{"product_id":"flexosun-165w","title":"FlexoSun 165W Portable Solar Panel | TOPCon Technology| 26% efficiency | Teflon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFlexoSun165W\u003c\/strong\u003e is Flexopower's entry-level TOPCon solar panel — the new generation of portable solar that replaces shingled ETFE technology with higher efficiency, IP67 waterproofing and a 5-year warranty. 165W of field-proven output in a compact tri-fold design that folds to 600 × 610 × 45mm. Connects directly to any Flexopower power station via a FlexoLink extension cable — no separate charge controller required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanel in the sun. Power station in the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy TOPCon Solar Cell Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTOPCon — 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FlexoSun165W uses 182.5 × 182.5mm TOPCon shingled cells — combining the high efficiency of TOPCon architecture with the partial shade resilience of shingled cell configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIP67 Waterproofing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FlexoSun165W carries an IP67 rating — fully dustproof and waterproof to submersion at 1 metre for 30 minutes. This is a significant step up from standard ETFE encapsulation. Rain, dust, river crossings, condensation and field conditions that would compromise lesser panels are within the FlexoSun165W's design parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTOPCon shingled solar cell technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — ≥25.8% cell efficiency, 16BB, 182.5 × 182.5mm cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIP67 rated\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully dustproof and waterproof. Built for real field conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact tri-fold design\u003c\/strong\u003e — folds to 600 × 610 × 45mm. Fits behind a seat or in a drawer system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnderson SB50 50A connector\u003c\/strong\u003e — red\/black 4mm2 cable, genuine Anderson connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollapsible aluminium legs\u003c\/strong\u003e — angle the panel at 45° for improved harvest in winter and low sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyelet mounting points\u003c\/strong\u003e — secure the panel to a vehicle, roof rack or ground using pegs or rope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — the longest warranty in the Flexopower solar panel range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e within South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeekend camping and bush travel — 2 to 4 days in camp with light to moderate loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaravans and trailers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverlanding setups requiring a compact high-efficiency panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePark in the shade, panel in the sun strategy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuyers upgrading from legacy shingled panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmbassador Rikus Truter's recommended panel — LekkerKampplekke, 309,000+ followers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePark in the shade. Put the panel in the sun. Connect the FlexoSun165W 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated output: 165W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCell technology: TOPCon shingled monocrystalline — ≥25.8% efficiency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen circuit voltage (Voc): 21.2V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax operating voltage (Vmp): 18.8V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort circuit current (Isc): 10.21A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating current (Imp): 8.51A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax system voltage: 100V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIP rating: IP67 Output tolerance: ±5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions deployed: 1,640 × 610 × 3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions folded: 600 × 610 × 45mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnector: Anderson SB50 50A — red\/black 4mm2 cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarranty: 5 years \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x FlexoSun165W foldable solar panel — Anderson SB50 50A connector, unique serial number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need a separate charge controller?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The integrated MPPT in any Flexopower power station handles charge management automatically. Connect the panel directly via a FlexoLink cable. Alternatively connect to a Victron Smart MPPT or compatible solar charge controller for a conventional fixed battery system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is TOPCon solar cell technology?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 FlexoSun165W uses TOPCon shingled cells combining both technologies for maximum output and partial shade resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does IP67 mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e IP67 means the panel is fully dustproof and waterproof to submersion at 1 metre for 30 minutes. 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