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• What Parts are Needed to Use the Go Power SAE Plug On the Side of My RV?
  Hello Jay, I’m curious what panel you’re planning to use. How many panels will you be running, and what is the total wattage? I want to make sure the controller I recommended is properly sized for your setup. Right now, your camper has the Go Power RV SAE Port for Portable Solar Panels – 10 Feet # GP49QR installed, and that wiring typically runs directly to your batteries. For a portable setup, I recommend something like the Rich Solar Mega 200 Portable Solar Panel with Case – MC4 Connectors...
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• How To Prevent Theft Of Portable Solar Panel When Camping Or Tailgating
  That's certainly a valid concern Greg; we’ve had customers at Overland Expo and vanlife meetups use small bike cable locks looped through the frame. One even zip-tied an Apple AirTag to one of the panel's legs of the Rich Solar Mega 200 Portable Solar Panel # RS85FR. If you’re leaving them out while gone, set them close to your rig and out of main foot traffic. And don’t forget to write your name and phone number on the back, just in case an honest neighbor finds it first. I would grab...
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• Can The Goal Zero Ranger 300 Solar Kit GZ66FR Be Hooked Up To The Charing System In My RV?
  Hey David, welcome back! Don't apologize. I am happy to help and answering your questions is literally my job! So the Goal Zero Ranger 300 Solar Panel kit # GZ66FR is designed to be used with the Goal Zero Yeti 1500X Lithium Portable Power Station # GZ64FR and it has a proprietary plug specifically for that system. Most solar-prepped RVs have a standard MC4 solar connector, so for something to hook up to that, I recommend the following: - Rich Solar Mega 200 Portable Solar Panel with...
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• Do I Need Full Rich Solar Kit If My RV Is Prewired With Solar On The Side Port?
  Great question, Jeff! If your trailer has a “Solar on the Side” port (typically SAE or Furrion), you still need a full solar kit like # RS27VR or # RS67VR, which include a controller. The solar prepped trailers just have a port that leads to the trailer's battery, but it still needs the panel, wiring, and charge controller as these kits include.
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• Can Rich Solar RS35FR Portable Solar Panel Connect Directly To Trailer's Prewired Solar Port?
  Hey Nathaniel, the Rich Solar Mega 250 Solar Panel - 12V - 250 Watts # RS35FR has mc4 connectors which usually run to a charge controller, which would then connect to the prewired solar port on your trailer. If you don't have that yet, I would just go with a complete kit like # RS37VR which includes a controller and everything necessary for your trailer to get the solar power it desires. What kind of trailer do you have?
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• Can I Combine 2 Portable Solar Panels On The Same RV Solar Controller?
  You can! Grab the Redarc Parallel Cable Kit # RED78VR. It lets you combine both MC4-based panels safely into a single input. We helped a couple in Kansas City daisy-chain two 200w kits to keep their 12V fridge and LED party lights running from morning kickoff through post-game cleanup. Just be sure the controller can handle the total wattage. For example, you'll need to make sure your controller is rated for at least 30A to handle 2 of the Rich Solar Mega 200 Portable Solar Panel with...
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• Can Portable Angled Solar Panel 200w RS62FR Be Used In Forest Camp Site?
  Yes, with a little planning. You can park in the shade and run the Rich Solar Mega 200w Portable Solar Panel # RS85FR out 15–20 feet into a sunny patch with an extension like Rich Solar 20 Foot # RS62FR. That’s what Kyle and Marissa do with their RTT and tear trailer setup; they use a 20-foot MC4 extension to the controller to chase sun while staying cool. We also recommend using a folding table or tilt mount for better angle control under the trees, but luckily the # RS85FR comes with...
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• Can A Rich Solar Panel Charge 2 AGM 6v Batteries In Series?
  Yes, Kirk! The output voltage from the RS-series panels is ideal for charging a 12V battery bank, whether made from 6V batteries in series or a single 12V battery. Just make sure you’re using an appropriate solar charge controller PWM or MPPT between the panel and batteries. Is your motorhome prepped for solar already? If so, you can use Rich Solar RV Solar Charging Kit w/ 1 Panel - 12V - 100 Watts # RS27VR or Rich Solar RV Solar Charging Kit w/ 1 Panel - 12V - 200 Watts # RS37VR. If...
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• Can Portable Solar Panel Run Directly Into A Power Station Without A Separate Controller?
  Good morning Kathy; this can seem confusing at first, so don't feel bad. You can plug a panel into a power station only if your power station has a built-in MPPT controller like most of them do (let me know which one you have and I can verify for you). The portable solar panels from Rich Solar # RS35FR and # RS85FR are unregulated panels which is why they require a controller or power station with a built-in controller. You can plug them into EcoFlow, Jackery, Bluetti, or Goal Zero power...
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• Can I Connect Rich Solar Portable Panel To Anker 757 Power Station Without Issues?
  Yes, you can. You’ll just need an MC4 to XT60 cable - they are everywhere and inexpensive online. The Rich Solar Mega 200w Portable Solar Panel # RS85FR is unregulated, so the power station’s built-in MPPT controller will take care of safety and optimization. Just double-check that your input voltage range for the power station is compatible with the 18v output of this panel. Lots of Anker and EcoFlow users use Rich Solar panels with great results. What are you trying to power off of...
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• Is It Okay To Leave Portable Rich Solar Panels Outside In Rain Or Snow?
  The RS-series portable panels like Rich Solar Mega 100 Solar Panel - 12V - 100 Watts # RS77VR, Rich Solar Mega 200 Portable Solar Panel with Case - MC4 Connectors - 200 Watts # RS85FR, and Rich Solar Mega 250 Solar Panel - 12V - 250 Watts # RS35FR are weather-resistant IP67 rated. That means rain is fine, just avoid prolonged exposure or full submersion. Use the included kickstand bag as a cover (included with # RS85FR) when not in use or store indoors when not using it to keep it nice.
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• What Portable Solar Panel Kit Will Charge My 48 volt Golf Cart
  Hey, Paul. Are you looking at trickle charging or wanting to actually fully charge your golf cart? I saw that you were looking at the OptiMate Portable Solar Panel with Controller - 80 Watt Solar Panel kit part # MA66JR, a kit like this would be able to maintain an already charged battery. An example situation, if you used the OptiMate to charge from 50% in full sun it would take about 2 weeks to charge up to 100%. A stronger kit would be the Rich Solar Mega 200 Portable Solar Panel...
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