How Much Power Can A 100W Solar Panel Put Out On Forest River R Pod?
Updated 08/07/2025 | Published 07/15/2025
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How much power can I realistically expect per day from the 100 watt panel RS27VR? and which panel kit will work for my new Forest River R Pod?
asked by: Brianna
Expert Reply:
Good morning Brianna!
On a good sunny day, a 100W panel like the Rich Solar # RS27VR can produce about 30–35 amp-hours of power over 5–6 hours of direct sun. That’s ~6 amps of charge per hour which is enough to recharge a partially depleted 100Ah battery like the Rich Solar Alpha Lithium Battery # RS74VR, run your lights and phone chargers, and top you off for the evening.
Its not enough for heavy draws like a DC fridge, TV, or microwave, but for basic weekend use, its plenty. We often recommend it as a permanent install for maintenance charging, or as a supplement to a portable panel system.
If you want to power some bigger electronics, you can use the 200w kit # RS37VR. If you want to run the AC unit at all, you'll want something with more grunt like the 400w kit # RS97VR, or for some real big power, the 1200w kit # RS67VR.
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Andrew N.
8/7/2025
Hey Brianna, How did the 100W panel work out for your Forest River R Pod? Did it provide enough power for your needs, or did you decide to go with a larger kit like the 200W or 400W options? I'm curious because your experience could really help others in similar situations.