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Nomad 13 Solar Panel

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$159.99

Collect 13 watts of power from the sun
Store power with Sherpa 50 power pack
Charges the Sherpa 50 power pack in 6-12 hours from the sun.
Foldable design, fits in any backpack
Built in pocket to store connector cord
Weather resistant

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Features

Powerfully compact.

When space is tight and every ounce counts, the Nomad 13 packs the perfect power source. Using 13 watts of highly efficient mono-crystalline solar technology, it's two small panels provide plenty of power and conveniently fold into a small, lightweight portable case.

So whether you're backpacking, hiking, biking, snowshoeing or more, you can easily pack and carry your solar energy - compatible with all of your Sherpa gear.

What's in the Box

1 x Nomad 13 watt solar array

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Nomad 13 Solar Panel Download User Guide (.pdf)
USAGE
Charges the following:	Approx. Charge Time:
GOAL ZERO Sherpa 50 Power Pack	6-12 hours
12V devices (satellite phone, GPS)	1-4 hours
USB devices (cell phone, MP3 player)	1-4 hours
INPUTS
Rated Wattage	13 W
Cell Type	Mono-crystalline
Open-circuit voltage	18-20V
Converting Efficiency	17-18%
Cell Area	0.0755 m2
OUTPUTS
USB output	5V, 0-1A (5W), regulated
12V DC output	13-15V, 0-1A (13W max), not regulated
GENERAL
Weight (no pkg)	1.6 lbs (0.72 kg)
Dimensions	10.5 x 7 x 1 in (26.7 x 17.8 x 2.5 cm)
Warranty	12 Months
Certifications	FCC and CE
Optimal Operating Temp.	0-120 F (-17-48 C)

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Nomad 13 Solar Panel

4.4

(based on 7 reviews)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Reliable (5)
Fast charge (4)
Good power output (3)
Good value (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Emergency equipment (4)
Portable electronics (4)
Travel (4)
Having around the house (3)

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- Quality oriented (4)
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- Personal (4)
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3/13/2013

(11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

One full Sherpa charge and I was hooked.

By James Magnum

from Sierra Foothills, CA

About Me Quality Oriented

Verified Reviewer

Pros

Can Charge Multiple Units
Charges Quickly
Easy to pack
Reliable Performance
Very durable
Water resistant

Cons

None After Full Testing

Best Uses

Backpacking
Emergency Equipment
Portable Electronics
Travel
Very Fast Guide 10 Charge
Very Light Weight

Comments about Nomad 13 Solar Panel:

Let me say this first- I did not go into this purchase with a good attitude. I had owned a defective Nomad 27.5 and was promptly refunded by the store I purchased it from. I saw that the Nomad 13 had been redesigned and took the leap of faith on ordering one. Upon arrival of the new Nomad 13 and new Sherpa 50, I was a bit skeptical about how well this 'two panel' folding solar unit would handle such a large battery as the Sherpa 50. After putting it through some personal vendetta tests (meant to make the panel fail) such as very cloudy days, filtered window light, flat out covering one of the two panels with a square piece of cardboard on a sunny day (all while attempting to clock the recharge time on a new Sherpa 50 that was sitting at 20% +/- a few percent. Every test passed with flying colors. Whatever you folks at Goal zero did when redesigning this solar panel worked like nothing I've ever used. I'm giving you a personal 6th star for the packaging. the zipper compartment is absolutely critical for my spare wires on a backpacking trip that ALWAYS end up missing at the end of a trip. Goal Zero products are so easily interfaced that even myself (not the guru of electronics) could figure out within 10 minutes how to fully operate this new system. Goal Zero- YOU WIN! I will always come back, and I'm am very happy with the customer service I've received in the past regarding my first defective panel. Thank you and keep up the good work. -James

