Goal Zero Boulder 200 Briefcase
Solar panel · Boulder. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Goal Zero Boulder 200 Briefcase is a 200 W foldable solar panel made of two 100 W tempered glass panels joined by a hinge. It folds to a briefcase-style case, has a High Power Port rated 14-22V up to 14A (200W max), and is best used for recharging Goal Zero Yeti power stations. It holds no charge and produces power only when exposed to sunlight.
Key features
- 200 W total from two chained 100 W panels (14-21.8V) joined by a hinge
- High Power Port: 14-22V, up to 14A (200W max)
- Open circuit voltage 21.8V; maximum power point voltage 18.1V; monocrystalline cells
- Tempered glass with aluminum frame and added corner protection
- Built-in kickstand and 6 ft cable
- Folded 40 x 26.75 x 3.5 in; unfolded 40 x 53.5 x 1.75 in
- Chaining multiple units with HPP connections requires the 4x High Power Port Combiner to High Power Port Connector (SKU 98061)
- 2-year warranty
What it is for
- Home backup
- Camping
- Boondocking
Specifications
| Rated power | 200 W |
|---|---|
| Weight | 19 kg (41.9 lb) |
| Dimensions | 101.6 × 70 × 8.9 cm (40.0 × 27.6 × 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 200 Briefcase with cord and built-in kickstand
- Protective canvas 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 200 Briefcase make per day?
About 300 Wh on a short winter day (2 peak sun hours) and 825 Wh in summer (5.5 h), after 25 % losses for angle, heat and the charge controller. Rated 200 W.
How long does it take to recharge a 1,000 Wh power station?
About 1.2 sunny summer days or 3.3 winter days with this one panel. Check that the station's solar input accepts the panel's voltage.