Go Power! Weekender ASW 200 Watt Solar and 1800 Watt Inverter System

The Go Power! Weekender ASW Solar and Inverter System Pairs 200 Watts of Shade-Tolerant Solar With 1800 Watts of Pure Sine AC Power

The Go Power! Weekender ASW is a starter solar and inverter system for RVs and campers. It combines one ShadeTech 200 watt shade-tolerant solar panel, a 30 amp Bluetooth PWM solar controller and the ASW-1800-12-TS pure sine wave inverter with a built-in 30 amp transfer switch. Solar cables, mounting hardware and an inverter install kit are included, so the main parts of the system arrive together.

It's made for campers who want solar charging and household-style AC power from their battery bank without leaning on a generator. Go Power recommends pairing it with 200Ah of AGM or 100Ah of lithium battery capacity, and the controller leaves room to grow to 600 watts of solar later.

Go Power! Weekender ASW Solar and Inverter System Features

A ShadeTech Panel That Keeps Charging in Partial Shade

The included 200 watt ShadeTech module (GP-PV-200-M12-RN) is designed to keep charging when trees, awnings or gear shade part of the panel. Go Power says ShadeTech modules deliver 200 watts in less space, recover faster from shading and hold a steadier output. In practice, that means you can collect usable power through more of the day, not only during peak sun hours.

1800 Watts of Pure Sine Wave AC Power

The ASW-1800-12-TS Advanced Sine Wave inverter turns stored battery power into 1800 watts of pure sine wave AC. Go Power built it to run sensitive electronics and appliances, so you can use household-style devices at camp without the noise or fuel cost of a generator.

A 30 Amp Transfer Switch Built Into the Inverter

The transfer switch is part of the inverter itself. That's one less component to buy, mount and wire when you set up the AC side of your system.

A Bluetooth PWM Controller You Can Check From Your Phone

The 30 amp single-bank PWM solar controller (GP-SB-PWM-30-BT) connects over Bluetooth, so you can monitor and manage your solar system from your phone. The controller face also has an LCD screen and four buttons for checking the system where it's mounted.

Room to Grow to 600 Watts of Solar

Start with 200 watts now and add panels when your power needs grow. The same 30 amp controller supports up to 600 watts of solar, so a larger array doesn't mean replacing the controller you already installed.

A 25-Year Limited Panel Output Warranty

Go Power covers the ShadeTech panel with a 25-year limited output power warranty. It covers the part of the system that spends its life outdoors in the sun.

Real-World Applications

Weekend camping. Keep your battery bank charging at a partly shaded campsite and run appliances, devices and other essentials on clean AC power.

Camping without hookups. Let the panel charge your batteries during the day and use the inverter for AC loads when no shore power is available.

Cutting generator hours. Every hour your panel is charging is an hour you don't need to run a generator and burn fuel.

A first step toward a bigger system. Start with one panel and add more solar on the same controller, up to 600 watts.

Practical Comparison

Weekender ASW Versus a Generator-Only Setup

A generator makes power only while it runs, and it uses fuel and makes noise the whole time. The Weekender ASW charges your batteries from the sun and powers AC loads through the inverter, so you can run a generator less often or, on some trips, not at all. Go Power notes that no generator is required for this system.

Pure Sine Inverter Versus a Modified Sine Inverter

A modified sine inverter doesn't produce a pure sine wave. The ASW-1800-12-TS does, and Go Power designed it for sensitive electronics and appliances. If you plan to run electronics from your battery bank, choose a pure sine model like this one.

ShadeTech Panel Versus a Standard Panel

Go Power points out that most panels lose charging power as soon as conditions aren't ideal. ShadeTech modules are built to recover faster from shade and hold steadier output, which matters at campsites where trees and awnings move shadows across your panel through the day.

Buyer Guidance

Plan Your Battery Bank

Batteries aren't included with the Weekender ASW. Go Power recommends 200Ah of AGM or 100Ah of lithium battery capacity for this system. If you're not sure how much capacity your own loads need, the Outbound Power team can help you work it out before you order.

Plan the Install and Future Expansion

The kit includes solar cables, mounting hardware and an inverter install kit. Before you start, decide where the panel, controller and inverter will go and how the cables will run between them. If you expect to add solar later, leave mounting space for more panels, since the controller supports up to 600 watts in total.

This May Be A Good Fit If

• You're adding a first solar and inverter system to an RV or camper
• You often camp at sites with partial shade
• You want pure sine AC with a built-in 30 amp transfer switch
• You plan to grow to as much as 600 watts of solar
• You'd like to check your solar from your phone

Common Questions

What Battery Should I Use With It?

Go Power recommends 200Ah of AGM or 100Ah of lithium battery capacity. Batteries are not part of the kit, so plan to add one if your RV doesn't already have a suitable bank.

Can I Add More Solar Later?

Yes. The 30 amp PWM controller supports up to 600 watts of solar, so you can add panels without replacing the controller.

Does It Need a Separate Transfer Switch?

The ASW-1800-12-TS has a 30 amp transfer switch built in, so the kit doesn't include or call for a separate one.

How Do I Monitor the System?

The PWM controller connects over Bluetooth, so you can monitor and manage your solar from your phone. It also has its own LCD screen and buttons.

What Warranty Comes With the Panel?

Go Power gives the ShadeTech panel a 25-year limited output power warranty.

What's Included

• 1 x ShadeTech 200W Shade-Tolerant Solar Module (GP-PV-200-M12-RN)
• 1 x ASW-1800-12-TS Pure Sine Wave Inverter With Built-In 30A Transfer Switch
• 1 x 30A Single-Bank Bluetooth PWM Solar Controller (GP-SB-PWM-30-BT)
• 1 x Inverter Install Kit
• Solar Cables
• Mounting Hardware

Solar Charging and Clean AC Power in One Kit

The Go Power! Weekender ASW Solar and Inverter System gives your RV a 200 watt ShadeTech panel, a Bluetooth PWM controller and an 1800 watt pure sine inverter with a built-in 30 amp transfer switch, with room to grow to 600 watts of solar. If you'd like help choosing a battery bank or planning the install, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.