Monday, September 21, 2009

Wagan EL2326 Cordless Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner

Product Description

Wagan Cordless Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner helps to clean the interior of the vehicle with compact and powerful vacuum. It includes all the accessories that is needed to get into all the nooks and crannies of the vehicle. This vacuum is powerful, sleek and lightweight as well as includes a reusable filter. It consists of charging cradle with extra long cord and crevice, semicircular brush, liquid nozzle. This vacuum has power adapter and requires an input power DC 7.2v.

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #2942 in Automotive
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2326
  • Dimensions: 2.08 pounds

Features

  • Helps to clean the interior of the vehicle with compact and powerful vacuum
  • Includes all the accessories that is needed to get into all the nooks and crannies of the vehicle
  • Powerful, sleek and lightweight
  • Consists of charging cradle with extra long cord and crevice, semicircular brush, liquid nozzle
  • Contains a power adapter and requires an input power DC 72v

Monday, September 14, 2009

Wagan AC/DC USB Charger

Product Description

Have a USB charger anywhere there is an AC outlet or a 12v DC socket! Use the USB in the wall or in in the car - anywhere you go, no restrictions! Stylish and compact design. Powers and charges USB appliances. Built-in LED indicator. Foldable AC plug, DC socket protective cap included.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #16961 in Automotive
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2550
  • Dimensions: .10 pounds

Features

  • Use the USB in the wall or in in the car - anywhere you go, no restrictions!
  • Stylish and compact design
  • Powers and charges USB appliances
  • Built-in LED indicator
  • Foldable AC plug, DC socket protective cap included

Monday, September 7, 2009

Wagan Brite-Nite Dynamo Spotlight

Product Description

Provides light when you need it plus it is rechargeable by built in hand cranking dynamo in emergencies.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #4757 in Automotive
  • Color: Blk/ Silver
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2343

Features

  • Super bright 6V 10W Halogen Bulb
  • Approximately 1 hour of power fully charged
  • Rechargeable by built-in hand cranking action
  • Weather-proof industrial grade construction with Lock / Unlock switch
  • DC and AC adapters included

Sunday, August 30, 2009

3 Million Brite-Nite Spotlight Lantern

Product Description

This rechargeable 3 million rated power spotlight has a 7 watt fluorescent lantern. Plus has an emergency flashing flare too for added safety!


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #45073 in Automotive
  • Color: Gray
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2404
  • Dimensions: 3.00 pounds

Features

  • 3 million rated power spotlight and 7 watt fluorescent lantern
  • Emergency flashing flare
  • Equipped with 6V 4Ah sealed lead acid battery
  • Weatherproof industrial grade construction for added durability
  • Includes AC and DC adapters for recharging in home or office

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Wagan Personal Mini Coffee Maker

Product Description

With our 1-Cup Coffee Genie, you will experience the ultimate in on-the-go gadgets! Even while traveling, now you can enjoy a refreshing hot cup of coffee or tea anywhere you go! This ingenious little device was designed to make travel life easier by preparing a single cup of your favorite hot beverage, while on the road! Why make an entire pot of coffee when all you really need is that one cup to get you going in the morning?


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #2257 in Automotive
  • Color: Black
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2307
  • Dimensions: 6.00" h x 8.00" w x 5.00" l, 1.50 pounds

Features

  • Fast and easy-makes one cup in about 8 mintues
  • Super compact and very lightweight
  • Auto-stop drip
  • Washable, reuseable filter
  • Comes with 1 stainless steel cup

Customer Reviews

The Wagan is just what I wanted5
It is a simple device, and it is easy to imagine enhancements that would improve it, yet it is as advertised and does just what I wanted it to do. It sits in a shallow cardboard box between the seats of my old Nissan where it is perfectly level and will not shift around while I'm driving, so I set it up just before I leave for work. I work close to my home, so my morning commute is about ten minutes, about the time it takes the Wagan to brew my coffee. A larger cup with a brew-through lid would make it safer for use while the car is in motion, which the manufacturer recommends against, still I am very happy with it and have no complaints.


Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Wagan 10 Liter Thermo-Electric Fridge/Warmer with Built-In Radio

Product Description

This portable fridge/warmer lets you keep your food and beverages cool or warm. Simply plug it into your vehicle's cigarette lighter and take it anywhere you go, it's like having a fridge and microwave in one! With the flip of a switch, you can enjoy a cold beverage with your warm meal. Also features an integrated AM/FM radio along with superior foam insulation and energy efficiency. Optional AC adapter is available for home, office and dorm use.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #45212 in Automotive
  • Color: Dark gray/White trim
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2349
  • Dimensions: 12.00" h x 13.00" w x 17.00" l,

Features

  • 10 Liter capacity can hold 12 cans
  • Cooling capacity of approximately 54 degrees below room temp.
  • Easy-to-read green and red lights indicate cooling or warming
  • Integrated AM/FM radio
  • Optional AC adapter for home, office and dorm use

Monday, August 24, 2009

Wagan 1 Million Brite-Nite LED Lantern

Product Description

Provides light with a 1 million rated power spotlight in addition to 24 super bright LEDs.

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #2173 in Automotive
  • Color: Blk/ Silver
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2441

Features

  • 1 Million candle light 55 watt halogen spotlight, 24 super bright LED lantern
  • Bright LED reading light
  • DC and AC adapters included to charge in the car or home
  • Equipped with a 6V 4AH sealed lead acid battery
  • Integrated compass and Weather-proof industrial grade construction

Customer Reviews

Versatile Spotlight/lantern5
Got this light over a month ago. It's a better version of the one with fluorescent bulb, though both list for the same price. The reason I say it's better is that its 24 LED array puts out a decent amount of light, maybe not quite as bright as the fluorescent, but with a couple of important advantages. 1) It's supposed to have a 16 hour run time instead of 3--quite a difference. 2) LEDs should last much longer than fluorescent bulbs in lanterns, never needing replacement. I hope Wagan put good ones in this light; some do give out much sooner than the claimed 100,000 life. The ones in this light certainly look good, all with the same brightness and color temp, a cool white.

The halogen bulb must be well positioned in the reflector; it makes a nice, tight beam that reaches a good distance. It has a run time of about half an hour, so it's good that the LEDs make a decent beam, a semi-flood that lights well to about 100 feet.

The light weighs 3 pounds, but the handle is quite comfortable. When held in the forward position, the spotlight balances near horizontal. If you reverse your grip, the spotlight head at the back is heavier and the light holds at about 45 degrees, pointing the bottom-placed LEDs toward the ground and foward, well lighting the way for walking. The grip seems designed for holding either way.

Additionally, a small LED in the handle puts out a decent spot of light without lighting a large area, good for looking at a map or reading without disturbing others. During an extended power outage, it would be good to use without running the battery down for days. The compass in the handle is only 1/2" in diameter, works, and doesn't seem affected by metal in the main part of the lantern.

There's no warning to disconnect the charger after a certain amount of time to prevent overcharging and the charge does seem to be well regulated. It's good to keep the battery charged as running low can adversely affect its life. Trying to find a replacement battery at a decent price these days could be problematic.

The bottom line: It's a good, sturdy light with 3 lighting/power options, making it quite versatile.

Sunday, August 23, 2009

Wagan Mobile Power Adapter

Product Description

Simply plug this into your vehicle's cigarette lighter to power PDA, GPS, cell phones, CD/Mp3 players and other electronic items.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #51849 in Automotive
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2109

Features

  • Input Voltage and current: DC 12V, 2000mA (max)
  • Wattage: 24 watts
  • 6 adapter tips: 3V, 4.5V, 6V, 7.5V, 9V. 12V
  • Suitable for PDAs, GPSs, cell phones, CD/MP3 players and other electronic appliances less than 12V

Saturday, August 22, 2009

Wagan Acu-Bead Magnetic Cushion - Black

Product Description

Ten strategically placed bio-magnets and hundreds of acu-beads combine magnetic therapy and acupressure massages. Firm yet comfortable Acu-Beads are specially sized and placed to provide back and back leg massage. The magnets inside provide therapeutic relief of tension, stress, aches, and pains.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #14264 in Automotive
  • Color: Black
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: IN9865
  • Dimensions: 18.00" h x 6.00" w x 6.00" l,

