Anker SOLIX PS400 Portable Solar Panel (400W)
Solar panel. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Anker SOLIX PS400 is a 400 W portable solar panel with up to 23% conversion efficiency. It uses monocrystalline solar cells and can be set at 30°, 40°, 50° or 80° angles, and it has an IP67 waterproof design. Its listed open circuit voltage is 57.6 V and its net weight is 35.3 lb.
Key features
- Maximum output 400 W
- Up to 23% conversion efficiency with monocrystalline solar cells
- Four set angles: 30°, 40°, 50° or 80°
- IP67 waterproof design
- Operating voltage 48 V, operating current 8.33 A, open circuit voltage 57.6 V
- Net weight 35.3 lb
- Supplied with MC4 solar charging cables, including an MC4 to XT-60 cable
What it is for
- camping
Specifications
| Rated power | 400 W |
|---|---|
| Weight | 16 kg (35.3 lb) |
| Dimensions | 254 × 99.1 × 3.0 cm (100.0 × 39.0 × 1.2 in) |
From the Anker SOLIX page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- Anker SOLIX PS400 Solar Panel
- 2x 9.8 ft (3 m) MC4 solar charging cable
- 1.6 ft (0.5 m) MC4 to XT-60 solar charging cable
- Safety manual
Connection and wiring
We have not linked an official manual for this model yet; see the Anker SOLIX page.
Error codes and troubleshooting
Solar panels have no error codes; faults show on the connected charge controller or power station.
FAQ
How much energy does the Anker SOLIX PS400 Portable Solar Panel (400W) make per day?
About 600 Wh on a short winter day (2 peak sun hours) and 1650 Wh in summer (5.5 h), after 25 % losses for angle, heat and the charge controller. Rated 400 W.
How long does it take to recharge a 1,000 Wh power station?
About 0.6 sunny summer days or 1.7 winter days with this one panel. Check that the station's solar input accepts the panel's voltage.