Lion Energy 100W Solar Panel
Solar panel · LW. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Lion 100W LW (Light Weight) 12V portable solar panel is a monocrystalline solar panel rated at 100W / 12V @ 5.84A, weighing 8.5 lbs. It recharges power units such as the Lion Summit and UT 1300 using sunlight, and up to 4 panels can be linked for increased output.
Key features
- Rated power 100W / 12V @ 5.84A; max output 18V @ 5.56A
- Open circuit voltage (VOC) 20.52V; short-circuit current (ISC) 6.14A; max power point 5.84A @ 17.1V
- Monocrystalline solar cells in a durable folding panel with protective casing
- Adjustable legs for ground setup or mounting on a roof, shed, RV, or camper van
- Expandable: link up to 4 panels for increased output
- Anti-corrosive aluminum construction
- Warranty of 5 years (some variants specify 1 year); rated for 20 years of solar output performance
What it is for
- camping
- RV or camper van
- construction site
- tailgating
Specifications
| Rated power | 100 W |
|---|---|
| Expandable | Yes |
| Weight | 3.86 kg (8.5 lb) |
| Dimensions | 59.7 × 103.8 × 1.9 cm (23.5 × 40.9 × 0.7 in) |
| Warranty | 5 years |
From the Lion Energy page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- 1x Solar Panel 100W 12V
- 1x User Manual
Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the Lion Energy manual.
Open the Lion Energy 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 Lion Energy 100W 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.