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Lion Safari LT 500 Portable Solar Generator

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Current price $499.00
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Lion Energy Safari LT 500 Portable Solar Generator is the ultimate in portable power. It's lightweight to take with you on your camping trip or weekend getaway, provides 500 watts of continuous power for longer periods of time than other generators, and does it all without ever using fuel. Whether you're out in the wilderness or at home but without power, Lion Energy has your back!

If you’ve been unlucky enough to have a black-out at your camp site before, then worry not! The all new Lion Energy Safari LT portable solar generator is the perfect solution for any outdoor enthusiast who wants to be free from power outages.

With 450wH of stored power, this sleek and lightweight model will never leave you without light again! And even if it does run out of juice, just give it some sunlight for an hour or two and it can generate enough energy to take care of up to 10 hours worth of use! Keep the outdoors as pristine as possible with this handy gadget around.

Includes FREE Set of 3 LED String Lights (Normally $35)

This means that you'll be able to recharge your iPhone 68 times, your laptop 9 times, run a TV for 5 hours, or run a mini fridge or 6 hours, making it one of the biggest yet lightest portable generators in its class.

Never Get Caught Without Power Again.

With a lifetime of more than 1000 charge cycles, the Safari LT 500 solar generator can be drained and recharged over and over. This means that your Safari LT generator has one of the longest life ratings in the industry because it boasts Lion Energy's Lithium based batteries.  Talk about bang for you buck.

The Perfect Portable Power Solution.

With its impressive battery life combined with powerful inverter you'll be able to do everything from run your electric tools and jump your vehicle to run lighting and even cook meals.  It makes the Safari LT a perfect option for back up power to full-time van lifers.

Lion Energy Safari LT Solar Generator 500 Specs:

  • Inverter: 500 Watt
  • Rated Battery Capacity: 450wH
  • Battery Type: Lithium ion
  • Lifecycles: 1000+
  • Shelf Life / Holds Charge: 1+ year
  • Warranty Period: 1 year Life Cycles Charge Time
  • Output: 4 USB / 2 AC / 12V
  • Input: Solar / AC Wall / 12V
  • Weight: 11 lbs
  • Product Dimensions (LxWxH): 11.8” x 6.5” x 7.3” 
  • Charge time from zero (Wall Charger): 9 hours
  • Charge time from zero (Lion 100W Solar Panel): 5 to 7 hours
  • INCLUDES: 1 x Lion Energy Safari LT 500 AC Wall Charger

What Can You Power With The Lion Safari LT 500 Generator?

  •  Smartphones (5-7 watts): 65+ hours
  •  Tablets (25-40 watts): 15+ hours
  •  Laptops (50 watts): 9+ hours
  •  Electric Blanket (Queen Size, 75 watts): 6 hours
  •  50" LED LCD TV* (65 watts) : 7 hours
  •  Refrigerator* (55 watts): 7+ hours
  •  Chainable USB LED Lights (6 watts) : 75 hours

What Can You Plugin To The Lion Safari LT 500 Solar Generator?

The Safari LT has a 500 watt inverter and comes with the following plugs for your appliances, electronics and other power needs:

  • AC Outputs (Standard Wall Plugs) - 2X
  • USB Outputs - 4X
  • 12 Volt 10Amp - 1X
  • 12 Volt 5Amp - 4X

What's Included With My Order? 

  • 1 x Lion Safari LT 500 Solar Generator
  • 1 x Lion Energy Safari LT 500 AC Wall Charger
  • 1 x Set of 3 Chain-able LED Lights
  • Free Shipping

There are three ways to charge the Safari LT:

1. Charge from a solar panel ● Insert the Anderson™ side of the solar panel charging cable (red and black end) to the solar socket on the front of the unit (red to red and black to black connection). The other end of the solar panel cable should be connected to the solar panel. Solar panel needs to be in direct sunlight.

2. Charge from the wall outlet ● Insert the Anderson into the solar charging port of the unit. Plug the other end of the wall charger into the wall outlet.

3. Charge from a car cigarette lighter (12V) socket ● Insert the Anderson (red/black) end of the cigarette cable (12V) to the Solar / Auto charger input socket on the unit. Plug the cigarette (12V) end of the cable into the car cigarette lighter socket in the car. The car must be running for the cigarette charger to charge the unit.

