MacBook Air charge while camping?

[ShizumiAoki]

Hello, I was looking at away to charge my 2014 MacBook Air while camping (I’m from Australia) either while remote or within the tent. I would like to be able to charge the Mac more then once (preferred 3 times on a single charge from 0 to 100) Or with the ability to plug up to solar to be charge the charger.

Would anyone have any recommendations for portable charger to charge a 2014 MacBook Air while camping.

Thank you for your time.

 

[xboxbml]

Hello, I was looking at away to charge my 2014 MacBook Air while camping either while remote or within the tent. I would like to be able to charge the Mac more then once (preferred 3 times on a single charge from 0 to 100) Or with the ability to plug up to solar to be charge the charger.

Would anyone have any recommendations for portable charger to charge a 2014 MacBook Air while camping.

Thank you for your time.

Amazon is your friend...
I don't have anything like that, but this looks small enough..

SinKeu 88.8Wh|65Watts Portable Laptop Charger with AC Outlet, A Super Travel Portable Battery Pack & Power Bank for HP, Notebooks, MacBook, Laptops

SinKeu 88.8Wh|65Watts Portable Laptop Charger with AC Outlet, A Super Travel Portable Battery Pack & Power Bank for HP, Notebooks, MacBook, Laptops

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Amazon.com: Portable 120 Volt Power Supply

Amazon.com: portable 120 volt power supply

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[JPack]

To charge 3 times, you would need a power bank that offers at least 150Whr. The MacBook Air has a battery capacity of 54Whr.

 

[kapolani]

Not sure what your price range or your commitment to your power supply setup is, but my gear includes:

Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240, 240Wh Backup Lithium Battery, 110V/200W Pure Sine Wave AC Outlet, Solar Generator for Outdoors Camping Travel Hunting Emergency (Solar Panel Optional)

Power Your Outdoor Life Being outside no longer means being disconnected. With this powerful outdoor portable generator, you can easily stay charged while on-the-go. Take the lightweight Explorer 240 with you on cottage trips, excursions, or anywhere you might need power. Be the life of the party...

www.amazon.com

And any suitable solar array you want to carry/pack/load.

There are varying sizes, but this is the one most taken out into the field. It should supply more than enough power for your needs, plus a little extra for phones etc.

 

[xboxbml]

Not sure what your price range or your commitment to your power supply setup is, but my gear includes:

Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240, 240Wh Backup Lithium Battery, 110V/200W Pure Sine Wave AC Outlet, Solar Generator for Outdoors Camping Travel Hunting Emergency (Solar Panel Optional)

Power Your Outdoor Life Being outside no longer means being disconnected. With this powerful outdoor portable generator, you can easily stay charged while on-the-go. Take the lightweight Explorer 240 with you on cottage trips, excursions, or anywhere you might need power. Be the life of the party...

www.amazon.com

And any suitable solar array you want to carry/pack/load.

There are varying sizes, but this is the one most taken out into the field. It should supply more than enough power for your needs, plus a little extra for phones etc.

Nice! I'm in their Amazon store looking at their stuff. Looks pretty good.. I might have to get me one of those..

 

[kapolani]

I have a love hate relationship with Amazon.

I don’t like their tactics with respect to small businesses but they always have the same gear with better prices and free shipping.

I have a few different power banks dependent upon mission and needs. Paired with a good solar array and weather permitting you should have more than enough power.

My wife and kids like glamping- baby steps - they need some creature comforts. Fridge, coffee maker, and the like are loaded into my rig and we go out for a while.

 

[ShizumiAoki]

Not sure what your price range or your commitment to your power supply setup is, but my gear includes:

Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240, 240Wh Backup Lithium Battery, 110V/200W Pure Sine Wave AC Outlet, Solar Generator for Outdoors Camping Travel Hunting Emergency (Solar Panel Optional)

Power Your Outdoor Life Being outside no longer means being disconnected. With this powerful outdoor portable generator, you can easily stay charged while on-the-go. Take the lightweight Explorer 240 with you on cottage trips, excursions, or anywhere you might need power. Be the life of the party...

www.amazon.com

And any suitable solar array you want to carry/pack/load.

There are varying sizes, but this is the one most taken out into the field. It should supply more than enough power for your needs, plus a little extra for phones

My price range is around $500 to $900 (aud) and solar would also be an option but was worried that by it self would not be good enough to charge so was thinking power unite t solar would be good.it seem that Amazon listing is a good option since allot in Australia do not normally include the power plug for laptops.

 

[chabig]

Generac 7127 iQ3500 3,500-Watt Gas-Powered Portable Inverter Generator - Durable, Lightweight Design with Parallel Capability - Speed Selection for Quiet Performance or Maximum Power - CARB Compliant

The iQ3500 portable inverter generator lets you bring power wherever you go – from tailgating parties to camping trips, the jobsite and beyond. The durable, yet lightweight design is specifically engineered for easy portability. The intuitive Power Dial integrates the start, run and stop function...

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[kapolani]

My price range is around $500 to $900 (aud) and solar would also be an option but was worried that by it self would not be good enough to charge so was thinking power unite t solar would be good.it seem that Amazon listing is a good option since allot in Australia do not normally include the power plug for laptops.

If I had that as starting capital I would go for a larger unit like the one I posted. I am of the mind that there is no such thing as too much reserve power.

Calculate how much wattage/amps you need and work backwards from there.

I would double what you say you need as a good starting point. Say you want to charge your laptop and phones 5 times each - calculate the total charge needed and match to a unit.

A bigger unit could last you a whole trip and no need to replenish. Down the road when your needs are better quantified add some solar to it if needed.

Hope that helps!

 

[kapolani]

Generac 7127 iQ3500 3,500-Watt Gas-Powered Portable Inverter Generator - Durable, Lightweight Design with Parallel Capability - Speed Selection for Quiet Performance or Maximum Power - CARB Compliant

The iQ3500 portable inverter generator lets you bring power wherever you go – from tailgating parties to camping trips, the jobsite and beyond. The durable, yet lightweight design is specifically engineered for easy portability. The intuitive Power Dial integrates the start, run and stop function...

www.amazon.com

We lug a Honda unit around when we are going to have movie night when out in the field. All depends on how long or how much gear needs to be powered.

Also a good option but different process and a little more work involved using a generator with regards to carrying fuel etc.

 

[MarkAtl]

If I was camping within range of a vehicle I’d probably bring my small Yamaha inverter.

if I was backpacking I’d bring my GoalZero Sherpa and see if I could find an aftermarket MagSafe cable so I could bypass the inverter and Apple AC adapter.

 

[ShizumiAoki]

If I was camping within range of a vehicle I’d probably bring my small Yamaha inverter.

if I was backpacking I’d bring my GoalZero Sherpa and see if I could find an aftermarket MagSafe cable so I could bypass the inverter and Apple AC adapter.

The GoalZero seems like a cool option but I don’t see a AC version for Australia sadly.