How do I know that my portable, folding solar panel is working?
Check the charge indicator light or bar on the handheld electronic device or accessory. For battery charging, the product can be tested with a volt meter.
Will this product drain my battery at night?
No, the portable folding solar panel has a built-in blocking diode that prevents the solar array from discharging your battery at night.
What happens if the portable, folding solar panel gets wet?
The portable folding solar panel is made from water-resistant material. Wipe the product with a clean, dry cloth and allow the product to dry before folding for storage. DO NOT keep the product in or underwater.
Can I leave the portable, folding solar panel outside for continual use?
Yes, the portable folding solar panels are designed for portable outdoor use. To prolong the life of the portable folding solar panels we recommend once your application is finished charging wipe the product with a clean, dry cloth, allow the product to dry, fold and store.
Should the portable, folding solar panel be disconnected from the car battery when starting the engine?
No, the portable folding solar panel can remain connected and will not affect operation of the vehicle or any of the vehicle's electronic components.
Does the portable, folding solar panel store energy, so that I can use it later or at night?
No, the portable folding solar panel has no storage capacity. It simply provides flowing electricity for charging while out in the sun. However, the solar panel can be used to charge an intermediary powerpack that will store the energy to be used later or at night. Contact us to discuss the options.
Does the portable, folding solar panel work indoors?
No, the portable folding solar panel only works outdoors in the sun, but it can work even in cloudy conditions while outdoors.
How do I charge my laptop with a portable solar panel?
Laptops are tricky to charge . We recommend charging a portable external battery with solar power then using the external battery to operate your laptop. The battery/solar panel combination will depend on your unique requirements (how long the solar panel will be in the sun, how long you need to operate laptop, are there any other electronics that you need to charge, budget, etc.). Please don’t hesitate to
contact us to discuss the options.
Do I need some kind of voltage control with my folding solar panel?
If you are using either a Sunlinq 6.5 w or 12 w product no voltage control is necessary because there is voltage control built into the panel. Voltage control may be necessary for the Sunlinq 25 w or any of the P3 solar panels. Be sure to check your device or battery operating instructions for voltage input and output recommendations before charging with these solar panels.
What type of voltage control do I need for the different battery types?
No voltage control is required for the Sunlinq 6.5 w or 12 w folding solar panels because there is voltage control built into the panel. With the Sunlinq 25 w or P3 solar panels, you will most likely need the 7 amp charge controller for any lead acid battery and the voltage limiter for any other type of rechargeable battery. Be sure to check your device or battery operating instructions for voltage input and output recommendations before charging with our solar panels.
Can I connect more than one folding solar panel together?
Yes, you can connect the folding solar panels together using a “Y” cable. It is not recommended to connect a Sunlinq 6.5 w or Sunlinq 12 w to a Sunlinq 25 w or P3 solar panel because of the built in voltage limited in the Sunlinq 6.5 w or Sunlinq 12 w models. However, a Sunlinq 6.5 w can be connected to another Sunlinq 6.5 w or Sunlinq 12 w.
