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The 100w Fiberglass Solar Panels from BougeRV are ideal for any rugged use situation. These panels are exceptionally durable, and truly flexible. Built for adventure, this panel will conform to any continuous surface shape, such as an RV roof, sailboat deck, or outdoor wall surface. The crystalline structure makes this panel ideal to throw in the back of a truck for an off-grid camping adventure as well. We bent, kicked, and threw this panel around with zero impact to its performance, and left no visible marks.
The BougeRV 100W Fiberglass Flexible Solar Panel power system runs at a PMAX of 100W, and these panels can easily be linked together in a chain to multiply capacity, which we highly recommend for a large surface like an RV roof. The cable ends are built for direct plug-in to a recreation vehicle power system, however BougeRV also sells an adapter for plug-in to an electric power bank. We used the BougeRV 14AWG adapter for use with a Jackery Explorer 290 for charge testing, which worked flawlessly. The adapter connection is extremely secure and weatherproof, ideal for connecting to a panel while underway.
100W Fiberglass Solar Panel Specs
Maximum Power (PMAX) 100W
Max Power Voltage (Vmp) 17.1V
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 19.8V
Max Power Current (Imp) 5.85A
Short Circuit Current (Isc) 6.16A
Max System Voltage 1000V DC
Operating Temperature Limits -40F to +185F
The fiberglass solar panel weighs in at a very manageable 3.24 lbs. When paired with six metal reinforced grommets, this unit can easily be mounted in a wide variety of circumstances. The instructions include permanent mounting options, using adhesive to adhere the panels to a continuous surface. For our hands-on testing we threaded vinyl rope through the grommets to hang the panel from a variety of surfaces. The flexibility of the panel makes it extremely easy to add to any situation.
During our panel testing we observed the power output in a variety of circumstances and times of day. Laying flat our max draw was 60W at peak solar intensity. As we angled the flexible solar panel directly to the sun we were able to draw close to 70W into the power bank. The Jackery pulled a steady stream of power throughout the day, and was able to operate as an output source with no issue while charging.
Hands-On Review Conclusions
These flexible solar panels tested out as highly durable and after repeated use show no lack of reliability. We absolutely love how easy they are to pack along in any variety of situations. Waterproof, weatherproof, bendable, and easily added to a variety of applications. By chaining several of these panels together on the deck of a boat, or roof of an RV or Sprinter Van, and your greatest adventures will be powered all day.
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Greg is a part time writer for Off Grid Power Boom.