2/27/2013

(13 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Amazing piece of gear

By June

from Oceanside, CA

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Pros

Charges Quickly
Good Value
Long Lasting
Powerful
Reliable Performance

Cons

Pricey / Poor Value

Best Uses

Emergency Equipment
Having Around The House
Portable Electronics
Reliable In The Field
Travel

Comments about Nomad 13 Solar Panel:

Amazing piece of gear. As an active military member, there are times we need power for our personal devices and don't have it. Specifically, cell phones. When my guys are bummed because they can't talk to their families because their phones are dead and have no where to charge. I pull out my nomad 13 or guide 10 plus and hook them up. Boom, instant moral booster. Thanks Goal Zero for making such great portable solar powered devices. Wish they issued these things to us. For all who are curious the Nomad 13 and guide 10 plus work great together. Charging the 10 in something like 1-3 hours. It's great. Tested my 10 with the 13 from empty to fully charged took 1 and a half hours in perfect sun light. It was amazing to me. The only complains I have are that the cabling should be removable. The unused cables get in the way when not used and if they break or go bad you have to buy a new panel. Secondly, the closing flap is filled with a piece of soft cardboard which bends in the heat. It should be a stronger material like a piece of plastic and lastly the price is kind of steep for most but like they say, you get what you pay for. An overall amazing piece of gear. Hope this review helps those of you who are interested. Thanks again GZ.

2/25/2013

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Very Useful

By Matt

from Des Moines, IA

About Me Quality Oriented

Pros

Charges Quickly
Good Value
Powerful
Reliable Performance

Cons

Best Uses

Emergency Equipment
Having Around The House
Portable Electronics
Travel

Comments about Nomad 13 Solar Panel:

Great product. It has come a long way since the original sherpa panels. The multiple outputs straight off the panel provide very useful energy without the need for a battery pack. It also gives flexibility on what you can charge. I've been using mine on and off for a while at home and on the go. It performs better than the previous nomad one comparable to size. The new size and form factor with storage is also a welcome addition. You can keep a lot of your stuff in it while in use or traveling. All in all one of the better panels on the market right now.

2/6/2013

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

FANTASTIC PRODUCT!

By Dino ~

from New York City

About Me Quality Oriented

Pros

Charges Quickly
Good Value
Long Lasting
Powerful
Reliable Performance
Small And Portable Easy

Cons

Best Uses

Emergency Equipment
Having Around The House
Portable Electronics
Travel

Comments about Nomad 13 Solar Panel:

...."After HURRICANE SANDY... ANYTHING From
GOAL ZERO, are the products to have handy."

Superb Customer Service. Polite
and very Professional.

10/22/2012

(0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

save your money

By Prospector Paul

from Southern Oregon

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Verified Reviewer

Pros

Durable
Easy To Install
Waterproof

Cons

Poorly Designed

Best Uses

Comments about Nomad 13 Solar Panel:

This product worked fine the first 60 days. Now it will not charge any of my goal zero products.

5/29/2012

(6 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

of the grid review

By sergeant

from afghanistan

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Verified Reviewer

Pros

Durable
Easy To Install
Reliable

Cons

Best Uses

Indoor
Outdoor

Comments about Nomad 13 Solar Panel:

this unit is the best for mobile power and also combined with other products can power much more. i used this completely off the grid and it left me completely satisfied. i powered everything i wanted and more. i had plenty of mobile power and shared it with others around me with competitor products that didnt proform.

5/11/2012

(8 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Works Great

By amillvmill

from Chandler, AZ

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Cons

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Comments about Nomad 13 Solar Panel:

I use this panel to charge my VX-8D hand held ham radio through the 12V output port. It works just fine without any problems! I have been looking for something that would do this in an emergency.

Thanks!

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Q:
What are the folded and unfolded dimensions of the Nomad 13?
Asked on 5/14/2013 by Drennan
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  The dimensions of the Nomad 13 are 9¼"L x 1"H x 10¾"W when folded and
  9¼"L x 1"H x 18½"W when unfolded. The product weighs 1lb 10 oz.
  Answered on 5/14/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
I've ordered a Nomad 13 with the intention of using it mainly to charge an iPhone, but it would be great if I could also use it with an iPad 3.

