This product is no longer for sale, it has been replaced with Li-Po Rider.
The solar charger is a stackable shield to Arduino compatible platforms, enables adaptive battery power and act as energy harvester for in-field charging. You may use various batteries just to shift up for 5V output, or put on Li-ion battery and solar panel to form an autonomous sensor unit.
Charging:
- Auto adjust charging current according to source capabilityÂ
- Designed for inconstant supply like solar panelÂ
- Optimized charging curve for Li-ion batteriesÂ
- Charging status indicator
Supplying:
- 4.4 - 6V input voltageÂ
- 5VDC regulated output Â
- Max 500mA outputÂ
- Max 87% conversion efficiencyÂ
- Build-in 1A over current protection
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