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The Go Power! 215W OBSIDIAN™ Series 9 Solar Kit pairs a premium, 0.6-inch-thin 215W monocrystalline panel made in Canada with the PowerTrak™ MPPT charge controller — the rooftop system Go Power! supplies for PowerTrak™-equipped coaches. Nine-bus-bar cells and tempered anti-reflective glass deliver more watts per square foot than standard panels; the MPPT controller converts the panel's higher voltage into 15–30% more charge current and reports to the PowerTrak™ display over RV-C. About 53Ah a day to a 12V bank. 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.
Why OBSIDIAN™
The frame is a fraction of the height of a conventional panel, so it sits almost flush with the roof: less drag, less wind noise, and a clean look on vans and fifth wheels. Bypass diodes in the low-profile junction box limit the loss when part of the panel is shaded, and the anodized black frame resists corrosion on the road.
MPPT and PowerTrak™
The included MPPT controller is the one PowerTrak™ coaches use: it tracks the panel's maximum power point, supports lithium, AGM, gel and flooded profiles, and shows solar, battery and system data on the PowerTrak™ touchscreen. Add the KIT1053 expansion kit to grow the array.
FEATURES
- 215W OBSIDIAN™ Series 9 monocrystalline panel — 9-bus-bar cells, tempered anti-reflective glass.
- 0.6 in low-profile anodized aluminum frame — aerodynamic, nearly flush to the roof.
- PowerTrak™ MPPT charge controller — lithium/AGM/gel/flooded, RV-C reporting to PowerTrak™ displays.
- ≈ 53Ah per day into a 12V battery.
- Low-profile junction box with bypass diodes; pre-installed MC4 connectors.
- Mounting hardware included; expandable with the KIT1053 expansion kit.
- Made in Canada.
- 25-year panel power-output warranty, 5-year controller warranty, North American support team (part of Dometic).
WHAT IT RUNS
What 215W of solar puts back each day: about 0.7 kWh, or ≈ 53Ah 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 ≈ 66Ah. Compare that with what your gear draws:
| Typical 12V camping day | Daily draw | 215W 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 | Covered daily |
| 12V compressor fridge alone, 24 h | ≈ 50Ah/day | Covered daily |
| Fridge camp: basics + 12V compressor fridge | ≈ 75Ah/day | ≈ 71% — add ≈ 100W or run a generator/shore day |
| Fridge camp + furnace blower (4 h, cold nights) | ≈ 100Ah/day | ≈ 53% — add ≈ 200W or run a generator/shore day |
| Full comfort: fridge, furnace, CPAP, TV through inverter | ≈ 140Ah/day | ≈ 38% — add ≈ 400W 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
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| Kit Part Number | KIT1052 |
|---|---|
| Panel Wattage | 215 W monocrystalline, 9-bus bar |
| Max Power Voltage (Vmp) | 20.5 V |
| Max Power Current (Imp) | 10.3 A |
| Open-Circuit Voltage (Voc) | 24.2 V |
| Short-Circuit Current (Isc) | 10.8 A |
| Max System Voltage | 300 V |
| Controller | PowerTrak™ MPPT, RV-C |
| Battery Profiles | Lithium, AGM, Gel, Flooded |
| Typical Daily Harvest | ≈ 0.7 kWh / 53 Ah |
| Connectors | MC4, pre-installed |
| Panel Dimensions | 62.2 × 28.1 × 0.6 in |
| Panel Weight | 26.6 lb |
| Frame | Anodized aluminum, OBSIDIAN™ low profile |
| Origin | Made in Canada |
| 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 | 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 (this 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
Go Power! 215W OBSIDIAN™ Series 9 Solar Panel Expansion Kit$315.99 USDView$395.00 USD
Go Power! MC4 Branch Connector Kit for 2 Panels in Parallel – 1M2F + 1F2M Pair (SC-BC-1-2-Kit)$14.99 USDView$19.99 USD
Go Power! MC4 Solar Extension Cable – Male to Female, 1 ft to 50 ft (Sold Individually)From $3.99 USDView
FAQ
What can a 215W solar kit run?
About 53Ah a day: a 12V compressor fridge on an average day, or lights, fans, pump, CPAP and device charging with margin. Add the KIT1053 expansion panel for fridge-plus-everything and furnace days.
What is a 9-bus-bar panel?
Bus bars are the conductors that collect current from each cell. Nine thin bus bars instead of the usual four or five shorten the path electrons travel, cutting resistance losses and improving output when part of a cell is shaded or cracked. The result is more watts from the same roof area.
Does it work with my PowerTrak™ display?
Yes. The controller reports solar and battery data over RV-C, so a PowerTrak™ touchscreen shows it alongside the inverter and batteries. It also works without a display, using its own status indicators.
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.