Features

  • Ten startegically placed bio-magnetics
  • Hundreds of acu-beads to combine magnetic therapy and acupressure
  • Firm yet comfortable acu-beads specially sized and placed
  • Relaxes shoulders, back, buttocks, and legs
  • Allows air circulation to keep you cool

Customer Reviews

slippery4
the problem we have with these covers are that our seats in the vehicle are leather. The reason for buying them was my husband suffers from back problems and when I wear shorts,during hot weather I stick to the seats. The elastic doesn't seem to hold them in place. They are very comfortable when you get them just right. Probably should have bought fabric covers first. Then fixed these over the tomp

Great addition to my wheelchair!5
I have a great wheelchair but my back gets sore with prolonged use and the fabric does not breathe well. Well this one item fixed both issues! It is easy to attach, fits me and my chair well, adds lots of comfort and allows better ventliation (less sweat, thank you!). I think this is advertised for car seats... please consider it for other uses, you'll thank yourself.

Friday, August 21, 2009

Wagan Rechargeable Jumpstarter with 275 PSI Air Compressor

Product Description

Rechargeable Jumpstarter is a multi-purpose emergency power source. It can start your car engine in an emergency situation. It also has a convenient worklight.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #201708 in Kitchen & Housewares
  • Color: Grey
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2237

Features

  • Detachable magnetic 7W fluorescent worklight
  • Easy to read bi-color LED indicator for power status/ charge level
  • 275 PSI high power motor air compressor
  • DC Power Source
  • 400 Amp Cranking Power Jump- Starter

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Wagan Rechargeable Jumpstarter with 275 PSI Air Compressor

Product Description

Rechargeable Jumpstarter is a multi-purpose emergency power source. It can start your car engine in an emergency situation. It also has a convenient worklight.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #201708 in Kitchen & Housewares
  • Color: Grey
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2237

Features

  • Detachable magnetic 7W fluorescent worklight
  • Easy to read bi-color LED indicator for power status/ charge level
  • 275 PSI high power motor air compressor
  • DC Power Source
  • 400 Amp Cranking Power Jump- Starter

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Bead/Rattan Cool Cover

Product Description

Constructed of high quality wood. Intricately woven bead set at varying angles to massage your back. Spaces between beads allow for ventilation. Relaxing massage for long drives. Durable and comfortable.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #1015 in Automotive
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: IN9912
  • Released on: 2005-01-01
  • Dimensions: .25" h x 18.00" w x 41.00" l,

Features

  • High quality wood
  • Intricately patterned beads at varying angles, giving a nice massage
  • Designed to relieve tension, stress, aches and pains
  • Improves seat ventilation
  • Durable and comfortable, great for long drives

Customer Reviews

Does the job5
I was worried the first time I tried this beaded seat cover. It was stiff and hard. After fifteen minutes it became uncomfortable. But like new pair of shoes it is very comfortable after being broke in. It keeps my back from sweating so much and feels nice to sit on.

One thing. The band to hold the back to the seat is just barely big enough to go around my seat. I don't have anything to hook the loops on the bottom part to, but that's not a problem for me. I think I would work well enough just sitting unsecured in the seat.

It's solidly constructed I'm 200lbs and have been driving on it for two weeks and can't see any signs of wear or breakage.

Office Chair Enhancement4
I have a large leather chair for work. I spend most of the day in front of two computers so when the temperatures in Southern California go up the leather ceases to be comfortable .. for me. So I purchase this seat from Amazon. I have used it everyday for the last 2 months and it is very comfortable. Infact I'm sitting on it NOW.
Quality seems good so far, I don't expect to have to replace it for quite a while.

