The Goal Zero Switch 8 Solar Kit consists of the Goal Zero Nomad 3.5 Solar Panel and the Goal Zero Switch 8 Recharger.

With these pieces of high-tech equipment, you will be able to have power to draw wherever you are.

You will be able to charge your mobile phone, your electronic tablet, your GPS unit and many more electronic devices from a wall socket, a vehicle cigarette lighter socket or the sun.

And if you need more power to charge a bigger electrical item, it is possible to link several Goal Zero Switch 8 Rechargers together to supply more power.

The Goal Zero Switch 8 Solar Kit is light and convenient to carry around with you, the solar panel, for example, folds up to an easily packed size.

Features

• Power your phone, iPad, GPS and more
• Charge cordless battery from sun or USB source
• High-efficiency, rugged, lightweight monocrystalline solar panel folds small
• Pocket to protect your gear while charging
• You can chain multiple rechargers together for more power
• Personalize your Switch with interchangeable tips (sold separately)

Includes

• Nomad 3.5 Solar Panel
• Switch 8 Recharger

Nomad 3.5 Solar Panel Specification

• Usage
• Charges following products with approx charge time
• Goal Zero Switch 8: 5-10 hrs
• Goal Zero Guide 10: 6-12 hrs
• Cell phone, MP3 player: 2-5 hrs
• Inputs
• Solar panel rated wattage: 3.5W
• Cell type: Monocrystalline
• Open-circuit voltage: 6.5-7V
• Converting efficiency: 17-18%
• Cell area: 0.0199 sq m
• Outputs
• USB port: 5V, 0.5A max (2.5W), linear regulated
• Solar port (for Guide 10): 6-6.5V, 0.5A max (3.0W), not regulated
• General
• Weight: 220 g (8 oz)
• Dimensions: 16.5 x 2.5 x 14 cm (6.5 x 1 x 5.5 inches)
• Warranty: 12 months
• Certification: FCC, CE
• Optimal operating temperature: 0 to 120°F (-17 to +48°C)

Switch 8 Recharger Specification

• Charge Times
• Charges from following products (with approx charge time)
• General USB: 4 hrs (depending on USB capability)
• Nomad 7 USB: 3-6 hrs
• Nomad 3.5 USB: 6-12 hrs
• Inputs
• USB port (style depends on cap used): 5V, 0-1A (5W max)
• Outputs
• USB port (style depends on cap used): 5V, 0-1A (5W max), regulated
• Internal
• Battery type: Lithium-ion (NMC)
• Battery capacity: 8W (1 x 3.6V, 2.2Ah cell)
• Battery voltage range 3.0-4.2V
• Lifespan: Hundreds of cycles
• General
• Weight: 113 g (4 oz)
• Dimensions: 2.5 x 2.5 x 12.7 cm (1 x 1 x 5 inches)
• Warranty: 12 months
• Shelf life: Charge every 3-4 months
• Tested and certified: FCC, CE
• Operating usage temperature: 32-104°F (0-40°C)