Frequently Asked Question About The Lion Energy Safari LT 500 Solar Generator:

What does the Safari LT 500 Do?

The Safari LT is the latest in Lithium battery technology for portable power needs. It replaces traditional noisy gas generators with the safest Lithium batteries on the market today. It is a light weight and powerful solar power unit.

What Can It Power?

You can use it to power a wide variety of devices like cell phones, laptops, tablets, mini-fridges, TVs, lights, hot plates, power tools, and the list goes on. Any device that requires less than 550 watts, the Safari LT can power it. 

Can It Be Charged With Solar Panels?

Absolutely! The Safari LT is a great energy storage unit for solar power from solar panels. It can store 450Wh (watt hrs).

How Long Will It Hold A Charge?

It will maintain its charge for about 6 months without having to charge it. This is known as shelf life or storage life. We recommend using it more frequently than every 6 months, though. That being said, it's also a great back-up power supply in case of an emergency or power outage.

Does It Work In Rough Weather Conditions?

The Safari LT performs great in most weather conditions.

What's The Rated Capacity?

It is a 12V, 450Wh (watt hours or how much energy it can store), 500W (watts or how much power it can output at a time).

How Long Will It Last?

The Safari LT can last for years if you take care of it and comes with a 1 year warranty.

 

How Do I Maintain My Safari LT 500 Solar Generator?

The Safari LT is virtually maintenance free—no water or fluids to put in it, no messy water or acid to clean up. It can even sit without using it for up to a six months or more. However, we do recommend using it at more frequent than that.

Includes FREE Set of 3 LED String Lights! (Shipped with your generator)

Lion Energy Safari LT 500 Portable Solar Generator + Free Shipping


What is the Shop Solar Kits returns policy?

Returns are free in the first 30 days with no restocking or processing fees, although the customer must pay for the return shipping costs. See our complete return policy on our Shipping, Deliver, and Returns page.

What’s covered by the Shop Solar Kits returns policy?

Our returns policy covers all purchases made through Shop Solar Kits. For warranty issues, as authorized distributors, we honor the full manufacturer warranty of ALL the brands on our website. See our complete returns and warranty policies on our Shipping, Deliver, and Returns page.

How long will it take to receive my Shop Solar Kits order?

All orders are processed within 72 hours and you can expect delivery within 5 to 10 business days. You will receive access to our customer portal after ordering, where it is easy to track all your shipments. See our Shipping, Delivery and Returns page for more details.

What are the financing and payment options at Shop Solar Kits?

We offer several ways to pay to make getting your solar kit simple:

  • Credit Card: if the purchase is greater than your card’s limit, you can split the cost onto multiple cards as well as Paypal, financing through Affirm, and ACH/bank transfer
  • You can arrange financing during the checkout process, see our Financing page for more details

How does the Shop Solar Kits Lifetime Support work?

Our legendary lifetime customer support has helped make us the #1 solar kit retailer. 

We have a dedicated team of solar professionals standing by to help you navigate the world of solar with ease. From selecting the perfect solar kit to installation and beyond, we provide support and expertise at every step of the journey.

If you need help with ordering, shipping, troubleshooting, expanding your system, warranty issues, or anything else you have questions about for as long as you own your Shop Solar Kits equipment, we’ve got you covered: we’re always only a phone call or email away.

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Simplified Solar Solutions

Our carefully curated solar kits combine the best components to create an ideal solution for your individual power needs. So whether you need to get off the grid, to save on your electric bill, for emergency backup power, or to fuel your next adventure - we eliminate the need for a designer or custom solution, and pass those savings on to you without compromising on performance.

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Best Components, Lowest Prices

We cut out the bloat of traditional solar companies and pass those savings off to you. Plus, we provide free shipping on all solar kits and lifetime customer service on everything we sell.

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We’re people just like you

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With over 30,000 solar kits sold, 2,500+ positive reviews, and years of experience in the industry, we’re proud to say we’re America’s #1 solar kit retailer. So you can trust us to provide you with top-notch products and legendary customer service at every step of the way.

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