Shop Portable Solar Panels & Blankets
Portable solar panels and blankets provide a way to charge your caravan battery from sunlight without needing a permanent roof-mounted installation. They fold or roll up for storage and can be positioned in the sun while your caravan sits in the shade.
Portable Solar Panel and Blanket Options
The solar products in this collection include:
- iTechworld 300W Solar Blanket Kit with Raptor Skin
- Redarc 300W Monocrystalline Solar Blanket
- myCOOLMAN 100W and 200W Solar Blankets
- Arizon Instapower 200W Mono Solar Panel
- Arizon Moduflex 400W Portable Solar
Solar blankets fold up compact and are lighter than rigid panels, making them easier to store and carry. Rigid panels like the Arizon Instapower are typically more efficient per square metre. For the batteries and charge controllers to go with your solar setup, browse our lithium batteries and electrical collections.
Choosing Portable Solar
Match the wattage to your battery size and daily power needs. A 200W panel or blanket is a common starting point for a single battery system. Larger setups or fridges running off-grid may need 300W or more. You will also need a solar charge controller (MPPT), available from Victron in our electrical range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a solar blanket and a solar panel?
Solar blankets are flexible and fold up for compact storage. Rigid solar panels are typically more efficient but take up more space. Both do the same job of converting sunlight to electricity for charging your battery.
Do I need a charge controller with portable solar?
Yes. A solar charge controller regulates the charge going into your battery and prevents overcharging. MPPT controllers are more efficient than PWM types. We stock Victron SmartSolar MPPT controllers.
Can I use portable solar with any battery?
Portable solar works with both lithium and lead-acid batteries. Make sure your charge controller is set to the correct battery type. Browse our lithium batteries for caravans for compatible options.