini port. 1160719 2013-06-07T13:48:43 true false The Switch 8 is not powerful enough to charge an iPad. 1253374 2013-02-25T07:57:30 PRE_SALE Dave Vail, CO Will this work with an iphone5? 1040306 2013-02-25T17:06:30 false false Community Answer None Yes, this will charge any smartphone in about an hour. 1160721 2013-06-07T13:50:54 true false The Switch 8 can charge an iPhone 5 approximately 1 1/2 times. 1259636 2013-02-28T12:26:24 PRE_SALE XX Sometimes when I plug my Switch 8 to the cord I use to charge my phone (Pantech Marauder), the Switch will begin charging my phone (the charging symbol on the battery icon on my phone will appear) but then inexplicably stop charging the phone--and I had just fully charged the Switch the night before, so I don't think lack of juice is the problem. This has happened several times. My husband gave me the Switch for Christmas and I was thrilled, but now I don't feel like bothering with it since it's so unreliable. Also, is it true that when the Switch is charging through one of my PC's USB ports, once it is fully charged you must disconnect it, or it will begin losing its charge? My son told me this but it makes no sense to me. Thanks for your help. Last (sorry for all the questions), what is the little black button for? 1046978 2013-03-02T17:19:10 false false Community Answer None Check to see if the cable is loose sometimes the cables can wiggle and lose connection try reconnecting it and seeing if the charging light appears on your phone. Your son is half correct once its fully charged it will stop charging to prevent damaging the battery. At that point it wont matter if it stays connected or not. As far as discharging technically all battery's discharge ever so slowly when not being charged and over time this will lower battery life. No battery will last indefinitely. 1160812 2013-06-07T15:07:16 true false Please contact us by emailing firstname.lastname@example.com or dial 888.794.6250 for troubleshooting steps or a warranty claim. Yes, the Switch 8 can charge through any USB port. Everything is regulated, so there is no need to unplug it. When the black button is pressed, the blue led lights should come on to indicate where the battery is at in a charge. 1268005 2013-03-05T12:27:42 PRE_SALE Jeff McHenry, IL Can I charge the Switch 8 with my Nomad 7 solar panel? 1052343 2013-03-06T15:22:07 false false Community Answer None Yes, it should take 3-6 hours to recharge with the Nomad 7. 1073843 2013-03-25T10:20:31 true false Yes. You would definitely get a faster charge out of it! 1268331 2013-03-05T15:29:33 PRE_SALE ryan From a dead iPhone 4 how much battery percentage will it provide? For example most portable power sources provide %80 in 4 hours. For this product, how much battery percentage will it provide in 4 hours for an iPhone 4? 1052889 2013-03-07T07:51:16 false false Community Answer None This will charge up to about 75% in four hours. 1073751 2013-03-25T09:59:13 true false By the 3rd hour, the Switch should have fully (100%) charged the iPhone 4. 1274981 2013-03-09T13:18:31 PRE_SALE Johnny CA Can I carry multiple batteries rather than recharging by solar? I am going camping and am worried that I may not have adequate sunlight for a recharge. 1079576 2013-03-29T13:32:56 true false Yes you can! 1056264 2013-03-10T16:10:00 false false Community Answer None That is a very good idea. Take as many charged batteries as you think your will need and recharge them at home at your convenience. 1297368 2013-03-22T13:23:59 PRE_SALE maliek jordan can I use Ni-cad batteries and any other type of batteries instead of lithium-ion batteries? 1078369 2013-03-28T13:48:45 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The switch 8 has a built in Lithium ion battery that can't removed. 1143877 2013-05-23T09:48:57 false false Moss in the Stewpot USA Ni-cad batteries don't hold as much charge (for a given weight of battery) as Lithium ion. Also, Cadmium (the "cad" in Ni-cad) is a nasty, toxic, heavy metal so you shouldn't throw them away in a landfill or lose them in the wild. NiMH (nickel-metal hydride) are far more environmentally friendly and perform about the same as Ni-Cad, but they're still inferior to lithium if your goal is to max out total charge you can store. As far as I can tell, Goal Zero has Lithium ion in the "Switch 8" but uses NiMH "AA" batteries in the other small power pack. Pick your poison. Having the energy placed right into an "AA" battery might be just what you need, or, if you're like me, you really only care about getting a phone to function and that application favors the Li-ion Switch 8. I do use AA batteries in a water purifier, but I just take 4 replacement batteries with me! 1300365 2013-03-24T12:56:55 PRE_SALE glenn la will the Switch 8 Recharger work with the guide 10 plus? 1077182 2013-03-27T15:47:26 true false Yes you can charge one to another. 1305638 2013-03-27T12:02:18 PRE_SALE Lynn Bountiful, UT Can I charge the switch 8 power pack at home via power outlet? Do I have to charge it with a solar pack? I also have the same question for the Guide 10 Plus power pack. 1077643 2013-03-28T07:06:21 false false Community Answer None The Switch 8 Power Pack and the Guide 10 Plus can be charged with the built in usb port or with the optional solar charger. There are many 110 (home wall outlet) chargers on the market that has a USB charging port on them, check your cell phone charger for example. So, although the product itself will not plug straight into to your home outlet, you should have no trouble finding a charger that is USB capable. Check your local electronics store. 1077975 2013-03-28T09:37:02 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Switch 8 and Guide 10 Plus is best charged with a USB power source, such as your laptop computer or other power pack, or just through a solar panel. However if you have a wall charger adapter you can charge them that way as well, but it may cause the battery packs to get warm because it's pushing 110V through a USB plug. 1314021 2013-04-02T08:08:53 PRE_SALE Jon I'm having trouble charging my iPhone 3GS from the Switch 8 battery -- I get a "device not supported" error. I saw a few random mentions of iPhone problems in the FAQ, but they all seem to involve charging directly from a solar panel, rather than from an intermediate battery, such as the Switch. Also, most of the problems seem to involve the iPhone 4, not the 3GS. Is there something I'm doing wrong, or is the Switch not capable of charging ANY version of the iPhone? 1088105 2013-04-05T14:22:28 true false You will want to give it the Indian Burn. Twist then end caps back and forth for about ten seconds, that should help the caps to get batter contact to the battery and give you the output needed. Let us know if you still have issues after that. 1322677 2013-04-07T14:29:46 PRE_SALE Joe Boise, ID Can I charge my Switch 8's, off a 110 outlet in my home? 1090131 2013-04-08T08:05:00 true false That's a great question! If you have a USB to wall adapter you can charge it directly from the wall, otherwise you will have to go through a USB port. Enjoy! 1089844 2013-04-08T06:01:19 false false Community Answer None The Switch 8 does not recharge from a normal outlet. It can be charged connected using a usb. 1373631 2013-05-09T13:53:42 PRE_SALE LennyK NYC Will my Nomad 10 charge this? And if I get the Shepra 50 Kit, will the Nomad 13 charge this? 1129924 2013-05-10T08:09:39 false false Community Answer None Yes both are capable of charging this. 1174827 2013-06-19T15:38:20 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Nomad 7 and the Nomad 13 will both charge the Switch 8 just fine. Each one of those panels come with a USB port that you can connect your Switch 8 to. 1381039 2013-05-14T20:08:19 PRE_SALE QuestionnAnswer Can I charged the switch 8 from my Gen 1 nomad 27, 13.5(No USB port) chained together from the cigarette lighter with a USB adapter? Will it damaged the switch 8? How long will it take to charge the switch 8 in this way? 1135369 2013-05-15T13:28:43 false false Community Answer None The switch 8 can be charged using a USB port or a Nomad. 1174347 2013-06-19T11:44:50 true false Thanks for contacting Goal! You can charge the Switch 8 from the Nomad 27 with the USB plug and if you have the 12V USB adapter for a USB that is also a possibility. Charge times depend on the weather, but on average you can charge the Switch 8 with those panels in roughly 1-2 hours 1384367 2013-05-16T22:52:22 PRE_SALE Yonkdaddy Redwood City CA I just got a new Switch 8. I have used it twice and given it two charge cycles. When charging, the first two blue indicator lights go on, and the third light blinks. But the number of indicator lights never increments to indicate an increasing charge level. That third light just blinks continuously. After about 4 hours of charging, I unplugged the unit and pushed the check button..lt indicated a full charge. But it seems that the device should tell me its charging status. Is this normal for this device or is there something wrong? 1137008 2013-05-17T05:22:46 false false Community Answer None This product is operating normal. 1207613 2013-07-18T14:31:14 true false It seems as though the device is charging properly. You can contact our Support Team at email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 for more help. 1384422 2013-05-17T02:52:18 PRE_SALE Haakon Norway My Switch 8 will only charge my iPhone 4s up to 70%. Your marketing says it will charge about two times. Is it something wrong with it? 1137035 2013-05-17T05:40:37 false false Community Answer None There could be a problem. It should charge your phone. Go through the troubleshooting section of the directions. If that dosent help, product may need to be exchanged. 1207614 2013-07-18T14:32:14 true false You need to turn off all apps and/or power off your phone while charging. You can also contact our Support Team at firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 1386276 2013-05-18T11:43:12 PRE_SALE Nathan United States Will I need additional adapters to charge the iPhone 4? Or will my regular iPhone usb cord work fine? 1138425 2013-05-18T21:09:16 false false Community Answer None If you want to charge the phone using a computer, the regular iPhone USB cord will work fine. However, if you do not have a computer handy, you can charge the phone using a USB adapter which should have been included with the iPhone. The Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger is if you don't have any power source and plugs straight into the USB cord. 1207671 2013-07-18T15:11:30 true false The USB cord that came with your phone should work great! 1392082 2013-05-22T11:51:25 PRE_SALE ForumForensics I just bought a Switch 8 Recharger, and upon opening the package I pressed the charge indicator button and only 3 of the 4 lights came on. I plugged it into my iPhone 4S any way, I knew that I wouldn't get a full charge from it, but it seemed to get depleted even faster then I was expecting. So I plugged the Switch 8 into my Apple USB Wall Adapter to charge over night. I let my iPhone get down to about 6% before plugging it into the fully charged Switch 8, and it only charged my phone to about 80% before the Switch 8 was depleted. I have two questions: 1) On a fully charged Switch 8 Recharger, how many times can you fully charge an iPhone before needing to recharge the Switch 8? (I read a review that stated that Goal Zero claims the Switch 8 can fully charge two smartphones, even though I cannot find any such information on this site). 2) If Switch 8 should be able to charge two smartphones on a single charge, does this mean my device is defective & needs replacement? Thanks! 1208947 2013-07-19T13:06:05 true false You can charge a iPhone once from the Switch 8 - it depends on the smart phone battery capacity on how many times the Switch will charge it. You will want to ensure that the apps are all closed and/or power off the phone. If the phone is using power while you are charging it will consume more. 1402588 2013-05-29T20:54:27 PRE_SALE Mack Can you plug two switch 8 together to get more battery life ?? 1150594 2013-05-30T03:15:51 false false Community Answer None No, they need to be used separately. 1183582 2013-06-27T14:01:06 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! We are coming out with attachments in the future to make that happen. 1417319 2013-06-08T20:21:31 PRE_SALE Doug Fredericksburg, VA I recently bought a Nomad 3.5 with a Switch power pack. I can't seem to get the Switch to charge via either the solar panel or USB. I've plugged the 3.5 panel into my Guide 10 pack (different purchase) and it seems to charge fine. I just can't seem to get the Switch to charge. Any ideas on what else I can try to get it to charge? Thanks. 1161491 2013-06-08T20:31:35 false false Community Answer None Sounds like the product is defective, just return it for replacement. 1177332 2013-06-21T14:21:19 true false Thank you for contacting GoalZero.You can try and unscrew the top cap and twist back and forth to check for corrosion. We have a one year warranty and if this does not work you can email us the proof of purchase with your mailing address & contact number and we will send you a replacement. 1418060 2013-06-09T13:00:37 PRE_SALE Rick Petaluma,ca can the Switch 8 be used with the Nomad 13 solar panel? Specifically can I charge the switch 8 with Nomad 13? 1161810 2013-06-09T14:37:30 false false Community Answer None Yes the Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger can be used with the Nomad 13 Solar Panel. With the proper Goal Zero switch tip the Nomad 13 can be used to charge the Switch 8. 1175522 2013-06-20T08:55:34 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Nomad 13 will charge the Switch 8. 1421324 2013-06-11T13:37:20 PRE_SALE KW huntington beach ca Hey, was wondering if this would charge a kindle? Also would this run 2 life lights? and for how long? Thanks Jeff 1164697 2013-06-11T13:47:52 false false Community Answer None It will charge the kindle but will not work with life lights. 1175993 2013-06-20T13:09:17 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Switch 8 does not have a connection to the Light-a-Lifes. The Switch 8 will give an energy boost to your Kindle, not a full charge. 1426969 2013-06-15T13:30:30 PRE_SALE Brian San Jose, CA Will this work with the female cigarette adapter for the Nomad 7 to charge a Nikon EN-EL15 battery? The battery's specs are "1900mAh 7.0V". If not, what products would you recommend to charge this battery in a longterm backpacking scenario where lightweight is key? Thank you! 1171618 2013-06-17T16:26:59 false false Community Answer None The Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger cannot be used to charge a 1900mAh battery at 7.0 volts. If you contact Goal Zero customer service at 1-888-794-6250 (Monday-Friday 6 am-6 pm MST) they can provide you with a specific product recommendation to best meet your needs. 1175890 2013-06-20T12:05:57 true false No, this battery is much too powerful for the Switch 8 battery itself. 1465498 2013-07-15T10:25:01 PRE_SALE Talyon Drake Virginia After fully depleting my switch 8 and pressing the black button I am getting no charge. As soon as I plug in the switch 8 to charge, the indicator lights say there is already a 50% charge. Does this mean that my switch 8 is no longer holding a full charge? And how could I fix this? 1205796 2013-07-17T10:31:08 true false To resolve this issue, loosen the caps slightly, then twist them back and forth about 30 times to create friction. This will remove any build up that gets between the connector pins within the unit. If this is not the solution to your issue, please contact us at 888.794.6250 or email email@example.com 1475361 2013-07-21T16:47:52 PRE_SALE Dave How many mah it's the goal zero switch 8? 1212653 2013-07-23T08:40:44 false false Community Answer None The Goal Zero Switch 8's battery is rated at 2200 mAh. 1215802 2013-07-25T08:34:08 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Switch 8 is a 2200mAh battery. 1478363 2013-07-23T12:42:43 PRE_SALE chuck chowchilla, CA just got the switch and have nomad 7 and 13.5 was wondering what other accessories are coming out for this since you can unscrew both ends? 1213627 2013-07-23T14:36:47 false false Community Answer None The Goal Zero Switch has different caps that can be attached allowing for charging of devices via USB, mini USB, micro USB and Apple charger. In addition, new accessories will include a CREE LED, allowing the Switch to work as a rechargeable flashlight, and a UV water purification tip. 1215264 2013-07-24T16:29:04 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Switch 8 will soon have two separate Light attachments to go along with it. One being a Bolt light attachment and the other being a light band that will have three light settings. 1483296 2013-07-26T12:10:32 PRE_SALE zsulli will a nomad 3.5 panel sufficiently charge this device? 1219952 2013-07-29T09:03:50 false false Community Answer None Yes, the User Guide for the Nomad 3.5 Portable Solar Panel recommends using it with the Switch 8. 1220778 2013-07-29T14:34:33 true false Yes. It takes 6-12 hours depending on weather conditions. The Nomad 7 is a better experience but it will definitely work with the Nomad 3.5. 1504046 2013-08-07T22:05:20 PRE_SALE Piggyback San Diego, CA Could I charge the Switch 8 with the nomad 3.5 solar charger while charging my phone off the Switch 8? While backpacking or bikepacking, I would like to have it all piggybacked and have less downtime on the charge. Thanks. 1233282 2013-08-08T03:51:30 false false Community Answer None Yes, the Nomad 3.5 Solar Charger can charge the Switch 8 while it is charging another device. However, the 3.5 is explained on the site as being very slow compared to other products. 1233668 2013-08-08T08:44:12 true false Yes you can definitely charge the Switch 8 while charging your phone. Keep in mind the Nomad 3.5 is only bringing in up to 3.5 watts an hour and will likely take an extended period of time to charge both devices. 1510468 2013-08-12T07:34:50 PRE_SALE Just Some Guy Southern NH From the specifications, I'm guessing there is a 18650 Li-ion battery inside the Goal Zero Switch 8. Any chance you can make it so the battery is user replaceable? That would increase its value to me. 1238721 2013-08-12T14:14:03 true false Unfortunately, the Switch 8 battery is built in and not user replaceable. It is a lithium ion battery and with proper maintenance should last hundreds of cycles. 1520446 2013-08-17T21:52:36 PRE_SALE Zach Brand new switch 8, fully charged. Will not charge my iPhone 5 at all, never even beeps indicating it's plugged in. It will however charge my wife's iPhone 4S. Any ideas? I've unscrewed the end and retightened several times with no luck. 1246913 2013-08-19T08:32:46 true false The Switch 8 can charge the iPhone 5. I would try turning off your phone and all your applications. If you are still having trouble, please contact our Support Team at firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 and we can troubleshoot with you. 1245676 2013-08-17T23:00:22 false false Community Answer None A customer review states "It doesn't charge my iPhone 5 completely, only 85% from a dead battery while in airplane mode". Apparently this is not unusual with this item. See if you can return it. 1523456 2013-08-19T16:04:01 PRE_SALE Tess Can I use this on my iPhone 5? So excited to try. 1248559 2013-08-20T08:00:44 true false Yes the Switch 8 can recharge your iPhone 5. We recommend turning off all applications and/or powering off your phone while charging 1247946 2013-08-19T16:54:23 false false Community Answer None Using the USB port the Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger is compatible with the iPhone 5. 1531677 2013-08-24T10:09:28 PRE_SALE Lottie Mesa, AZ Will Switch 8 work with iPad 2? 1256164 2013-08-26T13:08:34 true false The Switch 8 will give your iPad 2 a 20% boost. The Switch 8 has 8 watts of power. The iPad 2 requires 35 watts of power to fully charge. 