The Rich Solar 600 Watt 12V Solar Kit With Battery Stores 2.56kWh in an ALPHA 2 LiFePO4 Battery Charged by Three MEGA 200 Panels
The Rich Solar 600 Watt 12V Solar Kit With Battery (model RS-K600B) combines three 200W MEGA 200 monocrystalline panels, a BRAVO 40 40A MPPT charge controller and a 12.8V 200Ah ALPHA 2 LiFePO4 battery. Rich Solar estimates the array produces about 2.2kWh of energy per day under 4 peak sun hours, and the battery holds 2.56kWh for nights, cloudy stretches and backup power.
It's a 12V DC system for RVs, vans, cabins, tiny homes and emergency backup. Along with the main components, you get three Z bracket sets, a cable entry housing, a 15A inline fuse holder and cable sets for the panel and battery runs. An inverter isn't part of this kit.
Rich Solar 600 Watt 12V Solar Kit With Battery Features
Three MEGA 200 Panels for a 600W Array
Each MEGA 200 (RS-M200) is rated at 200W, with a 21.8V open-circuit voltage and 11.6A short-circuit current. The panels use N-Type TOPCon cells with 20.2% module efficiency, 3.2 mm anti-reflective coated tempered glass and anodized aluminum frames. IP67 junction boxes and 14 pre-drilled holes per panel round out the build.
A BRAVO 40 Controller Matched to 600 Watts
Rich Solar rates the BRAVO 40 for up to 600W of solar on a 12V battery, which matches the three panels. The controller delivers up to 40A of charging current, tracks the maximum power point at better than 99.5% efficiency and converts power at up to 98%. It auto-detects 12V or 24V systems and accepts up to 100V of panel open-circuit voltage.
Charging Profiles, Display and Bluetooth
The BRAVO 40 has eight battery presets (GEL, AGM, WET, Crystal, Calcium, LiFePO4, LTO and LCO) plus custom charge settings. A large LCD and LED bar show solar input and battery status, a built-in Bluetooth module allows wireless monitoring, and an external battery temperature sensor is optional. The board is conformal coated and rated IP43, with IP22 at the connection area.
A 200Ah ALPHA 2 Battery With Self-Heating
The ALPHA 2 (RS-B122S) stores 2,560Wh and is rated for 5,000+ cycles at 80% depth of discharge. Rich Solar rates it for 200A maximum charge current, 200A continuous discharge and 2,560W maximum output. A 100W internal heater turns on at 41°F or below while charging current is present and turns off at 50°F, so the battery can charge in freezing weather.
App Monitoring and Battery Protection
Bluetooth links the ALPHA 2 to the RICH SOLAR app to show state of charge, voltage, current, temperature and cycle count. The BMS protects against over-charge, over-discharge, over-current, short circuit and high or low temperature, and it balances the cells. The case is IP65 rated, uses UL94 V-0 flame-retardant plastic and measures 20.9 x 8.1 x 8.5 inches in a Group 31 size.
Real-World Applications
RVs and vans. Charge a 12V house battery from three roof panels and carry 2.56kWh of stored energy between stops.
Cabins and tiny homes. Build a 12V off-grid power base for a small cabin, then add an inverter for AC appliances.
Emergency backup. Keep a charged LiFePO4 battery ready for outages and recharge it from the sun.
Practical Comparison
RS-K600B Versus a Kit With a PWM Controller
A PWM controller can't convert extra panel voltage into charging current. The BRAVO 40's MPPT tracking is rated above 99.5%, which helps more of the 600W array's output reach the battery.
ALPHA 2 Versus the ALPHA 2 LITE
Rich Solar's ALPHA 2 LITE has the same 12.8V 200Ah capacity but no internal heating or Bluetooth, and it's rated for 4,000+ cycles at 80% depth of discharge. The ALPHA 2 in this kit adds the 100W heater and app monitoring and is rated for 5,000+ cycles.
Buyer Guidance
Installation Notes
Rich Solar wires the three MEGA 200 panels in series, positive to negative, with the 15A inline fuse holder on the combined positive lead, then runs the 30 ft solar cable set to the BRAVO 40. The 10 ft 8 AWG cable set connects the controller to the ALPHA 2, and Rich Solar shows an optional 40A ANL fuse on that run. The BRAVO 40 is designed for indoor use on a vertical surface, protected from the weather and close to the battery.
