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This solar charging system helps get you off the grid with a 200-watt solar panel that provides DC power to charge your RV's batteries. Solar controller regulates and monitors power output while preventing harmful overcharging.
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If you are an energy-conscious RV owner, the Go Power Overlander solar charging system provides clean, renewable power and independence from the grid. This kit comes with everything you need to charge your RV batteries with sunlight. Using a solar panel, this system collects solar energy to create DC power that passes through a solar controller to charge your RV batteries.
The charging process starts with the solar panel, which installs on the roof of your RV. When solar energy interacts with the silicon cells in the panel, it generates a flow of DC electrical current that charges your RV's batteries. Each of the monocrystalline cells is made from a single crystal of silicon, so the electrons that create the current have more space to move, making this panel more efficient than one with polycrystalline cells. And in optimal sunlight conditions, the panel produces 200 watts per hour.
The silicon cells are set between a cushioned backing material and tempered solar glass to withstand the elements. The glass has low-iron content to provide exceptional transparency, which ensures maximum sunlight collection. Finally, the panel is framed with anodized marine-grade aluminum to resist rust and corrosion.
An adjustable mount kit (sold separately) can increase your solar panel performance by angling it for maximum sun exposure. This kit replaces the panel's existing brackets and allows it to tilt at 3 different angles. This also improves solar charging during winter months when the sun is lower in the sky.
The solar controller prevents harmful overcharging by adjusting the power generated by the solar panel before it reaches your batteries. It uses pulse width modulation technology to regulate the output through pulses that provide a consistent charge. Typically, this type of technology is a good fit for smaller systems with lower voltages.
Using a multistage charging system, the controller automatically switches voltages while the battery bank charges. This accelerates the charge, but also helps extend battery life by adjusting the voltage during the different modes. The controller is compatible with multiple battery types and includes preset charging profiles for sealed/gel, AGM, flooded/wet cell, and lithium batteries.
Charging Modes
With Maximum Power Boost Technology, you can simply press a button to activate Bulk mode for the highest charging voltage. This lets you quickly top off your battery bank before the end of the day by capturing as much power as possible.
The backlit, digital display acts as an information center for your solar panel output. It shows the charging current, battery voltage, and battery state of charge. It also allows you to input your battery type and choose a charging profile. Additionally, a built-in USB port on the front of the controller provides a convenient outlet to charge your cell phone or tablet.
It includes a Bluetooth function that lets you connect the controller to your smartphone or tablet with the free Go Power! Connect app. With this app, you can wirelessly view the same live battery information included on the display. Also, you can control your battery profile and toggle Maximum Power Boost Technology mode.
Lastly, the controller includes several built-in safety features to help protect your equipment. The charging process will shut down if the controller starts to overheat and when an overcurrent is detected. Also, if the battery or solar panel is wired incorrectly, it activates a reverse polarity alarm.
The system includes a 190-watt solar panel, a 30-amp PWM solar controller, MC4 cables, and all the necessary installation hardware.
Note: This kit may require more wiring and additional parts depending on your RV setup.
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We're having the 2 solar panels installed next week.Not as easy on a old motercoach that's not pre-wried for solar - I'll post an update after they are in use!
Easy to install and works great. Just ordered an additional panel to add more power
Always check your orders. Unfortunately I didn’t receive the controller, wiring cable, mounting brackets, fuse & hardware. I was obligated to purchase replacements. I guess it was my bad for not inspecting everything I received. I didn’t notice till almost a year after when I was going to install the kit. So far the quality of equipment is great. Just disappointed in not receiving my full order.
I got a 400watt solar kit from etrailer and it’s pretty cool how it included everything my mechanic friend needed to install it on my Jayco RV. Fortunately my rig was “solar ready” which meant it had go solar connectors already on the roof and wiring to the batteries.
My husband installed this solar panel on our travel trailer last summer without much difficulty (and his first time installing a solar panel). We have successfully used the panel last summer and a number of times this summer. We do notice that on cold overnights the travel trailer battery does die and it takes a bit in the morning for everything to warm up enough for the panel to start recharging.
Panel, hardware and instructions were good although it would have been nice if they supplied some butyl tape and better instructions on setting up the charge controller. My biggest issue was the extremely poor location of the pre-wired system on a 2024 Jayco 195 RB. Took 6 hours to fish wires...dealer wanted to remove the wall panel to access the wires. Was able to fish wires after making special tools
I’d like to see different mounting brackets so that panel
Could be taken off later for repairs or replacement WITHOUT unbolting the brackets from the camper or van
Brooke M.
4/1/2025
I appreciate your valuable feedback as to what would make this better. Thanks, Mike!
Great service, fast shipping
Easy to install and it's a great produc t.
The advice and assistance received from Jason and Alex was most helpful in installing a Go Power Overlander Solar system on our No Boundary trailer roof rack. Many thanks!
Easy to install in FR Wilddood FSX 179DBKX with solar ready. Connectors on roof matched what is shipped with this and the charge controller is simple to mount and connect. Hardest part was cutting the hole in the wall for the controller.
While the kit comes with hardware to mount the panel on the roof, I purchased a separate plastic mounts so I can remove the panel without removing the screws in the roof.
I WILL CONTINUE TO ORDER PRODUCT FROM YOU GUYS. GREAT PRICING AND GREAT PRODUCT. THANK YOU!!!
Great product and great service when I was missing some screws for installation.
I love my Go Power Solar system. Before getting it my coach battery would drain down even though I had everything turned off. Now when I go to the storage yard ,even after a extended period of time, my coach and chassis batteries are at 100%. I recommend the Go Power Overlander Solar Charging System RV Solar Panel.
I have had the overlander solar package installed now for 6 months. My Jayco Greyhawk had the go power wires pre installed so the installation was very easy. My only regret was not buying two 190 watt panels. As for 4 star rating, did not have it long enough to justify 5 stars.
I have 2 deep cell lead acid batteries, the instructions are not very clear which to choose, sealed or flooded. Presently selected on flooded type and I think that maybe the controller is overcharging them, due to corrosion on the positive terminal.
I have two of these panels and the solar controller with 4ea 12v 100ah batteries on my houseboat. I power my 120v refrigerator, freezer, and ice maker. During the day there is enough Solar to power all of the devices. I run the generator an hour at night and the batteries stay above 12.4v overnight. As soon as it gets light outside, the panels start sending a charge. Within two hours of full daylight I am running purely on Solar again for the day. Very happy with my purchase.
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Gwendolyn Y.
4/22/2025
Now that the hard work is over, hopefully you will be able to take your Jayco out soon and use the new solar system!