Rattan cool cover seat5
This rattan cool cover was used for a senior who is confined to a wheel chair in a nursing home. It works great for air circulation especially in the summer. Recommended by a dermatologist.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Wagan EL2577 7 Liter Personal Fridge and Warmer

Product Description

Wagan 7 Liter Personal Fridge and Warmer is designed to keep the food and beverages at the perfect serving temperature. It keeps the drink cold as well as perishables fresh without ice, allowing more space and has 7 liter capacity which is equivalent to 9


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #7817 in Automotive
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2577

Features

  • Holds 9 Cans / 7 Liter Capacity
  • Padded Armrest and Carrying Strap
  • Power: 12V DC, 48 watts, 4 amps
  • Cooling capacity: 35-40 degrees F below room temperature
  • Heats up to 140 Degrees

Wagan Tri-Way Socket

Product Description

Expands one cigarette lighter socket to power 3 electronic items. Swivel head to adjust to the angle needed for use. Direct plug-in. No installation needed.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #2595 in Automotive
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL9588
  • Dimensions: .45 pounds

Features

  • Direct plug-in
  • No installation needed
  • Works with most 12V appliances
  • 10 amp fuse protection

Thursday, July 30, 2009

Wagan Twin USB/DC Sockets Traveler's Adapter

Product Description

Transforms 1 cigarette lighter outlet into a 2 USB and 2 12v DC outlets! Now you have enough room to power all your electronics on the go! Built-in LED indicator. Adapter head can swing 180¿. 12-24v input and 5 plus or minus 0.1v 0~2A DC output.


Customer Reviews

Not perfect, but does a good job.4
I recently used this product on a 3000 mile/5 week trip in which my wife needed some extra power ports. The product does a very good job sending power to it 4 plugs (two DC and two USB).

The biggest draw back is that the product would sometimes work itself out of the socket and thus stop sending power to anything. My van has two DC plugs in the front. One is the normal depth of a cigarette lighter and the other was a littler deeper. We never kept it in the regular cigarette lighter because it would come out too easily but it would still occasionally work itself out of the other deeper socket we have as well. On our entire trip I think this may have happened 5 times.

I would recommend this product though it is not perfect.

Works great, good value5
I bought this a few months ago, mostly to charge my Sony Walkman MP3 player. It looks very well build, and I've never had it work it's way out of the 12 volt socket.

The time to charge my MP3 player using the USB port is much less than that required when the player is plugged into my computer.

I'd definitely recommend it.

Works great4
Like the other reviewer said, it wiggles far enough out from time to time that the power goes off, but it's rare enough that it doesn't really bother me. I have found it very useful to have the extra plugs and am definatly glad I got it. the way that it folds down is helpful, I have it folded so that it is flat against the car and out of the way of the shifter, although it would probably fit if it stuck straight out.

Saturday, July 25, 2009

Wagan Total Rest Heat Massage Magnetic Cushion

Product Description

Enjoy soothing relief throughout your entire body, anywhere and anytime! Perfect for automobile, home and office use. Operates on 12 volt cigarette power or AC power. 4 powerful massaging motorsact to give a complete total body massage. Features heat and massage lumbar support to provide spot relief and comfort, plus it's multi-functional - 20 plus different combinations including 2 lumbar and 2 shoulder massage settings, heat only, heat with massage and massage only.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #16017 in Automotive
  • Color: Black
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: IN9888
  • Dimensions: 2.00" h x 20.00" w x 39.00" l, 7.08 pounds

Features

  • Portable heated massage magnetic cushion can be used anywhere, anytime!
  • Pin point massaging relief
  • Soothe and relax tense muscles
  • Easy access control panel
  • Lightweight for easy travel and storage

Monday, July 20, 2009

7 L Thermo-Fridge/Warmer with AC adapter

Product Description

This 7 L Thermo-Fridge/Warmer keeps your food at the perfect temperature. Includes AC adapter for home, office or dorm use.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #4440 in Automotive
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2336-5
  • Dimensions: 11.00" h x 11.00" w x 13.00" l,

Features

  • Capacity = 7L
  • Cooling capacity: 40º below room temperature
  • Hot/Cold/Off switch - cools your beverages and heats your food with the flip of a switch
  • Use in either horizontal or upright position
  • Portable unit can easily be taken from car to office to home.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Wagan Universal-Fit Air Circulating Ventilated Seat Cushion

