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Retractable Solar Awning - 442 Watt
Electric Solar Awning for Camper Vans, Sprinter Vans & Off-Grid Use
One-Touch Operation | 12V System
Power & Shade — A Smart Retractable Solar Awning for Van Life
The Solar Powered Electric Awning is a motorized electric solar awning that combines high-efficiency solar power generation with reliable shade and weather protection. Designed for outdoor applications where space, durability, and energy independence matter. This solar-powered awning generates electricity using integrated solar fabric while also providing shade, UV protection, and rain coverage.
Optimized for 12V camper van systems, this retractable solar awning is ideal for Sprinter vans and mobile off-grid installations, with additional applications for marine docks, overland rigs, commercial outdoor spaces, and off-grid installations.
🔹 Key Features
- Maximum Power: 442W
- Double-Sided Solar Awning
- High-Efficiency 25% Monocrystalline Silicon Solar Fabric
- Storage Box Design: Enhanced Protection, Extended Service Life
- Stainless Steel Chain Crank Arms
- Electric Motor with One-Touch Remote Control Operation
- Waterproof Solar Fabric (IP67 Rated)
- Optional Add-On: Integrated LED strip lighting is available upon request for an additional charge. Please contact us for configuration details and pricing.
🔹 Applications
- Marine docks & waterfront installations
- Vans & overland vehicles
- Outdoor patios & commercial spaces
- Off-grid solar systems
- Mobile power and shading solutions
🔹 Specifications
- Solar Cell Type: Monocrystalline Silicon
- Solar Fabric Efficiency: ~25%
- Protection Class: IP67 (Solar Panel)
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Fire Resistance Rating: Class A
- Motor Control: Electric motor with remote control
- Maximum Power (Pm): 442W
- Maximum Power Voltage (Vmp): 46.8V
- Maximum Power Current (Ipm): 9.45A
- Open-circuit Voltage (Voc): 39.2V
- Short-circuit Current (Isc): 9.92A
- Product Dimensions: 66.14 × 12.6 × 8.42 in
- Unfolded Dimensions: 78.74 × 66.14 × 8.42 in
- Weight: Approx. 60 kg / 132.3 lbs
🔹 Electrical Configuration
- Standard Operating Voltage: 12V DC (optimized for camper vans and Sprinter van installations)
- Optional AC Configuration: 110V available for U.S. customers upon request
Please contact us before ordering if you require a 110V or 220V configuration.
🔹 Warranty & Service Life
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
- 5-Year Product Service Life
- Built with polymer-treated solar fabric for durability and repeated deployment
🔹 Frequently Asked Questions
What voltage does this awning operate on? 🔽
The standard configuration is 12V DC, ideal for camper vans and mobile installations.
110V AC is available for the U.S. market upon request.
Can I connect two awnings together? 🔽
Yes. Two awnings of the same wattage can be connected in series. Up to four units can be connected in series if required. Please consult with us to confirm proper configuration before installation.
Does the solar fabric crack when the awning retracts or in windy conditions? 🔽
No. The integrated solar panels are treated with advanced polymer technology, allowing the fabric to roll and flex without damaging or cracking the solar cells.
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