{"product_id":"natures-generator-folding-400w-solar-panel","title":"Nature's Generator Folding 400W Solar Panel, Monocrystalline, with Steel Stands","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nature's Generator Folding 400W Solar Panel is a monocrystalline panel at 23% efficiency with built-in steel stands and an IP67 rating. It folds to 38.3\" × 24\" × 3.4\" at 17 lbs and pairs with the Nature's Generator L3600 and L6000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharge time per station\u003c\/strong\u003e (RPC estimate, full sun, panel at 75% of rating, about 300W each):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCapacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e1 × 400W\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e2 × 400W\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL3600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,072Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 10 hrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 5 hrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL6000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,840Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 13 hrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 6.5 hrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach panel is 39.77V open-circuit. On the L6000, connect one panel per solar input; two in series would exceed its 60V limit. On the L3600, two in series reach 79.5V, right at its limit of about 80V, so ask us before running two in series in freezing weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize it for your own setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e pick your appliances, days off-grid and solar in the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/power-station-calculator\" title=\"RPC Power Calculator\"\u003eRPC Power Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e, and it shows the in-stock stations and kits that fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel stands set the angle, and a storage pocket keeps the MC4 leads and junction box tidy. The panel has a fixed 150cm (4 ft 11 in) 12AWG MC4 lead. To reach an L3600 or L6000, Nature's Generator pairs it with its MC4 to Anderson 50 ft solar panel cable, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Portable solar for L3600 and L6000 systems • RV and campsite charging • Storm prep you can store in a closet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot the best fit if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you want a permanent array. For roof or ground mounting, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/natures-generator-440w-bifacial-solar-panels-2-pack\"\u003e440W bifacial panels\u003c\/a\u003e. For a lighter panel, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/natures-generator-folding-200w-solar-panel\"\u003e200W folding panel\u003c\/a\u003e (13.2 lbs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/natures-generator-l6000-expandable-power-station\"\u003eL6000 power station\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"\/products\/natures-generator-l3600-expandable-power-station\"\u003eL3600 power station\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"\/products\/natures-generator-lithium-6000-power-pod\"\u003eL6000 Power Pod\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"\/products\/natures-generator-l6000-expandable-solar-generator\"\u003eL6000 solar generator kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much power does a 400W panel really make?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 300W in full midday sun angled at the sun, and roughly 1.5kWh over a good solar day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many can I connect to an L6000?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne per solar input, so two on one L6000. Two in series would exceed its 60V input limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it waterproof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's rated IP67 for rain and spray. Keep the connectors out of standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich cable do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe panel has a fixed 150cm (4 ft 11 in) MC4 lead. Nature's Generator lists its MC4 to Anderson 50 ft solar panel cable to connect it to a station, plus MC4 extension and branch cables for longer runs or two panels. All are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY RPC?\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Nature's Generator product shipped directly by Nature's Generator, see our sourcing documentation \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reservepowerco.com\/pages\/product-authenticity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. Free shipping to the contiguous U.S. Price match guaranteed. Backed by Nature's Generator's 12-month manufacturer warranty, with U.S.-based support from Nature's Generator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a genuine Nature's Generator product, supplied to Reserve Power Co. directly by Nature's Generator Inc. as an authorized Nature's Generator reseller. Shipped new in original manufacturer packaging with full manufacturer documentation. Verify our sourcing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reservepowerco.com\/pages\/product-authenticity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated power: 400W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCell type: monocrystalline, 23% efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoc 39.77V, Vmp 34.41V, Imp 11.7A, Isc 12.21A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnector: MC4 with fixed 150cm (4 ft 11 in) 12AWG lead; IP67\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolded: 38.3\" × 24\" × 3.4\"; unfolded: 97\" × 38.3\" × 1.4\"; weight: 17 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating temperature: -4°F to 140°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: panel with built-in steel stands; MC4 to Anderson station cable sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications shown are the manufacturer's published figures for this model. Product photography is supplied by the manufacturer and used with permission as an authorized dealer. Charge-time estimates are Reserve Power Co.'s own, using panels at 75% of rated output in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature's Generator","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67896239816989,"sku":"NG400FPNL","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/8330\/8829\/files\/400W_Folding_Solar_Panel_1500x1500_3270e2ce-258c-4e0b-8ba7-3fe9abaee196.png?v=1793212294","url":"https:\/\/reservepowerco.com\/products\/natures-generator-folding-400w-solar-panel","provider":"Reserve Power Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}