Dennx
Adventurer
I was told its ready to go out of the box. No programming needed.
100W Portable kit on ebay
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I was told its ready to go out of the box. No programming needed.
dstock
Explorer
So far so good!
I plugged it in on a recent camping trip and it worked great. My aux battery was down about 20-30% overnight between my fridge and my daughters' cell phone charging needs. Within a couple hours the aux battery was topped off.
I fabbed up a quick harness using a trailer wiring harness so I would not have to pop the hood to charge.
We were not parked for an extended period but I feel pretty confident the panels would have no trouble keeping up.
Thanks again for the heads up on this!
I plugged it in on a recent camping trip and it worked great. My aux battery was down about 20-30% overnight between my fridge and my daughters' cell phone charging needs. Within a couple hours the aux battery was topped off.
I fabbed up a quick harness using a trailer wiring harness so I would not have to pop the hood to charge.
We were not parked for an extended period but I feel pretty confident the panels would have no trouble keeping up.
Thanks again for the heads up on this!
Dennx
Adventurer
Corey
OverCamping Specialist
Very cool thread, it was linked from the ArkPak thread in post 165.
I was going to get a Goal Zero 30 watt Boulder and tripod, but the reviews on them are not great.
I already have a nice 60 watt foldable Powerfilm one I use with a charge controller under the hood of my FJ to keep the stock battery topped off while running the ARB fridge on extended camping trips.
Was going to use the Powerfilm also to charge up the ArkPak if needed, but a second panel would be better, and I too may pull the trigger on this unit.
I can just use the big battery clips on the package though, as the ArkPak is setup to use clips on the side, but it also has an Anderson plug, so I may mod the wires too.
I was going to get a Goal Zero 30 watt Boulder and tripod, but the reviews on them are not great.
I already have a nice 60 watt foldable Powerfilm one I use with a charge controller under the hood of my FJ to keep the stock battery topped off while running the ARB fridge on extended camping trips.
Was going to use the Powerfilm also to charge up the ArkPak if needed, but a second panel would be better, and I too may pull the trigger on this unit.
I can just use the big battery clips on the package though, as the ArkPak is setup to use clips on the side, but it also has an Anderson plug, so I may mod the wires too.
Corey
OverCamping Specialist
PS, I see another one there, but it is 80 watts, and from a different seller.
Not sure if it is just one unit, or if he has more from an online store.
How does this unit compare in quality?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/US-STOCK-80...d=100011&prg=1005&rk=1&rkt=5&sd=130954468037&
Not sure if it is just one unit, or if he has more from an online store.
How does this unit compare in quality?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/US-STOCK-80...d=100011&prg=1005&rk=1&rkt=5&sd=130954468037&
Dennx
Adventurer
A member just posted this in a different forum... Looks the same as the one I got but without a bag for $169.
http://www.solarblvd.com/Solar-Pane...oldable-12-Volt-Solar-Panel/product_info.html
http://www.solarblvd.com/Solar-Pane...oldable-12-Volt-Solar-Panel/product_info.html
What are the dimensions of yours folded and open? (H" x L" x D")?
Corey
OverCamping Specialist
Ordered this one earlier today, hopefully it shows up by Friday so I can test it out, sunny weekend at home.
100 Watt Folding Solar Panel
100 Watt Folding Solar Panel
Corey
OverCamping Specialist
FedEx just dropped it off 30 minutes ago, and I unpacked it and snagged a few pics.
First off I am very impressed with Solar Blvd's shipping and boxing.
The box had 90 degree angle stiff cardboard all around the outer box helping to hold the box secure.
When I opened the box I was met by a red/black bag, I did not know these shipped with one, but I am happy it did
Lots of cables came with it and instructions, which I will pour over tomorrow.
This will mainly be for charging up my AGM battery in my ArkPak when camping, since I have the Powerfilm 60 watt foldable for the FJs battery which runs the ARB fridge.
This unit looks very well constructed, and it is very hard to not get something made in China these days, know what I mean?
W Solar 100 Watt Foldable 12 Volt Solar Panel $270.00
only $169.00
No where does it mention on the URL above about it coming with a case.
In the case
Next to case
Back side showing cables and the folding aluminum frame for standing it up
Charge controller I assume
In position to catch some rays
First off I am very impressed with Solar Blvd's shipping and boxing.
The box had 90 degree angle stiff cardboard all around the outer box helping to hold the box secure.
When I opened the box I was met by a red/black bag, I did not know these shipped with one, but I am happy it did
Lots of cables came with it and instructions, which I will pour over tomorrow.
This will mainly be for charging up my AGM battery in my ArkPak when camping, since I have the Powerfilm 60 watt foldable for the FJs battery which runs the ARB fridge.
This unit looks very well constructed, and it is very hard to not get something made in China these days, know what I mean?
W Solar 100 Watt Foldable 12 Volt Solar Panel $270.00
only $169.00
No where does it mention on the URL above about it coming with a case.
In the case
Next to case
Back side showing cables and the folding aluminum frame for standing it up
Charge controller I assume
In position to catch some rays
Wicked 2007
Observer
Great to see it comes with a case/bag
What was the weight of the setup or shipping label weight? Solar blvd says its 11 lbs. that sounds way to light. Thanks!
What was the weight of the setup or shipping label weight? Solar blvd says its 11 lbs. that sounds way to light. Thanks!
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Corey
OverCamping Specialist
According to the FedEx sticker on the box, and on the tracking site, it says it is exactly 18.0 lbs.
Yes, I am glad for the bag too since the solar glass is on the outside of the unit when folded.
This will protect it better with other stuff rubbing up against it when packed in the rig.
I did not take it outside yesterday, and I had the drapes closed when shooting the pics, but there was enough light I guess to activate the charge controller.
The green LED on the back of it was lit up.
Read the short instructions that comes with it, very poor translation, but you get the idea of how to use it from reading it.
It is just a few pages printed out then folded book style, and whoever stapled it did a poor job, as it cuts off some of the words.
Yes, I am glad for the bag too since the solar glass is on the outside of the unit when folded.
This will protect it better with other stuff rubbing up against it when packed in the rig.
I did not take it outside yesterday, and I had the drapes closed when shooting the pics, but there was enough light I guess to activate the charge controller.
The green LED on the back of it was lit up.
Read the short instructions that comes with it, very poor translation, but you get the idea of how to use it from reading it.
It is just a few pages printed out then folded book style, and whoever stapled it did a poor job, as it cuts off some of the words.
Wicked 2007
Observer
Thanks for checking on the weight. I guess it is a fairly light unit. Does it feel under 15lbs to you just moving it around?
Reason I ask I have a full panel for my solar setup and its a fairly small 100w panel (non foldable) and it weighs just over 14lbs.
The one you purchased has a charge controller, bigger frame some it folds, etc. I am just surprised the unit it that light.
The ones folks are buying from eBay the shipping sticker says 26lbs according to another member. I'm curious where all the weight savings is coming from.
If people have scales at home, can you confirm the weight if yours and post?
Thanks!
Reason I ask I have a full panel for my solar setup and its a fairly small 100w panel (non foldable) and it weighs just over 14lbs.
The one you purchased has a charge controller, bigger frame some it folds, etc. I am just surprised the unit it that light.
The ones folks are buying from eBay the shipping sticker says 26lbs according to another member. I'm curious where all the weight savings is coming from.
If people have scales at home, can you confirm the weight if yours and post?
Thanks!