4.8W Solar Battery Charger

Designed to trickle charge 12V lead acid batteries with no additional running costs. Ideal for cars that will be left standing for long periods, as well as for maintaining batteries in caravans and boats.
The built-in blocking diode prevents reverse charging from the battery to the solar panel at night.

Features:

• Converts daylight into electricity to charge 12V batteries, extending battery life
• Ideal for batteries stored in caravans, boats and vehicles in long-term storage
• Suitable for trickle charging a wide range of batteries and power packs
• Amorphous solar panel charges even in cloudy and overcast weather
• Requires only daylight (not direct sunlight)
• Built in blocking diode to prevent reverse charging
• Pre-cut holes for easy mounting
• Supplied with battery clips and cigarette lighter plug
• Fully waterproof

Specifications:

• Peak power output: 4.8W
• Optimum working voltage: 17.5V
• Optimum working current: 260mA
• Size: 420 X 340 X 20 mm

Pack contents:

• 4.8W amorphous solar panel with 3m cable
• Connecting cable with battery clips
• Connecting cable with cigarette lighter adaptor
• 4 stainless steel mounting screws

FAQ

Q) My neighbour has a car that he hardly uses - I think his battery is pretty standard, say 35 to 40 amph. Will this device help keep his battery charged? Can it be left connected?
A) Yes, this will keep it charged. It can be left connected as it will not overcharge a battery like the one you stated.

Q) Is this suitable for permanent connection when a caravan is on site and the battery is in use?
A) Yes.

Q) would i need a charge controller if this panel was connected to a small battery 4.2Ah and left charging over the winter without being checked all winter? and how long for this panel to fully charge 4.2Ah battery from flat?
A) In this case a charge controller is recommended. The time required to charge is approximately ten hours.

Q) Does this require a charge controller for trickle charging 12v car batteries (3x85ah)?
A) No it does not require a charge controller for such large batteries.

Q) Would this charger be suitable for a 70 A/h leisure Battery? Could it be left for weeks unattended?
A) On this size battery a 10w panel is required for a maintenance charge (left on for ever) and for a full charge (regulator required) a 100w panel.