Description
The Renogy 100W Solar Starter Kit is easy for you to install, and is the most economical choice for solar beginners. This Renogy Solar Kit includes all of the equipment necessary for building a new system: a solar panel, a charge controller, as well as electrical wiring and Z-brackets, making it an ideal choice for both off-grid and mobile solar power applications. This Starter Kit will produce an average of 500Wh of electricity per day (Based on 5 hours of direct sunlight conditions). The 100W solar panel doesn’t take up much roof space, but its energy can offset some small loads. With the Wanderer Li 30A PWM Charge Controller, the kit can meet your further power needs by adding more of the same solar panels to expand up to 400W. The Starter Kit can build a reliable and environmentally friendly power supply, perfect for RVs, campers, boats, sheds, and cabins. It can also be installed as a power supply for outdoor appliances and emergencies, and as a stand-alone power system.
Matt –
I purchased this about 3 weeks ago. Promised delivery time was a joke. Was several days late. This could be from the Covil-19 mess.Package arrived with minor damage to aluminum frame on the panel. I was able to correct bend with my own tools.
The product seems to be of good quality. Im using it to charge and maintain two 6 volt large capacity golf cart batteries wired in series on my travel trailer to equal total 12 volts. I found that some smaller watt panels cantreally keep it up when using lights, refrigerator, and stereo. This 100 watt panel has it up to float in less than 24 hours after attachment. I really like the charge controller. Its nice to be able to tell how much voltage is coming from the panel and at what stage the charging operation is in.
I did try to call Renogy customer service on the phone number listed on the materials in the box. Phone number not working and they werent answering email to customer service either. I was able to get a service ticket through on their website which they answered after a couple of days.
Ill be seriously testing this system off grid in the next months and may add to this review detailing results.
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I purchased the 100 Watt starter kit for my shed. I wanted to utilized the shed for my projects but need power. The help videos were great to watch and learn how solar works and the potential to harness this free energy. Did I mention I am in a wheelchair? My wife and I worked to install this kit and took our time. Once we had the pole anchored for the solar panel, we ran conduit under ground for the cable from the solar panel to protect it. Than I drilled a hole through the shed wall and connected all the solar cables and battery according to directions to solar charger and we had lights. My wife and I installed this kit and are very happy.
Joh –
I found what I needed and the price was good. The ordering process was easy and th goods were delivered a day early. Only problem was the controller had something rattling around inside. I wasnt able to remove the cover but I did raise it enough to dump out a tiny screw and a couple of tiny bits of plastic. This unit was very well packaged so I expect it came from the fact that way. Ill contact them to see what they say.
Scott –
Very pleased with quality, ease of installation, and end results. This was an upgrade from my old harbor freight (poly 45watt)…I live off grid and I have noticed a remarkable change in power input…still need the ole genny to charge up every few days, but very pleased with the power and quality provided…i will be purchasing additional renogy panels
Jorin –
I bought the 100w starter package with the Wanderer 30A PWM charge controller and am very happy with it. I was pleased to see the quality cables and accessories that it came with to complete the installation. I installed it all on my new camper in less than an hour and am pleased with the results. No more dead batteries due to flea power on the radio, natural drop, etc. I just check the batteries every few months to maintain their water level and let the solar system do its job. I am happy enough I just ordered 2 more panels to make a total of 300w system rating and will use my new inverter more too now.
Thank you for a quality setup that performs as is rated let alone for a decent price.
Alan J –
Everything about the install when as described. The panel has been performing as expected. It has been a good experience for me to learn about solar through this setup. I recently ordered the Bluetooth module (BT-1) because I became more interested in better monitoring and understanding the performance of the system.
Shannon H. –
My Renogy Solar Starter kit was easy to set up, I’m not tech. SAAVY. Instructions were clear, easy to follow. Works great! Powers my CPAP, cell, lantern, fit bit. Satisfied!
Harold –
I like that being a middleman Walmart was able to get it to me for $143. Another thing that I liked was that it shipped from Ontario California in only about 4 days. It’s a very easy setup to wire, but make sure of your polarities when you connect it to the Wanderer. Another thing I liked was that Renogy got back to me the same day I had a question.
Cody –
I have 7 of these. I am very satisfied with them. I highly recomend
robert –
Everything was there, Worked GREAT, I will buy more.