The Sherpa 50 battery does seem overkill for this and is also very expensive (not to mention heavy/big etc). But the Guide 10 does not seem to charge the iPad 3, and does not seem to be very efficient/powerful for its size. Am I correct ?

Are there any other options for batteries ? Could I use a third party battery with it ? Any suggestions ?
Asked on 5/10/2013 by Simon from London, UK
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  This is the correct way to use the product. If you have any further questions please ask.
  Answered on 5/10/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Can I use the Nomad 13 Solar Panel with the Guide 10 plus power pack?
Asked on 5/9/2013 by Mark
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  Yes, this can be used with the Guide 10.
  Answered on 5/10/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
The three outputs on the Nomad 13 have different current capabilities, I can see from the spec's that the 12v port is capable of the full 13watts, whilst the USB port only outputs 5watts.

I do not see any specification stating the output of the Guide10+ port, this is presumably 6volts at 1.5amps? is this correct?

A suggestion would be to have 2 USB ports on future revisions of the Nomad 13, in order to make full use of the available 13 watts. I would love to be able to charge my external battery pack using the available 13 watts.
Asked on 5/9/2013 by Siftah from Barcelona, Spain
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  The output is 5V, 0-1A (5W), regulated
  Answered on 5/10/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
will it stand up to the pressure of being put in my buggout backpack w all my other gear with out breaking?
Asked on 5/8/2013 by ok prepper from Oklahoma
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  It should fit nicely in your bug out bag. As for the material, it is pretty durable. It should stand up to pretty much anything short of intentional damage or repeated impacts.
  Answered on 5/9/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Can this product chain with the same panel or other panels that you manufacture
Asked on 5/8/2013 by benjamin from washington, pa
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  Yes, the Nomad 13 is chainable with the same and other panels that Goal Zero manufactures.
  Answered on 5/8/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
I would like to know how to chain two Nomad 13 solar panels. Do I need optional connector adaptor or cable for chaining?
Asked on 5/6/2013 by tomochan from Saitama,Japan
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  Thanks for contacting Goal Zero! The Nomad 13 solar panel comes with a built in chaining cable. So it's fairly simple to chain two Nomad 13 panels together, you simply take the 12V cable on one Nomad 13 and connect it directly to the Chain in cable on the other.
  Answered on 5/8/2013 by Anonymous
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  To chain solar panels together you would use the product at http://www.goalzero.com/shop/p/45/Solar-8mm-Combiner-Cable/5:5/
  Answered on 5/7/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
will this product charge the sherpa and my cellphone at the same time if my phone is plugged into the sherpa while the sherpa is charging from the panel?
Asked on 5/3/2013 by old wanderer from lake forest, ca
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  Charging both may be possible in full direct sunlight.
  Answered on 5/6/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Can I chain two of these?
Asked on 5/2/2013 by Lisa
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  Yes you can chain two Nomad 13 Solar Panels together.
  Answered on 5/2/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Hello, I was wondering if i were to purchase a Nomad 13 would I be able to plug my phone, gps, or anything else into the panel for a direct charge?
Cheers, Connor
Asked on 5/1/2013 by Connor from SLC, Utah
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  Not everything. Usually it depends on the actual device that is getting charged and by what source it is charging through. And all devices should be turned off or placed in airplane mode to get the most efficient charge.
  Answered on 5/2/2013 by Anonymous
- A:
  Yes, the Nomad 13 has the capability of charging 12V devices, like your GPS, and also USB devices, such as your cell phone or MP3 player.
  Answered on 5/1/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Is Nomad 13 charger iphone 4 and 5 ?
Asked on 4/27/2013 by in
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  Do you have a iPhone? I have an iPhone 4s and the Nomad 13 does not charge the iPhone. Also the Sherpa 50 will only charge my Macbook Pro to only 60%.
  Answered on 5/2/2013 by Mark from Somerville, MA
- A:
  Yes, the Nomad 13 can charge the iPhone 4 and 5 no problem. Just be sure to place your phone in airplane mode or shut down the phone to get an efficient charge.
  Answered on 5/1/2013 by Anonymous
- A:
  Yes, this product will charge your phone.
  Answered on 4/27/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
IS THE 4.7 MM ON THE ACCESSORIE CORD THE SIZE OF THE CHROME PLUG.
Asked on 4/23/2013 by chillepepper from san diego,ca
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  Chrome plug?? Not quite sure what you are referring to. Please contact us by phone or email to ensure an accurate answer. Thank you!
  Answered on 5/1/2013 by Anonymous
Q:
how many Nomad 13's can you chain togeather
Asked on 4/22/2013 by Rodger from Rockville, md
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  Depending on the input max of what your needing to charge, that is what it would depend on as well. But we wouldn't suggest more than 8 chained at once.
  Answered on 5/1/2013 by Anonymous
Q:
Will be in area with minimum electricity, want to use to charge video camera and laptop. will this do the job.
Asked on 4/20/2013 by James from United States
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  Since you didn't include the specifics of the devices (video camera & laptop) I can't say for sure the Nomad 13 Solar Panel is the best device for your needs. However it is suitable for charging the majority of laptops on the market. As for the video camera the power demands vary greatly some I'm not going to hazard a comment.
  
