Powerhouse 5W 12V Solar Battery Charger Panel – 0.28A
Compact Monocrystalline Solar Maintainer for Cars, Caravans, 4WDs & Boats
Keep Your 12V Batteries Charged Anywhere
The Powerhouse 5W 12V Solar Battery Charger is a compact monocrystalline solar panel designed to maintain and top up 12V automotive batteries. With a steady 0.28A output, it helps prevent battery drain in vehicles and equipment that sit unused for extended periods.
Perfect for cars, motorcycles, caravans, boats, and 4WDs, this panel can connect directly to your battery using the included crocodile clips or car accessory plug adapter. It also includes mounting hardware for permanent installation on caravan or boat roofs, making it ideal for both portable and fixed setups.
Key Features
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5W Monocrystalline Solar Panel – Efficient trickle charging for 12V batteries
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0.28A Output Current – Ideal for maintaining automotive and leisure batteries
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Multiple Connection Options
- Crocodile clips for direct battery connection
- Car accessory plug adapter
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Bypass Diode Protection – Prevents battery discharge during low-light conditions
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Durable Outdoor Construction – Tempered glass panel with aluminium frame
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2.5m Cable Included – Flexible placement and easy installation
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Suitable for Permanent Installation – Includes mounting hardware
Ideal Applications
- Car and motorcycle battery maintenance
- Caravan and camper trailer batteries
- 4WD auxiliary battery systems
- Boat and marine battery maintenance
- Electric fences
- Remote lighting installations
- Water pumping stations
- Off-grid solar trickle charging
Technical Specifications
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Power Output: 5W
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Rated Voltage: 18.0V
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Rated Current: 0.28A
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Open Circuit Voltage: 21.5V
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Short Circuit Current: 0.31A
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Maximum System Voltage: 1000V
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Test Conditions: AM1.5, 1000W/m², 25°C
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Dimensions: 350L × 125W × 18.5D mm
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Weight: 0.55kg
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Cable Length: 2.5m
Important Notes
- Suitable for permanent outdoor installation (the instruction sheet incorrectly states otherwise).
- This solar charger can remain permanently connected to the battery.
- Always disconnect the panel before starting the vehicle.
Why Choose the Powerhouse 5W Solar Charger?
Compact, reliable, and easy to install, this 5W solar battery maintainer provides a simple way to keep 12V batteries charged when mains power isn’t available. It’s an ideal solution for vehicles, caravans, boats, and remote installations.