1540740 2013-08-29T15:34:01 PRE_SALE Carie Florida Hi, will this work with a go pro 2? And if so, how many charges would I get out of it before having to recharge the product again? Thanks! 1261693 2013-08-30T13:12:46 true false A fully charged Switch 8 should fully charge the Go Pro 2 twice. The Go Pro 2 battery is 3.7V 1100 mAh so it requires 4 watts to fully charge once. 1260730 2013-08-29T17:02:33 false false Community Answer None The Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger will work with the Go Pro 2. However, the length of time before recharging will vary depending on how the camera is being used, if Wi-Fi is being used and conditions. 1541122 2013-08-29T19:52:32 PRE_SALE Johnnie Salinas, CA. i bought the Switch 8 Recharger for the Nomad 7 Solar Panel and I'm wondering once the charger is fully charged will all four blue led go off? 1264236 2013-09-03T09:42:02 true false The lights stay on as long as a charging device is detected 1547632 2013-09-03T00:44:56 PRE_SALE HowardStark Garden Grove The Switch 8 charges my iPhone 4 with ease but it sucks power from my HTC One. Why is this happening? 1265168 2013-09-04T07:44:43 true false Please contact our Support Team at email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 and we can assist you. 1548853 2013-09-03T14:59:21 PRE_SALE Edward Bayville, NJ From a dead zero how long will take to charge my Samsung S3 smartphone 1284397 2013-09-19T08:48:18 true false The Switch 8 should charge your Samsung S3 in a few hours. The output is 5 watts per hour. The same amount of time it would take to charge from your laptop. 1268471 2013-09-06T15:17:28 false false Community Answer None The Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger should fully charge a smartphone in approximately one hour. 1556766 2013-09-08T11:39:10 PRE_SALE yogibimbi How weather-/waterproof is the Switch 8? 1289249 2013-09-23T15:29:31 true false The Switch 8 is weather resistant. We do not recommend getting it wet as water and electricity do not mix well. If you do get any parts wet please let them dry out completely before using. 1586761 2013-09-26T16:19:08 PRE_SALE Steve Julian, Ca. I bought the Switch 8 kit to recharge my devices. It works on everything except my smartphone a Casio GZ one Commando. It recognizes the charger as a USB connection but doesn't charge. Should it work with this phone? Thanks 1304776 2013-10-07T09:53:05 true false The Switch 8 should work according to the specs for your Casio GZ One Commando You can try turning off all applications and even powering off the phone and see if it charges. If not, you can contact our Support Team at firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 and we can assist you. 1293467 2013-09-27T02:45:30 false false Community Answer None It probably should. You should contact customer service to receive help with your charger. 1588257 2013-09-27T16:52:07 PRE_SALE Steve I found an answer to the charging problem with my GZone Commando that may solve other peoples issues. Use a charge only usb cord. Mine came with one of those multi port home chargers. 1304876 2013-10-07T10:37:11 true false Thank you so much for posting this information! We are glad to hear the Switch is now charging your GZone Commando. 1593140 2013-09-30T20:24:59 PRE_SALE Ken United States There are 4 blue lights on the Switch 8, the 4th light continues to blink. When is the switch 8 completely charged? Will the lights stop blinking, or do the blinking lights mean it is still charging up? 1305359 2013-10-07T15:39:16 true false The blinking light means it is connected to a charging source. It will continue to blink and trickle charge even when fully charged. Remove the Switch 8 from a charging source and press the side button and it will give you a reading on the charge state. 1627200 2013-10-21T17:02:38 PRE_SALE Jim If I start with a fully charged Switch 8 and use it down to a remaining 75% charge and then recharge it; will this reduce the Switch 8's charging capacity? 1324188 2013-10-23T09:58:07 true false No it will not reduce the charging capacity. The best maintenance for a lithium ion battery is to run shorter cycles. 1702002 2013-11-30T20:52:01 PRE_SALE Chris I just got a switch 8 recharger, but it won't work with my apple device. I made sure it was fully charged, and tested it on my android device and it worked. What do I do? 1423749 2014-01-13T14:36:44 true false You could try using the Smart USB adapter, http://www.goalzero.com/p/200/usb-smart-adapter/28:4/. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact us directly at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1730930 2013-12-13T13:59:12 PRE_SALE Ami NOLA Is it possible to use the Smartphone while it is being recharged by the Switch 8? I'm looking for a device that I can plug into my Samsung Galaxy when I see the battery is getting low so that I could continue talking/using it while traveling without hunting down an airport wall outlet. Thanks! 1427627 2014-01-16T12:51:59 true false You can use your smartphone while charging it from the Switch 8. If we can further assist you, please feel free to reach out to either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1393025 2013-12-13T14:08:24 false false Community Answer None Yes, you can keep talking or using your phone while recharging. 1731214 2013-12-13T17:08:51 PRE_SALE jjb I will be traveling via Airplane and have to pass through security.Can I bring the Goal Zero Swtich 8 Recharger on the Airplane in my Carry On Bag or do I have to check the charger in?? 1478374 2014-03-07T11:14:03 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! Our battery packs are all recommended to be brought as carry-on. Although it shouldn't have a problem getting on a plane, as it meets the requirements for airline safety. 1407253 2013-12-29T07:49:50 false true Glenn Tijeras, NM I have flown with mine at least 8 times. Zero issues. 1744926 2013-12-21T15:23:33 PRE_SALE Will When the switch 8 is chained with another switch 8 does it change the output for amps or does just mean there is more watts per hour? also is does chaining two switch 8 make them in parallel or in series? Could two switch 8's charge a 10 watt device? Thank you for your time. 1478635 2014-03-07T13:27:45 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! When you chain two Switch 8 rechargers, it only increases the amps of the battery so it will only increase your run time. It does not increase the wattage of the output. 1402696 2013-12-23T10:38:13 false false Community Answer None The Switch 8 is chained in parellel. When a Switch 8 is chained with another Switch 8, it doesn't increase output, but the overall storage capacity. You would have 16 Watt hours instead than 8. Yes, you can chain two Switch 8 rechargers to charge a 10 Watt device. The charge time will vary depending on the AMP requirements for the device. 1759920 2014-01-01T07:50:10 PRE_SALE grouse hunter Will I ruin the Switch 8 if I charge it from a wall outlet in the USA? 1413180 2014-01-03T09:27:51 true false No, you will not ruin the Switch 8 by plugging it into a USB adapter that plugs into the AC wall outlet . You can plug it into the wall, your computer, your cars 12V, anything with a USB port & it will not damage the Switch 8. 1410948 2014-01-01T12:54:27 false false Community Answer None There are two ways to charge this item, either a usb or by the sun. 1766341 2014-01-04T17:06:52 PRE_SALE Geoff Melbourne, Australia Climbng Mount Kilimanjaro- will the Switch 8 work in zero or sub zero temperatures? 1481956 2014-03-11T12:07:04 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! It will work, although using it outside of it's optimal temperature of 32-104 F will reduce the battery life long term, and will cause it to be less efficient and provide a slight less charge to your devices. 1414403 2014-01-04T19:35:15 false false Community Answer None The Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger has an operating usage temperature of 32-104F (0-40C). 1766886 2014-01-05T05:45:25 PRE_SALE Kilo42 Global #1 Will the GZS8 continue to charge if it's plugged into the solar panel and into the device (iPad specifically). I understand it will not charge at the same rate as depleting? #2 Can this be "daisy chained" so it would provide approximately 40% charge if there were two (iPad Specifically)? Regards. 1420014 2014-01-09T10:48:00 true false Yes, the Switch 8 will continue to charge if it is plugged into the solar panel and a device at the same time. You cannot daisy chain the Switch 8. Please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1775815 2014-01-09T23:23:07 PRE_SALE Charlie United States I recently purchased the Switch 8 power pack. I charged the power pack up via USB wall charger to a full charge. Tried charging my Samsung G3 and only managed go get about a 30% charge before the power pack was completely drained. Did I buy a lemon? >:( 1423733 2014-01-13T14:16:39 true false I would recommend to make sure all the background apps are closed and Bluetooth turned off. See if you get a more efficient charge. If not, please contact us at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 for assistance. 1818245 2014-02-05T16:44:57 PRE_SALE will I was wondering if this item is something I can take with me through a TSA checkpoint to give me a boost for productivity time on my mobile device? 1482233 2014-03-11T13:57:29 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! It can, you would just place it with your other electronics to go through security. 1838032 2014-02-18T14:47:50 PRE_SALE Aab23c Dc metro Is the lithium ion battery replaceble? 1461619 2014-02-20T10:24:18 true false No, the internal battery in the Switch 8 was not designed to be replaced. Please feel free to contact us directly at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 if we can further assist you. 184 Rock Out 2 Rechargeable Speaker pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-03-08 2013-12-10 5 5 5 Verified Reviewer Unverified Bicycling Boating / sailing Camping Emergency equipment Having around the house High-end equipment Mountain biking Portable electronics Travel Work Budget shopper Quality oriented Personal Attaches easily to object Attaches to anything Excellent sound quality Fast charge Good power output Good value Great sound Long lasting Outside controls Reliable Sound Storage The best one We need one bluetooth No 5 0 false false 18 26 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/81/184-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/81/184-en_US-1-questions.html 46221549 40917654 Approved 2013-12-10 6 0 web Unverified Awesome, Great Sound. 5 No Long Lasting Charges Quickly Good Value Reliable Performance Powerful Quality Oriented Having Around The House Portable Electronics Travel Personal recommended Awesome, used with my MP 3 player while on my tractor. No problems. Was able to listen to the music over the noise of the tractor. Great Product. Mike Enterprise, Utah Pending Was very impressed by the service from the GOALZERO personnel very helpful. Delivery was immediate very fast for the time of year. Great Company. 47394035 42051110 Approved 2014-01-17 2 0 web Verified Reviewer Better than "The Pill" 5 Powerful Excellent Sound Quality Attaches To Anything Long Lasting No Quality Oriented Personal Mountain Biking Travel Portable Electronics recommended I bought this for mountain biking & it works brilliantly! Compared it directly to a Beats Pill and both had same sound quality (but this for 1/3 the price)...but this one is weather-resistant and I can put my ipod or phone inside of it & strap it right to my handle bars. I've used this most of this past summer on my mountain bike, golf cart, and boat...has taken its share of abuse and no problems. The buttons don't do much with a Droid phone, but will still mute if needed. Trooper Carlson Indianapolis, IN 48139193 42830882 Approved 2014-02-20 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Awesome 5 No Sound Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel High-End Equipment Portable Electronics recommended Have a Rock Out and really liked it, it sounded very good and was handy with my Nomad 7. So when I saw the Rock Out 2 with external controls I had to get one... I wasn't expecting the vast improvement in sound quality... AWESOME NatsFan Rockville, MD 48178068 42863313 Approved 2014-02-22 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Awesome speaker 5 Reliable Performance We Need One Bluetooth Powerful Good Value Long Lasting Charges Quickly The Best One No NONE Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment High-End Equipment Having Around The House Travel recommended I'm speechless this is the best one Jordan Miami, fl 48430274 43319326 Approved 2014-03-08 0 0 web Verified Reviewer great product 5 Good Value Great Sound Reliable Performance Outside Controls Storage Attaches Easily To Object No Value Oriented Emergency Equipment Boating Camping Bicycling Work Personal recommended Bought one and loved it. My girlfriend heard it and wanted one too. Attaches easily to grabrail on a boat or frame on a bicycle. If you get 2, you can chain them together. Keep your cell phone in one and a goal 10 battery pack in the other. Run the charging cord from the battery pack to the cell phone for all day music. outdoor Joe Houston, Texas 1720386 2013-12-08T20:04:34 PRE_SALE Mike Cottonwood Heights, Utah What products do the front controls work with? I've tried them with an iPod and Shuffle along with my phone and the front controls did nothing. 1388112 2013-12-10T13:20:34 true false The front controls should work with both an iPod and an iPod shuffle. Please contact us directly at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 to discuss the issue with your Rock Out 2 Speaker. 1733494 2013-12-15T07:00:15 PRE_SALE Janis Western Maryland We just got our Rockout 2 speaker and are trying it out. While listening to music, the speaker has turned itself off even though it was fully charged. This has happened twice just within a single session of 30 to 45 minutes of using the speaker. A tap of the power button is all it took to get it playing again. What would cause the speaker to shut itself off this way? 1478400 2014-03-07T11:24:02 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! The original batch of Rock Out 2 speakers had this automatic shut off feature to save power. In our recent batches, that has been removed due to complaints and can be resolved simply by cutting off your audio cord from you speaker with a pair of scissors, taking a picture of it, and e-mailing said picture to email@example.com with your full name, shipping address, and phone number. With this information, we can send you a new speaker! 1741449 2013-12-19T08:23:42 PRE_SALE asdf the youtube video shows the being doused with water. are they waterproof? 1400502 2013-12-20T09:13:30 true false The Rock Out 2 Rechargeable Speaker is water resistant not waterproof. It is not recommended to fully submerge the speakers, you could also damage your electronic device that is connected to the speaker. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns feel free to contact us at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1400041 2013-12-19T17:42:41 false false Community Answer None Yes, Rock Out 2 Rechargeable Speaker is waterproof. 1743956 2013-12-20T19:05:18 PRE_SALE Newbie9 Will this work with the Samsung Galaxy 4? 1478601 2014-03-07T13:15:36 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! It should be able to work perfectly fine with the Samsung Galaxy 4! Any device that uses the standard 3.5mm audio jack should work fine. 1401892 2013-12-22T13:31:42 false false Community Answer None Yes, this device is compatible with any device that uses a standard 3.5mm audio output jack, also known as a headphone jack. 1751033 2013-12-26T11:56:34 PRE_SALE Na Las Vegas NV Can I use this product and it's battery to charge my iphone? 1409110 2013-12-30T14:06:55 true false No, the Rock Out Rechargeable Speaker has an internal battery and was not designed to be a battery pack for charging. You can recharge the speaker but not other products from it. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact us at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1406585 2013-12-27T23:56:28 false false Community Answer None This device is compatible with any device that uses an audio output jack. 1751069 2013-12-26T12:20:43 PRE_SALE Jacob Can I mount the se speakers on my bike ? 1409104 2013-12-30T14:04:39 true false The Rock Out 2 Speaker can be temporarily mounted on your bike. It is portable, and weather resistant but not designed for permanent installation. It has an adjustable bungee strap on the back you could use to attach it. Please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1406445 2013-12-27T16:34:45 false false Community Answer None No, the Goal Zero Rock Out 2 Rechargeable Speaker is a portable, weather-resistant speaker. It does not include any hardware for mounting and is designed to sit on a stable, flat surface. 1751186 2013-12-26T13:39:30 PRE_SALE Joe Chesapeake, Va. Is it possible to disable the noise gate on this speaker? I've noticed that it tends to drop audio during quiet moments and it takes a second or two to come back. This is especially noticeable when it clips the beginning of a new song. I don't care if I have to crack it open and void the warranty. 1478730 2014-03-07T14:31:58 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! This has actually been fixed in our newer batches of this. For replacement, just cut off your audio cable with a pair of scissors and send a photo to email@example.com with your shipping address, full name, and phone number. With this information we can send you a replacement. 1428988 2014-01-17T18:53:03 false false Trooper Carlson Indianapolis, IN If you know enough about audio components to adjust the noise gate you could probably pop it open & modify it without worrying about breaking it...and if you do you'll be out $50 ;) Perhaps just crank up the device so it doesn't drop below the threshold? 1752528 2013-12-27T09:16:16 PRE_SALE UTChick Central Pa How is the chaining done? Will it work with the two different models in one chain? 1408675 2013-12-30T11:30:58 true false You can chain multiple speakers together by plugging the attatched audio/chaining cable into the additional speaker(s) audio/chaining port. You can use earlier versions of the Rock Out Speaker as well. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1753169 2013-12-27T16:01:57 PRE_SALE Cook Blacklick, OH I'm having issues trying to get a few of the external buttons to work with my iPod... I can power on/off and adjust the volume just fine, but I'm wondering why I can't play/pause and skip songs unless I control those from my iPod itself? Thanks 1478734 2014-03-07T14:38:22 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! Make sure that your iPod is of a newer generation that has the audio controls enabled. Some of the older generations do not have the function to accept commands from the audio cable, to which item like headphones with the one button controller on them, or this speaker, will not work. 1406952 2013-12-28T14:25:25 false false Community Answer None The front controls works with the ipod and the ipod shuffle. Contact customer support with any issues. 1754891 2013-12-28T17:55:02 PRE_SALE goatroper ohio The speaker powers off after 20 minutes is there a way to change that? 1478755 2014-03-07T14:58:29 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero. Yes, you need a replacement. We have fixed this bug. Please email firstname.lastname@example.com or call 1-888-794-6250 for your replacement. 1756678 2013-12-29T22:30:19 PRE_SALE Cook Ohio I'm having issues trying to get a few of the external buttons to work with my iPod... I can power on/off and adjust the volume just fine, but I'm wondering why I can't play/pause and skip songs unless I control those from my iPod itself? 1478767 2014-03-07T15:17:41 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero. Make sure that you have one of the newer model iPods that have an audio port control function. The older models do not have this ability, as other accessories like headphones with the one button control will not work either. 