100 watt solar panel 16BB N-Type

Nice. Solid hefty but not too heavy. Could use a handle. I'll be making folding panels out of sets of these in two or three using three inch flat hinges also known as flush hinges and one or two kayak handles. I'm also going to be cutting off those gargantuan connectors and hardwiring a minimalist cabling terminating in a single Anderson type plug running through the sides of the aluminum frame through a rubber grommet. This style of folding panel retains the durability of a rigid panel but adds sufficient mass that they won't blow around in 20 mph wind. Adding stick on child protection corners over the existing hard plastic ones will provide extra cushion at the contact points. I also noted that My first panel had much better solder joints at the main bus bars than the one that I was forced to return from another brand. You should check this because bad solder joints provide a point of failure that may not show up immediately.

This solar panel is comparable to others I have that were priced significantly higher. It has a similar output and as good or better construction quality at a very fair price.

This one outperformed its rating! Rated at 100W and I was able to get almost 125W!!!! WOW!!!Test was conducted around 1PM in cool weather with direct sunlight. Tester is the Elejoy 400W Solar Panel tester in MPPT mode. I was able to get 5A, 25.2V. That's really good!!The frame is nice and solid, durable. The panel doesn't flex being good and rigid.

Haven't acquired many panels in the last 2 years, but at 106 and 97 watts, this is the only one that ever got this close to its rated output. It was on a cold February day around noon where the sun broke free of some wispy cloud cover. A re-test today showed somewhat lower at 83 watts with the sun slightly masked. But still very good!I think we're starting to see better for our $1 per watt.

I have been using the N-Type 16BB 100 Watt Solar Panel to power a lithium battery that runs the pump for my backyard water feature, and it performs as expected for its specifications. On a sunny day, the panel generally produces 75-85 watts, which aligns with typical output given factors like temperature, angle, and atmospheric conditions. On cloudy days, the output decreases significantly, usually in the range of 10-50 watts, depending on the cloud cover. Even with these variations, it provides enough power to keep the pump running for 6-8 hours daily, with some reserve charge on clear days.The build quality is solid. The monocrystalline cells are protected by tempered glass, and the aluminum frame feels sturdy without being overly heavy. The panel has handled rain without any noticeable issues, and the IP68 waterproof rating appears to be reliable. The junction box and connectors seem well-designed for outdoor use, and the MC4 connectors fit securely with my cables. The pre-drilled holes made it easy to mount, and I adjusted the angle slightly to improve exposure and allow water to run off.This panel integrates effectively into my system. It charges the battery efficiently and provides enough power to maintain the pump operation throughout the day, even during periods of lower sunlight. During peak sunlight hours, it performs consistently, though it doesn reach the full 100-watt output, which is typical for solar panels in real-world conditions. This panel works well for a small off-grid system and appears durable enough for long-term use. If you are considering it, plan your energy needs based on the realistic output rather than the maximum rating.