The Rich Solar MEGA 30 30 Watt 12V Solar Panel Brings Steady 12V Battery Charging to Small Spaces on RVs, Boats and Off-Grid Setups
The Rich Solar MEGA 30 30 Watt 12V Solar Panel (model RS-M30) is a compact rigid panel for small 12V off-grid and battery-charging systems. It uses 36 monocrystalline cells with 5-busbar technology behind tempered glass, held in a corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum frame. At 24.6 x 14.2 x 1.0 inches and 5.3 pounds, it suits installations where space is tight.
Rich Solar builds the MEGA 30 for RV, marine and off-grid installations. It produces 18.2V and 1.65A at its maximum power point, and it carries a 25-year output warranty and a 10-year workmanship warranty.
Rich Solar MEGA 30 30 Watt 12V Solar Panel Features
36 Monocrystalline Cells Matched to 12V Systems
The 36-cell layout gives a maximum power voltage of 18.2V and an open circuit voltage of 22.2V, a range built for charging 12V batteries through a charge controller. Rated current is 1.65A at maximum power and 1.82A short circuit. Power output tolerance is ±5%.
Power in Cloudy Weather and Low Sun
Rich Solar designs the MEGA 30 to keep generating power in cloudy conditions and during early mornings and late afternoons. That helps a small system keep collecting energy across more of the day.
Tempered Glass and a Corrosion-Resistant Frame
Tempered glass helps protect the cells from the elements, and the anodized aluminum frame resists corrosion for long outdoor service. Its rated temperature range runs from -40°C to +85°C.
Sealed Junction Box and MC4-Compatible Leads
An IP65-rated junction box on the back feeds 12AWG panel leads with MC4-compatible solar connectors, so the panel plugs into standard solar extension cables. Rich Solar rates it for a maximum system voltage of 600V DC.
Pre-Drilled for Common Mounts
Six pre-drilled holes in the frame make the panel ready for Z brackets, pole mounts, tilt mounts and ground mounting.
UL Certified
The MEGA 30 is UL certified to the UL 61730, UL IEC 61215 and CSA C22.2 No. 61730 standards for photovoltaic modules, which helps when an installation calls for listed equipment.
Real-World Applications
RVs and campers. Add a compact panel to help keep a 12V house battery charged while you travel or camp.
Boats. Rich Solar lists marine installations among the panel's uses, and its small footprint helps on boats with limited open space.
Small off-grid battery systems. Charge a small 12V battery at a remote site where a full-size panel would be more than you need.
Practical Comparison
MEGA 30 Versus a Larger 12V Panel
A larger panel produces more power, but it needs more mounting space and adds weight. The MEGA 30 keeps the footprint to 24.6 x 14.2 inches and 5.3 pounds, which suits small loads and space-limited installations.
MEGA 30 Versus a Flexible Panel
A flexible panel is made to follow curved surfaces. The MEGA 30 is a rigid panel with tempered glass and an anodized aluminum frame, and it mounts on brackets, poles or tilt mounts through its pre-drilled holes.
Buyer Guidance
Match It to Your Charge Controller
Check that your charge controller accepts the panel's 22.2V open circuit voltage and 1.82A short circuit current, and that it is set up for your 12V battery. If you wire several panels together, keep the array within Rich Solar's 600V DC maximum system voltage and your controller's input limits.
Plan the Mounting
The frame measures 24.6 x 14.2 x 1.0 inches. Choose Z brackets for flat surfaces, or a pole, tilt or ground mount for fixed sites, and line them up with the pre-drilled holes.
This May Be A Good Fit If
- You run a small 12V battery system
- Your mounting space is limited
- You want a rigid glass panel with an aluminum frame
- You plan to use Z brackets or a pole, tilt or ground mount
Common Questions
Is the MEGA 30 a 12V Solar Panel?
Yes. Rich Solar designs it for 12V off-grid applications. Its 36 cells give a maximum power voltage of 18.2V and an open circuit voltage of 22.2V.
What Connectors Does It Use?
The panel has 12AWG leads with MC4-compatible solar connectors coming out of an IP65-rated junction box.
Does It Work on Cloudy Days?
Rich Solar designs it to keep producing power in cloudy conditions and during early mornings and late afternoons. The 30W rating is measured at standard test conditions, so real output changes with the weather and sun angle.
What Warranty Does It Carry?
Rich Solar backs the MEGA 30 with a 25-year output warranty and a 10-year workmanship warranty.
What's Included
- 1 x Rich Solar MEGA 30 30 Watt 12V Solar Panel
Compact 12V Solar for Tight Spaces
The Rich Solar MEGA 30 30 Watt 12V Solar Panel packs 36 monocrystalline cells, tempered glass and an anodized aluminum frame into a 24.6 x 14.2 inch panel for RVs, boats and small off-grid battery systems. If you'd like help pairing it with a charge controller, battery or mount, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
Rich Solar MEGA 30 30 Watt 12V Solar Panel Specifications
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| Model |
RS-M30 |
| Electrical |
| Maximum Power (Pmax) |
30W |
| Maximum Power Voltage (Vmp) |
18.2V |
| Maximum Power Current (Imp) |
1.65A |
| Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) |
22.2V |
| Short Circuit Current (Isc) |
1.82A |
| Power Output Tolerance |
±5% |
| Maximum System Voltage |
600V DC |
| System Use |
12V off-grid |
| Nominal Operating Cell Temperature |
45±2°C |
| Temperature Range |
-40°C to +85°C |
| Physical |
| Cells |
36 monocrystalline, 5-busbar |
| Glass |
Tempered glass |
| Frame |
Anodized aluminum, corrosion-resistant |
| Mounting Holes |
6 pre-drilled |
| Junction Box |
IP65 |
| Panel Leads |
12AWG |
| Connectors |
MC4-compatible |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
24.6 x 14.2 x 1.0 in |
| Net Weight |
5.3 lb |
| Certifications and Warranty |
| Certifications |
UL 61730, UL IEC 61215, CSA C22.2 No. 61730 |
| Power Output Warranty |
25 years |
| Workmanship Warranty |
10 years |
Rich Solar MEGA 30 UL Certificate