18-Watt Monocrystalline Folding Solar Panel with 8 Amp Charge Controller
- Lightweight, portable and water resistant
- 10 adaptor plugs
- When not in use, fold into a manageable size
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The 18-Watt Folding Solar Panel with 8 Amp Charge Controller allows you to take advantage of a free energy from the sun to power your electronics and 12-Volt batteries. The Solar panels offer an environmentally friendly alternative to keeping all your gadgets fully juiced. It uses efficient monocrystalline solar panels but its folding design conveniently allows for it to be a fraction of the size of a traditional solar panel. The folding design makes it ideal for traveling and storage while the O-rings are great for mounting or clipping to a backpack. The 18-Watt Folding Solar Panel is weatherproof and includes 10 various make and model laptop adapters and a clamp for use with 12-Volt batteries. The 8 Amp Charge Controller is used in unison with the Panel while charging batteries or electronic devices. It is required for use to protect the item connected to the Panel from overcharging, high voltage surges, short circuits, discharging and reverse current. Folded size: 7 in. x 6.75 in. x 0.5 in.
Highlights
- Lightweight, portable and water resistant
- Includes 12 ft. wire, 8 Amp charge controller, 10 laptop adapter plugs, battery clamps for portability
- When not in use, fold flat for easy storage
- Folds flat for easy storage
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Specifications
Dimensions
Panel Height (in.) | .1 in |
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Panel length (in.) | 27 |
Panel Width (in.) | 15 in |
Details
Amperage (A) | 8 |
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Application | Boat, RV, Shed, Vehicle |
Features | Portable, Weatherproof |
Included | Charge controller, Inverter |
Indoor/Outdoor | Outdoor |
Number of Panels | 1 |
Panel Material | Monocrystalline Silicon |
Panel weight (lb.) | 2 |
Returnable | 90-Day |
Solar Panel Type | Monocrystalline |
Voltage (v) | 12 v |
Wattage (W) | 18 |
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty | One year limited warranty. Call 800-588-0590 for warranty claims. |
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Questions & Answers
How does this make 8 amps? At 12V 18W makes around 1.6 Amps, so what gives? I want to use this for a battery tender for a car I rarely drive so the battery doesn't die in between uses.
The charge controller is rated for a maximum of 8 amps. The 18 watt panel is 1.5 amps. So you have capacity to add a few more panels if desired.
Does it come with a USB connector to charge 12v USB gadgets? Thanks!
No , no USB connector is available. you can not charge phones or any DC load directly of a solar panel, the solar panel always need a battery to provide power to. DC loads require a constant voltage , such out of a battery, solar panels produces variable voltage depending on sun and temperature, an therefore is not good to charge phones directly. Please feel free to contact Nature Power tech support for any more questions.
No, it does not. I wish it did. I made my own.
i have a 26' sailboat i am wanting to have a solar system on.. portable for not leaving on-board.. yet be able to hook up and go. needing to maintain the on-board batteries, (2 car batteries) while charging cellphones and some lighting at night...
This is more like a solar charger than a power supply. If you are running a small voltage light while charging a battery it will take a longer time to charge your battery. If you get more of these solar chargers and use one for each of your equipment than possibly.
Hi Paul, This folding solar panel is for maintaining and charging 12V batteries. The products you mentioned typically do not use a lot of power. So this solar system would work very well on your sailboat. It comes with a charge controller to help regular the voltage to your batteries. Happy Sailing!
Needed for very basic 2 1157 bulbs in trailer
As long as you have daylight or best of all sunlight you should be able to maintain your battery, but remember, the more you use from your battery, the longer it will take to recharge.
Yes Bozz, this item will maintain a topped off battery in regards to using small items such as light bulbs.
Can I run a small fridge off it while camping
No. Unless the frig is about the size of a coffee cup. This is more a charger than a constant power supply. I advise getting a genny for your frig.
No, you will not be able to run a small fridge with a 18W solar panels. If wanting to run small appliances we recommend a stronger panel.
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