{"product_id":"gdlite-gd-8017-solar-light-kit-multiple-hour-duration","title":"GDlite Solar Light Kit – 3 Hanging Bulbs for Load Shedding","description":"\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eSee what fellow customers are saying and asking.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0306\/1091\/files\/social-proof-2_v4.jpg?v=1788985309\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0306\/1091\/files\/social-proof-1_v3.jpg?v=1788985309\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLight more than one room when the power cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis portable solar light kit is a small battery box with three hanging LED bulbs on long cables. Hang a bulb in the kitchen, one in the passage, one in a bedroom. Charge the box from the solar panel in the day, or from the wall when Eskom is on. There is also a USB port for a phone top-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe problem it solves A single lantern only lights the table you put it on. This kit spreads light to three spots without running a generator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 hanging bulbs with their own on\/off switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharge from sun or from 220V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB port for a phone in an emergency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for load shedding, backyard, and camping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo electrician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat it is not\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot a Mini UPS. It will not keep your fibre router on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe USB port is for a slow phone top-up, not a big power bank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe solar panel is small. A full charge from sun takes a long sunny day. Use the wall charger when you can.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharge the box fully before the first outage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug the three bulbs into the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHang them where you need light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the panel in direct sun, or plug the box into the wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eQuestions before you buy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWill this run my WiFi? No. Use a Mini UPS for routers and cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHow long do the lights last? Longer with one bulb on, shorter with all three. Plan for an evening, not two days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCan I charge a tablet fast? No. USB on this kit is weak. Use your 16800mAh power bank for phones and tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat’s in the box? 1 × battery \/ control box\u003cbr\u003e1 × solar panel\u003cbr\u003e3 × LED bulbs with cables\u003cbr\u003e1 × wall charging cable\u003cbr\u003eUSB charging extras as packed with your unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIs shipping free? Yes on orders of R250 and over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGD-8017 Solar Light Kit — Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many lights come in the kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: The kit includes 3 hanging LED bulbs on long thin cables, plus the portable battery\/control box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it really work during load shedding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Yes. Once charged, the battery box powers the bulbs independently from Eskom power — no generator or inverter needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I charge it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Place the included small solar panel in direct sunlight on a windowsill, roof or outside wall. The battery box charges during the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does the battery last on a full charge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Runtime depends on how many bulbs you use and their brightness setting, but the kit is designed to last through multiple hours of load shedding on a single charge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I charge my phone with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Yes — the battery box has a USB port, so you can charge your phone or other small devices while the lights are on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do the bulbs have switches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Yes, each hanging bulb has its own inline on\/off switch, so you only use the ones you need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How bright are the LED bulbs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Bright enough to light a kitchen, passage or small bedroom for cooking, reading, or moving around safely in the dark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it safe to use inside the house?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Yes, it’s completely safe for indoor use — no open flames, no petrol fumes, and no noise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I leave the solar panel outside?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Yes, the small rectangular panel is designed for outdoor or windowsill placement. Just make sure it gets direct sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What do I need to install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Nothing complicated. Hang the bulbs where you want them, plug the cables into the battery box, and place the solar panel in the sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this better than a generator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: For lighting and phone charging during load shedding, it’s much cheaper, quieter, safer and needs no fuel or maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A: Warranty terms depend on your purchase. Please contact PowerReadySA directly with your order details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: GDlite GD-8017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar panel: about 9V, 3–7W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery: 6V sealed lead-acid (about 4Ah class)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulbs: 3 × LED on ~3m leads, individual switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB output: 5V (low current)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall charge: 110–240V, several hours to full\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar charge: a full sunny day or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eStay lit in more than one room with PowerReady SA\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takealot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44558971076707,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0306\/1091\/files\/photo-3-bedroom.png?v=1788778796","url":"https:\/\/powerreadysa.com\/products\/gdlite-gd-8017-solar-light-kit-multiple-hour-duration","provider":"PowerReadySA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}