Battery Expansion and Recovery
You can connect up to four ALPHA 2 batteries in parallel. Rich Solar says to use the same model only and to bring each battery within 1V of the others before connecting. If the BMS shuts the battery off after a protection event, the terminals read 1 to 3V, and a lithium-compatible charger wakes it with a 12V pulse.
This May Be A Good Fit If
- You need more storage than a 100Ah battery provides
- Your 12V system can use about 2.2kWh of solar a day under 4 peak sun hours
- You want a battery that charges in cold weather
- You plan to add your own inverter
Common Questions
Does the 600W Kit Come With an Inverter?
No. This kit charges and stores 12V DC power. Add a 12V inverter sized to your AC loads; Rich Solar's wiring layout for this kit shows its NOVA PURE 3K 12V inverter, sold separately.
How Much Solar Energy Can I Expect?
Rich Solar estimates about 2.2kWh per day under 4 peak sun hours. Real output varies with your location, season, tilt and shading.
Can I Charge the ALPHA 2 Below Freezing?
Yes, when a charging source is connected. The battery charges from 32°F to 131°F, and the heater warms it from 41°F or below up to 50°F. The heater doesn't draw on the battery's own stored energy.
What Warranty Applies?
Rich Solar lists a 25-year power output warranty and a 10-year workmanship warranty for the MEGA 200 panels, a 5-year warranty for the ALPHA 2 battery and a 2-year warranty for the BRAVO 40 controller.
What's Included
- 3 x MEGA 200 12V 200W Solar Panels (RS-M200)
- 1 x BRAVO 40 40A MPPT Charge Controller (RS-MPPT40PB)
- 1 x ALPHA 2 12V 200Ah Lithium Battery (RS-B122S)
- 3 x Z Bracket Sets, One Set of 4 Each (RS-ZB4C)
- 1 x Cable Entry Housing (RS-C2B)
- 1 x 15A Solar Panel Inline Fuse Holder (RS-SC15F)
- 1 x 30 ft 10 AWG Solar Cable Set, Panel to Controller (RS-30101)
- 1 x 10 ft 8 AWG Solar Cable Set, Controller to Battery (RS-810)
A 600W Solar Array With 2.56kWh of Storage
The Rich Solar 600 Watt 12V Solar Kit With Battery gives a 12V system three MEGA 200 panels, a BRAVO 40 MPPT controller and a self-heating 200Ah ALPHA 2 battery, plus the brackets, fuse holder and cables to put them together. For help with wiring, inverter choices or expanding the battery bank, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
Rich Solar 600 Watt 12V Solar Kit With Battery ALPHA 2 200Ah LiFePO4 Specifications
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| Model |
RS-K600B |
| Kit Contents |
| MEGA 200 12V 200W Solar Panel (RS-M200) |
3 |
| BRAVO 40 40A MPPT Charge Controller (RS-MPPT40PB) |
1 |
| ALPHA 2 12V 200Ah Lithium Battery (RS-B122S) |
1 |
| Z Bracket Set, Set of 4 (RS-ZB4C) |
3 |
| Cable Entry Housing (RS-C2B) |
1 |
| 15A Solar Panel Inline Fuse Holder (RS-SC15F) |
1 |
| 30 ft 10 AWG Solar Cable Set, Panel to Controller (RS-30101) |
1 |
| 10 ft 8 AWG Solar Cable Set, Controller to Battery (RS-810) |
1 |
| System |
| Total Solar Power |
600W (3 x 200W) |
| System Voltage |
12V DC |
| Battery Storage |
2.56kWh (2,560Wh) |
| Estimated Daily Energy |
About 2.2kWh per day under 4 peak sun hours |
| Panel Wiring |
3 panels in series, 15A inline fuse on combined positive lead |
| Inverter |
Not included |
| Optional Battery Fuse |
40A ANL, controller to battery (not included) |
| Solar Panel |
| Panel Model |
MEGA 200 (RS-M200) |
