Anyone know which one is better? Allpowers or Instpark? I'm specifically comparing the Allpowers 28W AND the Instapark 27W foldable solar panels.
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I've had the instapark 27w for several months now and wow it works great. The only issue but not a big deal make sure you utilize all the panels, meaning to make sure they are all open and facing the sun to maximize wattage gathering.
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I never heard of Allpark, but have many Instapark solar products and have given many as gifts. Good solid products and they have GREAT customer service people. If you have any questions, they answer the phone just about immediately and if on weekends, you can email and they usually get back to you even when the offices are closed. The Instapark 27 charges up my ipad or phone quickly, and works great. No experience with Allpowers.
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I have never tried the Allpowers brand. I remember considering them but went with the Instapark due to the reviews being slightly better. Also the Instapark is smaller than the Allpowers.I bought the 10w first, and was happy enough that I bought the 27w. While I have not yet had a chance to run it throu all the paces, I can tell you that:on February 6th, in Portland OR (@45 parallel), the sun less than 30degrees above the horizon, full overcast with just enough sun coming thru to have very light shadows... I was able to charge my Samsung phone while it was on at about 12% an hour. Both the 10w and 27w work well in low light conditions. I have never tried the Allpowers brand. I remember considering them but went with the Instapark due to the reviews being slightly better. Also the Instapark is smaller than the Allpowers.I bought the 10w first, and was happy enough that I bought the 27w. While I have not yet had a chance to run it throu all the paces, I can tell you that:on February 6th, in Portland OR (@45 parallel), the sun less than 30degrees above the horizon, full overcast with just enough sun coming thru to have very light shadows... I was able to charge my Samsung phone while it was on at about 12%... » Read More I have never tried the Allpowers brand. I remember considering them but went with the Instapark due to the reviews being slightly better. Also the Instapark is smaller than the Allpowers.I bought the 10w first, and was happy enough that I bought the 27w. While I have not yet had a chance to run it throu all the paces, I can tell you that:on February 6th, in Portland OR (@45 parallel), the sun less than 30degrees above the horizon, full overcast with just enough sun coming thru to have very light shadows... I was able to charge my Samsung phone while it was on at about 12% an hour. Both the 10w and 27w work well in low light conditions. « Show Less
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If your using it for laptop and cell phone charging I would go with the allpowers as it comes with tips. If it's for 12v battery charging I would go with the instapark as they also sell a $20 PWM adapter for charging 12v batteries, that's what I bought and it works well.
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All solar panels regardless, solid or folding have to be rated by wattage. As far as the 2 compare;they are both made in china. Myself I prefer Instapark because of the material and the hookup. Dealt with Instapark several times with great satisfaction.It was used this fall to go hunting and it kept all the cell phones charged.It was used with a jumpstarter;the kids played games all week on their cells and never wanted for power.
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The one I bought was 30 watts, but you can get different wattages in their line. The Instapark they mention here are the brackets you buy to mount your panel. It is not a solar panel.
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From My experience the "30 amp" Sunforce controller is not robust enough for the output of the 4 158 Watt panels. I had to buy an Outback controller. Because there does not seem to be a good inexpensive controller in the realm of 30 to 60 amps out there. You could get 2 controllers and split the panels. A little more info on the Sunforce controller, they die quietly for the most part, and there are some Websites out there that may have figured out a way to beef up the controller. The world of solar is very seductive and can suck your wallet dry in minutes... or months. If you are just trying to supplement your home use, and do not need power at night, you should consider getting a 500 watt grid tie inverter. During the day the inverter will produce power, and run reduce the speed of the electric meter, if it makes more than you are using it will run the meter backwards.They plug right into the house, and they have island protection, meaning that if the power goes out the inverter stop. Amazon has them,
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http://www.genesispure.com/product/energy.php vs http://www.advocare.com/products/active/A2412.aspx ...... GURANTEE that the genesis Pure energy is way better for you. Please let me know what you think. Tan124888@att.net
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I had the exact same issue. Duracell changed the connector on the Powerpack Pro 600 and I could not connect the solar panel to the new DC input (car cigarette lighter shaped) plug on the Powerpack. I called InstaPark and spoke to some one who was aware of Duracell's change and InstaPark was able to provide me with a cable to make the connection.
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Hi, Jamie and J. Peltz: Is battery from swifferbattery.com good? I am thinking to get one too. Thx!
