How much power should you take hiking?
Between the little pocket charger and the large motorhome module sits a middle format: this 60 W EcoFlow panel. It folds into a 317 x 309 x 45 mm rectangle and opens into a 1356 x 309 x 25 mm strip. Its USB-C output feeds devices that recharge through that port, such as a smartphone, a tablet or a power bank.
Real-world uses
Day to day, it follows a hiker over several days, a cyclist on a bikepacking trip or a family settled by a lake. In a professional setting, it helps a wildlife photographer, a guide or a work crew keep phones, lamps and accessories running without hunting for a socket.
What the specifications reveal
The cells are N-type TOPCon monocrystalline silicon, with an efficiency above 23.4%. The panel weighs 2 kg and has mounting eyelets, so it can be hung from a bag or a support. The stated protection rating is IP68. Open-circuit voltage reaches 25.6 V and short-circuit current 2.06 A.
Getting started
- Take the panel out and open it completely, flat, with no sharp crease.
- Hang it by the eyelets or lay it on a stable surface, cells facing the sky.
- Connect a USB-C cable to the device you want to recharge.
- Adjust the tilt through the day to follow the sun.
If you want to pair it with a power station or a higher-capacity battery, read that equipment’s manual to learn whether it accepts a USB-C input and which limits apply.
Why choose this model
- A balance between lightness (2 kg) and collecting area.
- A cell efficiency above 23.4%.
- Eyelets for setting the panel up on a bag, a tent or a shelter.
Detailed specifications
- Power: 60 W
- Cells: monocrystalline silicon, efficiency above 23.4%
- Material: N-type TOPCon monocrystalline silicon
- Open-circuit voltage (Voc): 25.6 V
- Short-circuit current (Isc): 2.06 A
- Output: USB-C
- Mounting eyelets: yes
- Protection: IP68
- Folded size: 317 × 309 × 45 mm
- Unfolded size: 1356 × 309 × 25 mm
- Weight: 2 kg
Safety habits
Do not pull on the cable to unplug it, and do not let the connector carry the weight of the panel. Stay within the limits of the connected device. When the wind rises, secure the panel firmly or fold it, because a strip over a metre long catches gusts easily. Avoid placing it near a heat source.
Care and keeping
After an outing, wipe off dust, sand and droplets with a soft cloth. Wait until everything is dry before folding the panel, then keep it flat or folded in a dry place, away from sharp objects. A quick look at the cable and the eyelets before each trip helps you spot wear early.
