The charger’s monocrystalline solar panel/module has a high efficiency of 20% and generates a 5V output at 1A. Designed with a 5V built-in regulator, the Solarade is powerful enough to charge at the same speed as a regular wall charger. For example, the device can fully charge the iPhone 5 in 1.5-2 hours.
The maximum charge rate is obtained when the solar panel is perpendicular to direct sunlight. A built-in sun-angle adjuster can be used to position the panel appropriately for the optimum exposure to sunlight. A red LED indicator light will come on when the charger is generating electrical power.
Through an integrated USB port, the Solarade can be connected to mobile devices, using a USB cable. The slim solar charger can be used to charge Apple iPhones, Samsung Galaxy phones and Tabs, iPads, GPS devices, digital cameras, e-readers, video cameras, external batteries, flashlights, and many other electronic gadgets. The Solarade is also suitable for backup DC power to charge batteries and portable equipment for hikers, travellers and off-grid power locations.