Renogy Solar Panels 200 Watt 12V, Flexible Solar Panel 200W 22% High-Efficiency, 240° Ultra Lightweight Solar Panels for Marine RV Cabin Van Car Boat Camping Curve Surfaces

I've been using two of the Renogy 100 watt flexible solar panels for about 3 years with our van. I mounted them to 1/8" plywood and deploy them whenever we're camped. They've worked great, and I've seen as high as 175 watt output in right conditions. I have a 25 foot cable, and like being able to park in the shade and put the panels in the sun as opposed to having them on the van roof. These are very durable and should last for many years.

Bough two of these flexible solar panels. I use them to charge 12 volt deep cycle batteries and power 12 volt LED lights on my barn. They work great. Plenty of power for my LED lights. I have two deep cycle batteries that normally last up to 6 days powering my 12 LED light in a large barn. My solar panels are permanently installed on a post outside of my barn at the proper angle for my area of the country. Only draw back is that they have to be cleaned periodically - lot of corn and soybeans farmers near me and the dust has to be wiped off. Also have to make sure snow is removed in the winter time.

The panels perform well seem durable and are flexible. I’m very pleased with them. They fit the bill for my application. Small amounts of shade do not seem to significantly impact the panels’ output, unlike some i’ve used. I needed low-profile flexible panels to fit on my truck’s topper, between the roof racks. The size of the panels are a perfect fit, and allow 2 to be installed on my roof. I wanted the installation to be easily removable, but to also easily handle highway speeds without me worrying about panels flying off. Utilizing the grommets on the panels allowed me to use M6 tee nuts and M6 machine screws and 1” M6 threaded plastic knobs to hold the panels in place. The grommet placement on the 2 panels I received were identical. I fit the machine screws through holes drilled in the topper. The screws (and large washers) are on the inside of the topper, with the tee nuts on the outside. The screws and nuts are snugly tightened, which allows the plastic knobs to be loosened and tightened without someone inside the topper holding a screwdriver to keep the screws from loosening. I used RTV to seal the holes, which also helps hold the screws and nuts in place without turning. I’ve used similar combos on truck toppers for 30+ years and have never had water leaks. I also attached heavy duty velcro around the edges of the panels, and attached velcro to the topper. The velcro alone holds the panels very well, but I wanted more security for highway speeds, hence the tee nuts and machine screws. I also put a “carbon fiber” looking vinyl wrap on the topper where the panels fit, for abrasion protection. Insulation can be placed under the panels to insulate the topper from the panels, which can get hot. 5 mm foam insulation is what I use.

Not as flexible as you’d think, the eyelit rivits aren’t very high quality and have came loose over time but the panel seems to work great. Using to charge a 35ah AGM battery for powering a tongue jack on the camper. Mounted to the gas generator cover, which is rounded. Panel bows slightly due to location but otherwise secure.

The Renogy Solar Panel 200W 12V Lightweight Monocrystalline Ultra-Flexible Bendable panel is a game-changer for solar enthusiasts. Its unique flexibility allows for creative installations on various surfaces, making it perfect for RVs, boats, and even curved roofs. The panel's high efficiency and durability ensure optimal energy output, even in low-light conditions. The lightweight design simplifies installation and transportation, making it an ideal choice for portable solar power solutions. Whether you're a seasoned solar expert or a DIY enthusiast, the Renogy flexible solar panel offers a versatile and reliable solution to meet your energy needs.

I originally had rigid solar panels mounted on the dormers of my folding travel trailer. The rigid panels are much heavier than the flexible panels and required a gap above the roof. The rigid panels made it hard to lift the dormers, due to the extra weight, when setting up the RV and increased wind resistance while pulling the trailer. The flexible panels mount flat to the roof, so no increased wind resistance, they are lightweight and have no effect when lifting the dormers into place. These work exactly the same as the rigid panels (also Renogy brand, - 100W) but are much lighter and less intrusive.

We ordered two of these panels, one installed just fine and works great! Then they sent me a damaged solar panel, please be careful. We could tell by the taped box that it was a returned item.

These are really great panels. But based on prior purchases I wouldn’t expect more than 6 years of life glued down to the roof of an RV.