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Renogy 400 Watt 12 Volt Solar Panel Starter Kit with 4 pcs 100W Monocrystalline Solar Panel and 30A Wanderer PWM Charge Controller for RV, Boats, Trailer, Camper, Marine, Off-Grid Solar Power System

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Brand Renogy
Material Monocrystalline Silicon
Product Dimensions 41.8"L x 20.9"W x 1.38"H
Item Weight 14.1 Pounds
Efficiency 22%

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  • 【Efficient Performance】The 400W Solar Panel Starter Kit will produce an average of 2kWh of electricity per day (Based on 5 hours of direct sunlight condition). The Cell Efficiency can reach 22%. The bypass diode can ensure the panel has an excellent performance in a low-light environment and the TPT back sheet dissipates excess heat to ensure smooth output performance.
  • 【Solid Quality】Advanced encapsulation material with multi-layered sheet laminations protects cells from physical damage or distortion, improving cell performance and providing a long service life.
  • 【Smart Function】The Wanderer PWM Charge Controller is compatible with four different types of batteries: sealed, Gel, Flooded, and Lithium batteries. It also features advanced 4-stage charging (bulk, boost, float, and equalization) to ensure your battery is efficiently and safely charged to 100%.
  • 【Full System Protection】The Wanderer PWM Charge Controller has built-in protection to safeguard your systems, such as reverse polarity protection, battery overcharging protection, overload protection, and short circuit protection.
  • 【Ready to Install】This Renogy 400 Watt Solar Panel Kit includes the equipment necessary for building a new system. The necessary cables, Z-brackets, Solar Y Branch Connectors and pre-drilled holes on the back frame of the panel allow fast and secure mounting.
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PANEL:

Maximum Power at STC: 100W

Open-Circuit Voltage (Voc): 24.3V

Short-Circuit Current (Isc): 5.21A

Optimum Operating Voltage (Vmp): 20.4V

Optimum Operating Current (Imp): 4.91A

Maximum System Voltage: 600V DC

  • CHARGE CONTROLLER:
  • Nominal Voltage: 12V
  • Rated Charging Current: 30A
  • Max. PV Input Voltage: 25VDC
  • Max Gauge Size: Up to 8AWG
  • Weight: 0.65lbs / 0.29kg
  • Dimensions: 6.45 x 4.31 x 1.76in / 163.8 x 109.6 x 44.7mm

Renogy 400 Watt 12 Volt Solar Starter Kit with WANDERER Li 30A PWM Charge Controller

The Renogy 400W Solar Panel Kit is easy for you to install, and it is the most economical choice for solar beginners. This Renogy Solar Kit includes the equipment necessary for building a new system, making it an ideal choice for both off-grid and mobile solar power applications.

This Solar Kit will produce an average of 2kWh of electricity per day (Based on 5 hours of direct sunlight conditions). Its energy can offset small and medium-size loads such as lighting, television, and coffee maker.

  • What's in the box:
  • 100W Solar Panel ×4
  • WANDERER Li 30A PWM Charge Controller
  • 4 Sets of Mounting Z Brackets
  • 3 Pairs of Solar Y Branch Connectors
  • 1 pair of 20ft 10AWG Adaptor Kit
  • 1 pair of 8ft 10AWG Tray Cables

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Efficient Performance

The bypass diode can ensure the panel has an excellent performance in a low-light environment and the TPT back sheet dissipates excess heat to ensure smooth output performance. The Cell Efficiency can reach 22%.

Smart 4-stage Charging

The Wanderer PWM charge controller features advanced 4-stage charging (bulk, boost, float, and equalization) to ensure your battery is efficiently and safely charged to 100%.

Powerful Compatibility

The Wanderer PWM Charge Controller is compatible with four different types of batteries: Sealed, Gel, Flooded, and Lithium batteries.

Connecting the BT-1 Bluetooth module to the RS232 communication port, you can monitor the system status in real-time through the DC Home app.

