PRODUCT DETAILS
The Go Power! 80W Eco Solar Kit is a complete rooftop solar system for a single-battery RV, camper or trailer: an 80W monocrystalline panel, a 10A PWM charge controller with lithium, AGM, gel and flooded profiles, MC4 wiring and mounting hardware. It puts about 20Ah a day back into a 12V battery — enough to run lights, fans, a water pump and device charging indefinitely on weekend trips, and to keep a stored battery full. 25-year panel warranty, 5-year controller warranty and a North American support team (part of Dometic).
Built to the standard RV manufacturers install
Go Power! has designed mobile power since 1996 and is the solar brand fitted at the factory by Jayco, Forest River, Thor and other leading RV builders. The panels, controllers, cabling and mounting feet in this kit are the same parts those plants install on solar-equipped coaches, so the kit matches factory wiring and the Go Power! systems already on the road. Part of Dometic.
Right-sized for one battery
Matching 80W of solar to a 75–100Ah battery means the bank recovers from an overnight draw by early afternoon. The controller's three-stage charge and temperature compensation keep a lead-acid battery from sulfating in storage, and the lithium profile is ready when you upgrade.
Everything in one box
Panel, controller, MC4 wiring, mounting feet, hardware and instructions. A standard rooftop installation takes an afternoon with a drill and a tube of sealant. Need more? The same wiring accepts a second panel with an MC4 branch connector, or step up to the 200W Overlander Kit for a 30A Bluetooth controller and fridge-ready output.
Further reading: What an 80W solar kit actually runs on a weekend — a day-by-day battery budget.
FEATURES
- 80W monocrystalline panel — 17.5V rated, 21.0V open circuit, clear anodized aluminum frame.
- 10A PWM controller (GP-SB-PWM-10) — LCD, lithium/AGM/gel/flooded profiles, flush or surface mount.
- ≈ 20Ah per day into a 12V battery on a typical flat-mounted day.
- MC4 wiring, mounting feet and hardware included; expandable with an MC4 branch connector.
- Compact 30.3 × 26.8 in panel, 15.4 lb — fits small roofs.
- 25-year panel power-output warranty, 5-year controller warranty, North American support team (part of Dometic).
- Outlet pricing — brand new, limited quantities.
WHAT IT RUNS
What 80W of solar puts back each day: about 0.3 kWh, or ≈ 20Ah into a 12V battery on a typical flat-mounted day (4.5 peak-sun hours at ~70% of nameplate). Tilted or in strong summer sun, expect up to ≈ 25Ah. Compare that with what your gear draws:
| Typical 12V camping day | Daily draw | 80W of solar |
|---|---|---|
| Storage: parasitic draws of a parked RV | ≈ 4Ah/day | Covered daily |
| Weekend basics: LED lights, vent fan, water pump, phone & laptop charging | ≈ 25Ah/day | ≈ 79% — covered when tilted or in summer |
| 12V compressor fridge alone, 24 h | ≈ 50Ah/day | ≈ 39% — add ≈ 150W or run a generator/shore day |
| Fridge camp: basics + 12V compressor fridge | ≈ 75Ah/day | ≈ 26% — add ≈ 250W or run a generator/shore day |
| Fridge camp + furnace blower (4 h, cold nights) | ≈ 100Ah/day | ≈ 20% — add ≈ 350W or run a generator/shore day |
| Full comfort: fridge, furnace, CPAP, TV through inverter | ≈ 140Ah/day | ≈ 14% — add ≈ 500W or run a generator/shore day |
Rule of thumb: match panel watts to battery amp-hours (100W per 100Ah) for a bank that recovers from an overnight draw by mid-afternoon. A lithium battery accepts the full charge current; a lead-acid bank should not be discharged below 50%.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Kit Part Number | 83298 |
|---|---|
| Panel Wattage | 80 W monocrystalline |
| Rated Voltage / Current | 17.5 V / 5.47 A |
| Open-Circuit Voltage | 21.0 V |
| Controller | GP-SB-PWM-10, 10 A PWM, 12 V, LCD |
| Battery Profiles | Lithium, AGM, Gel, Flooded |
| Max Array on Controller | 200 W @ 12 V |
| Typical Daily Harvest | ≈ 0.25 kWh / 20 Ah |
| Connectors | MC4 |
| Panel Dimensions | 30.31 × 26.77 × 1.1 in (760 × 670 × 30 mm) |
| Panel Weight | 15.4 lb (7 kg) |
| Frame | Clear anodized aluminum |
| Certifications | CE |
| Panel Warranty | 25 years limited power output |
| Controller Warranty | 5 years |