1757964 2013-12-30T15:44:11 PRE_SALE fly guy How do I know when my Rock Out 2 is fully charged? 1415930 2014-01-06T10:49:21 true false Your Rock Out 2 Rechargeable Speaker will be fully charged once the light turns from red to blue. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1760101 2014-01-01T10:08:18 PRE_SALE bobbi utah Can you please tell me if there is a smart phone the front controls will not work for? 1479755 2014-03-09T21:00:04 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! After thorough testing, we found that the Rock Out 2 controls don't work for certain windows, blackberries, or androids. However, they have been tested to work on ALL models of the iPhones! 1761963 2014-01-02T11:30:55 PRE_SALE Dodger North Carolina Can I use my wall USB charger that can with my iPod to charge the speakers or do I have to connect it to a computer USB? 1413749 2014-01-03T15:11:01 true false Yes, you can use your USB wall charger to charge the Rock Out 2 Speaker. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1412361 2014-01-02T13:37:05 false false Community Answer None This can be used with the ipod. 1789237 2014-01-18T06:23:01 PRE_SALE JD Baton Rouge, La. My Rock out is less than a month old....finally drained the battery but now it will not recharge...the red light will not come on when plugged in and the blue light flashes...i have used a USB wall outlet as well as the USB port on my computer.still no chargeing..is this a defect caused by draining the battery or maybe the USB cord is bad??...HELP...loved it while it lasted but now it seems useless.... 1430661 2014-01-20T09:23:43 true false I'm sorry you're experiencing issues with your Rock Out 2 Speaker. Please contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 so we can further assist you. 1793101 2014-01-20T15:10:43 PRE_SALE Cook Are there any specific directions involving the use of the Rock Out 2 speaker and my iPod classic? Is it simply plug and play, or is there anything in particular needed to do on my iPod first? 1482040 2014-03-11T12:39:54 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! You should be able to just plug and play! Although, with the older model iPods, the front controls might not work. 1815610 2014-02-04T07:41:33 PRE_SALE LVN GV Central Missouri About once every 45 minutes it just shuts off, I go and press the power button and everything works fine, but it pretty consently turns itself off. Is this normal? Is there a way to fix this? 1482189 2014-03-11T13:37:28 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! This is not normal, you can contact us for replacement at firstname.lastname@example.com for by calling 888-794-6250. 1462276 2014-02-20T20:58:40 false false NatsFan Rockville, MD I would say that's not normal... I've had mine for quite a while and use it frequently, that's never happened to me. Is there any chance it is your audio source and not the speaker? 1827744 2014-02-11T18:57:48 PRE_SALE Andrew What volume should my ipod be at for best sound output on my rock out 2? 1455236 2014-02-13T14:00:36 true false The volume on your device should be turned all the way up for the best sound output on the Rock Out 2. Please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 if we can further assist you. 175 Rock Out 2 Portable Speaker - Camo pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2013-11-16 2013-11-04 5 4.8 4 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Camping Emergency equipment Fishing Having around the house High-end equipment Music anywhere anytime Portability Portable electronics Tailgating Travel Yard work Intermittent vol change Preset volume too loud Quality oriented Personal Comes in camo Compact External audio controls Fast charge Good power output Good value Great sound Long lasting Reliable Smalllight package Talk about an upgrade Works well with iphone 4s No 4 0 false false 1 1 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/87/175-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/87/175-en_US-1-questions.html 45175201 39752902 Approved 2013-11-04 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Rock out 2 portable speaker 4 No Great Sound External Audio Controls Smalllight Package Works Well With Iphone 4s Long Lasting Charges Quickly Good Value Preset Volume Too Loud Intermittent Vol Change Quality Oriented Personal Camping Having Around The House Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics Tailgating recommended I use this with iPhone 4s (ios 7.0) & Pandora app for outside activities: camping, hanging out with friends and neighbors and breaks between fly fishing sessions. Also use with ambient noise app to calm down for sleeping. Speaker turns off when timer shuts down the app - plenty of battery life left. The only issue is the volume control: when speaker turned on, the volume is preset too loud. I've tried setting iPhone volume down but sound cuts off and on below half-way point. Not sure if this is speaker, iPhone, ios 7.0 or operator error. Obscout Atlanta, GA 4280187 order_id 17150 45177791 39758995 Approved 2013-11-04 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer ROCK OUT 2 5 No Talk About An Upgrade Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Powerful Good Value Long Lasting Quality Oriented Portable Electronics Fishing Travel Personal recommended I WAS ORIGINALLY EXCITED JUST TO HAVE THE FUNCTIONALLITY OF THE HAVING THE BUTTONS ON THE OUTSIDE AND THEN I POWERED IT UP AND STARTED PLAYING SOME TUNES. AN UPGRADE TO THE SOUND IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT. I ALSO ENJOY THE BUILT IN CABLES, GREAT DESIGN. I WAS A LITTLE CONCERNED ABOUT THE SIZE BUT IT TURNS OUT THAT IT WAS ONE OF THE BEST FEATURES FOR ME. I HAVE A GALAXY SIII WITH A VERY LARGE OTTERBOX CASE AND THE PHONE FITS PERFECTLY INSIDE THE SPEAKER MAKING IT THAT MUCH MORE USER FRIENDLY. I ALSO LOVE THE CAMO COLOR. I THINK I COULD GO ON AND ON ABOUT MY SATISFATION WITH THE NEW DESIGN BUT I WILL LEAVE IT AT THAT. THANKS GOAL ZERO FOR ANOTHER GREAT PRODUCT!!! THE DUK WEST FARGO, ND 4280187 order_id 17138 45184707 39763201 Approved 2013-11-04 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Awesome Product 5 No Great Sound Good Value Long Lasting Reliable Performance Powerful Compact Quality Oriented Personal Yard work Portability Travel Portable Electronics Having Around The House Fishing recommended I am very pleased with these speakers! I use them with the iPhone and iPad, use when watching the NFL on iPad works great. Out working in yard and camping also at the lake fishing. Will be buying a couple more as gifts! Wapiti Salt Lake City, Utah 4280187 order_id 17131 45456147 40074961 Approved 2013-11-16 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer three times better than the first 5 No Reliable Performance Powerful Charges Quickly Long Lasting Comes In Camo Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Music Anywhere Anytime High-End Equipment Having Around The House Portable Electronics Travel recommended I love it! way better than the first. control buttons on the outside are a great addition. its loud, clear, clean, and down right awesome! Holds a charge for a very long time. the best part is, it comes in camo so they cant see where all the noise is coming from :) Tony "The Front Hunter" Parsons Salt Lake City Ut. 4292361 order_id 17282 1619599 2013-10-16T16:38:34 PRE_SALE Mike NJ IS this louder than the first rock out decibal wise 1318437 2013-10-18T15:10:02 true false The Rock Out 2 has better sound quality, however it isn't necessarily louder by decibel reading. 157 Sherpa Laptop Powering Kit for Apple MacBook 12 21 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/87/157-en_US-1-questions.html 1219252 2013-02-03T19:51:39 PRE_SALE David Wexford, PA Up top, you say "This is the most efficient way to recharge your laptop from the Sherpa 50 Recharger", but then there is a note below that the apple airline adapter only provides power to run your Mac, not charge its battery. I would update the note up top to says its the most efficient way to power your laptop, that way the two won't be in conflict. With that said, here is my question, how much more efficient is it to run a Mac (say a 15" MacBook Pro w Retina Display) from the Sherpa DC output using the Laptop Powering Kit for Apple Macbook than it is to run the Sherpa Inverter and plug the standard Mac 85w Magsafe2 adapter into it? (the advantage of that, if it works, would that you would charge the battery - at the expense of efficiency, but what is the efficiency tradeoff?)? 1015576 2013-02-05T09:33:30 true false You are better off running the laptop while it is using it own internal battery. You can expect hours more of run time that way. And you would then use the Sherpa 50 to recharge just the battery while the laptop is shut off, this would allow you to recharge the battery 1-3 times depending on the battery size. If you were to use the Sherpa 50 while the computer is on, you will probably only get a few (about 2) extra hours and the Sherpa would be depleted. This is because your laptop will, on its own, run more efficiently using it own internal battery than an internal power source. 1157056 2013-06-04T17:19:00 false false Brennan Z. Fort Collins, CO Hey David, I've tested the Sherpa 50 with a 15" MacBook Pro Retina in both scenarios you've described. The 85W MagSafe adapter is actually overkill for the Sherpa's inverter. After a few minutes, the inverter will overheat and auto-shutoff. Using the Airline MagSafe adapter setup is the only working solution I've found. I tried using the Inverter and 85W Magsafe adapter and I also tried using a third-party 60W DC adapter with the Sherpa's 12V Output. Both of those methods overheated the Sherpa. Using the airline adapter works -- and if your MacBook Pro was charged before you start using the Sherpa, it keeps your internal battery nicely at 100% :-) Best, Brennan 1226410 2013-02-08T08:11:28 PRE_SALE Sam Sydney australai I am from sydneynaustralia. You don't sell this item directly to us from your US web site. The australianmweb site don't have this item. What am I ment to do? 1075877 2013-03-26T13:26:39 true false Thanks for contacting Goa Zero! Please email our support team at firstname.lastname@example.com or call them at 1-888-794-6250 where they can help you place an order or even direct you to a distributor of ours down in your area. 1295945 2013-03-21T15:38:18 PRE_SALE Kenny Norfolk, VA WIll this product work with Magsafe2 as in will it work with my 2012 Macbook Pro with retina display? 1079342 2013-03-29T10:56:38 true false Yes it will work with all Magsafe connectors except the Mac Book Air Connectors. 1076204 2013-03-26T21:18:20 false false mikemu los angeles, ca Yes, it comes with a Magsafe2 adapter in the kit. Note that it won't charge the laptop. 1308098 2013-03-28T21:43:51 PRE_SALE Arctific Arizona If it's best to recharge with the MacBook off, how many recharges from a Sherpa 50, 100% full would a MacBook Air Retina get? 1079831 2013-03-29T18:38:40 false false Community Answer None The Sherpa Laptop Powering Kit is not able to charge your laptop. It will power it so you will be able to use it but if battery is dead, Mac will power off. 1157058 2013-06-04T17:25:00 false false Brennan Z. Fort Collins, CO Hi Arctific, There is no MacBook Air Retina model. If you're talking about the MacBook Pro Retina 15", these laptops have a 95Watt-hour internal battery. Since the Sherpa 50 has a 50Watt-hour battery, it will power the MacBook Pro Retina 15" for about half as long as the internal battery does. When my 15" MacBook Pro Retina was brand new, the battery lasted for about 7 hours. You should be able to get 3.5 hours of use without discharge when plugged into your Sherpa 50. Here's the math: (50/95=.526) -- but there will naturally be some loss of power to heat and transfer. Best, Brennan 1196190 2013-07-10T07:46:43 true false The Sherpa 50 is able to deliver 50 watts per hour of power to your devices. The battery capacity varies depending on which version of MacBook Air you purchased. Consult your user manual to determine the amount of wattage required to fully charge your MacBook Air Retina. Once you locate the amount required you can do the math to figure out how long it will power it. For example, if your MacBook Air requires 80 watts to fully charge the battery then you can get 62% (0.625) charge from the Sherpa 50. 50 watts / 80 watts = 0.625 1323943 2013-04-08T10:36:40 PRE_SALE awaiting LAPTOP POWERING KIT 98007 brooklyn When will Sherpa Laptop Powring Kit for Apple MacBook be in-stock. Can you suggest any distributors who might have it? Is there a new version in the works? If so, how will it be different? 1197992 2013-07-11T10:31:26 true false No, unfortunately the Sherpa Laptop Powering Kit has been discontinued from Apple. Indefinitely. Our solution is the soon to be released Sherpa 100 (Fall 2013) which has enough wattage to power the MacBook through the 12v or AC inverter. (The Sherpa 50 is not powerful enough without the laptop kit.) In the meantime we suggest the Yeti 150 for powering the MacBook. 1324814 2013-04-08T17:59:36 PRE_SALE searching for way to power MacBook ny Are any of the components in this kit the same as any in Apple's "World Traveler Adapter Kit"? 1092010 2013-04-09T08:27:22 false false Community Answer None No these are all separate products. 1198022 2013-07-11T10:51:14 true false Unfortunately this kit has been discontinued from Apple. Indefinitely. 1347212 2013-04-22T19:00:47 PRE_SALE show me how brooklyn Is MacBook's battery level indicator supposed to continue LOWERING, even though everything is set up to power the Mac via Sherpa50? --Fully charged Sherpa is set to "Laptop". --Orange banded cable is inserted in Laptop Port. --Airline Adapter is inserted in Adapter Cable barrel. What haven't I done? 1119536 2013-05-01T12:58:10 true false Apple products have been made to NOT charge by any other sources other than by their own brand products including charging cords. So what we have developed is that the kit is to ensure a longer run time and can ONLY "power" the Macbooks NOT charge them. However we did find a way to charge the Macbooks! Our engineers have configured that chaining two Sherpa 50's together will charge the Macbooks! The reasoning behind this is that the Inverter has a max output of 100W but , with one alone isn't enough to reach that. If you look at that page again with the Apple kit it says "Sherpa Laptop POWERING kit for Apple Macbooks" 1383225 2013-05-16T08:41:15 PRE_SALE Robert United States Am I able to purchase this product? Will it be in stock again? Thanks, Bobby 1175289 2013-06-20T07:24:10 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! We have discontinued that product. We apologize for any inconvenience. 1175367 2013-06-20T07:59:11 true false Thanks for Contacting Goal Zero! Unfortunately, that product is probably not going to be available with us again, it's been discontinued indefinitely. 1196110 2013-07-10T07:07:27 true false Unfortunately this product is no longer available as it has been discontinued from the manufacturer indefinitely. 1431519 2013-06-18T18:14:14 PRE_SALE Victor Valencia, CA Will you get more of this item in stock? As I understand, Apple has discontinued the airplane magsafe airline adapter. Is an alternative being designed/constructed for Apple oriented laptops? 1174664 2013-06-19T13:56:25 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! We have discontinued that cable. Apple stopped manufacturing them. 1461002 2013-07-12T06:16:31 PRE_SALE Elsie Long Island, NY Can I use this set to power up my Panasonic CF_19 Toughbook? 1199303 2013-07-12T08:37:38 false false Community Answer None Not it will not; this product is for Apple Mac book and has a magnetic end that only fits Apple products. 1206169 2013-07-17T14:42:11 true false No, the Sherpa Laptop Kit is only for Macbook's. For your brand of computer, you'd want to go with a battery pack that provides more than 60 Watts. 1547590 2013-09-02T22:09:04 PRE_SALE PDH LA When do you anticipate this being back in stock? 1265181 2013-09-04T07:48:42 true false The Sherpa 50 should be back in stock in mid September 1551931 2013-09-05T08:39:11 PRE_SALE Sweet Stix new orleans will this work with the apple ipad? gen 3? 1284784 2013-09-19T12:39:23 true false No. It only works with Apple Macbook Series. You can charge your Apple iPad with the cable provided through the USB port. 1268467 2013-09-06T15:15:37 false false Community Answer None No, this only powers Apple® MacBook Air, Apple® MacBook, and Apple® MacBook Pros. 166 Goal Zero Yeti 150 Solar Generator Kit pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2013-08-15 2013-08-14 4.5 4.7 3 Verified Reviewer Emergency equipment Having around the house High-end equipment Portable electronics Travel Is A little expensive Budget shopper Quality oriented Personal Excellent value Fast charge Good power output Good value Long lasting Reliable No 3 0 true false 26 37 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/89/166-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/00/89/166-en_US-1-questions.html 43298410 37440645 Approved 2013-08-14 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Yeti 150 5 Reliable Performance Good Value Powerful Long Lasting Charges Quickly No Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment High-End Equipment recommended We have 2 yeti 1250 and 1 switch 8. When we purchased the yeti 150 we knew exactly what it was going to be used for, camping. After receiving the Yeti150 we use it all the time. It is always pluged into the wall in our master bedroom I charge our iPad with it nightly and cell. We take it in the trunk of our car when we travel out of town. We use it so much that I can't imagine not having it. I really have -0- complaint on the Yeti 150. The weight is fine the quality is awesome and it's functionality is endless. Highly Recommend and Do! Coastal living Florence, Oregon 43325959 37585431 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer So good... I bought 2! 5 No Long Lasting Excellent Value Good Value Reliable Performance Value Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics Having Around The House recommended I bought the Yeti 150 to take my digital life off the grid. Mission accomplished! My grid power usage is down 34%, thank to my Yeti 150. I bought a 2nd unit for my 89 y/o Mom 3,000 miles away. In case of power outtage, she has some lighting, a radio, will be able to keep her cell phone charged. JQuest53 Burbank, CA http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/00/89/43325959_360660_raw.jpg /pwr/content/00/89/43325959_360660_thumbnail.jpg My Mom's Yeti 150 charging up... 43332015 37591787 Approved 2013-08-15 0 1 web Verified Reviewer I Wouldn't Mind Having A Bigger System 4 No Powerful Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Is A Little Expensive Quality Oriented Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics Personal recommended As a backup and for emergencies, like storm power outages. mphi55 Jonesboro, AR 1423036 2013-06-12T15:42:06 PRE_SALE James New Mexico Can I charge the yeti 150 with any solar panel what connector is used to charge it 1175826 2013-06-20T11:25:11 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! You would need a solar panel that has an 8mm male output. 1423327 2013-06-12T19:22:23 PRE_SALE lee is this new product compatible with old 13.5 panels 1175751 2013-06-20T10:49:05 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! You would need the 4.7mm to 8.0mm adapter. http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/27/Solar-4-7mm-to-Input-8-0-Adapter/5:1/ 1425011 2013-06-13T21:51:57 PRE_SALE Jim dubai, UAE Can I charge the Yeti 150 from a nomad 7 solar panel? 