Panasonic Corp.’s dual-purpose solar lantern will make its way to Africa in December providing users with the opportunity to light their homes while charging small mobile devices.
The functions of the BG-BL03 Solar LED Lantern, such as 360-degree illumination and a charging time of approximately six hours, make it practical and convenient for everyday use in these areas. The new portable lantern, with a 3.5-watt output solar panel and a USB port, offers a clean and safe alternative as a light source as well as a power source, said the statement. It can be used safely in rain, as it comes with an ingress protection rating of IP34 set by the International Electro-technical Commission (IEC) for dust and water resistance.
One of the first countries in Africa to see this product will be Kenya alongside Asian countries of Myanmar, Cambodia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, and Malaysia.
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