COMPARE MODELS
| Kit | Panel | Controller | Typical daily harvest* | Runs | Expandable | Warranty | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80W Eco Kit (this kit) | 80W | 10A PWM | ≈ 20Ah | 1 battery, lights & fans | Yes, with MC4 branch | 25 yr panel / 5 yr controller | First solar on a small trailer or camper |
| 80W Universal MPPT Kit | 80W | 15A MPPT (IP68) | ≈ 20Ah | Gates, pumps, UTVs, sheds | — | 25 yr panel / 5 yr controller | Off-grid equipment, exposed mounting |
| 200W Overlander Kit | 200W | 30A PWM + Bluetooth | ≈ 49Ah | 12V fridge on an average day; 100Ah lithium | Yes — to 600W | 25 yr panel / 5 yr controller | Most RVs: complete starter system |
| 200W Overlander Expansion | 200W | Uses existing | + ≈ 49Ah | Adds a second fridge-day of charge | Plug-in via MC4 branch | 25 yr panel | Add to a factory Go Power! system |
| 400W Overlander Kit | 400W | 30A PWM + Bluetooth | ≈ 98Ah | Fridge, lights, fans, CPAP, inverter use | Yes — to 600W | 25 yr panel / 5 yr controller | Full-time and extended dry camping |
| 190W OBSIDIAN™ Kit | 190W | PowerTrak™ MPPT | ≈ 47Ah | 12V fridge on an average day; 100Ah lithium | Yes (KIT1057) | 25 yr panel / 5 yr controller | Low-profile premium panel, PowerTrak™ coaches |
| 215W OBSIDIAN™ Kit | 215W | PowerTrak™ MPPT | ≈ 53Ah | 12V fridge + lights most days; 100–200Ah lithium | Yes (KIT1053) | 25 yr panel / 5 yr controller | Highest output per panel, PowerTrak™ coaches |
| 190W OBSIDIAN™ Expansion | 190W | Uses existing | + ≈ 47Ah | Adds a fridge-day of charge | Plug-in via MC4 | 25 yr panel | Expand an OBSIDIAN™ or MPPT system |
| 80W Module (panel only) | 80W | None | ≈ 20Ah | Replacement or add-on panel | Yes | 25 yr panel | Fleet/replacement panel |
*Daily harvest assumes 4.5 peak-sun hours at about 70% of nameplate on a flat-mounted panel, at 12.8V. Tilting a panel toward the sun adds 20–30% in spring and fall.
MANUALS, SAFETY INFORMATION AND DOWNLOADS
ACCESSORIES
FAQ
What can an 80W solar kit run?
About 20Ah a day (25Ah tilted): LED lights, a roof fan, water pump, phone and laptop charging and the parasitic draws of a trailer, indefinitely. It will not keep up with a 12V compressor fridge (45–60Ah a day) on its own — for that, start with 200W.
Which battery does it suit?
One 75–100Ah battery, lead-acid or lithium. The 10A controller's selectable profile handles either.
How much solar does my RV need?
Start with 100W of panel per 100Ah of battery. A single 100Ah lithium battery running a 12V fridge, lights and fans uses about 50–70Ah a day, which 200W replaces on an average day; 400W covers that with margin for cloudy weather, a CPAP or inverter use. A weekend trailer with one lead-acid battery and no fridge is well served by 80–100W.
Can I expand this kit later?
Yes. Go Power! kits use MC4 connectors and branch connectors so a second panel plugs into the first; the controller rating sets the ceiling. A 30A PWM controller handles up to 600W of 12V panels; a 10A controller handles 200W. Expansion kits are listed under Accessories.
Will it charge lithium batteries?
Yes. The included controller has a selectable lithium (LiFePO4) profile as well as AGM, gel and flooded settings. Set the battery type once at installation.
Flat mount or tilt?
Flat is what RV manufacturers do and it is fine for most owners: simplest, lowest drag, no wind loading. Tilting toward the sun adds 20–30% in spring and fall; the adjustable tilt mount kit under Accessories makes that optional.
Does shade matter?
Yes — a shadow on one cell can cut a panel's output by half or more. Mount away from the air conditioner shroud, antennas and vents, and park with the panels clear of trees when you can.
Is Go Power! the solar installed in my RV from the factory?
Very likely, if your coach is a Jayco, Forest River, Thor or many other brands. Go Power! has supplied RV manufacturers since 1996, so this kit uses the same panels, controllers and connectors as factory solar-prep and solar-equipped coaches.
What's the warranty?
Go Power! rigid panels carry a 25-year limited power-output warranty and Go Power! controllers a 5-year warranty, backed by a North American support team (part of Dometic). Register the product after purchase.