  If you contact Goal Zero customer support at 1-888-794-6250 (M-F 6am-6pm MST) they will give a specific recommendation, based upon the makes and models of your devices.
  Answered on 4/20/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
What would I need to link 2 Nomad 13's to a Sherpa 50?
Asked on 4/20/2013 by Zeris from Washington D.C.
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  You would need the Goal Zero 12003 Black Nomad 13 Solar Panel and USB chords in order to link two together.
  Answered on 4/21/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Does the nomad 13 have an anti reverse diode built in.
Asked on 4/19/2013 by kyle from Chico, ca
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  Yes the Nomad 13 Solar Panel does have a Reverse Protection Diode built in.
  Answered on 4/20/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
I travel in a small sailboat and have a Escape 150 which I would like to use to do the following:
a) Charge my Ipad 2 daily.
b) Charge my cell phone daily.
c) Run a Lite-a-Life 4 hours every night.
Will a Nomad 13 Solar Panel be able to keep the Escape 150 charged enough if exposed to sunlight 8 hours a day?
Thanks
Asked on 4/17/2013 by Captain Cometa from Benicia, CA
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  The Nomad 13 is design for the sherpa 50 but it matches the boulder 15 solar panel the escape 150 need to charge, Recharge time might run longer but it should do the job.
  Answered on 4/18/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Do you have specifications on the size/type of 12v output plug used on the Nomad 13? Is it a EIAJ-04 plug?