1167990 2013-06-14T06:09:00 false false Community Answer None You can always charge your small electronics that are powered by USB or 12-volt (car adapter) directly into the Nomad 7. It's designed to charge up the Guide 10 power pack quickly. However, if you have a larger power pack like the Sherpa 50, the Nomad 7 can charge it with an additional cable, although it's not recommended since there are more efficient panels that can do the job faster. In order to do this, you'll need the 4.7mm extension cable. Simply plug the 4.7mm extension cable into the 12V port on the Nomad 7, then connect the cable into the input port of the power pack. (Secret: The Nomad 7 can even charge non-Goal Zero batteries using the 4.7mm-to-alligator-clips adapter cord.) As far as being chainable, the answer is yes and no. It is possible to chain the Nomad 7 to other GOAL ZERO panels with the 4.7mm extension cord. However, the Nomad 7 doesn't have an input port, like our other panels, so it can only be the 'caboose' in a chain of other GOAL ZERO panels. 1175559 2013-06-20T09:08:24 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! You can charge your Yeti 150, but it will take quite a while. 1425274 2013-06-14T06:44:00 PRE_SALE Mfoster Tokyo Japan Is the Yeti 150 compatible with the old Nomad 13.5? 1168178 2013-06-14T08:16:42 false false Community Answer None Yes the 12 volt DC charging port on the Yeti 150 is compatible with the 12 volt output from the Nomad 13 Solar Panel. 1176054 2013-06-20T13:47:33 true false Yes, if you utilize the 4.7mm to 8mm adapter included with the Yeti 150. 1431314 2013-06-18T15:47:41 PRE_SALE Stewy Grand Junction, Co can you use other solar panels to charge it faster? 1173330 2013-06-18T20:30:37 false false Community Answer None With the proper adapter you can charge the Yeti 150 from a different brand solar panel. 1174667 2013-06-19T13:57:37 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The input on the Yeti 150 is an 8mm port. As long as you don't exceed the maximum wattage for they Yeti 150 then you are fine. 1442386 2013-06-27T10:07:53 PRE_SALE Luke Ca Hello, What is the difference between the escape 150 and yeti 150? They appear to have similar specs and output levels considering the size difference. Thanks Luke 1183257 2013-06-27T11:09:34 false false Community Answer None The yeti is a newer product, meaning it is presumably more efficient. 1214954 2013-07-24T13:11:10 true false The Yeti 150 is the redesigned version of the Escape 150. The Yeti 150 has a more compact design. I also has an additional 12V output option. 1545976 2013-09-02T06:31:18 PRE_SALE invisashadow San Jose, CA Can the Yeti 150 power a TV? I know it doesn't say so, but i was wondering if it was an output issue or just the TV wouldn't run for a long enough time. Thanks for all your help! 1284349 2013-09-19T08:29:42 true false The Yeti 150 can power your TV if it requires less than 80 watts. 80 watts is the maximum continuous output through the 110V AC inverter. 1268489 2013-09-06T15:25:26 false false Community Answer None It is possible to power a small TV, but it will drain the battery very quickly. 1561662 2013-09-11T07:59:23 PRE_SALE Tiuks Brasilia, Brazil If I use all the 3 ports at the same time (USB, 12V socket and the 110V port), the sum of the wattage must be under 150W. Is this correct? 1294092 2013-09-27T12:57:18 true false The outputs have the following max outputs, USB - 10 watts, 12V - 120 watts, and 110V 80 watts each. If you were to use all of these outputs at the same time you would use the battery capacity in approximately 20 minutes. The Yeti 150 has 150 watt hours of power to supply to devices. 1274345 2013-09-11T12:56:59 false false Community Answer None The pack capacity is 168W. 1589773 2013-09-28T18:30:15 PRE_SALE AM I plan to power appliances, once fully charged, leaving solar panels attached continuously. Will that effect the generator? Also, I plan to leave the generator in a vehicle, how is the energy stored and will heat during the summer or cold during the winter effect energy storage and generator life and performance. 1305361 2013-10-07T15:41:13 true false You can charge and use the Yeti 150 simultaneously. The operating temperatures are 32-104 F (0-40 C). 1611575 2013-10-11T18:04:53 PRE_SALE Jim nsw using cpap machine only how many hours usage with fully charged generator? 1312797 2013-10-13T18:09:31 false false Community Answer None The Yeti 150 Solar Generator fully charged has a capacity of 168 watt hours. Its AC Inverter will output up to 80 watts at 120 volts continuously. To calculate the hours it will run your CPAP machine, you need to know how many watts your machine uses multiplied by your sleep time (total wattage). If the watt rating of your CPAP machine is less than 80 and the total wattage used per sleep period is less than 168, the Yeti 150 will suit your needs. If the numbers are greater, the Yeti 400 has a larger capacity of 396 watt hours. Its AC Inverter will output up to 300 watts at 120 volts continuously. 1314103 2013-10-14T11:41:58 true false It entirely depends on how much wattage your particular CPAP requires. Contact our Support Team at firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 and we can assist you with information on your particular machine. 1612012 2013-10-12T06:42:24 PRE_SALE Nawnp Arkansas I have a laptop that charges at 85 watt hours to charge a 95 watt battery, would this supply a continues 85 watts? 1314118 2013-10-14T11:51:51 true false The inverter on the Yeti 150 is rated at 80 watts continuous, 150 watts peak. 1312296 2013-10-13T07:03:27 false false Community Answer None The Goal Zero Yeti 150 solar generator charges at 80 watts continuous. 1615795 2013-10-14T14:10:11 PRE_SALE Jason If I'm using a C-PAP, how long will a fully charged Yeti150 run the C-PAP for? 1320644 2013-10-21T08:08:48 true false The Yeti 150 has 150 watts of power for your CPAP. The length of time it will run your CPAP depends on which how much power your particular machine requires. They can vary significantly. Please contact our Support Team at email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 with the specifics on your machine and we can help you determine the run time. 1318672 2013-10-18T20:10:21 false false Community Answer None The Yeti 150 provides .7 DC amps continuous output. It really depends on your particular CPAP model and what the pressure setting is as to how long it will run. For example, a Resmed S8 AutoSet Vantage set for a treatment pressure of 10 cm H2O draws 1.4 DC amps an hour. So, .7/1.4=.5 hrs of run time. The Yeti 150 would not be compatible for this CPAP in this case. A much larger generator kit would be better. 1636094 2013-10-27T10:32:18 PRE_SALE Greg For long term storage, should I keep the battery charged and charge it regularly or leave it uncharged until I need it? 1330048 2013-10-28T15:16:32 true false For long term storage we recommend leaving it plugged into a power source and running a cycle on it every 1-2 months. If you cannot leave it plugged in then we recommend charging it fully every 1-2 months to maintain activity. 1636825 2013-10-27T19:07:46 PRE_SALE Anonymous will the nomad 27 solar panel be able to charge the yeti 150 safely without overpowering it? 1342282 2013-11-07T11:41:59 true false Yes, the Nomad 27 is able to charge the Yeti 150 safely without overpowering it. It will take 13-26 hours to fully charge the Yeti 150. 1640570 2013-10-29T23:32:13 PRE_SALE Contemplater West Covina, CA How long does it take the Nomad 13 solar panel to fully charge the Yeti 150 if the Yeti is fully dischared? (how many hours of sunlight?) Also, does it hurt the Yeti to stay plugged in continuously? 1341170 2013-11-06T13:56:28 true false The Nomad 13 Solar Panel will fully charge the Yeti 150 in 26-52 hours. As far as keeping the Yeti 150 plugged in continuously, it will not harm the battery in any way. 1648559 2013-11-04T01:56:48 PRE_SALE Mark Princeton, NJ I plan to use this on road trip. Will the battery power deplete instantly if I leave it in the car when the temperature drop to 0F? 1339101 2013-11-05T08:24:11 true false Optimal temperature ranges are between 20-105 F. When dealing with cold temperatures, you will experience decreased performance. The battery may "fake" like its dead reading low voltage. If the temperature is too low, it will not give power to the ports, thinking it needs to protect the battery. When the temperature returns to normal, the battery should as well. 1666912 2013-11-13T20:44:34 PRE_SALE Mikey Michigan Will this unit run a cb radio If so appx so how long 1359314 2013-11-20T11:40:13 true false Yes, the Yeti 150 would be capable of powering a standard CB radio. Depending on the power consumption of your radio would determine how long it would be able to run it. If you know the watts of your radio you can enter it into this equation to get the estimated run time, 150/ (your radio's wattage)= run time. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns feel free to contact us at email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1352486 2013-11-15T08:12:37 false false Community Answer None Yes, the Goal Zero Yeti 150 Solar Generator Kit will run a stock CB radio. A fully charged Yeti 150 Solar Generator has a battery capacity of 168 watt hours. The average stock CB radio has a maximum input power of 5 watts. The Yeti 150 will power the CB radio for approximately 33.6 hours (168 / 5 = 33.6). The included Nomad 13 Solar Panel can add additional run time by charging the Yeti 150, with up to 13 watts per hour of full sun shine. 1706266 2013-12-02T11:55:14 PRE_SALE Donna Bend OR Will this generator be able to run 15-18 LED table lamps for up to 8 hours per day? I need to be able to run my display lights during trade shows without using a gas generator and this seemed to be the answer. Thanks 1377936 2013-12-04T09:27:35 true false It would depend on the power consumption of each of your LED lights. If you are using our Light-a-Life LED lights, they put out 270 lumens of light and only pull 3 watts per hour, so you could power 6 for approximately 8 hours on the Yeti 150 (6 bulbs X 3W=18W, 150WH / 18W=8.33 hours of run-time). I hope this helps answer your question. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact us at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1712642 2013-12-04T21:23:28 PRE_SALE KMK Hong Kong Can the Yeti 150 being charged by my current Solar Panel. My panel is http://trade.taobao.com/trade/detail/tradeSnap.htm?spm=a1z09.2.9.218.Q0uRMB&tradeID=429328629263854 Which is a 21W 18V Solar panel with DC5521 plug. What kind of connector I need? Please advise. 1478215 2014-03-07T09:45:48 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! This panel has an unfamiliar plug. For a panel to be utilized with our battery packs, the only requirements for the plug is that it is either an 8mm barrel jack, or an MC4 connection. Other than those two, professional splicing would be the only way to fit this panel to the Yeti 150, which is not recommended. 1714876 2013-12-06T01:12:54 PRE_SALE Alexc Will this run a blender? Thanks :) 1434979 2014-01-23T13:05:37 true false It would depend on the specific power draw of you particular blender. The average blender pulls 300 watts, so the Yeti 150 would not be powerful enough to run the average blender. Please feel free to reach out to either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 if we can further assist you. 1748269 2013-12-24T08:04:04 PRE_SALE James Shwasville, VA Will a boulder 30 solar collector charge a yeti 150 and if so do you sell the adapter? 1409138 2013-12-30T14:20:03 true false Yes, the Boulder 30 will charge the Yeti 150. You would not need any additional adapter to do so. You would use the 8 mm cord that came with your Boulder 30 panel and plug it into the 8 mm input (blue ring) on the Yeti 150. Please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 with any additional questions, comments or concerns. 1752173 2013-12-27T06:07:37 PRE_SALE Terry Australia Can the battery in the Yeti 150 be user replaceable? 1408763 2013-12-30T12:04:22 true false Yes, the battery in the Yeti 150 can be user replaced. You would unscrew the 4 bolts on top of the Yeti 150, take the top off to expose the battery, disconnect the battery terminal cables, and take out the battery. Then, replace the battery, reconnect the cables, put the top back on and screw the bolts back in. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact us directly at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1754305 2013-12-28T11:13:56 PRE_SALE james Can these goal zero products charge a motorcycle battery ? 1408412 2013-12-30T09:40:11 true false You could use the solar panel that is in this kit, in conjunction with the Guardian Charge Controller http://www.goalzero.com/p/156/guardian-12v-charge-controller/28:5/. You would connect the solar panel to the Guardian and then to your battery. If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact us directly at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 1761764 2014-01-02T09:44:27 PRE_SALE toni Bulgaria Hi, I am from Eastern Europe and would like to know what would be the best way to plug my laptop into the Yeti. Would the adaptor loose some of the power from the electricity? Thanks 1481928 2014-03-11T12:00:33 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! You would plug your laptop directly into the unit using the AC port on the front, with your laptop charging cable that came with your laptop. You lose a bit of power going through AC regardless, but it's nothing to be worried about. 1412268 2014-01-02T12:59:17 false false Community Answer None The adapter will not lose any of it's power, just plug the laptop into the Yeti and the Yeti to the adapter and plug it in to charge. 1765865 2014-01-04T12:18:42 PRE_SALE Sb. Santa Barbara. Will the yeti 150 power a ARB camping fridge? How long will it power such a fridge? 2hrs? 2 days? How long if it is also connected to a solar panel? 1415560 2014-01-06T08:32:58 true false The Yeti 150 may be able to power your fridge depending on the specific power draw of your fridge. With more information on your fridge we would be able to determine if this is the right battery pack for you. Please contact us at either email@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 with the specific watts or volts and amps of your fridge. 1812180 2014-02-01T20:47:50 PRE_SALE Da Man New mexico I have just perchased the yeti150. What cable do I need to daisy chain two of the boulder 30 together to charge it? Thanks 1482155 2014-03-11T13:27:09 true false Thank you for contacting Goal Zero! Boulder 30 panels should be immediately chainable right out of the box, as they ahve an input and an output. 50 220V Escape Wall Charger 1 1 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/82/50-en_US-1-questions.html 1281293 2013-03-13T07:12:42 PRE_SALE Linda Atlanta, Ga I purchased a rock out and can't find where charger connects. 1079496 2013-03-29T12:27:01 true false It will charge off of any USB power source using the USB to mini USB plug. 14 Estrella 3W Light pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2013-09-20 2011-05-25 4 4 6 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Camping Emergency equipment Having around the house Inside Outside Small jobs Travel Casual do-it-yourselfer Professional Quality oriented Personal Durable Easy to use Good power output Good value Long lasting Reliable Well designed No 4 0 false false 19 26 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/90/14-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/90/14-en_US-1-questions.html 30600536 24160223 Approved 2011-05-25 6 0 web Unverified Estrella Light 5 I purchased this light system recently after the Solar Kit and was a little skeptical but I must say it is a amazing light and also only being 3 watts it's output of light was like turning on a house lamp. I haven't used it outdoors but found it came in handy when I experienced a blackout in my neighborhood. I was able to daisy chain several lights throughout my house which allow me to do housework for example cooking , taking a shower and etc without having to use a flash light to get around. My neighbors thought I had a back up generator which made me laugh. My house seem lit as though I didn't lose electricity my neighbor said Lol. The Estrella has a great feature of a wired mesh cord that allowed me to mount it just about anywhere and it stays in place which is great. The light is great in weight which is a plus when backpacking.The best feature of all is having the ability to chain multiple lights together this comes in handy when establishing a camp with multiple tents. Rick Drucker Unknown It is funny how many people buy the gear thinking it will be for one application and end up using if for so much more. Thanks for sharing. 32648941 25878674 Approved 2012-05-23 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Nice little light 4 Durable Easy to Use Casual Do-It-Yourselfer Outside Inside Small Jobs recommended I own two of these and they are enough to light up a shelter when camping with the scouts. Would like to see a 5W or 6W version for just a tab more light, but nicer than blinding yourself with a propane lantern (and quieter too) or the awkward lighting from a lantern hung up from the rafters. Daveo64 Dayton, OH 3025984 Love it. Thanks. recommended Escape 150 order_id 6660 36647376 29946823 Approved 2012-11-18 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Great light! 5 Well Designed Durable Easy to Use Professional Outside Inside recommended Excellent lamp: great design, metal body, very rugged and lightweight still. Lots of clear white light, I really love it. Moreover, you can chain those lamps very easily as they have both a male and a female connector, which is great for base camp installations. Ed Palo Alto 41389850 35185665 Approved 2013-05-23 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Perfect for camping or home 5 No Reliable Performance Long Lasting Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Camping Emergency Equipment Having Around The House recommended Great light for the camp site and inside the tent. The cords that come with the light are just right. I can't think of one negative thing about this light. Great for home power outages too. Robert Itsme Again Colorado 3861543 order_id 12834 43936721 38288595 Approved 2013-09-12 0 3 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Not for the Guide 10 Plus 1 No Quality Oriented Personal I purchased this item not knowing it would not work with the Guide10 Plus unit, so I won't be able to find out how well this light will work until I invest in a larger power unit. Very disappointed this light is unusable with the Guide10 Plus!! Zorba11 Twin Cities, MN. 4143668 order_id 16019 44121989 38513423 Approved 2013-09-20 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer I see the light! 4 No Good Value Long Lasting Reliable Performance Powerful Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel recommended We purchased this product to add another light to our string to better aide in lighting our tent camper. Greg Gilbert, AZ 4162307 order_id 16267 879969 2012-05-22T16:28:27 POST_SALE Salt Lake City, Utah Can you use it with the Guide 10 Plus battery pack. If so, how do you hook it up? 748398 2012-05-23T08:48:49 true false No. You can use the Luna LED light but not the Estrella right now. We should offer some different lighting options for the Guide 10 in the future. 748539 2012-05-23T10:14:54 false true Daveo64 Dayton, OH You cannot, different connectors. You can use it with the larger battery packs (Escape 150 etc.) What works great with the battery packs is the Luna LED light - I bought 6 of these for friends and family since they work with any USB port and provide a nice amount of personal light. 916997 2012-07-04T13:43:58 PRE_SALE Calvin Wisconsin Rapids, WI Can you chain the Estrella 3W light with the light a life 3W light? 787093 2012-07-10T11:18:28 true false Yes, you can chain these lights together. 