BBOXX Kit

Product Description

Bboxx’s BB17 Kit is a plug and play solar kit that can power lights, televisions, radios, and charge mobile phones. The system has a 17 Ah battery and comes with two USB outlets and four 12V DC outputs. 15-50W solar panels can be connected to the system, as well as 6 lights, television, radio, and phone charging. The system can be connected to the local mobile data network (where available) and send back performance and usage data to an operator. This functionality is tied to Bbox’s Smart Solar platform which is a solution that enables their products to be controlled and monitored remotely.Bboxx is located in London, England with distributors throughout the world. Bboxx spun out of Imperial College and a group named e.quinox.

Market Suggested Retail Price

$400.00

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

Bboxx and international partners, including: Sustainable Water Systems, Station Energy Burkina, INTI Energias renovables, Green Power Africa, MicamaSoley/SAFICO, CDS Eau et Energie, Ap-Tech Contractors Co. Ltd.

Manufacturing/Building Method

Mass produced.

Intellectural Property Type

Patent Protected

User Provision Model

From local distributors, including Bboxx locations in East Africa, or direct from Bboxx's factory in China.

Distributions to Date Status

70,000 as of July 2016.

Design Specifications

The BB17 kit is comprised of a control unit, solar panel, battery, LED lights, and accessories. The product uses solar power to capture energy and a battery to store it. The system is capable of powering lights, phones, and a variety of other appliances including radios and televisions. The unit has a built in GPRS/SMS connection that works with over 500 networks around the world. An online platform can be used to monitor and control the device remotely. Dimensions: 30 x 20.4 x 89 cm Weight (kg): 7.23

Technical Support

Provided by Bboxx via products@bboxx.co.uk.

Replacement Components

Replacement 17Ah, 12V sealed lead acid batteries are available.^{Interview with representative}

Lifecycle

1 year warranty for the control units.

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

Targets:

Solar panel will produce at least 70% of rated output for 20 years.
Batteries, battery box, control unit, and inverter-charger are guaranteed to be free of defects in material and workmanship for first 12 months.
60W of continuous DC power.

Vetted Performance Status

Unknown.

Safety

Be sure to follow proper electrical installation and control guidelines.

Complementary Technical Systems

None.

Academic Research and References

Riiny, M., South Sudan rural electrification project the hybrid mini-grid & PBK project. GHTC. 2014 Oct 10-13;2014:25-27.

Cherry, C.A., Rios, M., McCord, A., Stefanos, S., Venkataramanan, G., Portable electrification using biogas systems. Procedia Engineering. 2014;78:317-326.

Pailman, W.L., Kruger, W., Prasad, G., Mobile payment innovation for sustainable energy access. DUE 2015 International Conference. 2015 Mar 31 – Apr 1;2015:39-44.

Grealish, A., Development of a ‘pay as you go’ solar home system. Appropriate Technology. 2013 Sep;40(3):26-28.

Van Acker, V., Szablya, S.J., Louie, H., McLean Sloughter, J., et al., Survey of energy use and costs in rural Kenya for community microgrid business model development. GHTC. 2014 Oct 10-13;2014:166-173.

Compliance with regulations

Conform to: