Pecron PV300
Solar panel. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Pecron PV300 is a 300 W foldable monocrystalline solar panel with an IP67 ingress protection rating. It weighs about 12.74 kg, has up to 25% cell conversion efficiency, and uses MC4 connectors. The page says it is sold separately from the Pecron portable power station it is meant to be used with.
Key features
- Maximum power 300 W (+5%), operating voltage 36 V, operating current 8.3 A, open circuit voltage 41.4 V, short circuit current 8.7 A
- Monocrystalline cells with cell efficiency of 25% or higher and conversion efficiency up to 25%
- Universal MC4 connectors for most solar-compatible devices
- 4-fold design that folds for transport and storage, net weight around 12.74 kg
- IP67 ingress protection rating
- Operating temperature -10°C to +65°C
- Used with a Pecron portable power station, sold separately
What it is for
- outdoor life
- unexpected power outages
Specifications
| Rated power | 300 W |
|---|---|
| Weight | 12.74 kg (28.1 lb) |
| Dimensions | 63.6 × 78.9 × 4.9 (folded); 236.2 × 78.7 × 0.45 (unfolded) cm (25.0 × 31.1 × 1.9 × 31.0 × 0.2 in) |
From the Pecron page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the Pecron manual.
Open the Pecron 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 Pecron PV300 make per day?
About 450 Wh on a short winter day (2 peak sun hours) and 1238 Wh in summer (5.5 h), after 25 % losses for angle, heat and the charge controller. Rated 300 W.
How long does it take to recharge a 1,000 Wh power station?
About 0.8 sunny summer days or 2.2 winter days with this one panel. Check that the station's solar input accepts the panel's voltage.