940507 2012-07-31T15:57:35 PRE_SALE anonymous The Estrella is a little more than your Light-a-Life, what are the main differences between the two? What features make the Estrella the next level up from the Light-a-Life? 803615 2012-07-31T21:06:28 true false The Estrella light has more lumens and produces a brighter light. The structure of this light is also different. It has a flexible neck designed for adjustment where the Light-a-Life does not include these features. The Estrella light is designed more as a desk light/reading light, where the Light-a-Life is designed as a hanging light. 960914 2012-08-24T08:37:27 PRE_SALE Mary Austin, TX In regards to the 3w LED lamp, what is the equivilent footcandle out put as compared to an incandescent lamp? Thank you, Mary Brogan 840293 2012-09-17T09:13:06 true false From the information I could get about Foot-Candles and Lumens is that 1 Foot-candle equals 1 Lumen Squared. So if i am thinking about this correctly 160 lumens is about 12 foot-candles. 972810 2012-09-06T15:20:49 PRE_SALE Donna Tri Cities, WA Can we daisy this light with our string of three light-a-life lights? 838147 2012-09-13T10:42:46 true false Yes you can. They both use the 6.0 mm plug size. 1038875 2012-11-06T05:52:21 PRE_SALE Bernard Fernandina Beach, FL How long will this light run of a Sherpa Battery? 885686 2012-11-06T21:44:24 true false It will run for about 15-20 hours off the Sherpa 50 battery. 1048533 2012-11-11T22:03:13 PRE_SALE Joe VA How long will 1 of these Estrella lights run off the Sherpa 120 and if you add a second, do you just split the time to run in half to run 2? 895910 2012-11-18T17:52:41 false false Ed Palo Alto You do split the time in half to run 2, that's correct. A sherpa 120 will last several nights with 2 lamps, I never got to the end of a pack before charging it again... 909796 2012-11-29T08:01:58 true false You can expect it to run for 30-40 hours. Yes, if you had two it would cut that times in half. 1075517 2012-11-25T22:16:05 PRE_SALE Hugo Garden Grove, Ca Can I use this light with the 19010 Guide 10 Plus Small Adventure Kit? 918299 2012-12-05T11:34:57 true false No, unfortunately, it was not designed to run off a battery pack of that size. You will want to check out the Escape 150 or higher. 1100413 2012-12-08T13:03:40 PRE_SALE Kohei Hopland, CA Re: The Estrella 3 Box says hang up to 8 lights in series (website says hang up to 12) Box says 160 Lumens (website says 140 Lumens) please clarify. thanks 954491 2013-01-09T15:18:02 true false It is 160 Lumens and you can chain up to 8, that is what we recommend. 1106770 2012-12-11T16:42:39 PRE_SALE Redfoot Oklahoma Will this work with my Guide ten? If so, do you have a sense of operating time w/ AAA and AAA? Thanks! Peg 947477 2013-01-03T14:55:21 true false Gear Pro It will not work with the Guide 10 or Guide 10 plus. you will be able to use these lights with are Sherpa, Escape, Extreme, and Yeti models. Thank you for your great question! 1251691 2013-02-24T08:18:02 PRE_SALE tt2 will it plug into a guide 10? 1039709 2013-02-25T12:32:07 true false It will not. If you are looking for lighting options for the Guide 10 you can check out the Luna light. If you nee more light and still want it to be light and portable i would suggest checking out the Sherpa 50. 1251693 2013-02-24T08:19:15 PRE_SALE tt2 will it plug into a guide 10? 1038099 2013-02-24T16:47:07 false false Community Answer None No the 6 mm plug on the Estrella 3W Light will not plug directly in to the Guide 10 Plus. 1039704 2013-02-25T12:31:10 true false Unfortunately no. The Estrella will not. Check out the Luna if you are looking for more light out of the Guide 10. You can also look into our larger units like the Sherpa 50 1330079 2013-04-11T20:08:47 PRE_SALE dennis aspen co what does it plug into 1096267 2013-04-12T07:40:39 false false Community Answer None This particular product plugs into a portable battery pack or car cigarette lighter. 1199410 2013-07-12T09:17:28 true false The Estrella 3w light can plug into a 6.0mm input or a 12v car charger. The 6.0mm can be plugged into our power packs 1442195 2013-06-27T07:26:02 PRE_SALE Outback Adventurer Australia Can this be used in the rain? Also why is it called 'Estrella'? 1182944 2013-06-27T08:10:06 false false Community Answer None The Estrella 3W Light can be used in the rain, it's weather resistant. 1213148 2013-07-23T11:35:11 true false Estrella means "Star" in spanish. The light itself is water resistant and should be fine in the rain, however the power source needs to be protected from water. 1502022 2013-08-06T19:09:28 PRE_SALE Don New Castle, CO If I had 4 of these lights (Estrella 3 W) running on a Sherpa 50, how long would the battery last? And do I need any other accessories or products to make this happen? 1232605 2013-08-07T12:07:51 false false Community Answer None The storage capacity of a fully charged Sherpa 50 Power Pack is about 50 watt hours. The Estrella 3W Light is 3 watts multiplied by 4 each equals 12 watts per hour power used. The Sherpa battery will last a little over 4 hours (4.16). The Sherpa 50 has a 6mm 12 volt power port output and the Estrella 3W Light has the same 6mm 12 volt power port input. The lights include the necessary cables so there is no need for further accessories. 1232897 2013-08-07T14:43:55 true false The Sherpa 50 will run 4 Estrella 3W lights (12w total) for 4 hours. 50 / 12 = 4.12 You do not need any addtional cables. You can chain the Estrella lights to each other with the cable provided and connect them directly to the 12V output (green) on the Sherpa 50. 1520912 2013-08-18T09:04:14 PRE_SALE DJ Salinas, CA The website says that this light can operate from batteries but the product sheet makes no mention of this. Can this light actually be run directly using AA or AAA batteries or only using a power pack? 1247223 2013-08-19T10:10:55 true false The Estrella has a 6.0mm cable and can be powered by any of our powerpacks that have that input such as the Escape 150, Yeti 150, Yeti 400, and Yeti 1250. It can also be powered by a 12V adapter. The AA or AAA batteries cannot power it without a proper adapter. 1522094 2013-08-18T22:48:01 PRE_SALE Dallen SLC What is the difference between the Estrella and the Light a Life lights? I am looking for portability and want to light up a camp site with 4 lights strung together. Which would be better? 1247859 2013-08-19T14:59:34 true false Both lights work well for camping. The Estrella has a bendable cord that can position it to direct light at specific things. The Light a Life is designed to light space by being hung. They both produce about the same amount of light, but it just depends if you want to focus light on a specific place (estrella) or light up a general area (light a life) 1246420 2013-08-18T23:29:37 false false Community Answer None This product would be better for lighting a camp site. This light is brighter and covers a bigger area. 1601960 2013-10-06T12:18:29 PRE_SALE rosie does this work with the nomad 7? 1308248 2013-10-09T12:57:00 true false Unfortunately the Estrella will not work with the Nomad 7. The Estrella will work with our Battery packs such as the Sherpa 50 or any of the Yeti line. 1765043 2014-01-04T01:17:43 PRE_SALE Dreamcatcher Germany Is there a way to dim the light, so it is a kind of night light for the Kids? 1415607 2014-01-06T08:44:30 true false The Estrella 3W Light does not have a dimming function. It only has one brightness. 41 Extreme UI 12V Car Adapter pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2012-11-17 2012-05-23 4.5 4.3 3 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Ham radio High-end equipment Too short Enthusiast Power user Business Personal A for ham radio For use with 4x4 van Reliable Versatile No 3 0 false true 3 7 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/90/41-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/90/41-en_US-1-questions.html 32656262 25885147 Approved 2012-05-23 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Great For Ham Radio 4 A for Ham Radio Versatile No Too short Enthusiast Ham Radio High-End Equipment Personal recommended I use this to hook up my high frequency radio with anderson powerpole connectors for field use. The length is very short but that is just a minor annoyance. SEWashingtonTactical SE Washington http://www.youtube.com/v/JiBMw9OMDr0 http://i.ytimg.com/vi/JiBMw9OMDr0/0.jpg HF Radio Update Ham Radio Washington Prepper Patriot Comms Icom Shtf 120 Communication Sherpa State Sheepdog Icom 7000 7000 Emergency Management 3025984 We appreciate your feedback. recommended Sherpa 120 recommended anderson powerpole connectors , powerwerx supplies order_id 5949 32713894 25940649 Approved 2012-05-25 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Works as advertised 5 Consistent Performance No Enthusiast Personal recommended none dimasilang Northwest 3025984 recommended Goal Zero Exteme Battery similar 4.7mm to Female Cigarette order_id 2979 36630488 29960119 Approved 2012-11-17 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Extreme UI 4 Versatile For Use With 4x4 Van Consistent Performance No Power User Business recommended underway, I can charge all my video & camera batteries, as well as other electronics CptSofa Modesto, Ca 3407303 order_id 8700 836305 2012-04-11T10:47:44 POST_SALE Hi, I can't get it to connect to the Extreme UI. Both plugs seem to be male. Thanks for your time Paul 1463604 2014-02-22T16:39:04 false false ray Portland OR Had the same problem & finally ended up dis-assembling top, removing plastic shroud around connectors, sawing off the outermost 1 inch of the plastic shroud, and reassembling. this allowed the connectors to work. 749354 2012-05-23T19:02:30 false true SEWashingtonTactical SE Washington The connections are sexless connections. Just flip it upside down and they will slide together. The connections are called anderson powerpole connectors. Tons of vids on youtube. 749603 2012-05-24T08:13:08 true false The cords should fit together red-to-red, black-to-black. It might take a little force, but they should connect. 1439370 2013-06-24T19:15:01 PRE_SALE pbunyon Lake Stevens WA Does this allow charging of the 350 via the UI input? 1243765 2013-08-16T04:31:05 false false Rabat NJ yes but isnt that risking an overcharge since there is no control charger? 1180208 2013-06-24T20:11:25 false false Community Answer None Yes, this product allows you to charge the 350 via the UI input from your car cigarette adapter. 1182017 2013-06-26T10:16:49 true false Yes, this adapter will allow you to charge the Extreme 350 from your 12v Car Charging Socket. 1469190 2013-07-17T13:42:31 PRE_SALE David Can you confirm this is the correct part to allow charging the yeti 400 from a car 12 volt socket? I received a couple slightly different responses when asking and figured one more double check with this actual part selected would be a good idea. Also, any risk overcharging with this or is it ok to just leave it plugged in while driving to a destination? Thank you! 1207453 2013-07-18T12:51:09 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! You would want the 8.0mm 12v Car Charger. It would be completely fine to leave this plugged in at no risk of overcharge! We are currently out of stock on this item though. http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/39//5:7/ 23 Boulder Panel Quick Clip (Pack of 2) pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2013-09-21 2012-05-23 3.5 3.4 5 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Camping Home Portable devices Travel Not durable Poor design Won't attach 30w to 15w Casual user Enthusiast Power user Personal Durable Easy to configure Easy to use Good idea Hold panels together well Reliable No 3 2 false false 7 10 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/94/23-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/94/23-en_US-1-questions.html 32647355 25877280 Approved 2012-05-23 2 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Quick Clips 3 No Reliable Performance Easy To Use Durable Easy To Configure Hold panels together well Won't attach 30w to 15w Casual User Personal recommended Quick clips work very well to hold two panels of like wattage. I have several 15w Boulder and 30w boulder panels. I can clip a 15w to a 15w and a 30w to a 30w. It would be nice, however, if the locking holes on the 15 and 30 watt panels were aligned so that they could be clipped together also. Ordinary Guy Huntsville, AL 3025984 Alignment was now fixed. Thanks for the feedback. order_id 5235 32649300 25878417 Approved 2012-05-23 3 1 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Connect the panels ... 2 No Poor Design Enthusiast Travel Personal not recommended Bought this connector to bring the two 15 watt panels together and make one nice firm connection.... the panels are connected but sloppy. Guess they did not really R and D like they should have... thinking of adding felt to the panel edges to make a firm connection. Wish they would make a carry bag for the boulder 15 panels but guess thats not high in their priority list. If you can't get your equipment to where your going to use it safely then what good is it... Mr. Picky Fullerton, Ca 3025984 The Boulder Quick Clips were actually designed to fit the Boulder 30 solar panels together so they could be placed on our Tripod. We made some changes to the Boulder 15's so it would be easier to use the Quick Clips with them. You might see a disconnect as the panels are mostly likely from two different batches of production. As for the carrying case for a Boulder 15, the need has not been high as the Boulder 30 Traveling case works for both. However, if there is a need and want for this product we will absolutely let our productions team know. Thanks for your input! recommended Carry bag for the 15 watt Boulder panels order_id 2819 32674019 25924692 Approved 2012-05-24 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Works great and durable material 5 No Power User Personal recommended Keeps the panel together it works great highly recommend Mrpacheco New York NY 3025984 Wonderful! order_id 5522 33695221 26888618 Approved 2012-06-28 1 1 email Verified Purchaser Great idea, but they break too easy 2 Easy To Use Good idea No Not Durable Power User Travel Personal not recommended Great idea / design, but the material's dont allow you to put to much strain on the clips. The clips break too easly. Zen Sardex Salt Lake City, Utah 3025984 Thanks for your feedback! The clips are actually designed to hold stationary Boulder 30 panels onto our Tripod. We will pass your feedback along to our product developement team. order_id 4064 44141558 38535948 Approved 2013-09-21 0 0 email Verified Purchaser These do the job . . . 5 No Reliable Performance Durable Easy To Use None Power User Personal Camping Portable Devices Home Travel recommended These clips work well in keeping two 15 watt panels together. This makes them easy to transport on the car. I set the panels up on the rear windo of my SUV, and charge my Yeti 400 while shopping, etc. Sabre Idaho 4166511 order_id 16309 998156 2012-10-04T10:09:32 PRE_SALE Mike Avon, IN I have four boulder 30 panels. How many clips will I need to attach all four to each other and then to the tripod? 893395 2012-11-15T10:59:47 true false You can do it with a minimum of 6, however the Tripod comes with 10 clips. 1034920 2012-11-03T19:16:17 PRE_SALE ag california in yeti video, 2 boulder panels appear to be side by side and connected to the yet rolling dolly handles (right before the other guy in video says - "so whats in the box"). What parts do i need to do this? dont want to get the tripod. please advise. i have already purchased the yeti and 2 boulder 30 panels - thought connectors came with the dolly or the panels but see nothing in the box. thanks. 883734 2012-11-05T11:24:33 true false We do not have any things set up specifically yet for that. for the time being I would suggest some heavy duty Zip ties. Please contact our Solution Center for warranty information or questions. You can contact us via email at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 1.888.794.6250 1389268 2013-05-20T15:26:47 PRE_SALE T Nolensville, TN How many clips do you recommend if you have 4 panels? 1140531 2013-05-20T21:48:25 false false Community Answer None I recommend purchasing three packages of the Boulder Panel Quick Clip. 1208345 2013-07-19T08:18:07 true false You would likely need 4 clips for the panels and 2 clips to attach to the tripod. 1434265 2013-06-20T16:48:34 PRE_SALE Sam Wickenburg AZ I have Boulder 30 panels. How many clips do I need for each panel to attach it to the frame? I want to order frames, clips and tripods. Thank You Samantha Parsons 1176318 2013-06-20T17:48:14 false false Community Answer None You need one pair (one pack) of Boulder Panel Quick Clips for each set of panels you want to connect. 1176810 2013-06-21T08:53:42 true false Thank you for contacting GoalZero. You would need two Quck Clips for each panel you connect. The Boulder 30 panels do not need another frame to connect the clips. You just need to clip them directly on the side of the panels. See below link to order the clips and tripod or you can call us @888-794-6250 and we can place the order for you. http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/23/Boulder-Panel-Quick-Clip-(Pack-of-2)/4:9/ http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/93/Boulder-30-Solar-Tripod/4:9/ 1444135 2013-06-28T20:00:47 PRE_SALE Grandpa Jim COLORADO I have a one and a half year old boulder 15. Will the panel clips work for attaching a new boulder 15 with it? 1185135 2013-06-28T20:04:27 false false Community Answer None Yes, this works for the boulder 15 and 30. 1213623 2013-07-23T14:36:05 true false Yes the clips work for Boulder 15 and Boulder 30 panels. 1667614 2013-11-14T09:18:53 PRE_SALE Terri Wouldn't the smarter design have been to make the panels interlocking? Eliminating extra parts and strength issues? Or why don't you include the clips so I can set up my panels without out having to wait for an out of stock item? 1359561 2013-11-20T13:54:00 true false Both are great suggestions I will pass on to the proper departments. The clips are currently in stock, you can order online http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/23/Boulder%20Panel%20Quick%20Clip%20(Pack%20of%202)/17:1/ or call us directly at 1-888-794-6250. Thank you for the suggestions. 1750289 2013-12-26T05:51:49 PRE_SALE chrishellas is it possible to connect two nomad 20 solar panels? and if yes how many clips do i need? Thank you. 1406048 2013-12-27T09:41:16 true false You can connect or chain up to 4 Nomad 20 Solar Panels together. You would not use the Boulder Panel Quick Clips, they are designed to work with our Boulder Solar Panels. The Nomad Panels have loops around the edges that you would be able to use a carabiner or another similar type of clip to connect the Nomad Solar Panels. Please feel free to contact us with any additional questions, comments or concerns at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250. 32 4.7mm Wall Charger - US Plug pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2013-12-20 2013-12-20 5 5 1 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Travel Casual user Personal Good length Reliable Versatile No 1 0 false false 8 13 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/94/32-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/94/32-en_US-1-questions.html 46595132 41253273 Approved 2013-12-20 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer This goes with a great product 5 No Versatile Good Length Consistent Performance Casual User Travel Personal recommended I will be using this product for my carrying bag of goodies. I have the Escape 150 with 3 lights for extended car camping and boy scout camping. I am the cook and need regular lights to cook by that the mantles will not break. This product is great to recharge the 150 for continuous power for lights, cell phones and laptop. One of these rechargers will stay with the light bag and the other one at home. Nancy the Cook Portland, Oregon 4404968 order_id 18277 1250767 2013-02-23T14:44:06 PRE_SALE Lonnie New Orleans Will this charge the guide 10 plus battery pack? 1039846 2013-02-25T13:09:40 true false No it will not work to charge up the Guide 10 Plus unit. 1288598 2013-03-17T13:39:11 PRE_SALE CW Lebanon, NJ Will this charge the guide 10 plus battery pack? 1065987 2013-03-18T20:56:06 false false Community Answer None This will not charge the Guide 10 plus battery pack. 1065201 2013-03-18T09:59:10 true false The 110V Escape Wall Charger is designed specifically for our Escape 150 power pack. The Guide 10 Plus does not use a wall charger for charging, rather, it comes with a USB charging cord or a solar charging cord. If you have a USB to Wall adapter, you can use that for charging from the wall. 1400214 2013-05-28T10:59:33 PRE_SALE Pat NY Can I plug this charger into the guardian to keep AGM and lead batteries charged? 