Solaria Power XT 400

[mustangbob]

Newbie here with head spinning from all the information out there. I'm down to the wire and need to get some things going. What are your thoughts on the Solaria Power XT 400 watt panel for a van installation. It sure seems to be a good way to go but I concerned about finding one.

 

[snoobler]

They're a solar panel. Pick one that makes the most sense for you.

Personally, I wouldn't consider that panel. Their "pure black" is touted for enhancing the appearance. To me, more black = more heat = less performance.

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fa44724b1ca66220ca21c60/t/60393363bb4ac64430489731/1614361444836/Datasheet_PowerXT_Resi-400PM.pdf

It does appear to be a 72 cell panel with 4 bypass diodes, meaning it's probably more shade tolerant than average.