G1 Solar Power Lantern

Renewit Solar Limited

Solar-powered lantern with phone charging capabilities.

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Product description Brand name and product description

G1 Solar Power Lantern, manufactured by Renewit Solar Solutions is a solar-powered lamp with a dedicated phone charging circuit. The lamp is meant for wide light distribution, with 15 LEDs per light point. The phone charging port is a universal USB port, and the lamp comes with four adapters. The lamp has four LEDs to indicate the battery state of charge and one red/green charging/full indicator LED.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Middle East, Asia, and Africa

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

Renewit Solar Limited

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

22 USD

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Solar lanterns including Sun King Eco, Trony Sundial TSL02, Sun King Pro SK-301 Solar Lantern, and d.light S2.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Households

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

Mass-produced in China.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Trademarked

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

Distributed directly from the manufacturer.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

As of 2020, over 1 million lanterns have been distributed in various markets in the Middle East and Africa.

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Lamp type

Type of light bulb

LED

Number of light points

Total light output (lumens)

A measurement of the brightness level of the lantern

Low: 54 lumens, high: 140 lumens

Multiple brightness settings (yes/no)

Can the brightness level be adjusted?

Yes

Light duration on single charge (hr)

Duration of lighting after a full charge

20 hours

Mobile charging (yes/no)

Can the user easily replace the light bulb if needed?

Yes

Power source

Type of energy used to power the lantern

Solar Panel

Battery type

Type of battery used

Lithium Ion

Peak power rating (Wp)

Peak power rating of the solar panel in standardized sunlight conditions, provided by the manufacturer

3 Wp

Battery capacity (kWh; mAh)

Manufacturer-specified battery capacity

3600 mAh

Battery nominal voltage (V)

Manufacturer-specified battery voltage

3.7 V

User replaceable battery (yes/no)

Can the user easily replace the battery if needed?

Yes.

User replaceable light (yes/no)

Can the user easily replace the light bulb if needed?

Unknown

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

The Solar Lantern G1 consists of a solar PV module, a battery, a USB charging cable, a DC charging tip, and mobile charging tips (micro USB, Samsung, Mini USB, Nokia 2mm). The technical specifications of this product include:

Battery: 3.7V, 4000mAh, Lithium-Ion
Solar PV Module: 3W, Polycrystalline Silicon
Lighting Colour Characteristics: CRI 86
CCT “Cool” (5000 – 7000K)
Lumen Maintenance: 100% of the original output remains after 2,000 hours run time

Additionally, the system includes both high/low light modes and ceiling and floor hanging light features.

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by manufacturer.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

Available from the manufacturer.

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Battery Lifetime: 5 Years

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

The manufacturer claims that this product is capable of delivering up to 20 hours of light.

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Lighting Global has vetted the following quality specifications:

Truth in Advertising
Lumen Maintenance
Battery Composition, Battery Protection, Battery Durability.
Physical Ingress Protection
Water Ingress Protection
Drop Test
Soldering and Electronics Workmanship
Mechanical Durability
Minimum Warranty Terms
Performance Reporting
Circuit and Overload Protection
Hazardous Substances Ban
Battery Protection
Battery Durability
PV Overvoltage Protection
Miswiring Protection

All the features tested were approved according to Lightning Global Standards, with validity until September 20, 2021.

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

Lighting Global, in the Shenzhen Academy of Metrology and Quality Inspection.

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

Users must follow proper electrical installation and control guidelines.

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

None

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

None

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

This product complies with the Lighting Global Quality Standards.

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

This product has been tested according to the Quality Test Method stipulated in the IEC 62257 – 9 -5 Standard.

Other information

The company Renewit Solar Solutions also offers phone chargers, solar home systems, large kW solar systems, and solar Kiosk retail solutions.

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Product description Brand name and product description

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Middle East, Asia, and Africa

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

Renewit Solar Limited

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

22 USD

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Solar lanterns including Sun King Eco, Trony Sundial TSL02, Sun King Pro SK-301 Solar Lantern, and d.light S2.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Households

Manufacturing & delivery

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

Mass-produced in China.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Trademarked

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

Distributed directly from the manufacturer.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

As of 2020, over 1 million lanterns have been distributed in various markets in the Middle East and Africa.

Performance & use

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Lamp type

Type of light bulb

LED

Number of light points

Total light output (lumens)

A measurement of the brightness level of the lantern

Low: 54 lumens, high: 140 lumens

Multiple brightness settings (yes/no)

Can the brightness level be adjusted?

Yes

Light duration on single charge (hr)

Duration of lighting after a full charge

20 hours

Mobile charging (yes/no)

Can the user easily replace the light bulb if needed?

Yes

Power source

Type of energy used to power the lantern

Solar Panel

Battery type

Type of battery used

Lithium Ion

Peak power rating (Wp)

Peak power rating of the solar panel in standardized sunlight conditions, provided by the manufacturer

3 Wp

Battery capacity (kWh; mAh)

Manufacturer-specified battery capacity

3600 mAh

Battery nominal voltage (V)

Manufacturer-specified battery voltage

3.7 V

User replaceable battery (yes/no)

Can the user easily replace the battery if needed?

Yes.

User replaceable light (yes/no)

Can the user easily replace the light bulb if needed?

Unknown

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Battery: 3.7V, 4000mAh, Lithium-Ion
Solar PV Module: 3W, Polycrystalline Silicon
Lighting Colour Characteristics: CRI 86
CCT “Cool” (5000 – 7000K)
Lumen Maintenance: 100% of the original output remains after 2,000 hours run time

Additionally, the system includes both high/low light modes and ceiling and floor hanging light features.

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by manufacturer.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

Available from the manufacturer.

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Battery Lifetime: 5 Years

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

The manufacturer claims that this product is capable of delivering up to 20 hours of light.

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Lighting Global has vetted the following quality specifications:

Truth in Advertising
Lumen Maintenance
Battery Composition, Battery Protection, Battery Durability.
Physical Ingress Protection
Water Ingress Protection
Drop Test
Soldering and Electronics Workmanship
Mechanical Durability
Minimum Warranty Terms
Performance Reporting
Circuit and Overload Protection
Hazardous Substances Ban
Battery Protection
Battery Durability
PV Overvoltage Protection
Miswiring Protection

All the features tested were approved according to Lightning Global Standards, with validity until September 20, 2021.

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

Lighting Global, in the Shenzhen Academy of Metrology and Quality Inspection.

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

Users must follow proper electrical installation and control guidelines.

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

None

Research & standards

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

None

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

This product complies with the Lighting Global Quality Standards.

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

This product has been tested according to the Quality Test Method stipulated in the IEC 62257 – 9 -5 Standard.

Other information

The company Renewit Solar Solutions also offers phone chargers, solar home systems, large kW solar systems, and solar Kiosk retail solutions.

Feedback

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