What’s In The Box
The standard i100 (2xWM) comes with:
The i150 unit with a built-in 12Ah lithium (LiPo) battery
A 40W solar panel
Three wall-mounted LED lights
One outdoor floodlight (IP65 rated)
The unit can run up to four lights, so you can add more later.
What It Can Power
- Four LED lights with two brightness settings (0.6W dim, 3.5W full)
- Phones and tablets through two USB ports (2A total)
- Small 12V appliances through the 12V socket (up to 2A)
It can’t run 220V appliances like kettles, irons, stoves or fridges.
The i150 Pre-Paid
The i150 Pre-Paid lets people pay for solar power as they use it. It works like prepaid airtime:
- The customer pays a local vendor at a point of sale.
- The vendor gives them a PIN.
- The customer enters the PIN on the unit, and it runs for 30 days.
Programmes can use it as an instalment plan or as a permanent rental.
i150 Range Versions
i150 3XWM 1XFL
The standard version with two USB ports.
i150 4 USB 3XWM 1XFL
Four USB ports.
i150 6 USB 3XWM 1XFL
Six USB ports and four separate light switches.
i150 PRE PAID 3XWM 1XFL
The standard version with PIN-based pay as you go.
Please enquire for pricing and bulk orders.
Specifications
| Battery | 12V 12Ah lithium (LiPo), 156Wh |
|---|---|
| Solar panel | 40W monocrystalline or polycrystalline |
| Charge controller | MPPT, with low-battery cut-out |
| Lights | 3 wall-mounted LED lights and 1 outdoor IP65 floodlight |
| Light power | 0.6W dim, 3.5W full |
| USB | 2 ports, 2A total (4 and 6-port versions available) |
| 12V socket | 2A maximum |
| Input voltage | 18 to 22V DC |
| Light on a full charge | 10+ hours |
| Charge time | 3.5 to 4 hours |
| Days without sun | 2 to 5, depending on use |
| Unit size | 170 x 110 x 240mm |
| Weight | 6.4kg (unit only, without panel) |
| Warranty | 12 months from Microtronix Manufacturing. The battery is covered by the supplier's warranty. |
Where The i150 Is Used
Ekurhuleni, Gauteng (2014 to 2017) – Informal settlements, for the City of Ekurhuleni with Segametsi.
Seronga and Maun, Botswana (2023 and ongoing) – Great Plains Conservation’s Solar Mamas programme.
i150 Questions
What's the difference between the i100 and the i150?
The i150 has a bigger battery (12Ah instead of 8Ah), and it comes with an outdoor floodlight and a 12V socket as standard. The i150 is also the one with a prepaid version.
How does the prepaid version work?
The customer buys a PIN from a vendor and enters it on the unit. The system then runs for 30 days, after which they buy a new PIN.
What can I plug into the 12V socket?
Small 12V appliances and chargers that draw up to 2A. It won’t run 220V appliances.
How long does the i150 run on a full charge?
10 hours or more, depending on how many lights are on and the brightness setting.
Can I charge the i150 without the sun?
Yes. We supply an 18 to 20V 2A mains adapter, the same one that comes with the i100 EBL.
Is the i150 the same as the i150 Gold?
Yes. The i150 Gold was renamed the i150.
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