The Sorein 400W Solar Panel comes with 4 feet of cable. Sorein keeps the cable short because of the high power output of the panels. If you want to place your solar panels further away, you'll need an MC4 to MC4 extension cable. It is important to ma

<p>The Sorein 400W Solar Panel comes with 4 feet of cable. Sorein keeps the cable short because of the high power output of the panels. If you want to place your solar panels further away, you&apos;ll need an MC4 to MC4 extension cable.</p><p>It is important to make sure the gauge of the extension cable is appropriate for the length of the extension. A long cord with light wire may reduce the power output or cause a dangerous condition.</p><h3 id="recommended-extension-cable-length-and-wire-gauge-awg-for-sorein-400w-solar-panel">Recommended extension cable length and wire gauge (AWG) for Sorein 400W Solar Panel</h3><table style="width: 100%;"><thead><tr><th>Extension cable length</th><th>Recommended minimum wire gauge (AWG)</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td style="width: 50.0000%;">4 feet or less</td><td style="width: 50.0000%;">14 AWG</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 50.0000%;">6 feet or less</td><td style="width: 50.0000%;">12 AWG</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 50.0000%;">10 feet or less</td><td style="width: 50.0000%;">10 AWG</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 50.0000%;">16 feet or less</td><td style="width: 50.0000%;">8 AWG</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 50.0000%;">24 feet or less</td><td style="width: 50.0000%;">6 AWG</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 50.0000%;">Longer than 24 feet</td><td style="width: 50.0000%;">(Not recommended)</td></tr></tbody></table><p><br></p>

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The Sorein 400W Solar Panel includes two MC4 cables which total about 4 feet of length. If you want a longer cable, you have two options:. Adapters are also sold separately. You can see all the AIR GEAR adapters here. More information about cable len

<p id="isPasted">The Sorein 400W Solar Panel includes two MC4 cables which total about 4 feet of length. If you want a longer cable, you have two options:</p><ol><li>An MC4-MC4 extension cable. These are readily available on Amazon, and fairly inexpensive. Look for at least 10AWG (10 gauge wire), for lengths up to 10 feet.</li><li>If you want a longer cable than 10 feet, you need heavier gauge wire. We suggest our <strong><a href="https://www.airgear.store/products/solar-panel-extension-cable-25-feet-with-anderson-connectors?_pos=1&amp;_sid=37c85f45c&amp;_ss=r">Solar panel extension cable, 8AWG, 25 ft</a>.&#xA0;</strong>Choose the option for &quot;Both XT60 and MC4 adapters&quot; so that the cable will be able to connect to your power station and the MC4 connectors on the solar panel.<strong>&#xA0;</strong></li></ol><p>Adapters are also sold separately. <a href="https://www.airgear.store/collections/electrical-adapters"><strong>You can see all the AIR GEAR adapters here.</strong></a></p><p><strong><a href="https://air-gear-help-center.gorgias.help/en-US/extension-cables-for-the-sorein-400w-solar-panel-5434924">More information about cable lengths and wire gauges is available in this Help Center article</a>.</strong></p><p><br></p>

Extension cable options for Sorein 400W Solar Panel

AIR GEAR currently offers two portable solar panel kits. The best one to choose depends on how your needs. If you have a Sorein Power Station, we recommend the Sorein 400 W Portable Solar Panel. This system is powerful, lightweight, easy to use, and

<p>AIR GEAR currently offers two portable solar panel kits. The best one to choose depends on how your needs.</p><h3 id="if-you-have-a-sorein-power-station">If you have a Sorein Power Station</h3><p>If you have a Sorein Power Station, we recommend the Sorein 400 W Portable Solar Panel. This system is powerful, lightweight, easy to use, and folds up into a carrying case. At 400 watts maximum power output, it&apos;s twice as powerful as the AIR GEAR 200W Portable Solar Kit. This is ideal for fast recharging of your Sorein Power Station.</p><p>Note that the Sorein Solar Panel does not include a charge controller, and it will routinely output more than 200W, so it cannot be connected to a factory-installed Solar Port on an Airstream or most other brands of RV.</p><h3 id="if-you-do-not-have-a-power-station">If you do not have a power station</h3><p>For charging through a trailer&apos;s Solar Port or 7-way cable, we recommend the AIR GEAR 200W Portable Solar Kit. This kit includes all the accessories needed to connect to a trailer with a factory-installed solar port, including a charge controller, 25-foot extension cable, and adapters. Like the Sorein panel, it folds up, includes a carrying case, and weighs under 20 pounds.</p><p>The Solar Port is limited to 200W maximum input, so the AIR GEAR&#xA0;Portable Solar Kit is sized to match.&#xA0;</p><h3 id="specifications-and-comparison">Specifications and comparison</h3><table style="width: 100%;" class="fr-table-selection-hover"><thead><tr><th><br></th><th>AIR GEAR 200W Portable Solar Kit</th><th>Sorein 400W Portable Solar Panel</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Maximum output</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">200 watts</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">400 watts</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Size (folded)</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">23 x 28 x 4 inches</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;"><span style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">24.4 x 38.7 x 1.4 inches</span></td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Size (unfolded)</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">68 x 28 x 1.5 inches</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;"><span style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">98.7 x 38.7 x 0.1 inches</span></td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Weight</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">19.6 lbs (with bag, charge controller, and cables)</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">19.8 lbs (with bag and adapter cable)</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Charge controller</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">20 amp MPPT</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">(not included)</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Solar panel connector</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Anderson SB-50</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">MC4</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Adapters included</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Three adapters: Anderson SB-50 to XT60, Anderson extension (25 feet long, 8 AWG), and Anderson SB-50 to Solar Port</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">One adapter: MC4 to XT60/Anderson PowerPole/ DC7907 (3-way adapter)&#xA0;</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Folding legs</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Yes</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Yes</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Panel type</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Mono PERC</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Monocrystalline Silicon</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Efficiency</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;"><br></td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">24%</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">IP rating</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">IP65</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">IP67</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Lamination type</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">ETFE</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">ETFE</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Max voltage</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">20.5V</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">31.23V</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 33.3333%;">Max current</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">9.75A</td><td style="width: 33.3333%;">12.81A</td></tr></tbody></table>

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