I'm brand new to solar power and have primarily been using my Bluetti EB3A power station in my van for charging devices while camping. So far, I've charged it via my car and wall outlets, but I haven't tried using a solar panel yet. In the future, I plan to set up a larger system for my home to run AC units, but for now, I want to get some practice with my EB3A. While searching, I found a solar panel kit on Walmart's site that claims to be 200 watts and it caught my eye because of its low price. The panel size is only 11" x 11" which seems suspicious. I'm curious if anyone has experience with this panel or if it's just too good to be true?
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You might want to steer clear of that panel. Based on surface area and maximum sun power, the most a panel that size could realistically produce is around 17.5W under ideal conditions. I'd recommend checking out some other options or doing further research before jumping in!
That setup sounds questionable. From what I'm seeing, that panel isn’t likely to produce 200W. With the size you mentioned, it should realistically only yield around 15-20W based on physics and efficiency limitations! You might be better off looking for a used panel locally for a better quality product. There are definitely more reliable options out there than what this kit is offering.
Honestly, I wouldn't trust that claim either. The numbers just don't add up for that size of a solar panel. If you're looking for something efficient, consider getting a 100W rigid panel. Brands like Eco-worthy are known to be decent. If you're after something lightweight, you might want to check out flexible panels from brands like Topinive. Just make sure the product matches your Bluetti's needs!