Solar Panels
Choose your solar panel
SE200 Foldable Panel
- 200 W output
- Folds for carrying and storage
- Easy to set up and re-aim
SE200 Integrated Panel
- 200 W output
- Compact laminated design
- Neat, simple setup
SF200 Flexible Panel
- 200 W output
- Lightweight and flexible
- Suits curved surfaces
SF100 Flexible Panel
- 100 W output
- Light and portable
- Easy top-up charging
SP037 400W Panel
- 400 W output
- Faster charging
- For bigger batteries
SE160 Panel
- 160 W output
- Mid-size, flexible choice
- Good everyday charging
How many watts of solar do you need?
| Example daily use | Energy per day | Panel size to aim for |
|---|---|---|
| Phones, lights and a router | ≈ 300 Wh | ≈ 100 W |
| A laptop workday and a router | ≈ 600 Wh | ≈ 200 W |
| A fridge, lights and a laptop | ≈ 1,200 Wh | ≈ 400 W |
| A busy household's essentials | ≈ 2,400 Wh | ≈ 800 W |
Example: 1,200 Wh a day ÷ 4 peak sun hours ÷ 0.75 = 400 W of panels. Peak sun hours depend on where you live and the season, and 0.75 allows for system losses. The table above assumes 4 sun hours.
Example: a 1,000 Wh battery with a 200 W panel needs roughly 1,000 ÷ (200 × 0.75) ≈ 6.7 hours of strong sun, which can mean more than one day. A 400 W panel halves that. Always check your power station's maximum solar input first.
Foldable, flexible or high-output?
Foldable panels
Fold flat for carrying and storage, then stand up on a kickstand. Simple to set up and easy to re-aim.
Flexible panels
Thin and lightweight, so they're easy to carry and can sit on curved surfaces. Handle with care and secure them against the wind.
High-output panels
Larger panels such as 400W models collect much more energy and recharge faster. They're heavier and need more room.
Laminated and integrated panels
A compact laminated build in a neat format, suited to a simple, tidy setup.
Match your panel to your power station
- The power station's maximum solar input (watts), so you don't choose a panel it can't use fully.
- The input voltage and current range, which should cover the panel's output.
- The connector type, and whether you need an adapter cable.
- Whether the panel is included with the product, as with our kits.
- The manual's guidance before you connect more than one panel together.
Placement, power and care
Set it up well
- Place it in direct sun, clear of shade.
- Face it toward the sun and angle it to catch more light.
- Re-aim it every hour or two as the sun moves.
- Secure it so wind can't tip or drag it.
Collect more energy
- Charge during the middle of the day.
- Keep shadows off the panel, even small ones.
- Use heavy appliances when the panel is producing.
- Add a larger panel if your power station accepts it.
Look after it
- Wipe off dust and dirt with a soft damp cloth.
- Don't walk on or bend a panel.
- Store it dry and flat or folded, as the manual advises.
- Check cables and connectors for damage.
Panels side by side
| Panel | Type | Output | Where to find it | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE200 Foldable | Foldable | 200 W | Sold on its own | Outdoor |
| SE200 Integrated | Laminated, integrated | 200 W | Sold on its own | Independence |
| SF200 | Flexible | 200 W | R1500 and S2000 Pro kits | RV & Van Life |
| SF100 | Flexible | 100 W | R4000 kit | Emergency |
| SE160 | Solar panel | 160 W | R2500 V2 kit | Work |
| SP037 | High-output | 400 W | S2000 Pro, R3500 and R4000 kits | Home Backup |
| 600W panel setup | High-output | 600 W | R2500 V2 600W kit | Independence |
Which panel fits the way you live?
Camping and outdoors
A foldable panel that packs flat and sets up fast.
Van and RV life
Flexible and portable panels to keep the battery full on the road.
Home backup
Higher-output panels to recharge during a long outage.
Emergencies
A panel you can store and set out when you need it.
Energy independence
Bigger panel setups that collect more every day.
Work anywhere
Top up your gear through the day, wherever you work.
Questions about solar panels
Work out your daily energy use in watt-hours, divide by the peak sun hours in your area, and divide by 0.75 to allow for losses. That gives the panel wattage to aim for. For example, 1,200 Wh a day with 4 sun hours needs about 400 W. Check that your power station accepts that much solar input.
Foldable panels fold flat and stand on a kickstand, so they’re simple to set up and move. Flexible panels are thinner and lighter and can sit on curved surfaces, but they need more care and should be secured. Both charge the same way.
No. The panel has to match the power station’s solar input limits, including voltage, current and connector. Check the specifications on both product pages, or choose one of our kits, where the pieces are matched for you.
Hours of full sun ≈ battery Wh ÷ (panel W × 0.75). A 1,000 Wh battery with a 200 W panel needs about 6.7 hours of strong sun, often more than a day. Bigger panels charge faster, up to your power station’s maximum input.
Yes, but at reduced output. Cloud, haze and shade all cut the energy a panel collects, so charging takes longer. Size your battery with spare capacity and consider a larger panel if you often face dull weather.
Some power stations accept more than one panel, and some don’t. Check your power station’s maximum solar input and the manual before you connect panels together.
Keep it clean with a soft damp cloth, avoid bending or standing on it, store it dry as the manual advises, and take it in during high wind or storms.