Suntoy was approached by Consol to design a solar light in a one-litre classic glass preserve jar. Design considerations included durable electronics, re-chargeable batteries, LED lights and a solar panel. Suntoy designed a unique on-off switch that has no moving parts and is watertight. The Consol Solar Jar™ is primarily a reading light and portable lantern. It is ideal for communities living without electricity off-grid. It also inspires creative table décor as a Theatre in a Jar. On a clear sunny day, a full charging offers six hours of light. On an overcast day, a full charging offers approximately one to three hours of light. An idea that sparked illuminated activations, truly is bottled sunshine. The principle is simple and seductively clever: it stores energy during the day and releases light at night. It’s a fun, eco-friendly and sustainable alternative light supply that makes it easy to go green.

AWARDS

Special Recognition: Institute of Packaging, SA Gold Pack Awards, 2011
Finalist: Most Beautiful Object in South Africa (MBOISA), Design Indaba, 2012
Runner Up: Eskom Energy Efficiency Lighting Design Competition, 2012
Winner: Best South African Household Product, Fair Lady magazine, 2012
Winner: Best Small Electrical Appliance, Fair Lady magazine, 2012

IMAGE GALLERY

View our Gallery for ideas on creative table décor.
Create your own Theatre in a Jar.
Read stories on our SunBlog of how people are using Consol Solar Jars.

COURIER CHARGES

Land Freight Courier Charges (South Africa only)

CORPORATE BRANDING

Sandblast corporate logos onto the glass jar, please email branding@suntoy.co.za for price list.

SPECIFICATIONS

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View the Worldwide Resellers list and contact details here.