Updated on January 28, 2024

·

Created on August 27, 2015

Forty2

The Forty 2 is a portable solar solution developed to be used primarly in disaster recovery and preparedness sites.

Developed By
  1. Peppermint Energy
Tested By
  • Peppermint Energy
Content Partners
Unknown

Product Description

The Forty2 is a portable solar power generator developed by Peppermint Energy for use in disaster recovery and preparedness, new housing developments, and areas where power access is limited. Benefits of the Forty2 include operation without noise, smell, or fuel, ability to use indoors, portability, compatibility with a wide range of products such as phones, lights, heating blankets, and even many refrigerators. Peppermint Energy is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

As of 2018, Peppermint Energy’s website has been inactivated.

Target SDGs

SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

Market Suggested Retail Price

$2,499.00

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, NGOs

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

Online sales direct from Peppermint Energy or partners including Amazon and Free Clean Solar.

Competitive Landscape

Direct competitors include ReadySet Power System.

Countries

Australia, Canada, Mexico, United States

Manufacturing/Building Method

Unknown.

Intellectural Property Type

Patent

User Provision Model

Online sales directly from Peppermint Energy or partners including Amazon and Free Clean Solar.

Distributions to Date Status

Unknown.

Power rating (W or kW)

180 Watts

Battery type

Lithium ion

Battery capacity (mAh)

0.5 – 2

Grid compatibility (yes/no)

Not with included hardware.

Description of mobility

Yes

Design Specifications

Forty2 Specifications:

  • Solar panels rated to output 180 watts
  • 250 Wh Lithium Ion battery
  • 2 AC outlets
  • 1 USB port

Forty2 Dimensions:

  • 12.7 x 86.36 x 76.2 cm (5" x 34" x 30")
  • 27.22 kg (60 lbs)

Product Schematics

Technical Support

Support provided by Peppermint Energy Customer Service.

Replacement Components

Replacement components are not readily available.

Lifecycle

1 year warranty on unit, 5 year warranty on solar panels.

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

Performance Targets: 2 hour charge time for 250 Wh battery and peak wattage less than 1000 W.

Vetted Performance Status

Unknown.

Safety

Be sure to follow proper electrical installation and control guidelines.

Complementary Technical Systems

None.

Academic Research and References

None

Compliance with regulations

Unknown

Evaluation methods

Unknown

Other Information

None

Leave a Reply

Explore similar solutions

Agriculture

January 20, 2024

ADRA Cold Climate Biodigester

Read Solution

Implemented by

Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)

Agriculture

December 31, 2023

Berkeley-Darfur Stove V.14

Read Solution

Implemented by

Potential Energy

Agriculture

December 27, 2023

CycloClean

Read Solution

Implemented by

Nippon Basic Co. Ltd.

Agriculture

November 30, 2024

Deciwatt GravityLight

Read Solution

Implemented by

Deciwatt

Agriculture

December 3, 2024

Envirofit G-3300

Read Solution

Implemented by

Envirofit International

Agriculture

June 23, 2024

Musana Cart

Read Solution

Implemented by

Musana Carts

Agriculture

January 24, 2024

Piggott Axial Flux Alternator Wind Turbine

Read Solution

Implemented by

Hugh Piggott

Agriculture

December 17, 2024

Puxin PX-ABS-3.4M3

Read Solution

Implemented by

Shenzhen Puxin Technology Co. Ltd.

Agriculture

January 5, 2024

Solar Suitcase

Read Solution

Implemented by

We Care Solar

Agriculture

December 17, 2024

Sun King Eco

Read Solution

Implemented by

Sun King

All Solutions

Contribute to E4C's Library of Breakthrough Sustainable Development Technology Solutions

Suggest A Solution

Get more information about Solutions Library and its features.

Learn More

Have thoughts on how we can improve?

Give Us Feedback

Join a global community of changemakers.

Become A Member