Please note the BT1 Bluetooth Module is not included.

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Solid Quality

The corrosion-resistant aluminum frame with strong corner braces is designed for long-term outdoor use, giving the panels a long service life.

No Fear of Weather Challenge

The IP65 Junction Box protects against environmental particles and low-pressure water jets. These IP67 waterproof solar connectors ensure that the water and dust will not enter the connector during extended outdoor use. Effectively preventing water from seeping in.

Ready to Install

This Renogy Solar Kit includes the equipment necessary for building a new system. The necessary cables, Z-brackets, Solar Y Branch Connectors and pre-drilled holes on the back frame of the panel allow fast and secure mounting.

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Solar Y Branch Connectors MMF+FFM Pair 3 Pairs 3 Pairs 3 Pairs 3 Pairs 3 Pairs
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3.9
4.5
4.2
3.9
4.4
4.1
Tech Support
3.0
4.6
4.3
3.8
4.0
4.7
Easy to install
4.0
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connector type
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Monocrystalline Silicon
Aluminum
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wattage
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weight
14.1 pounds
35.6 pounds
150 grams
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100 watts

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Customers say

Customers like the value, ease of installation, performance and quality of the solar panel. For example, they mention it's a good investment, works well and that the connectors are of good quality. That said, opinions are mixed on charging.

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24 customers mention24 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the solar panel. They mention that it is a well-built kit, with high quality connectors. They also appreciate the scratch-free panels and the fact that nothing broke during shipping.

"...Stars:* High performance Monocrystaline panels* Solid built panels with Al frame*..." Read more

"...Read up on the renogy controllers. They are amazing. The deep cycle batteries last much longer with these systems also...." Read more

"Everything came packaged well and nothing got broken during shipping. Everything installed properly and works well...." Read more

"This system is a super base kit. Renogy has high quality panels and sales/tech support is available by phone during working hours...." Read more

14 customers mention14 positive0 negative

Customers find the installation of the solar panel to be easy. They mention that the instructions are good, and everything is installed properly.

"...Hardware included and easy to put together (use electrical common sense)* Reasonable priceStrike:-..." Read more

"...Everything installed properly and works well...." Read more

"Nice complete package. Easy to setup 12 or 24 volt." Read more

"Easy and works great. Has everything needed and all the tech info is at the Renogy website. Very nice for the money." Read more

13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the solar panel. They mention that it works well in low light, keeps the batteries charged, and is well built. Some say that the charge controller works ok. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...With these dolor systems we forget about battery issues. The solar systems work very well keeping the batteries charged...." Read more

"...The panels are solid, and work well. The wiring plugs in, and is a no brainer unless you need to unplug it...." Read more

"Easy and works great. Has everything needed and all the tech info is at the Renogy website. Very nice for the money." Read more

"Just got it running yesterday and it seems to be working well for our camper - off grid - needs...." Read more

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Customers like the value of the solar panel. They say it's a good investment, and worth it in the winter season.

"...Reasonable priceStrike:- I'll let you know if I find a flaw with long term usage..." Read more

"...Very nice for the money." Read more

"A good value on a good system, Minor quibbles. I ordered the system delivered by standard delivery to my sister's house as that is where the RV was...." Read more

"...Price-wise this system is well worth it...." Read more

10 customers mention5 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the charging of the solar panel. Some mention that it charges good when it is cloudy out, and is fantastic for keeping the phones charged, while others say that the charge controller pooped out in four days, failed after six months, and melted down.

