Can it be charged with a solar panel when hiking?
1605613
If the solar panel puts out the right voltage and amperage (e.g. what a standard USB charger would do), I can't see why it couldn't charge the Astro E5 15000mAh. Just keep in mind that this is a pretty big battery so even on my 2amp Samsung Galaxy Tab USB charger it takes about 8 hrs to charge.
1605614
No it can not! The only way to charge the charge is to plug it in to a power outlet
1605615
If that solar panel can charge via USB @ at the minimum amperage, I don't see why not.
1210256
Yes! it has dual charging options, it can be charged via the included solar panel and via any wall outlet.
759374
Hi, Yes, you can keep this system connected to the solar panels or you can purchase a wall ac charger that you can plug into a wall ac outlet to keep the system charged. We offer the wall chargers on our website. Thanks
1407763
No. No and No. No solar panel is designed for direct load to a cooler. Designed to trickle charge a battery for maintance only. 1.25 amp at 12 volts max output under perfect conditions.
467666
The dock charges with a USB connection. A portable charger with USB port will work. When not hiking, turn the power off. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OHZVN5U/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?qid=1432843549&sr;=8-11π=AC_SX110_SY165_FMwebp_QL70&keywords;=portable+charger
181993
My friend had one on our AT long distance hiking trip and we rocked all day and he was able to charge his phone every evening. Worked really well even with the shade from the forest canopy, as we only had "on grid" power maybe once every 5-7 days. I'm buying my own now.
1998465
If you mean for recharging the pack, no, you cannot. This will charge via the sun, or via the USB port. Now, if you want to power a wireless charging pad with this, and the charging pad has a USB input, you can do that, so long as the charging pad requires less than 1A of current.
761864
I purchased this also to charge on my back country backpack trips. I use a 7 watt solar charger. Price and weight were the criteria for both.
1069973
Yes, just connect it independently to the batteries(not through the solar charge controller).
443419
The Goal Zero Boulder 15 can charge 12V batteries. This solar panel can produce up to 1A of output. For example, if the battery is rated at 12Ah, it will take 12 hours of optimal sunlight to charge the battery. The sportsman guide has a 12V battery, so it should be able to charge your device. On a side note, the output from the solar panel is unregulated; so it is possible you could overcharge your battery. I hope this answer helps.
816226
You wouldn't need to charge this as it is a charger. Whatever you could charge with a solar charger you could charge with this provided the connections are compatible.
1864410
It folds into a small A4 sized pack. I've gone hiking with it before in this same configuration that you've mentioned. But you do have to put up with the panels flapping around. Also, the charging ability isn't particularly efficient unless you are walking with the sun directly on your pack. If I recall correctly, it charged my iPhone 4S by about 2% after walking for about 20 mins. Then again, the sun was in my face at the time.But to answer your question simply, it won't break. But you do need to lash it properly so that it doesn't shift around.
693764
I do not know for sure. I think if the solar panels can charge a gel battery you could. This is a great battery and runs our trolling motor for 5 hours. I want to put this battery on my trailer and plan to use solar.
1637053
Yes. I have the Goal Zero Nomad 7 Solar Panel, which puts out 7 watts of power and I charge these batteries with it via the 12v attachment and it works great!
1987317
Yes you can just make sure the solar collector panel will get sun to recharge or use an external collector plugged into the unit. Great for an interior shed or area with no sun if you have that external piece.
877912
The solar charge rate is very slow. Depending on bright sunlight and several days I guess you could.
40891
I'm not sure but I believe it can only be charged electrically. I attempted to charge mine in the sun but it didn't charge.