1148817 2013-05-28T18:51:40 false false Community Answer None yes you can if the power requirements are the same. 1175943 2013-06-20T12:40:28 true false Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! You can indeed use that charger for the Guardian charge controller! 1427162 2013-06-15T16:44:27 PRE_SALE Jon La Grange, IL can I use this product to plug my YETI 1250 solar generator into a wall 110 V receptacle, in order to charge my YETI 1250 solar generator? 1174901 2013-06-19T16:46:25 true false No, this is the proper adapter: http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/38/Extreme-Wall-Charger-(110V)/6:5/ 1467543 2013-07-16T13:21:05 PRE_SALE Bob Petaluma CA I purchased an Escape 150 some time ago at Home Depot and haven't yet had an opportunity to use it. But, I took it out recently and found that there is no D.C. power present at the outlet of the power pack. I can't believe that it had failed with so little use. Any suggestions? 1205571 2013-07-17T08:58:46 true false Your battery could just need a quick reset. Contact us here at 888.794.6250 or email firstname.lastname@example.com for steps on how to do so. 1204912 2013-07-16T18:20:38 false false Community Answer None You need to contact Goal Zero customer service at 1-888-794-6250 (Monday-Friday 6 am-6 pm MST) for assistance troubleshooting the lack of DC current and find a resolution to your issue. 1494651 2013-08-02T12:46:25 PRE_SALE GZ Fan MD Maryland Will the 110V Escape wall charger work with my older Sherpa 120? 1226672 2013-08-02T14:42:28 false false Community Answer None The wall charger for the Escape 150 is not compatible with any model of the Sherpa 120. 1229036 2013-08-05T10:09:35 true false Yes it will work with your Sherpa 120. The Escape wall charger is a 4.7mm input. 1516401 2013-08-15T10:35:44 PRE_SALE Art I have the Lighthouse lantern and have lost the ac power supply. What is the output voltage of the ac power supply to charge the lantern? 1244126 2013-08-16T08:25:08 true false We do have replacement cords available through calling our Support Team at 1-888-794-6250 1242980 2013-08-15T11:09:00 false false Community Answer None This unit does not have an output voltage available. 1665377 2013-11-13T05:50:10 PRE_SALE Rodger Rockville, md lost my Sherpa 50 wall charger, will this work as replacement? 1351262 2013-11-14T08:55:06 true false This cord will work with version 1 of the Sherpa's. It will not be compatible with version 2 of the Sherpa's. You can order the correct power supply directly through us by calling 1-888-794-6250 and reference item # 90818B. 106 3 3 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/94/106-en_US-1-questions.html 936845 2012-07-27T08:48:24 PRE_SALE Nancy the possible newbie-to-be What is the difference between the guide 10 adventure pack and the guide 10 PLUS? 800387 2012-07-27T09:22:48 true false The Guide 10 has an output of 0.5A where the Guide 10 Plus has an output of 1.0A. This means the Guide 10 Plus is good for charging larger items that require more power such as smartphones and tablets. 941281 2012-08-01T13:25:53 PRE_SALE Cathy Hinesburg, VT How waterproof is the solar panel? Can it handle drizzle? 805187 2012-08-02T11:47:47 true false Definitely! We've tested our panels in downpours. As long as you are protective of the port box, this should be fine. 941291 2012-08-01T13:31:32 PRE_SALE Cathy Hinesburg, VT (Guide 10 Adventure Kit) I know the Guide 10 Power Pack has a battery in it that can be charged up from the solar panel. But is there also a battery on the solar panel that can be charged up, to charge a device in the future? Or to save a charge do you have to have the solar panels (in the sun) connected to the Guide 10 Power Pack? 805185 2012-08-02T11:46:52 true false Our solar panels only collect energy, they do not have the capability of storing energy. You will need the power pack for storing energy. 160 Guardian 12V Charge Controller with Boulder 15 Solar Panel 6 6 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/01/94/160-en_US-1-questions.html 1334990 2013-04-15T08:59:59 PRE_SALE Techbanshee Suffolk, VA Is there an output to charge laptops, rechargeable lights, etc... 1202278 2013-07-15T09:38:29 true false No. The Guardian 12V charge controller is only to control the charge to 12V. It does not have an inverter or battery. If you are looking for something to supply power to a laptop and various other devices I would recommend the Sherpa 50 and the Sherpa Laptop Kit. 1335732 2013-04-15T16:29:08 PRE_SALE Dancing danny Orlando fl, but my hearts in the rockies Will this recharge my car batterie? 1202468 2013-07-15T11:07:51 true false All depends on your car battery. The Guardian 12V Charge Controller will charge any 12V battery. 1341165 2013-04-18T19:19:12 PRE_SALE Geoff Montana Where is the Guardian 12V with Boulder 15 Solar Recharging Kit made solar panel made? 1203618 2013-07-16T07:21:39 true false We design and manufacturer our own products at Goal Zero. Our internal team here in Utah designs them and our users test them all over the world. We assemble most products in China. 1598453 2013-10-03T21:50:22 PRE_SALE Dana Hawaii I keep reading reviews that say that it can not handle 150 watts as it states on this website and that it can only handle 90 watts. Is that a misprint still? 1308176 2013-10-09T12:35:48 true false We apologize for the confusion. We are working to update our website with better information on the maximum wattage. The maximum input is 90 watts. 1630202 2013-10-23T11:58:51 PRE_SALE Mr. Vegas Minnesota I have a cabin that I have 4 12volt deep cycle battery's that are hooked up in parallel. Will the bolder 15 or 30 with the Guardian 12V recharge this system over the week? So I can have power ready for the weekend? If so how long would it take to get a full charge on my 200Amp/Hr battery system if they were 1/4 charged? Also if this will work how many battery's could I charge at once? Thanks 1325873 2013-10-24T14:31:56 true false The Guardian 12V Charge Controller can definitely recharge your batteries throughout the week. The Boulder 30 brings in up to 30 watts an hour. To recharge your 200 amp hour batteries it would take at least 60 hours of good sun to recharge. I would recommend two Boulder 30 panels to ensure that your batteries are completely recharged during the week. 1744062 2013-12-20T21:24:04 PRE_SALE golfercbw Stockton, CA Will the Guardian charge controller work with the Escape 30 for charging a 12 volt RV battery? 1432821 2014-01-21T15:41:47 true false Yes, the Guardian 12V Charge Controller will charge any 12V battery. It is compatible with all of our solar panels. Please feel free to contact us directly at either firstname.lastname@example.com or 1-888-794-6250 if we can further assist you. 205 Switch 8 Light TIp pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-02-20 2014-02-05 4.5 4.3 3 Verified Reviewer Unverified Emergency equipment Having around the house Travel Quality oriented Personal Fast charge Good power output Good value Long lasting No 3 0 false false pwr/gg4692u6/inline/02/02/205-en_US-1-reviews.html 47792178 42528075 Approved 2014-02-05 0 0 web Verified Reviewer initial impressions are good 4 No Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel recommended This seems to be a good add-on to the switch 8. Its well thought out and begins to show the potential of the power pack. The 'flashlight' is comfortable to hold and easy to use:click the button to power on/off,press it to switch modes(high/low). It doesn't remember the last setting. In fact mine turns on in the 'other' mode,as if every touch of the power button toggles the mode. Or something. :) I really like how either side of the Switch 8 can be used. This allows charging of another device or the Switch 8 itself while using the light. However this highlights the fact that there is no included storage. I imagine I could do without the color lenses,but care must be taken to secure the end caps. The round,rolling endcaps. :) Mine has been plugged in with the flashlight ON overnight with the red diffuser. Started at one bar(typing 1 blue light might lead to confusion). Its full now. The pack is NOT warm. While it can be focused,'beam snobs' will not be impressed with it. I think it adds alot of utility and possibility to the Switch 8,and i hope more is coming. -13 Thirt Newark,NJ 47931001 42618159 Approved 2014-02-11 0 0 web Unverified initial impression is good 4 Powerful Good Value No Quality Oriented Personal Travel Having Around The House Emergency Equipment recommended This seems to be a good add-on to the Switch 8. Its well thought out and begins to show the potential of the power pack. The 'flashlight' is comfortable to hold and easy to use:click the button to power on/off,press it to switch modes(high/low). It doesn't remember the last setting. In fact mine turns on in the 'other' mode,as if every touch of the power button toggles the mode. Or something. :) I really like how either side of the Switch 8 can be used. This allows charging of another device or the Switch 8 itself while using the light. However this highlights the fact that there is no included storage. I imagine I could do without the color lenses,but care must be taken to secure the end caps. The round,rolling endcaps. :) Mine has been plugged in with the flashlight ON overnight with the red diffuser . Started at one bar(typing 1 blue light might lead to confusion). Its full now. The pack is NOT warm. The Switch 8 Flashlight is a is a decent thrower,with the ability to flood a nice sized area with usable light. I think it adds alot of utility and possibility to the Switch 8,and i hope more is coming. -13 Thirt Newark,nj 48129726 42820714 Approved 2014-02-20 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great Flashlight 5 No Charges Quickly Long Lasting Powerful Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Having Around The House Travel recommended I bought this at a Costco roadshow a few months ago before it was available on the website. I am very impressed with the light and Switch8 but I mainly use this for the flashlight. It is quite bright and sure seems to last a long time. I charged it up and with occasional use, it lasted over a month. It has a decent spotlight which expands to a flood or you can attach the opaque lens for more dispersion. I like having the other color lens as gimmicks for the kids and the red is useful for your eyes at night. The battery indicator on the Switch8 is very convenient to know where the charge it unlike all my other flashlights which could go out at any time. I also find myself using it more since I know I can recharge it so easily and not use other batteries. I can't wait to take it camping this spring as it will get a ton of use. I can recharge it from my Extreme350, USB plug or solar panels while on the trail. Very useful and versatile. SpikeMD Sacramento, CA 115 Steamer Beverage Heater pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2012-11-13 2011-12-03 3 2.8 6 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified As A paper weight At A desk only In the car Scuba trips Snowboarding Travel Exposed power port Lid is horrible Not durable Power port poor location Slow heating Unreliable Casual user Power user Business Personal Easy to configure Easy to use Reliable Ther are no pros No Yes 1 3 false false 4 4 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/02/04/115-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/02/04/115-en_US-1-questions.html 30600675 24160361 Approved 2011-12-04 2 0 web Unverified good product but 4 The mug works very well, but I have a suggestion for improvement. The mug when plugged in does not sit well in a cup holder in any of my vehicles. The electrical connection on the mug needs to be higher up the mug so the mug will fit in a cup holder. Or possibly route the electrical connection in the handle, which would put it outside of most cup holders. John Seifried Unknown Great suggestions. I will pass these along to our product development department. 30600676 24160362 Approved 2011-12-03 0 0 web Unverified great coffee cup 5 Finally, an insulated cup that can be used in the car without losing heat and is reliable! I sometimes drive long distances, sip my coffee, but all the other cups cool off. I do not like lukewarm coffee or cocoa. I bought a small AC inverter so that I can now use it at my desk without my coffee getting cool, hot to the last drop now. This cup has become a necessity. David Ladely Unknown Glad you are enjoying it. Thanks for sharing. 32650849 25881193 Approved 2012-05-23 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Wake-up to hot cocao while still in bed 4 Easy To Configure Reliable Performance Easy To Use No Slow heating Power User Personal Scuba trips Snowboarding In The Car Travel recommended I use the steamers on every snowboarding and scuba trip. I camp in my truck at the bottom of the slopes, so its awesome to have a hot drink in the morning without having to get out of bed to boil water. I also take these on all of my scuba dives. The water temp in the Pacific can be 49 degrees, so having a hot beverage coming out from a dive is key. The capability of a hot toddy in the field is also nothing to shake a stick at. Cleatus Cobb Fremont, CA 3025984 Love it! Thanks for the feedback. recommended Extreme 350 order_id 4665 34937356 28047541 Approved 2012-09-03 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Good Idea, needs refinement. 2 No Reliable Performance Power Port Poor Location Exposed Power Port Lid Is Horrible Power User Business At A Desk Only not recommended First off, I LOVE Goal Zero. I have a plethora of products from them. This is the only product I am not happy with. Here is why: First off the lid fitment is not good. If you bump the lid ever so slightly , in almost any way, it can fly off, it just doesn't have enough "Bite" to stay on. A screw on lid would be much better. Second, the power input port is low, which means you can't have it plugged in AND keep it in a cars cup holder. Another issue is that the input port is open, and exposed, hence, you don't have the ability to wash it as a normal mug at all. You can't "dunk" it in water. A plug or some way of covering the port would be cool. If I can have a Droid Smart phone (Casio Commando) that is totally waterproof, with waterproof port covers, then these guys can design a mug that can be washed like a normal mug. Honestly, if there was a rechargable heater mug, (no wires), that had a screw on lid and no exposed ports, I'd be willing to pay five times as much for it. Just a thought. Fireman78 Tijeras, NM Thanks so much for your feedback. We are in the process of refining this product. 35309734 28474248 Approved 2012-09-19 0 0 web Verified Reviewer I wouldn't buy this cup from Goalzero 1 Yes Casual User Personal not recommended Although the product seem good the company is not reputable. I ordered is product on the 3rd with 3 day shipping so it would be here in time for a gift to give on the 8th. Well they didn't ship the product until the 6th so you can guess what happened. I didn't have the present I wanted to give. To rub salt in the wound I still had to pay the 3 day shipping charge that was about half the cost of the cup. Terrible company. If you want a product like this find another company to buy it from. timmy Folsom Ca 36567030 29861192 Approved 2012-11-13 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer If it looks cheap it usually is!! 1 Yes Ther Are No Pros Unreliable Not Durable Casual User As A Paper Weight Personal not recommended The porduct heated great for about 3 days then the plug started falling out of the hole in the cup if you touched it at all. then it wouldn't heat unless I heald the plug at an angle. To bad it seemed like a nice product but is junk. Tim Folsom 3407303 Pending The delivery was a joke. I ordered it in plenty of time to give as a gift but never heard anything from the company regarding delivery or a tracking number, Nothing. IT jost showed up at the door 2 days after my wifes birthday. order_id 8530 887516 2012-05-31T12:54:45 PRE_SALE What metal is the inside of the cut manufactured from? 759443 2012-06-05T11:23:16 true false The Steamer is composed of stainless steel. 895541 2012-06-09T17:49:27 PRE_SALE Can this cup be used from the Nomad 7 solar panel or Guide 10 Plus battery pack? 765001 2012-06-12T14:30:34 true false The Steamer will not heat up from either the Nomad 7, or the Guide 10 Plus Battery pack because of the amount of power required to generate that heat. 902801 2012-06-17T18:42:53 POST_SALE Michigan What are the care and cleaning requirements? Is it submersible? 770421 2012-06-19T12:08:38 true false The steamer is stainless steel, so the status quo goes for this. It probably should not be submersed due to the electrical component. 962591 2012-08-26T11:35:10 PRE_SALE Ryan Colorado Is the Nomad 27 compatible with the cup? 838505 2012-09-13T14:29:41 true false Yes, if you use the 12v adapter. 151 Sherpa 50 Power Pack pwr/engine/images/stars_small.gif pwr/engine/images/stars.gif 2014-01-09 2013-01-24 4.5 4.6 46 Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Unverified Anytime anywhere Business presentations Cell phone boost Education Emergency equipment Everyday use For my camera gear Great during emergencies Having around the house High-end equipment Laptop boost Man portable power Photography Portable electronics Powering signal processor Recreation Testing wireless equipmen Travel Work Another usb would be nice Can overheat if misused Charges slowly I have none Inconsistent performance Lacks power Not for cold expeditions Not ideal for laptop Not water-resistant Only one usb port Pricey / poor value Pricey but works Safety features Short life Budget shopper Quality oriented Business Personal Charger quickly wac Charges quickly with ac Compact Compact size Dependable Easy to use Efficient Fast charge Good power output Good value Lightweight Long lasting Makes me look like A star Not heavy Reliable Right size to travel with Safety features Size and wight Small Small footprint Small size User friendly Versatile Very handy No Yes 44 1 true false 181 314 pwr/gg4692u6/inline/02/04/151-en_US-1-reviews.html pwr/gg4692u6/inline/02/04/151-en_US-1-questions.html 38007012 31368452 Approved 2013-01-24 3 0 web Unverified Exceeds expectations 5 Yes Reliable Performance Makes Me Look Like A Star Value Oriented Business Education Work Recreation recommended This product is ideal for somebody that has multiple electrical needs throughout the day. I put in eight hours using my phone and tablet and sometimes, a laptop. This gets me through the end of the day without having to take extra time to find a wall socket. Windrider Albuquerque, NM 38044128 31413714 Approved 2013-01-26 5 0 web Verified Reviewer Love this product! 