AIMS Power Tarantula Frontier Solar Kit | 260W Flexible Solar, 30A Charge Controller

The AIMS Power Tarantula Frontier Solar Kit Adds 260 Watts of Flexible Solar Charging to the Battery You Already Have

The AIMS Power Tarantula Frontier Solar Kit is a 260 watt solar base kit for adding solar charging to an existing battery system. It pairs two 130W slim flexible solar panels with a 30 amp charge controller, PV extender wires, 2 to 1 branch connectors, an inline solar fuse and an inline battery fuse, so the core parts of a small charging setup arrive together.

It's made for camper vans, Class C motorhomes, travel trailers, overland rigs, boats and work vans where a battery is already in place and you want the sun to help keep it charged. The flexible panels can go on curved or uneven surfaces where a framed panel won't sit flat. The kit does not include a battery or an inverter. AIMS designed it as a starting point you can build on by adding both.

AIMS Power Tarantula Frontier Solar Kit Features

Flexible Panels That Follow Curved Surfaces

The two 130W slim flexible solar panels give you 260 watts of solar together. AIMS designed them to mount on curved or irregular surfaces, so you can place them on rounded van and trailer roofs, hatches and other spots where a rigid framed panel won't fit. Plan for about 16 square feet of space for both panels.

A Light, Low Profile Build for Mobile Use

Flexible panels cut down on bulk, which makes them a practical choice for vehicles, boats and other installs where space and weight both matter. A slim panel sits close to the surface, so it adds very little height to your roof line.

A 30 Amp Charge Controller Regulates Charging

The included 30 amp charge controller sits between the panels and your battery and regulates the power flowing into it. AIMS pre-matched it to the kit's 260 watt array, so you don't have to size a controller on your own.

Solar and Battery Fuses in the Box

The kit includes an inline solar fuse for the panel side and an inline battery fuse that AIMS rates at 50 amps to protect the battery system. With both fuses in the box, the protective parts arrive with the panels and controller so you don't have to source them separately.

PV Extender Wires for Flexible Placement

The PV extender wires give you more room when you position the panels relative to the battery system. You can put the panels where they get good sun and keep the controller and battery in a protected spot inside.

Branch Connectors Join the Two Panels

The 2 to 1 branch connectors combine the leads from both panels, so one run of wire can carry the array's output toward the charge controller. That keeps the wiring tidy and cuts down on the number of wires you route through the vehicle.

Real-World Applications

Camper vans and Class C motorhomes. Boost daytime charging to help keep up with a 12V fridge, fans and electronics while you travel.

Travel trailers and overland rigs. Speed up battery replenishment while you boondock off grid, with panels that can follow a curved roof.

Liveaboard sailboats and cruisers. Supplement a marine house bank to help offset continuous navigation and fridge draws.

Mobile work vans and service trucks. Keep the battery bank charged that you use for recharging cordless tool batteries between jobs.

Small cabins, tiny homes and power stations. Add a battery and inverter to build a complete solar system for lighting, laptop charging and water pumps. AIMS also lists charging mid-sized portable power stations as a use for this kit.

Practical Comparison

Tarantula Kit Versus Rigid Framed Panels

A rigid framed panel needs a flat surface and mounting brackets, and it sits up off the roof. The Tarantula's slim flexible panels follow curves and keep a low profile, which suits rounded roofs and weight-conscious vehicles. If you have a flat rack and plenty of room, a framed panel can be a simple alternative.

Tarantula Base Kit Versus a Complete Solar Kit

A complete solar kit adds a battery and an inverter for AC power. The Tarantula leaves those out on purpose, so you aren't doubling up on storage you already own. If your battery is in good shape, this base kit lets you add solar charging now and add an inverter later if you need AC outlets.

A Matched Kit Versus Buying Parts One at a Time

Building a system part by part means matching panels, a controller, fuses, connectors and wire on your own. The Tarantula bundles those parts together, so the pieces are chosen to work as one system from the start.

Buyer Guidance

Start With the Battery You Have

The Tarantula is a charging kit, not a power supply on its own. It connects through the 30 amp charge controller to a battery you already own. Before you install it, confirm that the controller suits your battery's type and voltage. The Outbound Power team can help you check this against your setup.

Plan the Mounting Space and Wire Route

Both panels need about 16 square feet of mounting space. Map out where the panels will sit, where the controller will mount and how the PV extender wires will reach it. The Outbound Power team can help you plan the layout before you drill or route any wire.

This May Be A Good Fit If

• You already own a battery and want solar charging
• Your roof or mounting surface is curved or uneven
• You want 260 watts of solar in a slim package
• You have about 16 square feet of open space
• You plan to add a battery or inverter later

Common Questions

Does the Tarantula Kit Include a Battery or Inverter?

No. AIMS built the Tarantula as a base kit for systems that already have batteries. You can add a battery and an inverter to turn it into a complete solar power system.

How Much Space Do the Panels Need?

Plan for about 16 square feet of mounting space for the two 130W panels.

Which Fuses Come in the Kit?

You get an inline solar fuse and an inline battery fuse. AIMS rates the battery fuse at 50 amps to protect the battery system.

Can the Panels Go on a Curved Roof?

Yes. The flexible panel design lets you install them on curved or uneven surfaces where a rigid panel won't sit flat.

What Warranty Does AIMS Give?

AIMS lists a 10 year warranty on the solar panels and a 2 year warranty on the charge controller.

What's Included

• 2 x 130W Slim Flexible Solar Panel
• 1 x 30 Amp Charge Controller
• 1 x Set of PV Extender Wires
• 1 x Inline Solar Fuse
• 1 x Inline Battery Fuse
• 2 x Branch Connector 2 to 1

Flexible Solar Charging for Your Existing Battery

The AIMS Power Tarantula Frontier Solar Kit brings two 130W flexible panels, a 30 amp charge controller, fuses and wiring together for adding solar to a battery you already have. If you'd like help checking the controller against your battery or planning where the panels will go, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.