Karoo230W Portable Solar Panel | Shingled Cell | Teflon ETFE
The Karoo230W is Flexopower's most compact high-output portable solar panel — 230W of proven field performance in a design that folds to the size of a phone book. Built with shingled solar cell technology and Teflon ETFE encapsulation, it delivers reliable power for 5 or more days off-grid and fits behind a seat or in any drawer system. Connects directly to any Flexopower power station via a FlexoLink extension cable — no separate charge controller required. Or via the solar charge controller to your deep cycle battery.
Panel in the sun. Power station in the shade.
Why Shingled Solar Cell Technology
Shingled solar cells are connected in groups and configured in parallel — significantly reducing losses when part of the panel is partially shaded. Conventional panels wire their cells in series, meaning a shadow on one cell can reduce the output of the entire panel. Shingled technology is more resilient, more efficient per square metre and produces a cleaner panel surface with no silver metal strips running across the face.
Minimised spacing between cells reduces the overall panel footprint — more power in less packing space. The Karoo230W is the proof: 230W of output in a panel that folds to the size of a phone book.
Why Teflon ETFE Encapsulation
Flexopower exclusively uses Neoflon from Daikin, Japan — the world's leading Teflon encapsulation supplier. ETFE encapsulation outperforms standard PET or EVA encapsulation in UV resistance, heat tolerance and long-term durability. It is the best encapsulation available for portable solar panels.
Key Features
- Folds to the size of a phone book — 340 × 570 × 50mm folded. Fits behind a seat, in a drawer system or in any vehicle storage space.
- Shingled solar cell technology — higher power density, superior partial shade resilience
- Teflon ETFE encapsulation — Neoflon by Daikin, Japan — the best available for portable panels
- Fabric loops — secure the panel to a vehicle, roof rack or ground using pegs or rope
- Unique serial number — every panel is individually traceable through manufacturing and QC
- Free delivery within South Africa
Best For
- Overlanding and extended expeditions — 3 or more days off-grid
- 4x4 and Jimneys
- Buyers who need maximum output in minimum packing space
- Vehicle and drawer system storage
How to Use It
Park in the shade. Put the panel in the sun. Connect the Karoo230W directly to your Flexopower power station via a FlexoLink extension cable — no separate charge controller required. Alternatively connect directly to a solar charge controller in front of a deep cycle battery for use in a conventional fixed solar system.
Technical Specifications
Rated output: 230W
Cell technology: shingled monocrystalline
Encapsulation: Teflon ETFE — Neoflon by Daikin, Japan
Max operating voltage (Vmp): 20.5V
Open circuit voltage (Voc): 24.2V
Operating current (Imp): 11.2A
Weight: 6.9kg
Dimensions folded: 340 × 570 × 50mm
Dimensions deployed: 2,000 × 1,145 × 4mm
Recommended use: 3 or more days in camp
Warranty: 2 years on manufacturing
What's in the Box
- 1 x Karoo230W foldable solar panel — Anderson SB50 grey connector, unique serial number
Compatible Systems and Accessories
FAQ
Does it need a separate charge controller? No, when using a Flexopower power station. Its integrated MPPT handles charge management automatically. Connect the panel directly via a FlexoLink cable.
Yes, if you dont have one yet andneed to charge your deep cycle battery.
How compact is it when folded? The Karoo230W folds to 340 × 570 × 50mm — roughly the size of a phone book. It fits behind a seat, in a drawer system or in most vehicle storage spaces.
What is shingled solar cell technology? Shingled cells are connected in parallel groups rather than in series, making the panel significantly more resilient to partial shading. A shadow on one section does not kill the output of the entire panel. Minimised cell spacing also reduces the overall panel footprint.
What encapsulation does Flexopower use? Teflon ETFE — specifically Neoflon from Daikin, Japan. The best available encapsulation for portable solar panels in terms of UV resistance, heat tolerance and long-term durability.
Is each panel traceable? Yes. Every Karoo230W has a unique serial number that tracks it through the entire manufacturing and quality control process.
What warranty does it carry? 2 years on manufacturing.
How many days off-grid will it support? The Karoo230W is rated for 5 or more days in camp depending on your power consumption and the Flexopower power station it is paired with.
Compact. Capable. Fits anywhere. The Karoo230W — maximum output in minimum space.