Product Description

The Wagan Air Circulating Seat Cushion is designed to provide cooling relief for hot car rides or in the home or office. Much like ventilated seats in high end luxury cars, the cushion is desinged to draw in cool air and circulate throughout the seat to provide cooling relief for your back and lower seat area. Includes an adjustable control to set the most comfortable level possible. Easy to install, simply attach the seat cushion to your car seat using the easily adjustable straps and plug the DC adapter into your automobile's 12V socket.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #3158 in Automotive
  • Color: Black/Gray
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: IN2425
  • Released on: 2007-03-01

Features

  • Ventilated back and bottom helps to keep you cool, especially on those long, hot car rides
  • Built in electric fan draws in cool air and circulates throughout seat
  • Adjustable air level control
  • Adjustable straps help keep cushion firmly in place

Customer Reviews

Works great - while it still works!3
I have had this seat cushion for about a month and it really does the job well in Tucson. No matter how hot the car is when you get in it you feel cool in a few seconds. I was surprised to find that the air flow is as good up your back as it is in the lower part of the cushion. Another pleasant surprise was the included AC adapter for office use. The ad indicated that was optional.

I would have given it a 5 star rating except for the poor construction. Initially it looks well made but the quality of construction is just not there. I had to rebuild the speed control because it was flaky and was only giving one speed. Yes, I could have returned it but did not need the hassle and I knew it was an easy fix. The fan motor itself is housed in a zipper pouch on the front of the cushion and hangs down in front of the seat when in use.
After a week of use it did not seem to cool as well so I checked the motor and found that the zipper opens up on its own and lets the air out so it is no longer blowing into the cushion. A zipper with a lock could have cured this. I also found that the power cord, which is secured to the top edge of the fan housing with two small cable ties, had come loose and the wires were at risk of breaking. They just never made the cable ties tight at the factory. This was an easy fix as well.
After 3 weeks I again noticed that the air flow was not as good as it should be so I checked the zipper. This time the entire back edge of the pouch was coming un-stitched from the cushion. I could tell there would be no point in returning the unit for a new one because it would just do the same thing so I repaired the seam with contact cement.

It's a shame! This could be a really nice seat cover because it works so well when it does work, and the fixes would be so easy for Wagan to make.
1. Do a better job with the motor control. (Quality control)
2. Put a lock on the zipper.
3. Double-stitch the motor pouch seams.

I got this unit on sale for about 30 bucks, but would pay twice that if they built it better.

worked great until it stopped working!2
I used this seat cushion for a couple months last summer (I live in Arizona, today it was 111F). When it got cooler, I took it out and put in my seat warmer for the winter. I just put this one back in about a month ago and it just stopped working two days ago. End of story. But, as hot as it gets here, I'm tempted to buy a new one when available because it does make a heck of a difference because of the evaporative cooling with the "dry heat" here in AZ.

Nice and cool5
I have psoriasis on the back of my legs which is made worse by sweating in the summer. This seat works great to keep my legs cool and dry on long rides and I just ordered a second one for another vehicle. I like the product very much.

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

400 Watt Continuous Power

Product Description

It's portability at it's best. The Smart AC Inverter allows you to run your small electronics, like laptop computers, mobile appliances and other AC applications from just about anywhere.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #4575 in Automotive
  • Color: champagne
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2003
  • Released on: 2005-01-01
  • Dimensions: 6.00" h x 2.00" w x 4.75" l, 3.00 pounds

Features

  • Overload protection and indicator
  • 2 AC outlets with ground
  • 12V DC cigarette lighter plug
  • Low battery shutdown when DC voltage falls

Customer Reviews

Reliable, fair size and well designed inveter5
I had before two other brand name inverters, but I had troubles with them, as they kept tripping the protection, got too hot, and overall I could not run a lap-top and my son's game console in the same time.
On the other hand, the Wagan inverter (400W continuous / 1000W instantaneous) ran excellent in several long trips. No problems whatsoever, I powered all kind of equipment, from lap-top computer, to cell phones charger, GPS power supply, my son's Game Boy system and Game Cube. Most of the time it ran just warm, but a few times it did get pretty hot, however I had no problems with it at all. The best features are that it has two power outlets so you can plug in two "things" in the same time, and has also overload and overheating protection.
It was certainly worth the money.

