{"product_id":"rich-solar-mega-175-pro-175-watt-24v-solar-panel-with-20-ft-mc4-extension-cable-set","title":"Rich Solar MEGA 175 PRO 175 Watt 24V Solar Panel With 20 ft MC4 Extension Cable Set","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Rich Solar MEGA 175 PRO 175 Watt 24V Solar Panel With 20 ft MC4 Extension Cable Set Lets You Mount Panels Where the Sun Is Strongest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rich Solar MEGA 175 PRO 175 Watt 24V Solar Panel With 20 ft MC4 Extension Cable Set pairs a compact 24V off-grid panel with a 20 ft red and black solar extension cable set. The panel delivers 175W from 52 N-Type TOPCon cells with up to 25.3% efficiency in a nearly square 38.6 x 34.7 x 1.2 inch frame that weighs 19 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included extension cable set reaches from the panel's pre-attached 3 ft leads to your charge controller, so you can place the panel on the sunny side of a roof, rack or campsite. The panel is certified to UL 61730, IEC 61215 and CSA C22.2 and carries a 25-year output warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRich Solar MEGA 175 PRO 175 Watt 24V Solar Panel With 20 ft MC4 Extension Cable Set Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e18-Busbar N-Type TOPCon Cells\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 52-cell layout uses 18-busbar N-Type TOPCon cells with up to 25.3% efficiency. The 0 to +5W power tolerance means each panel delivers at least its rated 175W at standard test conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStrong Low-Light Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cells and 3.2 mm AR-coated tempered glass capture more sunlight on cloudy days and at dawn and dusk, so the panel keeps charging when conditions are less than ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e20 ft Extension Cable Set Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 20 ft solar extension cable set with MC4 connectors comes in the box. It gives you room to run from a roof or ground mount to a controller and battery bank without buying cables separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTested to Prevent Microcracks\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cells are PID resistant and double EL inspected to prevent microcracks. Rich Solar also tests the panel for UV exposure, thermal cycling, humidity freeze and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWeatherproof and Load Rated\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel is rated for 5,400 Pa snow loads and 2,400 Pa wind loads. The IP67 junction box and IP67 connectors keep out dust and water, and the anodized aluminum frame is light, strong and corrosion resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlexible Mounting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFourteen pre-drilled mounting holes fit Z brackets, tilt mounts, pole mounts and ground mounts. The panel works with both on-grid and off-grid inverters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e25-Year Output Warranty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich Solar backs the MEGA 175 PRO with a 25-year output warranty and a 10-year workmanship warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVans and campers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The square shape fits roof areas that are too short for a long panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount the panel on a hardtop or rail and use the extension cable to reach the battery compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOff-grid systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 24V panels to a cabin or shed system and run the extension cable to the controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMobile power setups.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set the panel in the sun at a campsite or job site while the battery stays in the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Compares to Common Alternatives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus a bare panel.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most panels come with short leads only. The MEGA 175 PRO includes a 20 ft extension cable set, so the panel can sit farther from the controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus a long 200W panel.\u003c\/strong\u003e A typical 200W panel is long and narrow. The nearly square MEGA 175 PRO fits shorter roof sections and racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus a 12V panel.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 24V panel runs at higher voltage and lower current for the same wattage. Pair it with a charge controller that suits its 36.4V open circuit voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs This Panel the Right Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem voltage.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a 24V panel. Choose a charge controller rated for its 36.4V open circuit voltage and 5.93A short circuit current.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring.\u003c\/strong\u003e Panels can be wired in series or parallel. Stay within your controller's voltage and current limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFusing.\u003c\/strong\u003e The maximum series fuse rating is 15A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan for a 38.6 x 34.7 inch footprint and 19 pounds per panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis may be a good fit if\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a compact 24V panel for a van, camper or boat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need extra cable length between the panel and your controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want N-Type TOPCon cells and UL certification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou plan to add more panels to an off-grid system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I Need an Inverter to Charge My Battery?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. You only need a charge controller to charge a battery. An inverter is needed only if you want to run AC appliances from the battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Comes in the Box?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne MEGA 175 PRO solar panel and one 20 ft solar extension cable set with red and black cables and MC4 connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the Panel Drain My Battery at Night?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot when a solar charge controller is installed. The controller prevents reverse current from draining the battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes It Require Roof Penetration?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot always. Panels can often be mounted on the roof using a sealant, or installed on the ground instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Rich Solar MEGA 175 PRO Solar Panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 20 ft Solar Extension Cable Set (Black and Red)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact 24V Solar With Room to Reach\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rich Solar MEGA 175 PRO 175 Watt 24V Solar Panel With 20 ft MC4 Extension Cable Set gives you efficient N-Type TOPCon power and the cable length to put the panel where the sun is. At Outbound Power, we help customers pair panels with the right charge controllers, batteries and mounting hardware. If you have questions, our 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\u003eRich Solar MEGA 175 PRO 175 Watt 24V Solar Panel With 20 ft MC4 Extension Cable Set Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.1489%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8511%;\"\u003eRS-M175PQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Power (Pmax)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e175W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal System 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