Goal Zero Sherpa 100PD Power Bank (4th Gen)

Goal Zero Sherpa 100PD Power Bank

Gen 4, the latest 4th version!

Goal Zero Sherpa 100PD Power Bank - a long name for a small, powerful power bank. The Sherpa 100PD is smaller and lighter than the Sherpa's more-portable big brother, the Sherpa 100AC.

The appearance of the metal-cased and very sturdy power bank is simple, as the device only has a power button, a small display that shows the battery charge, USB ports, and a wireless charging switch.

The backup power source is ideal for mobile workers, but also for hiking, photography or even taking it on a trip. The power bank is therefore suitable for many situations and purposes. Use the power bank to charge your laptop or charge camera batteries on the go. Charge your phone overnight on a hike, or use the power bank as additional power for stargazing or time-lapse photography.

Key features

• Capacity 94.72 Wh (i.e. approved by airlines as hand luggage)
• Capable of 60W charging
• Easy-to-read display
• 2 x USB-A and 1 x USB-C (PD)
• Qi charging pad for wireless charging

Connections and charging options

The Goal Zero Sherpa 100PD can charge four devices simultaneously - 2 devices via the USB-A port, 1 device via the USB-C port, and one wirelessly via a Qi charging pad. It is possible to charge the devices at the same time as the Sherpa itself.

The regular-sized USB (Type-A) 2.4A ports are great for slow charging when the device you're charging doesn't support any type of fast charging.

The USB-C port on the side of the Sherpa is a 60W Power Delivery (PD) port, which means that you can charge compatible devices much faster through the port. For example, you can charge MacBooks with a USB-C port that consumes a lot of power.

The Qi Wireless Charging Pad is a charging stand on top of the Sherpa that allows wireless charging with devices that support this (such as smartphones, smartwatches, headphones, etc.). Wireless charging pushes out 5W, so this is not for fast charging. The iPhone 12 battery charges from empty to about 20 percent in an hour.

The USB-C connection also serves as the charging port for the Sherpa 100PD.

How many times will the Sherpa 100PD charge a phone?

The number of times you can charge your phone is always affected by factors such as the phone model, battery, and temperature.

The manufacturer states in its information that the Sherpa with a battery capacity of 94.72 watt-hours charges

• Action camera (5Wh) about 19 times
• About 8 times that of a smartphone (12Wh)
• About 3 times the tablet (30Wh)
• USB-C laptop (50Wh) about 2 times

Specifications:

• Ports:
  2 x USB Type-A, Output: 5 VDC at 2.4 A (12Wh)
  1 x USB Type-C, Input/Output: 60 W
• Wireless charging: Yes, Qi (15W)
• Fast charging: Yes, USB Power Delivery (PD)

• Battery type: Lithium-Ion
• Battery capacity: 94.72Wh (14.8V, 6400mAh) 25600 mAh
• Charging time: 2.5 - 9 hours
• Service life: approximately 2000 charge cycles or 7-10 years depending on use.
• Maintenance: Charge every 3-6 months if the power bank is not used much

• Operating temperature: 0 - 40°C
• Dimensions: 9.68 x 2.59 x 19.53 cm
• Weight: 600g
• Warranty 12 months

Sales package includes: Sherpa 100PD power supply, USB to USB-C cable (1m)

Note: Blackmagic users: in our experience, it does not work as a power supply for the Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K FF, even though it meets the specs.