{"id":2263,"date":"2024-02-20T09:54:09","date_gmt":"2024-02-20T14:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesolaraddict.com\/?p=2263"},"modified":"2024-02-20T09:54:09","modified_gmt":"2024-02-20T14:54:09","slug":"pgyob-solar-panels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesolaraddict.com\/pgyob-solar-panels\/","title":{"rendered":"PGYOB Power Stations \u2013 Connect Third Party Solar Panels\/Recommendations"},"content":{"rendered":"
This article is a quick guide on how to connect compatible solar panels to the Pgyob power stations.<\/p>\n
They currently have three models, the P200 200W\/102.4Wh<\/a>, the CN30C 300W\/296Wh<\/a>, and the P400 400W\/296Wh<\/a>.<\/p>\n Related Product: I recommend this 60W solar panel (click to view on Amazon)<\/a> that is compatible with all Pgyob power stations<\/strong><\/p>\n I’m going to tell you what you need to know to get started, and share some panel recommendations.<\/p>\n Please leave a comment if you have any questions.<\/p>\n\n The smallest P200 has a USB C PD input and includes a DC5521 to USB C adapter. It maxes out at 60W input and it’s the port used to charge the battery with solar panels.<\/p>\n The CN30C has an MPPT solar charge controller that can be charged with panels that have a working voltage of between 12-20V. According to PGYOB, a 100W panel can recharge it in 5-8 hours. The max input amperage is unknown, but it should be safe to use a 100W panel. The port used is a DC5521.<\/p>\n The P400 also has an MPPT solar charge controller and a DC5521 input. It also has a USB C PD input, but a DC5521 to USB C is not included. It has the same 12-20V limits and recharges in 5-8 with a 100W panel.<\/p>\n There are a couple of things that are important if you’re looking to recharge one of these power stations with solar.<\/p>\n Let’s get to some solar panel recommendations.<\/p>\n There are a lot of different panels, so I have divided them up in two categories. You can either buy a portable and foldable panel that includes a DC5521 connector, or a rigid panel more suitable for permanent installations. A rigid panel with MC4 connectors are going to require the MC4 to DC5521 adapter (click to view on Amazon)<\/a> to make the connection.<\/p>\n Depending on how you plan on using the panel, you might already know which type you’re looking for. It might make more sense when we look at the recommendations below.<\/p>\n Here are a couple of portable panels that include the DC5521 connector, which make them compatible with the Pgyob batteries right out of the box.<\/p>\n These panels use MC4 connectors and require use of the MC4 to DC5521 adapter (click to view on Amazon)<\/a>. Simply connect the MC4 connectors from the panel to the adapter.<\/p>\n You should always angle the panel so it faces the sun directly. It makes a huge difference.<\/p>\n Using the shortest possible extension cable is also a good idea, or not using one at all. The longer the cable is, the more power loss there will be.<\/p>\n No, their working voltage is above the 20V limit.<\/p>\n Please leave a comment if you have any questions.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Are you looking for a compatible solar panel that can recharge your PGYOB power station? Here are my recommendations along with everything you need to know. <\/p>\nPGYOB Power Station Specifications<\/span><\/h2>\n
What you need to know<\/h2>\n
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Solar panel recommendations<\/h2>\n
Portable and foldable panels<\/h3>\n
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Rigid panels<\/h3>\n
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How can I increase the charging speed with my panel?<\/h2>\n
Do 24V panels work with the PGYOB power stations?<\/h3>\n