Spectre 8W

Name: Spectre 8W
Brand: Dark Energy
SKU: SSPF08GYGY
Price: 119.99 USD
Availability: InStock

This isn’t your average solar panel. Spectre 8W is lightweight, weatherproof, and built to keep your essentials charged when weight and space matter most.

Spectre 8W

This isn’t your average solar panel. Spectre 8W is lightweight, weatherproof, and built to keep your essentials charged when weight and space matter most.

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Highlights

Charge your gear anywhere the sun shines
Flexible cells bend without breaking
Lightweight solar, just over 9 oz
IPX7 waterproof means you're ready for any weather.
Can charge Poseidon Nano in 2-4 hours
Backed by 2 year warranty

Specs

8 W Total Maximum Output: USB‑C (8 W, 1.6 A) + USB‑A (8 W, 1.6A)

9.5 oz ultra-lightweight build

IPX7 waterproof: no more worrying about rain or river spray

Armor‑Flex™ Protection with 200 lb crush rating

Photo‑Skyn™ technology flexes under load, and keeps charging in cloudy conditions

Built-in sun meter with 4 LEDs to show charging speed and optimize charging

MIL‑STD‑810G rated for impact and drop resistance

Multiple latch points for secure mounting

Folds Flat for Compact Storage

Supported temperature range approximately –20 °F to 120 °F—built to charge reliably in harsh climates

Dimensions

Folded:
Height: 8.75in (22.23cm)
Width: 9in (22.86cm)

Thickness: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)

Unfolded:
Height: 8.75in (22.23cm)
Width: 16.75in (42.55cm)

Thickness: 0.75 in (1.9 cm)

Weight: 9.5 oz

FAQ's

Q: Does the Spectre 8W store power?

A: No. The Spectre is a solar panel only—it doesn’t have a built-in battery. It’s designed to charge external devices or power banks. The Spectre 8W was specifically designed to charge Poseidon Nano directly using sunlight.

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Q: Why am I only getting one LED light when using the Spectre 8W?

A: This usually depends on your location and how strong the sunlight is. More LED lights mean more solar output—but even one light means the panel is generating power and your device is charging.

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Q: How long will it take to charge my device using the Spectre 18W?

A: Charging times vary based on sunlight, cloud cover, and panel placement.
Here’s what to expect in full sun:

Poseidon Nano: 2-4 hours

Poseidon Pro: 8-10 hours

Phone: 3-5 hours (we recommended charging to a battery for a better experience)

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Spectre 8W

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Maximum of 8W output

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1 USB-C + 1 USB-A output port

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Designed to charge Poseidon Nano

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Flexible Solar Cells

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Ideal for those that need the lightest power generation

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Folded Size:
9” × 8.75” × 1.5”
Unfolded Size:
16.75” × 8.75” × 0.75”

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Weight: 9.5 oz

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Spectre 18W

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Maximum of 18W output

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1 USB-C + 1 USB-A output port

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Designed to charge Poseidon Pro

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Flexible Solar Cells

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Ideal for those that have more battery powered gear

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Folded Size:
9.5” × 12.25” × 1.5”
Unfolded Size:
25” × 12.25” × 0.75”

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Weight: 20.5 oz

SOLAR YOU CAN PACK EVERYWHERE

MADE TO GO LIGHT

Spectre 8W was built for the adventures where every ounce counts. It folds flat, mounts fast, and keeps your most important devices charged without weighing you down.

MADE TO GO LIGHT

Spectre 8W was built for the days when every ounce counts. It folds flat, mounts fast, and keeps your most important devices charged without weighing you down.

POWER THAT FITS ANYWHERE

Stash it in a glovebox. Clip it to a pack. Toss it in your bug-out bag. The Spectre 8W is small enough to disappear—until you need it.

A SAFETY NET IN YOUR POCKET

Most of us don’t think about backup power—until we wish we had it. Poseidon Nano gives you confidence on the road, in the woods, or halfway through a chaotic day.

LIGHTWEIGHT DOESN’T MEAN FRAGILE

It’s still crushproof. Still waterproof. Still ready for rough terrain. The Spectre 8W just does it in a smaller footprint.

LIGHTWEIGHT DOESN’T MEAN FRAGILE

It’s still crushproof. Still waterproof. Still ready for rough terrain. The Spectre 8W just does it in a smaller footprint.

I really like the quality but can’t get them to work.

I scanned the link for the user manual. Says link is not longer active. Can you provide me with the correct link. Would be a lot easier if it came with instructions.

Awesome! It works great. If you can afford the bigger go bigger

Works as advertised. I couldn’t decide between the 8W and the 18W. I got this one because of it’s compact size and lower price. I may end up also getting the 18W at some point. I think both have their place: the 8W as a portable, carry everywhere solar power source and the 18W as something you can pull out when you need a faster charge and have the space to set it up properly.