The FlexoSun 260W is Flexopower's expedition-grade TOPCon solar panel — the highest-output panel in the new-generation FlexoSun range. 260W of field-proven output in a rugged four-panel fold design that packs to 700 × 610 × 60mm. Connects directly to any Flexopower power station via a FlexoLink extension cable — no separate charge controller required.
Panel in the sun. Park in the shade.
Why TOPCon Solar Cell Technology
TOPCon — Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact — is the current leading generation of monocrystalline solar cell technology. Cell efficiency of 25.8% or higher means more power output per square metre than conventional PERC or shingled cells. The 16 busbars per cell reduce resistive losses and improve performance under real-world conditions including partial cloud and low light. TOPCon cells also demonstrate better temperature coefficient performance — they lose less output as the panel heats up in African sun.
The FlexoSun 260W uses 182.5 × 182.5mm TOPCon shingled cells — combining the high efficiency of TOPCon architecture with the partial shade resilience of shingled cell configuration.
IP67 Waterproofing
The FlexoSun 260W carries an IP67 rating — fully dustproof and waterproof to submersion at 1 metre for 30 minutes. Rain, dust, river crossings, condensation and field conditions that would compromise lesser panels are within the FlexoSun 260W's design parameters.
Key Features
- TOPCon shingled solar cell technology — ≥25.8% cell efficiency, 16BB, 182.5 × 182.5mm cells
- IP67 rated — fully dustproof and waterproof. Built for real field conditions
- Four-panel fold design — packs to 700 × 610 × 60mm. Fits in a trailer nose cone, behind a rear seat or strapped to a roof rack
- Anderson SB50 50A connector — red/black 4mm2 cable, genuine Anderson connector
- Collapsible aluminium legs — angle the panel at 45° for improved harvest in winter and low sun
- Eyelet mounting points — secure the panel to a vehicle, roof rack or ground using pegs or rope
- 5-year warranty — the longest warranty in the Flexopower solar panel range
- Free delivery within South Africa
Best For
- Extended overlanding and expedition travel — 5 days and beyond with full camp loads
- Running fridge, comms, lighting and device charging simultaneously from a single panel
- Lithium700, Lithium1200 and Lithium2400 system builds requiring maximum solar input
- Park in the shade, panel in the sun strategy
- Buyers stepping up from legacy Namib240 to current-generation TOPCon technology
- Ambassador Christoff Eilerd's panel of choice — Get Out, GO! on YouTube and television
How to Use It
Park in the shade. Put the panel in the sun. Connect the FlexoSun 260W directly to your Flexopower power station or charge controller/deep cycle battery via a FlexoLink extension cable.
Technical Specifications
Rated output: 260W
Cell technology: TOPCon shingled monocrystalline — ≥25.8% efficiency
Open circuit voltage (Voc): 25.2V
Max operating voltage (Vmp): 22.3V
Short circuit current (Isc): 12.22A
Operating current (Imp): 11.6A
Max system voltage: 100V
IP rating: IP67
Output tolerance: ±5%
Dimensions deployed: 2,632 × 610 × 3mm
Dimensions folded: 700 × 610 × 60mm
Connector: Anderson SB50 50A — red/black 12AWG cable
Warranty: 5 years
What's in the Box
1 × FlexoSun 260W foldable solar panel — Anderson SB50 50A connector, unique serial number
FAQ
Does it need a separate charge controller? No, if connectd to a Flexopower Power station. Alternatively connect to a MPPT solar charge controller for a conventional fixed battery system. Connect the panel directly via a FlexoLink cable.
What is TOPCon solar cell technology? TOPCon — Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact — is the current leading generation of monocrystalline solar cell technology. It delivers higher cell efficiency, better low-light performance and a lower temperature coefficient than conventional PERC cells. The FlexoSun 260W uses TOPCon shingled cells combining both technologies for maximum output and partial shade resilience.
What does IP67 mean? IP67 means the panel is fully dustproof and waterproof to submersion at 1 metre for 30 minutes. Rain, dust and field moisture are within the design parameters of this panel.
How does it compare to the legacy Namib240W? The FlexoSun 260W is the next generation replacement and can be used for the same use scenario as the Namib240W
What warranty does it carry? 5 years — the longest warranty in the Flexopower solar panel range.
Which ambassador uses it? Christoff Eilerd — presenter of Get Out, GO! on YouTube and television — uses the FlexoSun 260W as his expedition panel. His content covers multi-week overlanding routes across southern Africa in demanding off-road and off-grid conditions.
New generation. Higher efficiency. IP67. The FlexoSun 260W — where serious overlanding begins.
