The main difference between the Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack and the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack is that the Solar Converter Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Waterproof and UV resistant material) while the Slate 30 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Voltaic Systems | Kelty |
Name | Solar Converter Backpack | Slate 30 Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 20L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 18 x 6 | 19 x 12 x 10 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.4 | 1.63 | |
Fabric | Recycled PET Fabric | 600D Polyester Oxford | |
Color | Matte Black | Midnight Navy | |
Warranty | Voltaic Systems 2 Year Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 21, 2013 | September 30, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.1 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $125 | Under $60 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Breathable mesh shoulder straps | Padded airmesh shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Waterproof and UV resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 side pockets and back zipped pocket | 5 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 2 interior pockets | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and charger | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 5.5W at 6 volts solar panel, USB battery pack | Key fob, bike light loop | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | Padded |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | High density molded back section | Padded airmesh back panel |
Voltaic Systems 's Solar Converter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.
The Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 18 x 6. It's made of Recycled PET Fabric and is available in Matte Black in comparison the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19 x 12 x 10 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Oxford it weighs 1.63 pounds and is available in Midnight Navy.
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