Solar Battery Charger for 12V Car Battery
Updated 01/26/2026 | Published 01/23/2026
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I need battery charger for a regular auto battery but needs to be solar
asked by: Dan M
Expert Reply:
Hey Dan! If you're trying to maintain a battery while your vehicle sits for a long period of time you can use the OptiMate Solar Duo Portable Solar Panel with Controller # MA56JR. This has a 40 watt solar panel with a stand so you can sit wherever you want. If you're looking for something a little smaller we also have the # MA89JR and # MA69JR which mount using suction cups or can be permanently mounted with standard hardware.
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OptiMate Solar Duo Portable Solar Panel with Controller - 40 Watt Solar Panel
- Portable Solar Panel
- With Solar Charge Controller
- Battery
- RV Solar Prep
- 1 - 50 Watts
- 0.1 - 5 Amps
- AGM
- Gel
- Lead Acid
- Lithium
- OptiMate
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