This is the second kit I bought from Renogy and here on Amazon. You can't beat the value for the money. Easy to set up. As long as you watch a bunch of videos. The only complaint would be if you want to run this four panel system in a line across, or up and down, you have to buy extension cables. (sold separately) But of course you do.
If you want to hook them up in a big square, no problem. Ready to go right out of the box. I tried to call tech support about it but just can't get through. I get it, it costs money to answer stupid questions.
I have found that Renogy is sending out good quality and quickly. Where they are missing the boat, in my opinion, is that the kits are so good that frankly every home should have one for emergency power. And more. Would we pay a little bit more so that the cables we need are in the box? Of Course we would. Would we pay a little more to have someone at the other end of a phone for newbies trying to hook things up? Of course.
The easier and more user friendly all this solar stuff is just makes more people buy them. I can't tell you how many people stop by asking my my system. Always the same questions. I try and explain it and they mostly just walk away thinking its all so confusing. It isn't. About the time I mention what you need isn't in the kit box, you know ....ext cables, adaptors, inverters....they just start rolling their eyes.
Don't get me wrong, If I bought a little off grid cabin I would buy a big 8 panel kit in a heartbeat from Renogy, wouldn't even look at another company. But....and here is the big but......should I really have to spend all day trying to find videos on how to hook it all up? Would I pay a little more to have maybe a piece of paper showing me what to hook up where on the panels going this way or that? Would I like all the cables included in the kit that I might use in different configurations? I think you know the answer and I bet you would too.
| Brand | Renogy |
|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum |
| Product Dimensions | 9.37"L x 6.81"W x 2.85"H |
| Efficiency | High Efficiency |
| Connector Type | MC4 |
| Included Components | cable |
| AC Adapter Current | 40 Amps |
| Maximum Voltage | 32 Volts |
| Maximum Power | 100 Watts |
| Manufacturer | Renogy |
| Part Number | B06X1FV5N2 |
| Item Weight | 70.4 pounds |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
| Item model number | Renogy 400 Watt 12 Volt |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 400W Panel+MPPT 40A Controller |
| Color | 400W w/ 40A MPPT Controller |
| Style | Cables+Mounts |
| Pattern | Monocrystalline Starter Kit |
| Power Source | Solar Powered |
| Wattage | 100 watts |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | Short |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 5 years |
