The latest theme in technology today is “Green”, it stands for eco friendliness. It is obvious that our natural resources are depleting by the minute and the need for environmentally friendly products is undoubtedly inevitable. People are starting to look for alternatives that are much better yet safer to the environment. Energy efficient, non-toxic materials and non-toxic emitting devices are replacing its harmful predecessors at a very fast rate. The Wagan 2230 Solar Powered Outdoor Lantern is one of the best alternatives to gas fueled lanterns.
If you are fond of the outdoors, equipments such as lanterns are an essential tool to have the best outdoor experience. The Wagan 2230 Solar Powered Outdoor Lantern taps into the free energy of the Sun converting it into a useful bright light. All you have to do is recharge its batteries using solar energy or you can also use a 12V DC power adapter just in case the sun doesn’t show up during the day. It uses LED light that is known to produce a powerful bright light without producing so much heat compared to bulbs.
Wagan Solar Powered Outdoor Lantern is an environmentally friendly light source that can be used while camping, fishing, emergencies and other outdoors. This dual function portable LED spotlight and lantern is rechargeable by solar power or 12 volt DC power via the cigarette lighter socket of the vehicle. The efficient LED lights are adjustable to provide the best illumination and the powerful spotlight provides precise lighting. It is uniquely designed to provide a light source without any external electrical power. There is a built-in rechargeable 2.8 Ah lead acid battery. It comes with a DC charging time of 15-20 hours and solar charging time of 30-35 hours. A convenient carrying handle is attached to the lantern. Plus the handle, solar cell and lantern all rotate.
Lowest New Price: USD 32.07
- Features dual function, portable LED spotlight and lantern
- Recharge a battery via solar power (1 watt monocrystalline solar cell) or 12V DC power
- LED light is adjustable for directional illumination
- Comes with LED battery indicator
- LED spotlight lasts more than 35 hours and LED Lantern lasts more than 17 hours
Color: Green
Model: EL2230
Great Lighting Alternative
I purchased this lantern as a battery powered alternative for camping. Admittedly, my expectations were not high. It's solar powered; how great could it be? Pretty darn great, it turns out.
The adjustable solar panel is on one side, so I store mine in the window, to keep it fully charged. The led panel floods a 10-15' area with tons of light where you need it most. Unlike round lanterns, I don't have to set it in the middle of an area to be lit. I can face it forward on any flat spot or carry it by the well built handle.
The small spot light does its job too but not quite as brightly as a high powered flashlight. Still, it gives a smaller beam that allows me to find a dropped screw in the gravel or check out a far corner for "visitors."
It holds a charge for a long time, is well built, and very easy to use. Right now, mine is sitting in my car, solar panel up, just in case the wintery weather throws me a curve on the road. I love it!
good light
it works great - the only drawback is the solar panel is not attached that well since the plastic frame could break if handled rough. otherwise ok. no more battery flashlights for me!
Bright light
Purchased this lantern because of the size of the light... had purchased a cheapie from Walgreens for 1/3 the price, but that wasn't very bright and just a wind-up. So much better to have solar and a large, real bulb. It's for emergency, but I've used it a bit... and keep it charged up.
Solid design, rugged appeal
I bought two of these to take to Burning Man, not knowing what to expect, and wow, they were great. They survived two dust storms, rain and were covered with mud by the end, but I brushed them off and they're still working great. Easy to tote, compact design... the solar panel is adjustable and the fluorescent light output is sincerely potent. The only thing is, with solar in general, that they take quite awhile to power up. Highly recommended... I'm a happy customer.
Like-failed with 1st use-fix it
Would have given unit a 5 if it hadn't failed the first time I used it. I really like this lantern when it works. Note: for the warranty to be active you have to register w/in 30 days of purchase. Missed that little detail. My switch stopped turning the lantern off with 1st use. If you cannot turn it off, it is useless. Took the unit apart and a few metal flakes fell out. Jiggled the switch and reassembled. Working great now. Hopefully the problem is fixed.
The Wagan 2230 also comes with a dual function that you to either use it as a lantern or a spotlight. Another great thing about it is its energy efficiency, because one full charge of the battery could give you 17hours in lantern mode or 35hours of usage in Spotlight mode.
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