Goal Zero Nomad 400
Solar panel · Nomad. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Goal Zero Nomad 400 is a 400 W portable solar panel that folds for transport and weighs 16.6 kg (36.60 lbs). It has a 400 W HPP output port for charging a compatible Yeti power station and a 5 V, 2.4 A USB-A port for charging devices directly. The panel is rated IP65 and comes with a 2 year warranty.
Key features
- 400 W rated solar power from monocrystalline cells with lamination construction
- HPP output port rated 14-150 V, 40 A, 400 W
- USB-A output port rated 5 V, 2.4 A, 12 W
- Folds to 72.5 x 80.5 x 3 cm and unfolds to 289.5 x 80.5 x 0.5 cm
- IP65 ingress protection and an operating temperature range of -40 to 85 °C
- Estimated charge times: Yeti 1500X 4-8 hours, Yeti 3000X 9-18 hours, Yeti 6000X 18-36 hours, Yeti PRO 4000 12-24 hours, Yeti PRO 8000 24-48 hours
- 2 year warranty
What it is for
- overlanding
- camping
- backyard use during a power outage
Specifications
| Rated power | 400 W |
|---|---|
| Weight | 16.6 kg (36.6 lb) |
| Dimensions | 72.5 × 80.5 × 3 cm (28.5 × 31.7 × 1.2 in) |
| Warranty | 2 years |
From the Goal Zero page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- Nomad 400 Solar Panel
- 15 ft HPP Extension Cable
- Shoulder Straps
- 4X Ground Stakes
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 Nomad 400 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.