Goal Zero Boulder 100 Briefcase
Solar panel · Boulder. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Goal Zero Boulder 100 Briefcase is a 100 W solar panel kit made of two 50 W panels, with a pre-installed 10A PWM charge controller for 12V batteries. It weighs 12.8 kg (28.25 lbs) and folds to 70 x 55.2 x 8.9 cm, with a canvas carrying bag and built-in kickstand. The warranty is 2 years.
Key features
- 100 W total from two 50 W panels chained together and joined by a hinge; solar input 14-21.5V
- Pre-installed 10A PWM charge controller for 12V batteries
- Blue 8mm solar port rated 14-21.5V, up to 7A (100W max)
- Input/output M5 terminals and a 15A replaceable fuse
- Connector options: spade to SAE cable, SAE to alligator clips, and SAE to ring terminal
- Charge controller settings listed for LTO, gel, LiFePO4, AGM, WET and calcium batteries
- Tempered glass panels in an aluminum frame with corner protection; integrated kickstand
- Chaining Boulder 100 Briefcase panels requires 4x 8mm to HPP combiner cable, sold separately
Specifications
| Rated power | 100 W |
|---|---|
| Solar input | 100 W |
| Weight | 12.8 kg (28.2 lb) |
| Dimensions | 70 × 55.2 × 8.9 cm (27.6 × 21.7 × 3.5 in) |
| Warranty | 2 years |
From the Goal Zero page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- Boulder 100 Briefcase solar panel with cord and built-in kickstand
- 10-Amp charge controller (pre-installed)
- Integrated 8mm connector
- Spade to SAE cable
- SAE to alligator clips and SAE to ring terminal options
- Protective canvas carrying bag
Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the Goal Zero manual.
Open the Goal Zero 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 Goal Zero Boulder 100 Briefcase 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.