Monday, July 13, 2009

Smart AC 150 USB

Product Description

150-watts of continuous power / 300-watts peak surge / Built-in thermal cooling fan / Low battery indicator / Includes airline adapter


Customer Reviews

very good4
So far I found this inverter to go just what it says it will do and that is to power up your electronics on the go. I recently bought it for my trip to Florida-Orlando. We were flying so I wanted to use my new laptop and needed something to keep it powered up on the plane. Unfortunately for me I did not check out the web site for tips on how to use it. I did not understand how I was going to do this since there was no adapter for the laptop, (there is an adapter for the Airplane, I just did not know how to attah my laptop to the inverter) but I did hook up my ipod. But when i got home I looked at the website and saw that the two holes on the inverter is where the normal plug(A/C) goes. So I now know. That was my fault. It also comes with an adapter for the car so on my next trip I will get to use it properly. It can be a big help with all the electronic junk needed to entertain the kids. I recommend this highly to all travelers with kids or who are kids at heart.

Great for the constant traveler4
This product can be used in airplanes or cars. Airplane use is limited unless you fly in business or first class frequently, but I have used it when I find an outlet. Newer airplanes are beginning to have regular 110 outlets at the seats so this won't be necessary some day. My most frequent use is in the car for charging various electronics or using my computer in the car. It makes a bit of noise and gets hot when in operation, but it works great. It's small and easy to pack in your carry-on. The USB connection is handy, too. I can charge my phone and my computer at the same time.

Sunday, July 12, 2009

Wagan EL2050 Heavy Duty Air Compressor

Product Description

Wagan Heavy Duty Air Compressor helps to inflate the tire quickly and easily. It features 100 PSI and maximum flow rate is 35L/min. This compressor plugs it into the car's cigarette lighter and is easy to use as well as includes a 10 feet cord. It includes 1 sports needle as well as 2 nozzle adapters and pressure gage for convenient readout. This compressor is ideal for inflating rafts, sport balls, etc.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #12766 in Automotive
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2050
  • Dimensions: 10.00 pounds

Features

  • Helps to inflate the tire quickly and easily
  • Features 100 PSI and maximum flow rate is 35L/min
  • Plugs it into the car's cigarette lighter and is easy to use
  • Includes 1 sports needle as well as 2 nozzle adapters
  • Ideal for inflating rafts, sport balls, etc

Customer Reviews

Portable Automotive Compressors5
As a proffesional mechanical and industrial field engineer, I give high marks to this unit. It's compactness and performance are well appreciated. It performs quietly and efficiently. I have owned several portable automotive compressors over the years and this unit easily out-performs them all.

It would, however, greatly benefit by being suppied with a storage case of some kind!

Excellent compressor5
I wanted to replace my noisy, slow, plastic automotive compressor with something more durable. I've been very pleased with my purchase of the Wagan unit.

The metal construction is solid, and compliments excellent performance. I topped off four car tires in the time it would have taken my old unit to do one. I even refilled a flat spare to 60psi in minutes, a job that would have overheated and probably killed the old compressor. The Wagan hardly broke a sweat.

The Wagan is significantly quieter, faster, and appears to be much more solid and durable than the typical plastic automotive compressor available out there.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

4 Way Socket

Product Description

This 4 way socket allows you power up to 4 electronic items at once! Simply plug it into your vehicle's 12v cigarette lighter to quickly expand from one DC socket to four. Simultaneously power your electronics. Ideal for powering your laptop, cell phone, CD player, satellite radio, radar detector, etc. This item also includes a built-in fuse protector to protect your vehicle from damage. Plus it includes mounting hardware (screws, mount and double-sided tape) to help you position the unit securely onto the dashboard inside your vehicle. 34" cord length. Size: 4.75 x 2.75 x 1.5".


Customer Reviews

Heavy duty splitter5
This splitter is HEAVY and bulky. But if located correctly, these are advantages. I was using all 4 outlets with multiple swaps going on all day by people from different angles in the van, and there was never a problem with intermitant contact or loose contacts. I attribute that to the heavy casing and the heavy outlets. The only caution are the two tabs used to attach the splitter. They appear to be undersized if the splitter is hung. I used both the provided double-sided tape and the tabs to hang my splitter - it is quite stable.

