{"product_id":"dokio-150w-foldable-portable-solar-panel-kit-12v-battery-charging-pwm-controller-usb-ports","title":"DOKIO 150W Foldable Portable Solar Panel Kit — 12V Battery Charging, PWM Controller, USB Ports","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eDOKIO's 150W Portable Foldable Solar Panel Kit is a compact, lightweight solar charging solution designed to recharge 12V batteries and power small USB devices while on the move.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nThis foldable solar kit combines a high-capacity 150W panel with a separate PWM charge controller and a long 9.85 ft cable to give RVers, vanlifers, campers, and emergency preppers a flexible, safer way to harvest sunlight. It packs down small for storage, connects to a 12V battery for steady output, and includes USB ports for charging phones and accessories.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow easy is it to carry and set up this 150W panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe panel folds to a compact footprint and weighs only 7.3 lb, so one person can move it between the campsite and vehicle without strain. Setup is intentionally simple: unfold, orient toward the sun, and run the included cable to the controller or battery.\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFolds to 20 × 21 × 1.1 inches for tight storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLight 7.3 lb construction for single-person transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick hook-and-connect design — no permanent mounting required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat protection does the kit provide for charging 12V batteries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThis kit includes a standalone PWM charge controller that isolates the electronics from the panel, reducing heat exposure and simplifying replacement or upgrades. The controller protects against common faults like reverse polarity, overcharge, overload, and short-circuit to help preserve battery life and reduce risk.\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeparate PWM controller for cooler, safer operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in safeguards: reverse polarity, overcharge, overload, short-circuit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eController can be swapped out for a higher-end MPPT unit if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the 150W panel always deliver 150W to my power station?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nReal-world output depends on conditions and the device you connect to. Some power stations limit the solar input to 60–100W; the panel can produce more, but the station will accept only up to its internal cap. This behavior is normal—check your power station’s solar input rating before assuming a fault.\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePanel peak: 150W under ideal sun and angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower station limiters may reduce accepted input to 60–100W.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClouds, angle, and shading also affect actual wattage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I charge small devices directly from the kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nYes — when the panel is connected to a 12V battery, the kit’s USB outputs supply stable current for phones, lights, and other small electronics. If you use USB without a battery, the ports can still deliver power in direct sunlight, though the current may vary with irradiance and panel temperature.\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUSB ports work with a connected 12V battery for steady charging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUSB can function in sunlight without a battery, but output fluctuates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for phones, small lights, GPS units, and USB accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\nWho is this for\n\nThe DOKIO 150W Portable Foldable Solar Panel Kit is aimed at outdoor enthusiasts and anyone needing a transportable solar charger: weekend campers, road-trippers with vans or RVs, tent campers wanting lightweight power, and households seeking an emergency backup option. It suits users who want a balance of high panel capacity, portability, and a separate controller for safer, upgradeable solar charging.\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use this panel without a battery?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. USB ports may supply power directly in strong sunlight, but output can fluctuate without a connected 12V battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the included controller replaceable with MPPT?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The kit uses a separate PWM controller that can be swapped for an MPPT unit for better efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DOKIO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56801670693204,"sku":"B07WX6L3V6","price":165.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/dokio-150w-panel-front-folded.jpg?v=1786746458","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/dokio-150w-foldable-portable-solar-panel-kit-12v-battery-charging-pwm-controller-usb-ports","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}