5 No Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Long Lasting Powerful Good Value Quality Oriented Business Travel Having Around The House Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment recommended I love this battery! I am a huge fan of your company and your products. Thank you for making these great products. I use this battery for work and so far it is awesome. My only complaint is the cords that plug into it seem to be different then other items you guys make. I can't plug in my boulder 30 panel into it because the cable is too wide to fit into the hole. Pretty sad about that. My Escape 150 briefcase panel will work if I use the adapter. I wish all the cords were compatible. All in all though I love the new Sherpa 50!! Thank you! CWayne Burbank, CA We are working towards having cords all compatible without any adapters. That is the goal. 38087363 31452833 Approved 2013-01-29 4 0 web Verified Reviewer Charges my tablet and phone great 5 Powerful Charges Quickly Small size Versatile Reliable Performance No Quality Oriented Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics Travel Personal recommended Keeps my tablet and my phone charged when I travel which is why I bought it. I can't wait to test the laptop kit. Amazing Larry Long Beach, CA 38099737 31466127 Approved 2013-01-29 4 0 web Verified Reviewer Another product to be proud of 5 No Charges Quickly Good Value Powerful Long Lasting Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Business Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics recommended Got this most awsome powerpack today with the inverter and Nomad13. This device has all power ports available(5V, 12V, 110V) and it includes a direct 19V power port to more efficently charge a laptop. As with each GZ product I purchase, I run it thru real world tests on the stuff I use. I am testing running 3- LAL lights at the moment, 80% power remaining after 1hr. Will pack this up in the large mesh pocket on the new Nomad13 solar panel, and off to Puta Cana to have the sun recharge Sherpa and me... I love this untethered lifestyle. LowVoltageNeal Harpers Ferry WV 38233385 31598135 Approved 2013-02-06 2 1 email Verified Purchaser GREAT FOR 'ALL-AROUND' RECHARGING 5 No Charges Quickly Long Lasting Reliable Performance Good Value Powerful Quality Oriented High-End Equipment Portable Electronics Travel Emergency Equipment Having Around The House Personal recommended ...."SUPERB Customer Service"! Dino ~ New York City 3602260 order_id 11188 38319960 31705203 Approved 2013-02-11 3 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Impressive 5 Charges Quickly Powerful Reliable Performance Good Value No Quality Oriented Personal Cell Phone Boost Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics Travel Laptop Boost Having Around The House recommended Hnady for my light a life in the early morning and charging my cell phone daily. Old Man Doug Lodi, Ca. 3609979 order_id 11272 38360778 31744811 Approved 2013-02-13 2 1 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Problem with battery, but quickly fixed 5 Yes Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Powerful Long Lasting Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics recommended I bought the Sherpa 50 battery and inverter for my husband for his birthday... we've been plugging all sorts of electronics into it and are very pleased with the power and convenience that they provide. Along with the solar panels we already own, we will get a ton of use out of this! Courtney Chicago, IL 3616023 Pending The product was delivered on the day I was expecting it. The one that was originally sent was having issues with the input jack. But, after speaking with customer service, we were immediately sent a new one - with a free shipping label to send back the defective one - and it works beautifully! Customer was very helpful and responsive! order_id 11310 38431143 31825526 Approved 2013-02-17 5 2 web Verified Reviewer works perfectly 5 Charges Quickly No Another Usb Would Be Nice Quality Oriented Emergency Equipment Business recommended Found myself at the florida earthskills gathering my camper and truck have solar and we had alot of people wanting to charge there phones and the kitchen needed lights to cook with and a square dance that needed lighting. In comparison between the 4 different solar systems the goal zero equipment worked better than all the rest. We had the nomad 7 and the 27 working from sun up to sundown they were put together with the sherpa 50 and the guid 10 plus, if i would of had better cables and more usb ports i am sure we could of kept up with everyone. Thank you goal zero, BTW we charged so many devices that weekend that our own phones were dead but throwing the nomad 7 on the dash of the truck took care of that. Hummingbirdacresfla St. Augustine Florida Pending nothing but praise for the staff and service at goal zero 38511252 31954411 Approved 2013-02-21 9 0 web Verified Reviewer Flexible, Easy to Use 5 No Powerful Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Long Lasting Good Value Can Overheat If Misused Quality Oriented Travel Having Around The House Photography High-End Equipment Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Business recommended The Sherpa 50 is a great tool to have on hand for emergencies. Built in LED light, USB port to charge a small device, built in power adapter to charge a laptop. My 13" MacBook Air can get a couple hours of extended use. I have two of these units and left one with family during Hurricane Sandy, and it was a relief knowing that they could at least keep their phones charged if power went out. I use these primarily when photographing remotely with multiple Nomad 27 and 13.5 units. Keep it out of the sun when charging if you can help it, just tuck it under the solar panels and you'll be good. I also try not to charge my MacBook air off of the unit while it is charging in the sun in a warm environment, as the power adapter on my Mac will get hot, the power inverter fan kicks on in the Sherpa, and if the Air is running, that fan turns on, as well. A must have in remote environments, for emergencies, great for use on a train or plane with a notebook, as well. Jordan Bush Lancaster, PA 38567139 32016643 Approved 2013-02-24 33 2 web Verified Reviewer Compact, yet just as powerful 4 No Efficient Powerful Safety Features Reliable Performance Small Footprint Safety Features Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment High-End Equipment Travel recommended Let me first start by saying that the newest iteration of the Sherpa50 is superior in almost all respects to the old Sherpa 50. Be that the smaller form factor, the use of Li-ion over Li-Po, and the products adaptability to your everyday life. The new Sherpa50 has almost everything. To make this review a little more readable to the masses, I'll start out with my impressions of this device, and the results of months of stress testing I imparted on this battery pack. And once the basics are out of the way, I'll lay down some of the technical information which people like me will find important. Based on how I rated this product, I'm sure you can guess I'm quite happy with the Sherpa50's performance and form factor. Having extensively used the older (and much larger) brother to the new Sherpa50, the newest version leaves my school bag, and backpack lighter, and with more space. Yes, the new Sherpa50 is half the weight, and takes up only 48% of the volume of the older version. This may not be important for everyone, but I don't have to tell those who backpack, or have to haul things on their person (bag, purse, pocket, whatever) how important a pound+ savings can be. Normally such an accomplishment comes at a cost, but not this time. So, what are some of the changes made? The biggest would be the changeover to laptop cells (6x 18650's, vs. 3 large LiPo's), and a much more compact circuit design. But GoalZero didn't just stop by making the product smaller; they added a beefier USB port (1.5A vs 0.5A, and yes, this thing charges iPads, and Smartphone's with ease), a cleaver attachable inverter (sold separately, though worth picking up), the addition of a laptop port (you can't use the laptop and 12v port simultaneously), and an LED light. The new Sherpa50 now comes with a regulated 12v port to keep some of your electronics happier. And I found total output to be fairly consistent with varying loads. But I did notice that the new design is a little less efficient when charging under solar power (requires more solar energy to acquire the same state of charge). There are also more apparent safeties built into this model. For the most part, these are good, because they not only protect you from a failure, but also extend the life of the device by limiting the amount of damage you can do to the cells. But under heavy loads, especially while charging from solar, I could trigger the thermal safety cut-off, completely disconnecting any external charge coming in. The older version of the Sherpa50 was less temperate on this issue, but on the same note, the older version appears to be degrading faster when it comes to maintaining maximum capacity. So, how has the new battery worked for me? Well, its main use has been powering my laptop (through the use of the attachable inverter) on an almost daily basis. In many instances I've used the new Sherpa50, with a few Nomad13's, to keep my laptop powered throughout the day without a plug in sight. Using the Sherpa50 to power your iPad (or other tablet) basically equates to 10-20hrs of use (depending on model) before even touching your internal battery. And if keeping your phone charged for days away from the city is important, well, look no further. So, here comes the technical stuff. First, I'd like to talk about the advertised capacity. Under a 1C discharge, initial capacity showed 51wh (±1.8wh), which is slightly above those quoted by the company (the original Sherpa50 only gave 43wh under similar testing). And with close to 60-70 discharge cycles now on this pack, it still shows a capacity of 47wh. Though data on the specific LG cells used by GoalZero are unavailable, similar models show an expected drop-off of 80% after 300 cycles, putting my results closely in line of a linear model. Cells come in a standard series parallel (3-3.7v series, 2 sets in parallel) configuration, using quality cells. Because the cells are charged to about 90% of their total capacity, there will be some degradation over the long haul (the ideal standard is to only use 65% of total capacity for longest life). But having designed/built a battery pack under similar parameters as GoalZero for the solar car of our University, we found longevity of the cells to be only a minor issue. To wrap up this review, the new Sherpa50 follows in the footsteps of its older brother. But the newest offering gives you more features in a lighter, smaller form factor, making this battery perfect for almost everything. Capacity in my testing has also increased by 18%, while battery safeties are maintaining that capacity longer. I really liked the old Sherpa50, but this new one I just love, that's about all I can say. Jake Zeppa Concord, Ca. 38691945 32141081 Approved 2013-03-01 3 0 web Verified Reviewer Perfect for Adv riding!! 5 No Powerful Small Charges slowly Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Travel High-End Equipment Emergency Equipment recommended I use this adv motorcycle riding AND camping. Great for recharging my small GPS and for lights in the tent. I will also use it as an emergency backup for home use so they are mostly always charged and ready to go-I have yet to find a pack that is as small and robust as this one. mtbdemon Portland Oregon 38770586 32219756 Approved 2013-03-06 6 0 web Verified Reviewer An Honest Portable Battery Pack 4 Powerful Long Lasting Reliable Performance Yes Not Water-resistant Quality Oriented Personal Travel Having Around The House Emergency Equipment The design is quite simple: Plug it in to solar or wall power, and you have an honest 50 Wh at your disposal, once charged. The build quality is very good, but there is always room for improvement. I wish that were slightly more rugged for serious outdoor use. Also, it really needs to be at least water-resistant. Other than that, it is a great product! runnermatt Chicago, IL 38927841 32457638 Approved 2013-03-13 13 1 web Verified Reviewer Sherpa 50 Saved The Day 5 No Small Good Value Long Lasting Light Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Very handy Powerful Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Having Around The House Portable Electronics Travel High-End Equipment recommended Very useful and handy to have in many situations. Travel, around the house, backpacking, motorcycle camping. My truck broke down in western Kansas just as a blizzard was coming through. The freeway was closed up ahead and I had no way to get to a hotel on my own. My phone was just about dead so I plugged into the Sherpa 50 and was able to alert my family as well as contact the local Sheriff's office for a ride to a hotel 30 miles down the road. At worst my life was in danger, at best it would have been a truly awful night in below freezing temperatures inside my truck. Goal Zero products have come in handy plenty of times, but this time I was truly grateful to have the Sherpa 50 along for the ride. RHamilton Orem, UT 39208348 32734014 Approved 2013-03-25 18 18 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Not good enough. 1 No Reliable Performance Inconsistent Performance Pricey / Poor Value Charges slowly Quality Oriented Business Portable Electronics Having Around The House High-End Equipment Emergency Equipment Travel not recommended Charges an iphone 5, and drops down to 20%, then I recharge for hours up to 100%, recharge the same iphone and power drops down to 80%, then I plug in my ipad to charge it, and it drops down to 10%. Its a very inconsistant battery, and the charge times are across the board. I've seen it charge my phone three or four times, and then some days I only get one charge out of it. I've plugged in my laptop for about 2 minutes then dies. Business User Lawrenceville, NJ 3714953 order_id 11519 41253748 35016133 Approved 2013-05-19 6 0 web Verified Reviewer Expedition Use 4 No Powerful Lightweight Not For Cold Expeditions Quality Oriented Travel Portable Electronics Business recommended the cables are not good for low temperatures. the battery has to be heated otherwise the solarpanel does not load the accu. we had to use a hot waterbottle for the sherpa. a second usb would be nice. will take the sherpa for the next expedition again because there is nothing similar. Mike Germany http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/02/04/41253748_337122_full.jpg /pwr/content/02/04/41253748_337122_thumbnail.jpg arctic expedition Picture of Product 41548991 35391745 Approved 2013-05-30 0 1 web Verified Reviewer DME - CPAP Experience 3 Easy to use Reliable Performance Compact Powerful No Inconsistent Performance Quality Oriented Personal Travel Emergency Equipment recommended I purchased the Sherpa 50 for its compact size and ability to add an inverter right to the pack it's self, no need to carry 2 separate items. While camping our Generator went down and so did the only 12v inverter we had. Suffering from Sleep Apnea is life or death, well I remembered I had our Sherpa 50 in the bag, it gave me @ 4 hours of run time, not quite a full night sleep but better than nothing. Gave it a full charge the next day and only got about 3 the next night worked well, but seemed to need just a bit more. Really like the USB / and flash light / wish the LED had a bit harder switch, got bumped and came on several times. Needs a switch like the one on the inverter / flat and a bit harder to switch on.. Goober Provo, UT 42007953 35828070 Approved 2013-06-16 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Hammock Camper 5 No Reliable Performance Good Value Long Lasting Charges Quickly Powerful Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel Emergency Equipment recommended I have had the new Sherpa 50 since it was released. I am big into camping but enjoy taking my electronics with me. My Sherpa 50 powers my tablet, mifi card, usb light, fan, and phone out in the woods. Durning the day I charge it and use it all night. This is a great product and I would highly recommend it. Chris Wilson, NC 42254842 36056832 Approved 2013-06-25 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Great charger 5 Charges Quickly Powerful Reliable Performance No Quality Oriented Business Portable Electronics Travel recommended Got the Sherpa 50 for an Asia business trip. The Sherpa 50 has given me some great piece of mind. I wasn't worried about not having enough juice for my laptop and cell phone. My cell is my life line and I've been in those situations where every drop of power counts. So cool not to have that anxiety. It also charged my laptop and phone really quickly. I don't know how they do this, but it seemed to just discharge the batteries and charge the phone and laptop really fast. I used the direct laptop port with my Lenovo and it worked like a charm. Got a few people asking about it too. I'm looking forward to taking it out backpacking to power up my phone, camera and laptop. Should be great. Travelin' Joe Highlands Ranch, Co 42924442 36854617 Approved 2013-07-27 1 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Just right for on the go 5 No Size And Wight Charges Quickly With Ac Compact size Charger Quickly Wac Not Ideal For Laptop Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Having Around The House Emergency Equipment recommended Great size to throw in pack and go. Depending on laptop will not fully charge laptop. Best for smaller handheld devices. Do not depend on the Sherpa 50 to charge a laptop completely. It will only get you by to get to more a more reliable power-source. It does work well with a laptop but be aware of battery size. When charging with Nomad 13, for fastest charge you will need direct sunlight. Panel does not like cloudy are overcast days. When your working with a cellphone, tablet, notebook, and a camera in situations where size and weight is an issue (working out of a backpack) the Sherpa 50 with a Nomad 13 should keep you on task for several days more if you didn't have solar charged power source when there is no other readily available power sources. without power on the gulfcoast new orleans, la 4028456 Pending no problems with ordering or delivering order_id 14221 43299306 37403522 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Power When You Need It 4 No Good Value Long Lasting Right Size To Travel With Powerful Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Business Portable Electronics Having Around The House Emergency Equipment Travel Great During Emergencies recommended I use the Sherpa 50 for many uses. When shooting photos at location events the power is not necessarily where you need it. The Sherpa 50 allows me to power my MacBook Pro without missing a beat. On smaller assignments I often times use it to keep my phone charged and charge up any camera batterys that need it. HS New York, NY 43297088 37433699 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great Unit! 4 No Powerful Good Value Charges Quickly Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics recommended Very reliable while travelling with many electronics. JohninGA North Georgia, US 43297310 37433934 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Handy, Dandy device 5 Easy to use Reliable Performance Charges Quickly No Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics recommended I always use it camping, to recharge my phone or camera. I also use it for lighting in my tent. Trips away from the grid are dandy with portable power products from goal zero. I use several for different applications. Thanks Goal Zero for great products! SJ Highland Utah 43297464 37437882 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer The Sherpa 5 Rocks! 