Trailrunner wrote:
Err...Brum I don't think a solar charger will work too well in a cave <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

OK, I know what you mean but I couldn't help myself <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

About that charger: Keep in mind that 12 watts is its maximum output under ideal conditions which are diferent from real world conditions. It may or may not do the job depending on your power requirements. Also its 12V output may or may not be suitable for your needs. Fine if you're charging a 12V battery but lots of equipment is not 12 volts.


Brumfield wrote:
Yeah, Kevin, I know what you mean. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> I promise to only cave in Waitomo if I need to recharge while still under ground. See how I glow wormed my way out of that one!


To charge (outdoors, above ground, during daylight <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />) my AAA, AA, C, D, and 9V batteries that power up my video, cave, and dive lights, the 12 watt solar cell will be run through my Accu-manager 20 charger which has a cigarette lighter type male adapter (12 volt). Yes, you can run 12 volt items straight off the solar panel with no charger or adapters needed.

The ads state it will charge at a maximum rate of 700m and will charge AA batteries in 3 hours. Didn't say how many batteries at one time. I was wondering if anyone had real world experience with this unit. As you know, ad hype is not always trustworthy. Brum