BougeRV 100W Portable Solar Panel
Solar panel. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The BougeRV 100W Portable Solar Panel is a portable solar panel rated at 100W maximum power (Pmax 100W ±5%), with 25% solar cell efficiency. It has an 18V maximum power voltage and a 21V open-circuit voltage, and weighs 3.15 kg (6.9 lbs).
Key features
- Maximum power 100W ±5%, Vmp 18V ±5%, Imp 5.56A ±5%
- Open-circuit voltage 21V ±5%, short-circuit current 6.11A ±5%
- Solar cell efficiency 25%
- Max. system voltage 600V DC
- IP65 water and dust resistant, able to handle splashes and light rain; should not be fully submerged
- Multiple output ports for charging a power station while powering other compatible devices
- Operating temperature limits +14℉ to +149℉
- 2-year product warranty
What it is for
- Camping
- RV trips
- Emergency backup power
Specifications
| Rated power | 100 W |
|---|---|
| Weight | 3.15 kg (6.9 lb) |
| Dimensions | 114.3 × 58.4 × 2.5 cm (45.0 × 23.0 × 1.0 in) |
| Warranty | 2 years |
From the BougeRV page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the BougeRV manual.
Open the BougeRV manual (PDF) →
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 BougeRV 100W Portable Solar Panel make per day?
About 150 Wh on a short winter day (2 peak sun hours) and 413 Wh in summer (5.5 h), after 25 % losses for angle, heat and the charge controller. Rated 100 W.
How long does it take to recharge a 1,000 Wh power station?
About 2.4 sunny summer days or 6.7 winter days with this one panel. Check that the station's solar input accepts the panel's voltage.