{"product_id":"renogy-10w-solar-battery-trickle-charger-maintainer","title":"Renogy 10W Solar Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; gap: 32px; margin: 0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 2 1 320px; min-width: 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/black-renogy-10w-solar-battery-maintainer-panel-with-its-attached-sae-cable-and-three-adapter-cables-laid-out-on-white.jpg\" alt=\"Black Renogy 10W solar battery maintainer panel with its attached SAE cable and three adapter cables laid out on white\" width=\"1001\" height=\"998\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 3 1 320px; min-width: 0; text-wrap: pretty;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eThe Renogy 10W Solar Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer Helps Keep a 12V Lead-Acid Battery Topped Off With Sunlight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy 10W Solar Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer is a 10W solar panel with an SAE output and three plug-in cables. It turns sunlight into 12V DC power to help offset the natural self-discharge of a battery that sits unused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's made for vehicles and equipment that sit between uses. Renogy lists boats, SUVs, RVs, electric fences and accessory batteries. Renogy's user guide says the unit works only with 12V lead-acid batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy 10W Solar Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThree Cables for Three Hookups\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SAE connector on the panel plugs into an SAE to cigarette lighter plug cable, an SAE to alligator clip cable or an SAE to ring terminal cable. Renogy's photo gives the lengths as 20.1 in, 20.5 in and 21.6 in. Pick the one that suits your battery or your vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlug and Play Setup\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the SAE plugs and the panel is ready. Renogy's guide shows the cigarette lighter route as three steps: plug in the panel cable, join the SAE connector and put the panel on the dash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSuction Cups for a Windshield or Dash\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight suction cups are included to attach the panel to a windshield. Renogy's guide says dark window tints can seriously reduce performance when the panel sits inside the glass. In that case it says to route the cable through an open window and place the panel outside the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThin 0.2 in Panel\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel measures 13.19 x 9.29 x 0.2 in (335 x 236 x 5 mm) and weighs 403.4 g (14.23 oz). Its black fabric border has a mounting tab at each short end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMade to Offset \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eSelf-Discharge\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy's guide says the unit is designed to compensate for battery self-discharge. It says not to rely on it for a full charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParked vehicles.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plug the panel into the cigarette lighter port and place it on the dash in sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal equipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip it to a 12V lead-acid battery in a boat, an RV or other equipment that sits for weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFixed hookups.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the ring terminal cable for a battery with bolt-on terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSolar Maintainer Versus Plug-In Battery Charger\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA plug-in charger needs an AC outlet. This panel needs sunlight and no outlet, but it only maintains a battery and is not a full charger. Renogy says not to rely on it for a full charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCigarette Lighter Cable Versus Battery Clips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lighter plug is the quickest hookup and keeps the clips off the battery. Renogy notes that some vehicles do not power the lighter port with the ignition off, so connect to the battery directly in that case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuyer Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBattery Type and Voltage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenogy's user guide says the unit is only compatible with 12V lead-acid batteries. Do not connect it to other battery types or to batteries with a nominal voltage other than 12V. Doing so may cause irreversible damage and battery explosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUse It Safely\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisconnect the maintainer from the battery or cigarette lighter port before you start the engine or drive. Renogy says surges from the alternator may damage it. Face the panel due south or north, with no shadows on it. Do not leave it connected and unattended for long periods. Check the battery often. Renogy says the unit is designed to withstand splashes and spills but is not fully waterproof, so do not submerge it or leave it in the rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis May Be A Good Fit If\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a 12V lead-acid battery that sits unused\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a no-outlet way to offset \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eself-discharge\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a cigarette lighter, clip or ring terminal hookup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill It Fully Charge a Dead Battery?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Renogy says it is designed to compensate for self-discharge and should not be relied on for a full charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Is the Cigarette Lighter Port Not Charging?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome vehicles switch the lighter port off with the ignition off. Renogy says to connect the maintainer to the battery directly in that case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Temperatures Can It Work In?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe working temperature range is -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 10W Solar Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x SAE to Cigarette Lighter Plug Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x SAE to Alligator Clip Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x SAE to Ring Terminal Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 x Suction Cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x User Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Solar Maintenance for Your 12V Battery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Renogy 10W Solar Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer gives you a thin 10W panel with three hookup cables and suction cups for a parked 12V lead-acid battery. If you'd like help deciding whether it fits your battery, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; max-width: 100%; overflow-x: auto;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); text-align: left; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy 10W Solar Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.1489%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Maximum Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8511%;\"\u003e10 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Operating Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Operating Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.56 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Circuit Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.47 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort Circuit Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.59 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSAE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+\/-5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Battery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 V lead-acid only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAE to Cigarette Lighter Plug Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x, 20.1 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAE to Alligator Clip Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x, 20.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAE to Ring Terminal Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x, 21.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuction Cups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSplash Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWithstands splashes and spills; not fully waterproof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.19 x 9.29 x 0.2 in (335 x 236 x 5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.23 oz (403.4 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial and Workmanship Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRenogy 10W Solar Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer Manuals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUser Manual\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/renogy-10w-solar-battery-trickle-charger-maintainer-user-manual.pdf\" title=\"User Manual\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/user-manual-for-the-renogy-10w-solar-battery-trickle-charger-maintainer.jpg\" alt=\"User Manual for the Renogy 10W Solar Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; 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