Nice lil' box4
Not much to it. But still, it does what it supposed to do, and and is solid.

Comes with screws and a mount for the dash, and double sided tape so you can mount the way you prefer. 4 outlets, one with the "spring" bit that works with your cig lighter. The maybe 3' cord leading to the device is nice, and makes it flexible for mounting.

Works like a charm5
I bought this inverter because I have a satellite radio and a cell phone. It has four outlets, and I wanted to have a couple more available if I ever need them. It fits into a little bay on my dash, isn't too bulky, and I've had no problems with it at all. Highly recommended.

Friday, July 10, 2009

Wagan Solar ePanel 12 Power Supply

Product Description

Solar panel converts daylight into electricity to charge 12v batteries, extending battery life. Made of high efficiency mono-crystalline solar cells embedded in trabsparent vinyl acetate behind tempered glass with heavy backsheet ensuring maintenance free performance.


Customer Reviews

Solar Power for your Laptop!5
I live on the Gulf Coast and was just hit hard by Hurricane Ike. I bought this solar product to help power my laptop and it works very well. You will need sunshine and a 12 volt inverter. At this time I have not fully played with the device, but when I plugged my 12 volt inverter, it came alive with full power.

Excellent power source for remote living5
I bought this panel for my friend who is a missionary in Haiti. She is often without any electricity, and would find herseld with no way to communicate to the outside world. When Haiti was hit hard by 4 hurricanes - all power was lost for weeks and weeks. This panel has allowed her use her computer and to charge her cell phone. She is no longer cut off, and can also get her work done. It has been such a hit there, others in Haiti are asking me to bring them one!

Pros and Cons4
To be objective..

Pros:
- Well built (although has those sharp edges as mentioned in another review)
- At 9AM, clear sky, mid May in Brazil, around 17 degrees Celsius (it is Autumn and the temp is dropping), it is generating about 8 watts (18.8 volts at 0.44 Amps.. probably around noon is going to be even more powerful)

Cons:
- 18.8 volts! Depending on the device you are connecting to it, it may be burned if not tolerant to higher voltage. It should be around 12v, and I think 50% it too much variation.
- The picture shows a girl with the panel hung to a backback. Indeed, you will need to make holes in the fabric in order to do that.. there is no way to hang it as it comes from factory
- Those sharp edges and the pet finish over the panels can be improved. Something that would be more scratch-resistance would be best, especially if you are taking it outdoors.

I surely recommend the item, but I'll definitivelly look for a small solar charge control to use with the panel. I'm no electric engineer and I've read you dont need one for panels that dont go beyond 12w, but 18v is too high IMHO, so I'm kinda scared of connecting my Garmin GPS to it. I'll probably look for "Sunforce 7 Amp Charge Controller".. never tested or seen it, but the reviews shows that it may worth the try.

Edit:

With direct sunlight, from 9AM to 11AM, it fully charged two CR123 Tenergy batteries in about 2 hours, what is really amazing. On the other hand..

Now I'm measuring the power generated by the panel with the sky covered by clouds. It is noon, pretty clear on the same day, but no direct sunlight. It is quite a surprise it is still generating those 18 volts, but now, at 0.04 amps ONLY. Since the Tenergy batteries are charged already, I cant measure how long it would take to charge them, but I believe it would take quite long... I'll update this later whenever I can test charging them again w/o direct light.

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Wagan Deluxe Heated Seat Cushion

Product Description

Wagan Tech's Deluxe Heated Seat Cushion quickly heats icy seats to provide immediate warmth and comfort for the legs and lower back/lumbar area. It maintains a 110 to 120 degree comfort zone, which soothes aching muscles and improves circulation. This cushion is designed with breathable and attractive synthetic leather, and includes multiple straps and hooks to secure the cushion firmly to the seat. It runs on the car's 12-volt outlet, packs flat for portability/travel use, and includes a 90 day limited manufacturer's warranty. The cushion fits bucket and narrow split seats.


