Portable Solar Power to Make Off-Grid Travel Easy
Foldable and flexible solar panels are built for mobile life. A suitable setup can keep your deep cycle battery charged while driving, camping or sitting in the sun, so you rely less on powered sites and stay off-grid longer.
Our flexible panels are lightweight, low-profile and need no bulky mounting frames. Start with our beginner's guide to solar panel installation or portable power for off-grid adventures.
Folding and Flexible Solar Panel Options
Browse flexible solar panels for RVs, boats and camping:
Flexible solar modules (100W to 200W)
Semi-rigid panels for permanent or semi-permanent roof mounting with minimal profile. Popular sizes:
Foldable and portable panels (110W to 400W)
Packable bifacial panels you can move with the sun. EcoFlow portable options include:
- EcoFlow 110W bifacial portable (IP68)
- EcoFlow 160W bifacial portable (IP68)
- EcoFlow 220W bifacial portable (IP68)
- EcoFlow 400W bifacial portable (IP68)
Pair EcoFlow panels with EcoFlow MC4 to XT60 cable 2.5m or 5m.
Solar blankets (120W to 200W)
Light blankets that roll or fold small for backpacks or storage boxes:
Phone and device chargers (10W)
Compact USB solar for day trips and hikes, such as the Powertech 10W solar mobile charger with USB. No full battery bank required for small top-ups.
Setting Up Flexible Solar Panels for Off-Grid Power
Secure most flexible RV panels with adhesive or straps. Avoid shading from roof vents or antennas. Angle portable panels toward the sun through the day for best output.
Complete your system with a deep cycle battery, MPPT regulator and quality cabling. We rate Victron MPPT regulators for flexible setups, including:
Connect panels with waterproof solar panel plugs, Y connector plugs, 6m solar lead with plugs (Renogy) and regulator lead set 2.4m (Renogy). Run longer runs with electrical cable, including solar-rated cable per metre.
Read what you need for a 12V solar power system, AC appliance loads for camping off-grid, and portable power stations explained. See easy RV upgrades for more ideas.
Shop Flexible Solar Panels and Portable Power at Burnsco
Burnsco stocks flexible panels, regulators, batteries and cables for RV, boat and camp setups. Shop flexible solar panels online or visit your nearest store.
Call 0800 10 20 41 or contact us for help sizing panels, regulators and cable for your setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are flexible solar panels waterproof?
Our flexible solar panels are water-resistant and built to handle rain, though you should avoid prolonged water pooling on the surface.
Do flexible solar panels work in cloudy weather?
Yes, though output is reduced. Solar panels generate power from daylight, so you'll still get a charge at lower efficiency on overcast days.
What batteries work with flexible solar panels?
Most flexible panels suit 12V lead-acid, AGM, gel and lithium (LiFePO4) batteries. For extended off-grid use, pair with a deep cycle battery.
Estimate daily use from appliance wattage, then allow headroom in battery capacity. See what you need for a 12V solar power system and AC appliance loads for camping.
Do flexible solar panels need a charge controller?
Yes. A charge controller manages voltage into your battery and prevents overcharging. We recommend MPPT regulators such as Victron SmartSolar for flexible and portable arrays.
