Hood vinyl solar panel?!

[HorizonHunter]

I just got an ad for Lensun and their solar panel that just looks like any black good vinyl. Has anyone else seen this? Used it for another vehicle? Seems like an awesome idea for an overlander.

https://www.lensunsolar.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=87_84_89&product_id=606

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[ColeTrain84]

look cool. Would be nice if it works well

 

[BroncoSarge]

What would it be for? Camping?

 

[HorizonHunter]

What would it be for? Camping?

Keep your car battery topped off without running your engine, but more likely, recharging someone's power pack for fridge and everything.

 

[Bronco cat]

Looking at that I doubt it has the capacity to do very much very quickly. Unless solar cells have made some huge efficiency leap. Cool idea though.

 

[Natai]

Looking at that I doubt it has the capacity to do very much very quickly. Unless solar cells have made some huge efficiency leap. Cool idea though.

Even if they were the latest and greatest in terms of efficiency, at that size they are not going to generate a whole lot.
That said, there are a number of portable solar panels designed to charge portable power units for camping. While these may be smaller, they have an advantage in that they can charge your power pack while you're driving.
Of course, if you're driving you can just charge the pack off your vehicle. I can't think of a scenario where there's a benefit to having a permanent solar panel mounted on the vehicle.

 

[‘21OBX]

65watt 23% solar efficiency that’s pretty much a battery tender at most. Your not running a whole lot off it.

 

[DogHauler]

65watt 23% solar efficiency that’s pretty much a battery tender at most. Your not running a whole lot off it.

Those pesky laws of physics and thermo ruin everything!

 

[Oldhippie]

Beats hooking up a trickle charger when the Bronco is parked for a month...but with a cover on, not going to help...would be great for a trailer battery though...out camping for a few days and occasionally running stereo, lights, accessorie, there ya go!

 

[Lazzaross]

It seems like they could be great for keeping a battery charged or powering a small device while you’re camping. If you’re interested in getting one or exploring other solar options, it might be helpful to chat with some solar panel installers. They can share tips on what would work best for your needs and help you figure out the best setup.

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