The BougeRV Solar Panel Parallel Connectors 1 to 2 Solar Cable Wire Join Two Solar Panels in Parallel With Plug-and-Play MC4 Ends
The BougeRV Solar Panel Parallel Connectors 1 to 2 Solar Cable Wire are Y branch cables that combine the leads of two solar panels into one output. Each set is one pair: one M/FF connector (one male to two female) and one F/MM connector (one female to two male).
They are made for RV solar systems, off-grid setups, boats and other installs where you want to add a second panel. Each cable is 12.6 inches long and uses plug-and-play MC4 connectors, so no tools or complicated wiring are needed.
BougeRV Solar Panel Parallel Connectors 1 to 2 Solar Cable Wire Features
Two Panels, One Output
One connector joins the positive leads of two panels and the other joins the negative leads. The two single ends then run on toward your charge controller.
Rated for 20A and DC 1000V
BougeRV rates the connectors at 20A and DC 1000V, with Safety Class II. They work with 10 to 14 AWG (1.5 to 6 mm²) single-core solar cables.
Built for Outdoor Use
PPO insulation and tinned copper conductors resist heat and UV, and BougeRV designs them for up to 20 years of use. The operating range is -40°F to 221°F.
IP67 Sealed Connections
An integrated sealing ring helps keep water and dust out of each connection, and the connectors carry an IP67 rating.
Secure Lock, Easy Release
A built-in locking mechanism holds each connection tight, and the release lock lets you take it apart when needed.
Real-World Applications
RV roof arrays. Add a second panel and run one pair of leads down to the controller.
Off-grid setups. Combine two panels before the charge controller at a cabin or camp.
Boats. Join two panels in parallel and run a single pair of leads below.
Practical Comparison
1 to 2 Connectors Versus Larger Branch Connectors
A 1 to 2 pair is sized for two panels in parallel. Arrays with more panels in parallel need connectors with more branches, so pick the branch count that matches your panel count.
Cabled Y Connectors Versus Molded Branch Connectors
Molded branch connectors are rigid blocks. These have 12.6 inches of cable between the ends, which gives some reach and keeps connections easy to arrange.
Buyer Guidance
Check Your Ratings First
Before you connect, compare your panels' current and voltage with the connectors' 20A and DC 1000V ratings, and confirm your solar cables are 10 to 14 AWG with matching MC4 ends.
This May Be A Good Fit If
- You want to connect two solar panels in parallel
- Your panels have MC4 connectors
- You want a sealed, IP67-rated connection outdoors
Common Questions
What Comes in One Pair?
One M/FF connector and one F/MM connector, enough to join the positive and negative leads of two panels.
Do I Need Tools to Install Them?
No. The connectors plug together and lock by hand.
How Long Are They?
Each 1 to 2 connector is 12.6 inches long.
What's Included
- 1 x M/FF Solar Y Branch Connector
- 1 x F/MM Solar Y Branch Connector
A Simple Way to Add a Second Panel
The BougeRV Solar Panel Parallel Connectors 1 to 2 Solar Cable Wire join two panels in parallel with 20A, DC 1000V, IP67-rated MC4 ends. If you'd like help planning your array, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
BougeRV Solar Panel Parallel Connectors 1 to 2 Solar Cable Wire Specifications
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| Fit |
| Configuration |
1 to 2 Y branch, M/FF and F/MM |
| Pair Contents |
1 M/FF + 1 F/MM |
| Connector Type |
MC4 |
| Compatible Cable |
10 to 14 AWG (1.5 to 6 mm²) single-core solar cable |
| Use |
Connecting two solar panels in parallel |
| Electrical |
| Rated Current |
20A |
| Rated Voltage |
DC 1000V |
| Safety Class |
II |
| Conductor |
Tinned copper |
| Materials |
| Insulation Material |
TPE PPO |
| Sealing |
Integrated waterproof ring |
| Water and Dust Rating |
IP67 |
| Locking |
Built-in lock with release |
| Design Life |
Up to 20 years |
| Size and Weight |
| Length |
12.6 in |
| Operating Temperature |
-40°F to 221°F |