| Maximum Power (Pmax) |
200W per panel |
| Power Tolerance |
0 to +5W |
| Maximum Power Voltage (Vmp) |
18.4V |
| Maximum Power Current (Imp) |
10.9A |
| Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) |
21.8V |
| Short Circuit Current (Isc) |
11.6A |
| Maximum System Voltage |
1000VDC |
| Maximum Series Fuse Rating |
15A |
| Module Efficiency |
20.2% |
| Cell Type |
N-Type TOPCon, 30 cells |
| Glass |
3.2 mm (0.13 in) AR coated tempered glass |
| Frame |
Anodized aluminum alloy |
| Junction Box |
IP67 |
| Panel Cables |
12 AWG (4.0 mm²), 35.4 in (900 mm) |
| Mounting Holes |
14 pre-drilled |
| Mechanical Load |
5400 Pa positive, 2400 Pa negative |
| Temperature Range |
-40°F to 185°F |
| Dimensions |
58.7 x 26.8 x 1.2 in (1490 x 680 x 30 mm) |
| Weight |
24.0 lb (10.9 kg) per panel |
| Charge Controller |
| Controller Model |
BRAVO 40 (RS-MPPT40PB) |
| Maximum PV Charging Current |
40A |
| System Voltage |
12V/24V auto |
| Maximum PV Open Circuit Voltage |
100VDC |
| MPPT Voltage Range |
15-72VDC |
| Recommended Solar Power |
600W (12V) / 1,200W (24V) |
| MPPT Tracking Efficiency |
Above 99.5% |
| Charge Conversion Efficiency |
Up to 98% |
| Battery Presets |
GEL, AGM, WET, Crystal, Calcium, LiFePO4 (LFP), LTO, LCO, plus custom |
| Display |
LCD with LED bar |
| Bluetooth |
Built-in module |
| Optional Accessory |
External battery temperature sensor |
| Protection Rating |
IP43 (PCBA), IP22 (connection area) |
| Circuit Board |
Conformal coated |
| Mounting |
Indoor, vertical surface |
| Operating Temperature |
-13°F to 122°F (-25°C to 50°C) |
| Dimensions |
7.7 x 5.5 x 2.9 in (195 x 142 x 74 mm) |
| Weight |
2.58 lb (1.17 kg) |
| Battery |
| Battery Model |
ALPHA 2 (RS-B122S) |
| Chemistry |
LiFePO4 |
| Nominal Voltage |
12.8V |
| Capacity |
200Ah |
| Energy |
2,560Wh |
| Cycle Life |
5,000+ cycles (80% DoD) |
| Maximum Charge Current |
200A |
| Recommended Charge Current |
100A |
| Maximum Continuous Discharge Current |
200A |
| Maximum Output Power |
2,560W |
| Maximum Charge Voltage |
14.4V |
| Recommended Charge Voltage |
14.2V |
| Discharge Cutoff Voltage |
10.0V |
| Charge Temperature |
32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C) |
| Discharge Temperature |
-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) |
| Internal Heating |
100W, on at 41°F or below while charging, off at 50°F |
| Bluetooth |
Yes (RICH SOLAR app) |
| Parallel Expansion |
Up to 4 units (same model, within 1V of each other) |
| BMS Protection |
Over-charge, over-discharge, over-current, short circuit, high/low temperature, cell balancing |
| BMS Recovery |
Terminals read 1-3V after a protection event; a lithium-compatible charger wakes the BMS with a 12V pulse |
| Ingress Protection |
IP65 |
| Housing |
UL94 V-0 flame-retardant plastic |
| Terminals |
M8 |
| Dimensions |
20.9 x 8.1 x 8.5 in (Group 31 size) |
| Weight |
52.9 lb |
| Certifications |
FCC, UN 38.3, MSDS |
| Warranty |
| Solar Panels |
25-year power output, 10-year workmanship |
| Charge Controller |
2 years |
| Battery |
5 years |
Rich Solar 600 Watt 12V Solar Kit With Battery ALPHA 2 200Ah LiFePO4 Manuals and Documents
Rich Solar BRAVO 40 Manual
Rich Solar ALPHA 2 Battery Manual
Rich Solar MEGA 200 Specification Sheet
Rich Solar BRAVO 40 Specification Sheet
Rich Solar ALPHA 2 Specification Sheet