Agriculture
January 22, 2020
Updated on August 24, 2019
·Created on August 27, 2015
A solar-powered LED lamp.
A-Light SÂ is a LED lantern with solar charging capabilities intended for multipurpose lamp use.
The development started as a collaboration of Ambros Huber with the Agency for International Development Solar Project Freilassing E.V.. The production is now carried out by Ambros Huber .
Market Suggested Retail Price
$93.00
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
Development is carried out by A-Light S. Implementation is done in partnership with various non-profits, for example INTERSOL-Exkursion in 2011.
Manufacturing/Building Method
The production of the A-Light S is carried out by the company Ambros Huber Kunststofftechnik. Purchased parts are - when possible - based in Germany or Europe.
Intellectural Property Type
Patent Protected
User Provision Model
Product can only be ordered from the A-Light SÂ website. It can be shipped fully assembled or with a do-it-yourself construction kit. AÂ user manual, flyer, and cellphone charge manual are all available online.
Distributions to Date Status
4000 units have been distributed, as of August 2016interview with representative.
Lamp type
LED
Number of light points
1
Total light output (lumens)
Low: 10 lumens, medium: 80 lumens, high: 180 lumens
Multiple brightness settings (yes/no)
Yes
Light duration on single charge (hr)
Low: 120 hours, medium: 14 hours, high: 6 hours
Mobile charging (yes/no)
Yes
Power source
Solar panel
Battery type
Lithium ion
Battery capacity (kWh; mAh)
4400mAh
Battery nominal voltage (V)
3.7V
User replaceable battery (yes/no)
Yes
User replaceable light (yes/no)
Unknown
Design Specifications
Components • Battery capacity: 4400 mAh (Battery is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery). • Nominal voltage: 3.7 V • Foldout hanger • Microprocessor controlled hardware with various protection features • Schockproof and watertight housing according to IP67 • Product Dimensions (cm) (LxWxH): 7.0 x 8.0 x 14.5 • Weight (kg): .24
Technical Support
Operation Manual available online. A Light S also provides contact information on the website.
Replacement Components
Provided by A-Light S.
Lifecycle
A-Light S suggests the user to send back the lamp with the solar panel for disposal since they may not be disposed of in municipal waste. Warranty specified in user manual, however no duration is given. Lifetime depends on usage and is possible up to 10 years.interview with representative
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
Performance Targets • LED: Cree Xlamp, 2 Watts, 180 lumen • Battery: lithium-ion, 3.7 V, 4400 mAh: 80% charged in 4 hrs of direct sunlight • 3 Brightness levels:
Vetted Performance Status
None.
Safety
No listed hazard.
Complementary Technical Systems
A-Lights S offers a list of accessories to accommodate the panel and light, including a DC charger and an AC charger, and a USB voltage converter and adapter to charge mobile devices.
Academic Research and References
Chen, W., Lemes, A., Moorthy, A., Strickland, L., Zhu, Y., Renewable energy at the base of the pyramid in Haiti [Internet]. Ann Arbor (MI): University of Michigan; 2014 Apr 22 [cited 2015 Jun 10].
Solanki, C.S., Mudaliar, S., Strategies to target rural PV market in developing countries – a perspective. PVSC. 2010 Jun 20-25;35:2392-2396.
Compliance with regulations
Other Information
For larger projects, the A-Light S can also be supplied in kit and assembled in Solar local workshops. Due to the frequent demand and the expected reduction in manufacturing costs due to higher volumes, the A-Light S exists in a slightly modified version for private clients: The M-Lumi.
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