Customer Reviews

Very interesting and quite useful product4
I got this for my husband, who dislikes cold winter days. Overall the heated seat is a good value for the money. The cable with cigarette lighter plug is quite long and will probably even make it to the back seats, if anyone wants the cushion there. The unit just plugs in and in about 2 minutes you have heat. There is no adjustment of heat, it just warms up gradually then stays there. On the plug there is a red light to show you it's working. There is no need to disconnect when turning off the car since the power is cut to the cigarette lighter. The only gripe I have is the way this seat is attached. There are rubber bands with plastic hooks at the top of the seat for hookup(can run around the headrest), then there are rubber bands on the sides(these can be run behind the seat, a bit short) and finally there is a rubber fitting underneath the seat, presumably to go over the seat. Seems in most cars this is useless, as most car seats are sitting on rails to move them back and forth and there is not enough clearance to use the rubber bands for secure fit. The only way to install is just to place the cushion on a seat, then hook up the upper bands and hooks, and then the same thing on the side. The seat cushion will move around somewhat, but it's not too bad. 4 stars because of the problem with attachment to seat. This product does not allow you to adjust the heat, so for heat sensitive, get a product with adjustment, although probably have to spend at least double. Also the cord comes out on the driver side door, so it has to go under the seat cushion to reach the cig. ligher. OK if on passenger side. Good, working product overall, does what it says. I would buy this product again.

Worked like a charm.5
It was used for a road trip right after we received it. My 82 year old Mom has terrible arthritis so usually a car trip is out of the question. The seat warmer made it much easier for her. We also bought one for Dad. He didn't turn on the heater, but commented on how warm and comfortable it was even without heat.

Exceeded my expectations5
I shopped long and hard for a product like this! I almost bought my new car based on whether it had heated seats - the problem is, I wanted the Honda Element, which doesn't offer that feature - and most cars that offer heated seats are leather, which doesn't hold up well with my traveling dog. I found this product on Amazon, liked the price, and ultimately trusted the review of the consumer. The best feature about it is that it heats up instantly. I really don't know what the difference between the standard and the delux model is, but for a couple extra dollars, I thought it was worth it to try. Durable, light and easily cleanable. I've been telling everyone I know about this wonderful product.

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Wagan EL2564 Bluetooth Wireless Handsfree Car Kit with Text to Speech Technology

Product Description

Wagan Bluetooth Wireless Handsfree Car Kit with Text to Speech Technology is a great alternative for those who worry about losing the bluetooth ear piece or doesn't want to charge it. It easily attaches to the sun visor and facilitates call answering with voice command. This kit has text to speech technology that announces instructions in 5 different languages and also indicates the status of the bluetooth device. It transfers the phonebook to the hands-free car kit for fast voice dialing and text to speech identification of the phonebook contacts. This kit is compact and portable as well as easy to use.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #4087 in Automotive
  • Color: Black
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2564
  • Dimensions: .57 pounds

Features

  • Bluetooth version 2.0 with DSP
  • Features high quality speaker audibly announces the name of the incoming caller or phone
  • Advanced built-in mic with echo cancellation and noise suppression
  • Allows answering the calls with voice command
  • Text to speech technology in english, spanish, french, italian and german

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Wagan 18 Liter Thermo Sport Fridge w/ Radio

Product Description

Simply plug into your car's cigarette lighter to cool or warm your food and beverages. Plus you can listen to the built-in radio with input jack for music player as well.


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #18971 in Automotive
  • Brand: Wagan
  • Model: EL2560

Features

  • Built-in radio with input jack for music player
  • Cools down to 39 degrees F
  • Heats up to 140 degrees F
  • High Quality insulation
  • Rd and Green LEDs indicate warming or cooling

Customer Reviews

Nice and portable, wish it held a charge for a little while4
I use this in the winter to keep snack warm for ski racers out on the hill. If only the battery held a charge for a little while, it would be perfect. Still, it is the best thing I have found available - very lightweight. I warm "hot pockets" in my oven at home, then I wrap them in a couple sheets of paper towel and then foil. I pop them into the pre-warmed cooler and plug it into my car lighter and drive to the hill. They stay nice and warm for over an hour, even in really cold conditions.