Renogy 100-Watt 12-Volt 16BB N-Type Monocrystalline Solar Panel for Camper Vans, RVs & Off-Grid
More Power From Every Inch of Roof: Next-Gen N-Type Efficiency, Sized for Van Life
Roof space is the scarcest resource on a camper van, and the Renogy 100-Watt 12-Volt 16BB N-Type Monocrystalline Solar Panel makes every square inch count. Built with advanced N-Type solar cells and a 16-busbar design, it reaches up to 25% cell efficiency, a clear step up from the 21-23% of the standard PERC panels found on most van and RV roofs, so more of the sun's energy actually makes it into your battery bank.
At a compact 34.1 x 22.8 x 1.2 inches and just 13 lbs, this panel is sized for Class B van roofs. It's noticeably shorter than traditional 100W panels, making it easy to position around roof fans, vents, and rack rails on a Sprinter, Ford Transit, RAM ProMaster, or Mercedes Metris, and still leaves room to expand your solar array later.
N-Type cells also age better. With less than 1% first-year power loss, strong output in high heat and low light, and a guaranteed 80%+ output after 25 years, this is a panel you install once and rely on for the life of your build. It drops into any 12V or 24V off-grid system through a standard PWM or MPPT charge controller.
Key Features
✔ Up to 25% Cell Efficiency with N-Type Technology
Advanced N-Type monocrystalline cells pull more watts out of limited roof space than conventional PERC panels, making this an ideal pick for compact van, RV, and marine solar systems where every inch matters.
✔ 16-Busbar (16BB) Cell Design
Sixteen busbars per cell create more current pathways, reducing resistance losses and boosting power density for stronger, more reliable output over the panel's lifetime.
✔ Compact, Van-Ready Footprint
At 34.1 x 22.8 x 1.2 inches and 13 lbs, it's shorter than traditional 100W panels, easier to fit between fans, vents, and crossbars, and light enough for a one-person rooftop install.
✔ Strong Output in Heat & Low Light
Lower temperature-related power loss than PERC panels and an operating range up to 194°F keep the watts flowing through desert boondocking and summer road trips. It also keeps generating at dawn, dusk, and under overcast skies.
✔ Slower Degradation, Longer Service Life
N-Type cells resist light-induced degradation (LID), with less than 1% first-year power loss and a guaranteed 80%+ output after 25 years, all backed by a 10-year product warranty.
✔ Built for the Road
A rugged 1.1mm-thick aluminum alloy frame with reinforced corner supports shrugs off washboard roads, 5400Pa snow loads (~113 psf), and 2400Pa wind loads (~50 psf), while low-iron tempered glass, an IP65 junction box, and IP67 waterproof connectors seal out the weather.
✔ Easy Bolt-On Mounting
Pre-drilled mounting holes on the frame line up with Renogy Z-brackets, corner mounts, and tilt mounts for a fast, secure rooftop install, with no cutting or fabrication on the panel required.
Built for Real-World Van Life & Off-Grid Power
Whether you're a weekend camper, a full-time van lifer, or wiring up a remote getaway, this 100W panel is an easy way to add dependable charging power. It's ideal for:
- Sprinter, Ford Transit, RAM ProMaster & Mercedes Metris van conversions
- Class B camper vans, DIY campers & truck campers
- RVs and travel trailers adding or expanding rooftop solar
- Marine, sailboat & boat battery charging
- Off-grid cabins, sheds & tiny homes
- Boondocking, overlanding & emergency backup power
System Compatibility
12V & 24V Off-Grid Battery Systems (Van | RV | Marine | Cabin) Charge Controller: PWM or MPPT compatible (MPPT recommended to get the most from high-efficiency N-Type cells) Connectors: IP67 waterproof solar connectors (MC4-compatible) Compatible Mounting Hardware: Renogy Z-Brackets | Corner Mounts | Tilt Mounts
Specs & Dimensions
Rated Power (Pmax at STC): 100W Open Circuit Voltage (Voc): 22.79V Short Circuit Current (Isc): 5.31A Optimum Operating Voltage (Vmp): 19.97V Optimum Operating Current (Imp): 5.01A Maximum System Voltage: 600VDC Maximum Series Fuse Rating: 15A Module Efficiency: 20% (up to 25% cell efficiency) Operating Temperature: -40°F to 194°F (-40°C to 90°C) Dimensions: 34.1 x 22.8 x 1.2 in (865 x 578 x 30 mm) Weight: 13.0 lbs (5.9 kg) Frame: Aluminum alloy with reinforced corner supports Glass: Low-iron tempered solar glass Junction Box: IP65 rated Warranty: 10-Year Product Warranty | 25-Year Power Output Warranty (80% output)
Why Choose the Renogy 100W 16BB N-Type Solar Panel?
- More power per square foot of roof than standard PERC panels
- Compact footprint sized for Class B van roofs, with easy fitment around fans and vents
- Keeps producing in high heat, at dawn and dusk, and on overcast days
- Less than 1% first-year degradation with 80%+ output guaranteed at 25 years
- Clean bolt-on install with pre-drilled holes and common Renogy mounting hardware
- Backed by Renogy, one of the most trusted names in van and RV solar
The Renogy 100-Watt 12-Volt 16BB N-Type Monocrystalline Solar Panel packs next-generation efficiency into a footprint made for van roofs, delivering more daily amp-hours, decades of dependable output, and a simple bolt-on install for your Sprinter, Transit, ProMaster, or off-grid build. Ships free to the lower 48 states.