Thanks!
Asked on 4/17/2013 by reidstidolph from North Bend, WA
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Hi, I was one of the early adopters of the Nomad 13 (possibly 1st generation) I have this for more than 1 year, however recently the O-ring had fallen off from the Nomad 13.
I use this quite often but never rough and rugged with the product. Would you know how I can fix this.
Regards,
ET
Asked on 4/16/2013 by Evan from Singapore
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  There are o rings that you can purchase from Goal Zero to replace the broken O ring.
  Answered on 4/16/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
I can easily find universal laptop power supplies in the store that run off A/C, with several standard tip sizes. Do you have or have you considered pairing a system like this with this panel - without all the inverters and power-supply battery devices? I just want a panel and a HP dc tip with as little in-between as possible. Can't find anything like that.
Asked on 4/15/2013 by Ben from Maui, HI
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  The reason for the extra things is so it can be used on a multiple number of products. So it can support what you need and do many other things as well.
  Answered on 4/16/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Does this product require a solar controller to charge any 12v battery? Or do you just hook up and it does just fine?
Asked on 4/14/2013 by Pat from Turlock, Ca
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  You can hook a 12V device directly to this solar panel.
  Answered on 4/15/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
will this charger model charge a trolling motor (bank of four batteries linked) to together with a normal electrical cord input thru a "trickle" charger??
Asked on 4/14/2013 by Don from st. louis
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  The Nomad 13 Solar Panel is rated at 13 watts. It could work with the trickle charger if the four batteries are 12 volt and wired parallel. The problem is output. As an example using only 1 battery, after a period of trolling you use 900 watts of power. That's possible with 3 hours of trolling wide open with a 25 lb. thrust motor. It would take the Nomad by itself over 69 hours with full sunlight uninterrupted to recharge that one battery. That's in a perfect world. It's not practical or affordable. It would be better to use a larger 120 volt smart charger that monitors your battery bank and keeps it fully charged and ready to go.
  Answered on 4/15/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Is it acceptable to daisy chain this Nomad 13 to an older Nomad 13.5?
Asked on 4/12/2013 by Bob the Biker
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  The only way a Nomad 13 can be daisy chained to an older Nomad 13.5, is with a Solar 4.7mm to 8mm cord.
  Answered on 4/12/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Is Nomad 13 charger ipad.
Asked on 4/11/2013 by Jose from Puerto Rico
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  No this does not directly charge your Ipad.
  Answered on 4/12/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Does the product store power to use later when you have no sunlight? How long should I keep it in the sun to have a charge later?
Asked on 4/10/2013 by Perry from Fayetteville, NC
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  The Nomad 13 Solar Panel Collects 13 watts of power from the sun,
  stores power with Sherpa 50 power pack and charges the Sherpa 50 power pack in 6-12 hours from the sun.
  Answered on 4/10/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Can you plug a car power inverter into the 12v socket (female supplied). Then power a camera battery charger with that connection?
Asked on 4/10/2013 by Photokit from Durango, Colorado
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  Yes this will work.
  Answered on 4/10/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Did anyone tried charging Galaxy S3? Does it charge as fast as from wall? (1Amp) Please only ACTUAL answers, don't tell me it will just because specs match
Asked on 4/8/2013 by Shayd from NY
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I own a Brunton Impel Renewable universal Electronics Charger. It has a capacity of 145Wh. Is the Nomad 13 Solar Panel capable of charging it? Or is there a better option? My application is outdoors camping and backpacking for several weeks. It will be exposed to the elements (rain/snow) does that present any issues?
Many thanks,
PS the folks at Brunton are of no help.
Asked on 4/5/2013 by Steve photovoltaicly challenged from Bethlehem, PA
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  You cannot directly charge your Brunton Impel Renewable Universal Electronics Charger (according to Burnton specifications.) They say ONLY their panel is compatible and the use of any other panel will void the product's warranty.
  Answered on 4/7/2013 by Community Answer from None
Q:
If I buy this panel will it charge a asus transformer? The asus is 2.1 amp and I find it wont work on a regular USB and I think it needs to be a power usb. I dont really want to charge the asus but if I could get the 13 to do that it would be nice. Because of that, I cant decide on the guide 10 or the switch. The guide is more versitle with the light and batteries but does the switch charge something larger? They both seem to be the same capacity. Last question. I understand the 13 panel is a better panel than the 13.5. Is this true and why?
Asked on 4/5/2013 by Mark from Madison, sd
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the instructions say it has a guide 10 plug, but the compatibility does not list that device. will it charge them 2x as fast as a 7? and will it work on a 10+. I am guessing yes to both.

Lee
Asked on 4/4/2013 by Lee from Tustin, CA
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  Yes to both, you are correct.
  Answered on 4/9/2013 by Community Answer from None

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