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Updated on January 14, 2024
·Created on April 4, 2016
The PackLite Nova USB is a compact, lightweight, and solar-rechargeable inflatable lantern.
Engineered by LuminAID, the PackLite Nova USB is an indoor and outdoor compact, solar-powered light that twists flat and inflates into a lightweight, portable lantern.
A video introducing the product here.
Target SDGs
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being
Market Suggested Retail Price
$24.99
Target Users (Target Impact Group)
Household
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
LuminAID. The organization is also looking for retailers worldwide.
Competitive Landscape
Direct competitors include MPOWERD Luci Original and Sun King Pro SK-301 Solar Lantern.
Manufacturing/Building Method
This product is mass produced.
Intellectural Property Type
Patent
User Provision Model
The lamp can be purchased through LuminAID online shop, or Amazon.
Distributions to Date Status
The exact number PackLite Nova USBs distributed is unknown. However, since 2012 more than 50,000 LuminAid solar lanterns have been distributed across more than 50 countries including Haiti and Nepal. Much of this work has been done through the Give Light, Get Light program. Further information about the milestones here.
Lamp type
LED
Number of light points
1
Total light output (lumens)
Turbo: 75, high: 50, medium: 25, low: 12, flashing: 12
Multiple brightness settings (yes/no)
Yes
Light duration on single charge (hr)
Turbo: 3-5 hrs, high: 6-8 hrs, medium: 12-14, low: 18-24, flashing: 36-48
Mobile charging (yes/no)
No
Power source
Solar Panel
Battery type
Lithium-Polymer Ion
Peak power rating (Wp)
Unknown
Battery capacity (kWh; mAh)
Unknown
Battery nominal voltage (V)
Unknown
User replaceable battery (yes/no)
No
User replaceable light (yes/no)
Unknown
Design Specifications
Design specifications include an inflatable body with 4-settings LED light (TURBO, High, Medium, Low, and Flashing) and a Lithium-Polymer Ion battery. The upper face integrates the solar panel, a 5V Micro USB Input charging port, the ON bottom, and 4 LED battery indicators plus a red charging LED that displays when the solar panel is exposed to the sun. The product also has an adjustable strap for easy hanging. It weighs 0.14 kgs and its dimension are 15.24 x 15.24 x 2,.4 cm (W x L x H) when flat and 15,24 x 12,07 x 15,24 cm when inflated.
Technical Support
Technical support is provided by LuminAID.
Replacement Components
This product specific replacement components are provided by LuminAID.
Lifecycle
Lithium-Polymer Ion battery has more than 10,000 lifetime hours. This product has a 1-year full warranty and 2-years of storage life.
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
After the 2010 Haiti Earthquake design students Anna Stork and Andrea Sreshta (co-founders of LuminAID) identified the lack of proper light among the products that were being distributed (medical supplies, shelters, etc). Upon this observation they created this lightweight, rechargeable solar lantern that eliminates the need for kerosene and candles, is portable, and can be easily distributed.
Vetted Performance Status
When recharged within 10 hours of sun, the PackLite Nova USB gives over 3-5 hours of highest brightness setting (up to 75 lumens with TURBO), 6-8 hours of high setting, 12-14 hours of medium setting, from 18-24 hours of low setting, and multiple days on flashing setting. The rechargeable battery has more than 10,000 lifetime hours. This product is waterproof and can float up to 1 meter deep.
Safety
No potential hazards are listed.
Complementary Technical Systems
None
Academic Research and References
Joyashree, R., Sebak, J., 1998, Solar lanterns for rural households, Vol 23, 1, pp 67-68.
Louie, H., 2018, Solar Lanterns and Solar Home Systems, Off-Grid Electrical Systems in Developing Countries
Compliance with regulations
This product is 100% PVC-free, lead-free and RoHs compliant.
Evaluation methods
No third-party technical evaluation is available. However, the PackLite Nova USB is rated 4.5/5 on Amazon (on 324 reviews) and 5/5 on LuminAID‘s page (based on 1358 reviews)
Other Information
Possibility to customize the lamps with logo or design. Minimum order quantity for custom printing starts at 120 units. LuminAID also sells its color-changing Spectra USB lantern. Video about LuminAID Video about the PackLite Nova USB To purchase product visit LuminAID online shop, or Amazon.
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