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Hello. From my understanding and current tests. The higher capacity device will pull 2A. And the lower end device will pull 1A. I have ordered a USB Meter to see if either USB port is designated solely for 2A. So far. The panels put out great power and I am satisfied. I haw changed an iPhone4, iPad mini no retina, lg android, 12000 Mah newtrent power extreme battery bank, 5200 Mah brightech battery bank, and eneloop rechargeable batteries with the eneloop USB charge adapter. All devices function and chare fine. The phones and tablets will read an error of power soure of the panels are not in direct sunlight. It's an easy fix. Just position the panels on the sun again. I highly recommend a external battery bank. This way you store the unused power. No sense in wasting free juice. Hope this helps.
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The Watts is a better tool and easier to use. I am very happy with the device. I would recommend.
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Bruce, I got ripped off by Sunny Eco Tech. First they sent the wrong power adapter, then when I sent it back, they did not refund my money or send any merchandise. A complete rip-off. I would recomend anywhere BUT Sunny Eco Tech.
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Hi, Just wanted to get back to you... recharge of your Sherpa 50 or 100 or what ever you might be purchasing, recharging the unit depends on the solar panel. I personally bought the goal zero nomad 27 for a faster charge which I can piggy back with the nomad 13 the sherpa 50 came with, so I can get a full recharge on the Sherpa in 2 to 3 hrs. If you go this route, you will need to purchase the goal zero 4.7 to 8mm input cable to connect nomad 27 to Sherpa 50. there are other options for solar panels, but the nomad 27 is light and folds up small for my backpack. Hope this helps you. You can call goal zero directly and they can help you decide what you need. Hi, Just wanted to get back to you... recharge of your Sherpa 50 or 100 or what ever you might be purchasing, recharging the unit depends on the solar panel. I personally bought the goal zero nomad 27 for a faster charge which I can piggy back with the nomad 13 the sherpa 50 came with, so I can get a full recharge on the Sherpa in 2 to 3 hrs. If you go this route, you will need to purchase the goal zero 4.7 to 8mm input cable to connect nomad 27 to Sherpa 50. there are other options for solar panels, but the nomad 27 is light and folds up small for my backpack. Hope this helps you. You can... » Read More Hi, Just wanted to get back to you... recharge of your Sherpa 50 or 100 or what ever you might be purchasing, recharging the unit depends on the solar panel. I personally bought the goal zero nomad 27 for a faster charge which I can piggy back with the nomad 13 the sherpa 50 came with, so I can get a full recharge on the Sherpa in 2 to 3 hrs. If you go this route, you will need to purchase the goal zero 4.7 to 8mm input cable to connect nomad 27 to Sherpa 50. there are other options for solar panels, but the nomad 27 is light and folds up small for my backpack. Hope this helps you. You can call goal zero directly and they can help you decide what you need. « Show Less
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I have 820 watts of solar and I have the Morningstar MPPT 45 with 6 batteries and works fine. The mppt 45 will only allow me 45 amps, but if I produce more it will not hurt that controller.
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I purchased a 60 watt solar panel to charge this unit, but have not tested it. My son also has the Duracell DRPP600 and he purchased a 100 watt solar panel. The main difference is that he can charge the Duracell unit in a shorter period of time than i can. I have even seen this unit being sold with a 30 watt panel. I recommend a 60 watt or above.
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According to their website, it will solar charge all iPods, all iPhones and all iPads. In sunny conditions, it is as fast or if not, faster than the mains! If I were you, I would go to their site for more info and perhaps download the sCharger 14 manual. It's very informative! Hope this helps and good luck with it. I absolutely love mine!
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Hi Getpreparedstuff,Are you able to share with me the model of the solar charge controller that you use? Thanks. -David
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Just because the panels are 100 w each dosen'T mean you will receive 100w all the time. 100w is the best you are going to get at top conditions. perfect alinment, perfect sky, alinement faceing sun all the day, so don't expect 100w all the time. There could be a haze between you and the sun,Wire size, conectors , if you are using it to charge batteries, Every thing can efect your wattage.
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I highly recommend using a charge controller with any solar panel to eliminate problems that you are speaking of. After I started using a charge controller I have not had any problems at all. Even on a 5 watt panel I would use a charge controller.
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I have several solar panels. I started out with the MC4 connecters but found them both very un-reliable and hard to work with. I would lose power on a/some panels, trace the problem/s to the connectors (always). I simply replaced the line coming out of the panels with some long enough to run to weather proof plastic junction boxes, running the positive leads into one and the negative to the others. Out of those to my charge controller. Problems ended, and WAY lower cost than those MC4 connectors and the over priced branch connector un-reliable cables or over priced boxes.