4 No Good Value Reliable Performance Versatile Powerful Quality Oriented Personal Powering Signal Processor High-End Equipment Portable Electronics Travel recommended I really like using the Sherpa 50 to power my signal processors for my guitar at the live music venues I participate in - it lets me setup quickly and frees me from dependence on what a venue may or may not provide - the sound board techs appreciate it, too! I use it this way with the inverter - I could/would use a second AC outlet on the inverter with these low power devices. boxorain I'm a nomad - full time 43297669 37438278 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Does everything I ask of it. 4 Yes Charges Quickly Long Lasting Good Value Powerful Reliable Performance NONE Personal High-End Equipment For My Camera Gear Portable Electronics Travel Having Around The House recommended I use this product to charge and keep my camera batteries going. I also use it for extra power on my laptop. It does both GREAT! I recommend this product for anyone who lives a portable life. pete Salt Lake City, UT 43297674 37438394 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Powerful charger 5 No Charges Quickly Powerful Long Lasting Reliable Performance Good Value Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics everyday use Having Around The House Travel Emergency Equipment recommended I love using my sherpa everyday I carry it in my backpack and always charge my phone on it, fast charging using wall outlet and its ready to go. Its great for Drill duty while sleeping in the field and light wait which helps when .rucking. Hands down you can't go wrong with it! A terrific product once again goal zero Wicked510 Albuquerque, nm 43298476 37440604 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer I highly recommend this product! 5 No Powerful Charges Quickly Good Value Long Lasting Reliable Performance NONE Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Portable Electronics Travel Emergency Equipment recommended I travel a lot. I have found myself limited to wall outlets while waiting to catch flights at crowded airports. I find having this light weight product on hand is extremely beneficial. I no longer worry about my cell phone or laptops battery life. The Sherpa 50 Power Pack holds a charge for a good period of time. I no longer stress over where to find an available outlet at airports or when using other forms of public transportation. The Sherpa 50 Power Pack has proven itself to keep all of my electronics charged up while on the go. Thank you GoalZero for this amazing product. Nate the Adventurer NY 43298725 37441393 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Perfect for mobile worker 5 No Long Lasting Reliable Performance Powerful Charges Quickly Pricey / Poor Value Lacks Power Quality Oriented Business Portable Electronics Travel recommended Very convenient and travel-friendly for mobile business users. Scout Canada 43300464 37488158 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer I'm fully satsfied 5 No Good Value Long Lasting Charges Quickly Powerful Quality Oriented Emergency Equipment Travel Portable Electronics Personal recommended I'm fully satisfied with the equipment, but I have one suggestion: insert a male car recharger cable with the power pack, to recharge the batteries during the travel, more quickly than the solar panels. Elthon Sao Paulo, Brazil 43300597 37488797 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Perfect! 5 No Good Value Dependable Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Powerful NONE Quality Oriented Travel Portable Electronics High-End Equipment Personal recommended Bought this and the Nomad 13's to charge my DSLR batteries while on a caribou hunt.......no other sources of power. Worked perfectly with my battery charger plugged into the 12v outlet. Panels will charge the Sherpa each day while we hunt. Highly recommend this product. Testing is done and the real deal hunt is in less than a month! Quadidaho Meridian, Idaho 43301092 37498375 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Sherpa 50 powers all my portable devices 5 No Reliable Performance Powerful Quality Oriented Personal Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment High-End Equipment Travel recommended I've used this device to charge my Apple products, including: iPhone, iPad, macbook air, and macbook pro (through the inverter). As many of you Apple product owners know, Apple has very stringent power requirements - and I often find non-Apple charging devices to be incompatible despite meeting the specs on paper. Not in this case, the Sherap 50 powers them all without issue. When outdoors or camping, its a nice power source to charge my sat phone, SLR camera batteries, and rechargeable batteries for headlamps and any other small electronic device needs, in addition to a Dell laptop (with the laptop charging kit). Additionally, I also use the Light-a-life LED light in my tent, and it gives me plenty of even diffuse light to get stuff done in the dark without drawing a ton of power (so I can keep all my other power hungry devices charged). In the end, its small enough to throw in your pack for everyday use, the internal battery is high quality and power dense for its weight, and I find myself bringing it along to "non-adventureous" places because it gives me the freedom away from plugs and outlets. Victor Valencia, CA Pending I've called customer service on a number of occasions asking questions about the accessories for the Sherpa 50. I've been met with great service from people who know the product. I've used both the online chat service as well as talking over the phone in person with one of their reps. Both instances, I've been pleased with my interactions. Customer service is sometimes more important than the product itself. It really shows the dedication the company has, and their willingness to meet the needs of their customers. A product is only as good as those who stand behind it. 43301019 37498398 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Great 5 Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Long Lasting Powerful Good Value Yes Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics Travel Having Around The House recommended Great David USA 43301397 37498475 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Handy, great size for phone and tablet 4 No Charges Quickly Good Value Lacks Power Quality Oriented Portable Electronics Travel Personal recommended I frequently ride my bike in remote locations and want to have a means to charge my phone, tablet computer, bike computer, etc. This fits the bill. I usually fill it up with juice from the AC outlet, but it's nice to be able to top it off with the panel. One caveat: the output may not be quite enough to charge larger, power-hungry laptops (like the ThinkPad W series). byronium Redwood City, CA 43301435 37498780 Approved 2013-08-14 0 0 web Verified Reviewer Good upgrade from previous model 4 Powerful No Inconsistent Performance Only One Usb Port Quality Oriented Travel Portable Electronics Personal recommended I use this to take camping and recharge electronic devices, especially a cell phone. Because it can do several charges for a cell phone, I think it would be very useful to have two USB ports instead of one to make it more practical for a small group of friends to use. I'm not a solitary hiker. The inverter for this power pack is modified sine wave. This is written in the specifications, but should perhaps be better explained in the product description. This can prevent a notice user from assuming that just because it has an AC outlet it can power any household appliance. You must buy a much heavier lead-acid battery based power pack to get pure sine wave and the higher wattage capabilities required for most household items. The Sherpa 50 powered my 24" LCD monitor for 26 minutes before before shutting itself off to avoid overheating. The battery indicator showed 40% power remaining at that point. The amount of continuous power that my LCD screen requires is obviously beyond the abilities of the Sherpa 50. It powered an electric fan for about an hour before running out of juice. The fan says 75W on its rear sticker, but I assume that is for the "high" setting. I was using the lowest setting so I don't know what the actual wattage consumption was. One more thing: Find a way to shield the Sherpa 50 from the sun while it's charging. Just because the solar panels are happy to soak up the sun's ray don't assume the same for the power pack itself. If I could go back and buy this product again, I would, but I'd likely go for a Nomad 27M panel rather than the Nomad 13 that's included in the kit. Dennis the occasional hiker Kaohsiung, Taiwan 43311541 37499528 Approved 2013-08-15 0 0 web Verified Reviewer all around good buy. 5 No Reliable Performance Powerful Good Value Charges Quickly Long Lasting Quality Oriented Personal Travel Emergency Equipment High-End Equipment Having Around The House Portable Electronics recommended I can take it anywhere, and always have power. Lee Kc, Mo. 43316952 37500717 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer AWESOME 5 No Reliable Performance Powerful Charges Quickly Small Long Lasting Not Heavy Good Value User friendly Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Travel Portable Electronics recommended Works great for a quick camping trip , charging phones or a laptop while on fishing trips or hunting trips. Very suprised that the small size produces so much power Derek Miami fl 43316789 37500812 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer i use the sherpa 50 daily 5 No Long Lasting I Have None Quality Oriented Personal Emergency Equipment Having Around The House High-End Equipment Portable Electronics Travel recommended i use the sherpa 50 daily for all my electronics and it is always ready to go. works great during power outages as well with pleanty of power left over. goal zero products are a must have ernie king clearfield utah 43317231 37501856 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Sherpa 50 & Power Pack 10 4 No Powerful Long Lasting Good Value Charges Quickly Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Having Around The House Travel Portable Electronics Personal recommended I use the Sherpa 50 all the time. I use it in the city when I have to be away from outlets, camping, fishing, even on the bus. I use the power pack 10 in the same way, biking around the city, taking it to baseball games, ect. The only con I have about the power pack 10 is it charges at 1 amp, but my phone can only handle .5 amp while charging so I can't use it for that. Aplans South East Wisconsin 43320185 37503618 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Awesome product 5 No Good Value Charges Quickly Short Life Quality Oriented Personal Travel Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics recommended I use my Sherpa 50 while I am hunting to light tent charge phone and love the speakers to hook up to ipad to watch movies awesome stuff Bob Hunter Idaho Falls, ID 43320106 37503622 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Awesome 5 Long Lasting Reliable Performance Good Value No Charges slowly Quality Oriented Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Travel Personal recommended I bought this just before heading to the BSA national jamboree. It was a lifesaver for my portable electronics. Booha Salt Lake City, UT 43321887 37504853 Approved 2013-08-15 1 0 web Verified Reviewer Love my Sherpa 50 Power Pack 5 No Good Value Powerful Reliable Performance Long Lasting Charges Quickly Quality Oriented Business Testing Wireless Equipmen High-End Equipment recommended What I love about the Sherpa Power Pack is its durability, size, and weight. It charges fast, it doesn't overheat, and I don't have to worry about charging all the time. charlie Sandy, Oregon 43466361 37791012 Approved 2013-08-20 3 1 web Verified Reviewer Excellent Man Portable power pack.... 5 Charges Quickly Powerful Reliable Performance No Short Life Pricey / Poor Value Value Oriented Business Portable Electronics Emergency Equipment Man Portable Power recommended I am the Team Leader for the Raven Ridge Missile Silo Tactical Team. I purchased the Sherpa 50 to try out as a man portable power pack that could power Toughbook Laptops, recharge flashlights, digital encrypted radios and other items on the fly in the field. I also purchased the Nomad 13 folding solar pack. These small units are impressive to say the least. As long as you understand the capable use of the unit, you will be able to power certain things for quite a while. That being said, I would like to see a few changes to the unit which I will touch on in a bit. We set the units up to be wearable on either a belt hook or in our tactical vests. Using just the Sherpa without the AC inverter, we are able to run our Panasonic Toughbooks for hours on one charge. BUT there is a caveat to this.. IF your battery is not charged on the laptop fully, it will charge from the Sherpa thus draining its power. Thus you should make sure your laptop is fully charged BEFORE plugging into a sherpa to get the longest field time out of the pack. Additionally, if you use the AC inverter, power length of time drops dramatically so we also recommend NOT using the laptop AC power supply. Pull power directly from the Sherpa using the laptop adapter plugs accessory. Using the foldable solar pack does help keep it running even longer in the field and pretty much indefinitely if you are not moving. If you are not using a laptop in the field as we are, the Sherpa will power or charge flashlights, phones and more quite well and again if you carry the foldable solar array, you can pretty much maintain constant power all the time. The only CONS I can think of are that I wish it could keep its high wattage output going longer and the price. This unit is costly for such a small power pack.. More reasonable, in my opinion, were if these units came in around $129-$139 range.. I would buy a whole lot more if that were the case... but hey, not my company so not my decision! :-) Anyhow, I thoroughly recommend this product and look forward to continued use for a long time to come. Malakie Raven Ridge Missile Silo Kansas USA 43776970 38121347 Approved 2013-09-05 2 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Nice Unit 4 No Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Long Lasting Quality Oriented Personal Travel Emergency Equipment Portable Electronics Having Around The House recommended Nice unit. Charges pretty fast with wall charger and decent with the Nomad 27. USB charges an iPhone 5 and iPad 3 just fine. Slightly heavier and larger than I thought, but a nice device. It will be going most places with me. Chiefton Baltimore, MD 4125622 order_id 15400 44606498 39058342 Approved 2013-10-10 4 0 web Verified Reviewer Solid, Versatile, Dependable, Durable 5 No Reliable Performance Good Value Powerful Long Lasting Charges Quickly Quality Oriented Personal Having Around The House Portable Electronics Travel Emergency Equipment Anytime Anywhere recommended I used this for 104 days straight on a 4,700 mile cycling tour across the USA. I had it strapped onto my trailer and let it charge up with the Boulder 30 while I was riding and on my off days in urban environments and at campgrounds. In my journey, Off the Grid Across America, I vowed to use solely electricity from my solar panels and Goal Zero made it happen. A few times I ran into a few days of heavy rain but I only plugged into 5 outlets the entire journey and never had to turn on a light switch. The Boulder 30 along with the Sherpa 50 kept my Macbook Air charged to keep me in touch with the outside world and give me plenty of time to blog about the trip. I couldn't have done this journey without this gear. I also used it to charge my iPhone. This is a well though out product that can charge a wide array of gear from its many ports. Rob Greenfield San Diego, California 44916579 39416790 Approved 2013-10-23 4 0 web Verified Reviewer Better than goat curds 5 No Good Value Long Lasting Charges Quickly Powerful Reliable Performance Quality Oriented Business Travel Portable Electronics recommended It's not often that I find myself mapping 1300 year old villages, but when I do, Goal Zero, coffee, and goat cheese curds powers my day. Pictured here is the Sherpa 50 battery with the Nomad 27 panel linked to a Topcon total station. In this section I will focus on the Sherpa 50 battery. For a little bit of context, I conduct archaeological research in remote regions of Mongolia. We have an extremely large power budget, fueling numerous computers, GPS units, iPads, phones, cameras, and various other sorts of equipment for a large group (up to 20 people). Equipment, in order of importance, is: 1) computers; 2) iPads; 3) GPS units. To meet our power requirements, we also use the now discontinued Sherpa 120, the Extreme 350 battery, and a Honda generator for rainy days. Of the three solar batteries, I think the Sherpa 50 is the most useful. I say this because of its light weight, quick recharge time, and number of smaller electrical items that can be recharged from one power cycle of the battery. Because the computers are the most important item for our daily operation we mainly reserve the Extreme 350 and Sherpa 120 for powering them (these are also great batteries and we still sneak in a GPS unit or two on the power strip running off the 350), as such these batteries are stuck at base camp constantly cycling through various states of charge. The Sherpa 50 fills in nicely because it can quickly power an item, be taken into the field where it can be recharged in a morning or afternoon and then either provide an important 'top-off' charge that allows us to finish a day of work, or be taken back to camp to power a second item that night. Honest to goodness, a good product – okay, maybe not as good as goat cheese curds but at least it leaves your breath a whole heck of a lot fresher. Will Mongolia http://powerreviews.s3.amazonaws.com/images_customers/02/04/44916579_379198_full.jpg /pwr/content/02/04/44916579_379198_thumbnail.jpg North Central Mongolia Picture of Product 46750919 41424076 Approved 2013-12-26 0 0 email Verified Purchaser Verified Reviewer Great Product 5 No Good Value Reliable Performance Charges Quickly Long Lasting Powerful Value Oriented Travel Business recommended Use it to power and charge mobile phone and laptop on planes, in airports and when no outlet available. I can't tell from the directions how to charge the unit from my cigarette lighter. Mark San Francisco, CA 4417125 order_id 19549 47174138 41843369 Approved 2014-01-09 0 0 web Verified Reviewer VERY pleased with duration w Inverter 5 No Good Value Powerful Charges Quickly Long Lasting Reliable Performance Pricey But Works Value Oriented Personal Business Presentations Travel Emergency Equipment Having Around The House Portable Electronics recommended I love this product for phones, ipads, etc., but had occasion to need a power source for a critical business presentation. The task was to support a 27" flat screen monitor throughout a 2 hour presentation. I was a bit worried and arranged to borrow another Sherpa 50 for when I thought I'd need it. The first Sherpa 50 performed flawlessly and I finished my 2 hours before it gave a hint of giving up. The crowd never saw a hiccup - ACES!! Steve Southeastern MA 1166686 2013-01-16T16:33:07 PRE_SALE Scout delegate Montreal, Canada Is the Sherpa 50 capable of powering the Austin House electric travel kettle? Rating voltage: 120v/230v Rating frequency: 50/60Hz Rating power: 600W/600W If not, can the Escape 150 power pack do that? 969005 2013-01-22T10:53:10 false false Peter Washington, DC The Sherpa 50 has a maximum power rating of 75W, so it is not capable of powering this kettle, even with the inverter. 969997 2013-01-23T01:01:46 false false HMak Tokyo, Japan Dear Scout delegate, From what I can gather from your description of the Austin House electric travel kettle, the following is my response. The Sherpa 50 Portable Recharger has a maximum output of 75W when used with a Sherpa Inverter's AC output. The Escape 150 has a maximum output of 80W from its AC output. So the answer is "no, you will need the Yeti 1250 Solar Generator, which outputs a maximum of 1200W from its AC output." Hope this helps. 970877 2013-01-23T10:05:46 true false If you are using 600w then you will want to get the Yeti. They Inverters on the Sherpa and Escape will only output about 80 watts. The Extreme will only do about 400. The Yeti will output 1200 watts. If you can get back to us with more information we can help you get a more exact answer. Please email us a firstname.lastname@example.com.