{"product_id":"rich-solar-mega-55-55-watt-12v-solar-panel","title":"Rich Solar MEGA 55 55 Watt 12V Solar Panel","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\/rich-solar-mega-55-compact-12v-solar-panel-with-tempered-glass-shown-face-on.jpg\" alt=\"Rich Solar MEGA 55 compact 12V solar panel with tempered glass, shown face-on\" width=\"1411\" height=\"1704\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 1411px; height: auto; margin: 0 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 Rich Solar MEGA 55 55 Watt 12V Solar Panel Adds Reliable Charging Power to Boats, Vans and Trailers in a 25 x 20 Inch Frame\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rich Solar MEGA 55 55 Watt 12V Solar Panel (model RS-M55) is a compact rigid panel for 12V off-grid systems. It uses 33 monocrystalline cells with 5-busbar technology behind 3.2 mm AR-coated tempered glass, in an anodized aluminum frame that measures 25 x 20 x 1.2 inches and weighs 8.2 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich Solar builds it for RVs, vans, truck campers, boats and cabins. Pre-attached MC4 leads, an IP67-rated junction box and eight pre-drilled mounting holes make installation simple, and it carries a 25-year power output warranty and a 10-year workmanship warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRich Solar MEGA 55 55 Watt 12V Solar Panel Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e5-Busbar Monocrystalline Cells\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 33-cell layout uses 5-busbar monocrystalline cells with up to 22.6% cell efficiency, for a module efficiency of 17.1%. At its maximum power point the panel delivers 18.7V and 2.94A. The 0 to +5W power tolerance means each panel is rated to deliver at least 55W at standard test conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSteady Output in Low Light and Heat\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich Solar designs the MEGA 55 to keep producing on cloudy days and at dawn and dusk. A power temperature coefficient of -0.35%\/°C helps it hold output as the cells warm up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGlass and Frame Built for Harsh Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-transmission, AR-coated 3.2 mm tempered glass protects the cells while letting in sunlight. The panel is built to withstand salt, ammonia, sand, high temperatures and humidity, and it is rated for 5400 Pa snow loads and 2400 Pa wind loads. The operating range is -40°F to +185°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChecked for Long-Term Reliability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery panel goes through 100% EL inspection, and the cells are PID resistant. Rich Solar uses a non-destructive cutting process to help minimize \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap;\"\u003emicro-cracks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReady-to-Wire Leads and Eight Mounting Holes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-attached #12 gauge (4.0 mm²) leads, 35.4 inches each, end in MC4 connectors, and the junction box and connectors are both rated IP67. Eight pre-drilled holes in the frame fit Z brackets, tilt mounts, pole mounts and ground installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUL Certified\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MEGA 55 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich Solar lists marine systems among the panel's uses, and the IP67-rated junction box and connectors suit outdoor installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVans and truck campers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 55W of charging to a 12V house battery in a 25 x 20 inch footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrailers and RVs.\u003c\/strong\u003e Help keep a 12V battery topped up while you travel or camp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabins.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a compact panel to a 12V off-grid battery system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMEGA 55 Versus a Larger 12V Panel\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA larger panel produces more power, but it needs more open mounting area and adds weight. The MEGA 55 keeps the size to 25 x 20 inches and 8.2 pounds for spaces where a full-size panel won't fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMEGA 55 Versus a Flexible Panel\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flexible panel is made to follow curved surfaces. The MEGA 55 is a rigid panel with 3.2 mm tempered glass and an anodized aluminum frame, rated for 5400 Pa snow and 2400 Pa wind loads, and it mounts through eight pre-drilled holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuyer Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCheck Your Controller and Wiring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure your charge controller accepts the panel's 22.4V open circuit voltage and 3.23A short circuit current. Open circuit voltage rises in cold weather, with a temperature coefficient of -0.28%\/°C, so leave headroom on the controller's input limit. The connectors support series and parallel wiring; keep any string under the 1000VDC maximum system voltage and note the 10A maximum series fuse rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlan the Mounting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting hardware isn't included. Choose Z brackets for a flat roof or a tilt, pole or ground mount, and line them up with the pre-drilled holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis May Be A Good Fit If\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou run a 12V battery system on a boat, van, trailer or truck camper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want 55W from a 25 x 20 inch panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a UL certified rigid glass panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want pre-attached MC4 leads and an IP67 junction box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow Big Is the MEGA 55?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel measures 25 x 20 x 1.2 inches (635 x 508 x 30 mm) and weighs 8.2 pounds (3.7 kg).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I Wire Several Panels Together?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The connectors support both series and parallel configurations. Keep the total within your charge controller's limits and the 1000VDC maximum system voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes It Work With Inverters?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich Solar lists the MEGA 55 as compatible with both on-grid and off-grid inverters, as well as mainstream optimizers and mounting systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Warranty Does It Carry?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich Solar provides a 25-year power output warranty and a 10-year limited workmanship warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Rich Solar MEGA 55 Solar Panel With Pre-Attached MC4 Cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact 12V Power in a 25 x 20 Inch Frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rich Solar MEGA 55 55 Watt 12V Solar Panel pairs 5-busbar monocrystalline cells with AR-coated tempered glass, IP67-rated connections and UL certification in a 25 x 20 inch frame for boats, vans, trailers and cabins. If you'd like help matching it to a charge controller, battery or mount, 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\u003eRich Solar MEGA 55 55 Watt 12V Solar Panel 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-M55\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 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glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBacksheet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnodized aluminum alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Holes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 pre-drilled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJunction Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMC4, IP67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0 mm² (#12 gauge), 35.4 in (900 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Load\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5400 Pa snow (positive), 2400 Pa wind (negative)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 x 20 x 1.2 in (635 x 508 x 30 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.2 lb (3.7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications and Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 61730, UL IEC 61215, CSA C22.2 No. 61730\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Output Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorkmanship Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 years (limited)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRich Solar MEGA 55 55 Watt 12V Solar Panel Manuals and Documents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRich Solar MEGA 55 Specification Sheet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/9128\/2937\/files\/rich-solar-mega-55-specification-sheet.pdf\" title=\"Rich Solar MEGA 55 Specification Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg 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