Agriculture
December 31, 2023
Biolite Solar Home 620
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BioLite
Updated on January 3, 2024
·Created on August 27, 2015
A solar-powered lighting and phone charging device.
The Barefoot Connect 620 is a solar powered lighting and phone charging device. Designed for plug-and-play use, the product does not require trained service for installation. The product includes a battery controller that provides constant power through USB and 12V outputs. The unit can be expanded to a 30W or 60W system with an upgraded battery. The unit includes 2 LED lights and has 2 USB outlets for charging.
Barefoot Power is located in Epping, Australia with additional operations in Bangalore, India, China, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda and Uganda.
Target SDGs
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
Market Suggested Retail Price
$100.00
Target Users (Target Impact Group)
Household, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
The Barefoot Connect 620 ships internationally. Local distributors can be found through Barefoot Power.
Competitive Landscape
Direct competitors include Azuri 10W Quad Solar Home System, Azuri 50W, TV120 Solar Home System, Azuri 15W Quad 600 Solar Home System, Azuri Duo Solar Home System, and ReadySet Power System.
Manufacturing/Building Method
Mass producedInterview with representative
Intellectural Property Type
Trade Secret
User Provision Model
Ships internationally, contact Barefoot Power for local distributors
Distributions to Date Status
Over 600,000 Barefoot Power products have been distributed worldwide as of 2015.
Description of power outputs
2 USB and 1 DC outlet
Description of light points
2 LEDs
Total lighting service (lumen-hours per solar-day)
Unknown
Peak power rating (Wp)
6 Wp
Battery capacity (kWh; mAh)
4,500 mAh
Nominal battery voltage (V)
12 V
Battery type
Unknown
User replaceable battery (yes/no)
Yes
Remote system diagnostics (yes/no)
No
Payment structure
Purchase outright
Mobile service required (yes/no)
No
Design Specifications
The Barefoot Connect 620 includes a 6 watt solar panel, 12 V 4.5 Ah battery, two LED lights and two USB outputs for device charging.
Technical Support
Provided by Barefoot Power
Replacement Components
Replacement components are available separately Interview with representative
Lifecycle
24 month warranty provided by Barefoot Power for all Connect systems and components
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
Performance targets: • 2 LED lamps provide 6 hours of light from one charge • System can be upgraded from 12 V 4.5 Ah battery, 6W solar panel system
Vetted Performance Status
The Barefoot Connect 600 has been vetted by Lighting Global, but the Barefoot Connect 620 has not.
Safety
Be sure to follow proper electrical installation and control guidelines.
Complementary Technical Systems
Academic Research and References
Johnstone, P., Jacobson, A., Mills, E., Mumbi, M., 2009, Self-reported impacts of LED lighting technology compared to fuel-based lighting on night market business prosperity in Kenya. Arcata (CA): Humboldt State University
Furukawa, C., 2013, Do solar lamps help children study? contrary evidence from a pilot study in Uganda. The Journal of Development Studies., 50(2), pp. 319-341.
Andrews, H., 2015, Barefoot Power: a case study in Uganda. Microfranchising: How Social Entrepreneurs are Building a New Road to Development.,19, pp. 50-68.
Craine, S., 2011, Barefoot angels: six years, one million people. Ethical Investor., 96, p. 16.
Da Silva, I.P., et al.,2015, Innovative energy access for remote areas: “the LUAV-light up a village project”. Decentralized Solutions for Developing Economies., pp. 167-175
Compliance with regulations
Complies with IEC 62257-9-5 Email with representative
Evaluation methods
Unknown
Other Information
None
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