"...When it's cloudy, it still does a good job with charging...." Read more

"...line is that we almost lost our boat to fire due to this PWM controller melting down a few weeks ago. I've attached a few photos showing this...." Read more

"Bought them for our sailboat and they’re fantastic for keeping the phones charged." Read more

"...What it IS about is the charge controller. Which fritzed out on us like four days after we connected everything...." Read more

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Good starter kit, but not complete. I installed these panels on my 36 foot Safari Sahara motor home.You will need to order the (Islandoffer - 5 Pairs of MC4 Male/ Female Solar Panel Cable Connectors), and the(Solar Panel Cable Pv type wire 50 Ft - Mc4 Extension- 10awg - 600/1000vdc) This will enable you to hook the panels together in parallel for 12 volt service. Depending on your battery run, you may have to order two of the 50 foot cables, I did. I cut one in half for the battery supply (25 x 2) and used the other 50 foot, cut into pieces to connect the panels together.For mounting on my roof I opted to go with 2 boxes of (25 Rubber Well Nuts #10-32 .807 Length 3/8" Hole) and 2 packs of(Steel Pan Head Machine Screw, Zinc Plated,T25 Star Drive, #10-32 Thread Size, 1-1/2" Length, Fully Threaded,(Pack of 25),instead of using the supplied self tapping bolts that came with the Z brackets. This was merely a personal choice on my part.Since rooftops are different on different RV's, you will have to determine what is best suited for your install.Finished off the mounting process with a (4 Pack Dicor Self-leveling Lap Sealant) to seal the roof.I attached a photo of the finished product. The two solar panels in the middle far left are factory installed panels. You can clearly see the difference.Renogy's website has plenty of resources for installation questions. The kit doesn't really come with any directions. All in all I would say it was a straight forward install, if you take your time, even a beginner can do.
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I now have a total of 10 of these panels. On sunny days it will fully charge my 1600ah battery bank by 11:00. When it's cloudy, it still does a good job with charging.

Update: I added an additional 12 panels (total 2200 watts), converted to 2- 24 vdc systems with a total of 16- golf cart batteries (8 each system), installed 2- Aims pure sine wave inverters connected to my home breaker box. I now have enough power to run my house. I can even run a window air conditioner on sunny days. ...and, no power company!

Update: I installed a 400 watt system to power my well.

Update: I added an additional 400 watts to the system on my house. I now have a total of 2600 watts for my house and 400 watts for my well. At this time I don't see the need for any additional panels. What I need now is more batteries.
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Brian Phillips
5.0 out of 5 stars As advertised, works great
Reviewed in Canada on October 8, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars As advertised, works great
Reviewed in Canada on October 8, 2021
Only complaint, was no instructions for set up.
Took a bit to figure out the wiring connections.

But is all working. Quality and product seems great, especially for this price.
I might get another set to give 800 watts for my trailer.
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Micah Radtke
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect starter set.
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Eanwhite
4.0 out of 5 stars Good value, but incomplete set and no instructions,
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Eanwhite
4.0 out of 5 stars Good value, but incomplete set and no instructions,
Reviewed in Canada on August 9, 2022
Value of the set was great. You'll still need to buy an AC inverter and battery for your system - as well as fuses if you're into safety and also the bluetooth module if you're into how your system is performing.
You'll need a socket set, an adjustable wrench, screwdriver, drill with nut driver for the panel roofing screws.
I am quite handy, but found installation to be quite confusing. I was very surprised not to see instructions provided to install or connect the kit, especially how to attach and connect the panels. There is only one video provided about the charge controller, so you'll need to go looking and do a fair amount of additional research (e.g. Series vs. parallel wiring. Size of controller. Gauge of wires. Size of battery. Size of Inverter.)
I also purchased the Renogy 3000W inverter, which allowed me to connect directly to 14/2 wires in my tiny house and a smaller 50ah LiFePO4 battery as it's not occupied full time. As shown on the picture, I wish I had given myself more slack to connect to the house wiring to install the inverter right-side-up.

Note that the wires from each panel are too short to connect to the provided connector cable when installed in a 1x4 pattern -- as I found out the hard way on my roof. You'll have to buy two additional extension cables to install them in a row. I suppose the kit wires would be sufficient when the panels are connected 2x2, with the wires all faced towards the centre. Again, instructions would have been appreciated.
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Francois quirion
5.0 out of 5 stars Ensemble complète facile à installer
Reviewed in Canada on October 30, 2021
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