Best Solar Panel For RAVPower Power Station 252.7Wh/70200mAh

Recharge The RAVPower 252.7Wh/70200mAh Portable Power Station With Solar Panels

The RAVPower 252.7Wh/70200mAh (also known as RP-PB187) is a popular portable power station that is great not only for camping but also for emergencies when the power goes out at home.

With its 252.7 watt-hour battery capacity, two AC outlets, USB C PD, and portable design, it’s easy to understand why people choose this one in the power station/solar generator jungle.

If you have a different RAVPower battery and want to know how to use solar panels with it, please leave a comment and I will do my best to help you out.

There are several ways to charge the lithium batteries inside the RAVPower. With the included wall charger, the car charger, an USB C PD wall adapter, and with solar panels.

Today I am going to share the best solar panel options for your RAVPower power station. Since not all solar panels or power stations are created equal, it’s hard to find the right plug and connector.

Best Solar Panels To Pair With Your RAVPower Power Station/Solar Generator

According to RAVPower, the input DC port on this specific model is a 5.5×2.1mm port.

A lot of portable panels come with that connector or adapter, which makes it pretty easy to find a compatible panel.

There is more to a solar panel than just its connector, though, like voltages and amps that you need to watch out for. Therefore, I recommend choosing one panel down below.

If you’re looking at a specific panel and wonder whether or not it will work, please leave a comment and I’ll help you out.

ENKEEO 50W Solar Charger, Foldable Solar Panel with MPPT Controller and TIR-C, DC, USB QC 3.0 and 2.0 Output Ports, Multiple Connection Cables for Smartphones, Laptops, Car Battery, Power Stations
Renogy 50W 12V Eclipse Monocrystalline Portable Solar Panel Built-in Kickstand
ROCKPALS Foldable Solar Panel 60W SP002 Portable Solar Panel Charger for Jackery/BLUETTI/ECOFLOW/Flashfish Power Station, IP65 Waterproof Solar Panel with QC3.0,USB-C for Camp/RV/Off Grid/Phone/Tablet
Renogy Solar Panel 100 Watt 12 Volt, High-Efficiency Monocrystalline PV Module Power Charger for RV Marine Rooftop Farm Battery and Other Off-Grid Applications, RNG-100D-SS, Single 100W
ROCKPALS SP003 100W Portable Solar Panel for Solar Generator and USB Devices, Compatible with Jackery/EF/Bluetti/Anker/Goal Zero Power Station, Foldable Solar Panel Charger for Outdoor Camping Travel
TWELSEAVAN Portable Solar Panel for Power Station, 120W Foldable Solar Charger with QC3.0/PD60W/DC 4 Outputs for Phone Tablet, Camping Outdoors RV
Watts
50W
50W
60W
100W
100W
120W
Open Circuit Voltage
21V
22.4V
18V
21.5V
18V
21.5V
Connectors
DC, USB
MC4
DC, USB
MC4
MC4, DC, USB
MC4, DC, USB
Requires Additional Adapter
Foldable
Weight
5.4 lbs
12.3 lbs
5.1 lbs
17.7 lbs
5.1 lbs
9.5 lbs
Size
19.9 x 14.1 x 2.4 in
23.4 x 20.8 x 1.4 in
13.8 x 13.4 x 1.8 in (folded)
41.6 x 20.7 x 1.4 in
64.5 x 20.5 x 1.2 in
20.5 x 14.4 x 1.6 in (folded)
ENKEEO 50W Solar Charger, Foldable Solar Panel with MPPT Controller and TIR-C, DC, USB QC 3.0 and 2.0 Output Ports, Multiple Connection Cables for Smartphones, Laptops, Car Battery, Power Stations
Watts
50W
Open Circuit Voltage
21V
Connectors
DC, USB
Requires Additional Adapter
Foldable
Weight
5.4 lbs
Size
19.9 x 14.1 x 2.4 in
Renogy 50W 12V Eclipse Monocrystalline Portable Solar Panel Built-in Kickstand
Watts
50W
Open Circuit Voltage
22.4V
Connectors
MC4
Requires Additional Adapter
Foldable
Weight
12.3 lbs
Size
23.4 x 20.8 x 1.4 in
ROCKPALS Foldable Solar Panel 60W SP002 Portable Solar Panel Charger for Jackery/BLUETTI/ECOFLOW/Flashfish Power Station, IP65 Waterproof Solar Panel with QC3.0,USB-C for Camp/RV/Off Grid/Phone/Tablet
Watts
60W
Open Circuit Voltage
18V
Connectors
DC, USB
Requires Additional Adapter
Foldable
Weight
5.1 lbs
Size
13.8 x 13.4 x 1.8 in (folded)
Renogy Solar Panel 100 Watt 12 Volt, High-Efficiency Monocrystalline PV Module Power Charger for RV Marine Rooftop Farm Battery and Other Off-Grid Applications, RNG-100D-SS, Single 100W
Watts
100W
Open Circuit Voltage
21.5V
Connectors
MC4
Requires Additional Adapter
Foldable
Weight
17.7 lbs
Size
41.6 x 20.7 x 1.4 in
ROCKPALS SP003 100W Portable Solar Panel for Solar Generator and USB Devices, Compatible with Jackery/EF/Bluetti/Anker/Goal Zero Power Station, Foldable Solar Panel Charger for Outdoor Camping Travel
Watts
100W
Open Circuit Voltage
18V
Connectors
MC4, DC, USB
Requires Additional Adapter
Foldable
Weight
5.1 lbs
Size
64.5 x 20.5 x 1.2 in
TWELSEAVAN Portable Solar Panel for Power Station, 120W Foldable Solar Charger with QC3.0/PD60W/DC 4 Outputs for Phone Tablet, Camping Outdoors RV
Watts
120W
Open Circuit Voltage
21.5V
Connectors
MC4, DC, USB
Requires Additional Adapter
Foldable
Weight
9.5 lbs
Size
20.5 x 14.4 x 1.6 in (folded)

Note: Scroll left/right on small screens to view all products in the table.

The Additional Adapter You Need If Your Solar Panel Has MC4 Connectors

If the solar panel you’re considering purchasing from the table above doesn’t have a checkmark next to “Requires Additional Adapter”, it’s going to be directly compatible with the RAVPower solar generator. That means that it at least includes an adapter with the right 5.5×2.1mm connector.

If you want a solar panel that isn’t directly compatible, as in it has MC4 connectors, you’re going to need this adapter (click to view on Amazon).

AIMTOM 6.6Ft Heavy Duty Waterproof Solar Male/Female Connector to DC 5.5mm x 2.1mm Solar Panel Adapter Cable for Charging SPS-155 SPS-194 Power Stations, Solar Generators or Rechargeable Battery Pack

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This is an adapter for solar panels, with a positive MC4 male connector and a negative MC4 female connector. The Renogy panels are wired this way.

To use the adapter, simply plug the MC4 connector into the adapter (male to female, female to male).

How Fast Will A Solar Panel Charge The RAVPower Power Station?

The RAVPower power station can handle a maximum of 60W input, so with a 100W solar panel during a sunny day, the battery will charge in less than five hours.

Can I Connect Two Solar Panels?

If you have two 50W panels with MC4 connectors, you can combine them with an MC4 Y Branch, then connect the Y branch to the adapter (click to view on Amazon).

Can I Use 24V Panels?

No, since the RAVPower solar charge controller can only handle up to 24V VOC. A 24V panel usually have a VOC rating above 30V.

Please leave a comment down below if you have any questions.

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