HQST 200W Solar Panel Kit w/30A Controller

We bought this kit to put on our “solar ready” 2021 Coachmen Freedom express 292BHDSLE. The trailer was pre wired for a different solar manufacturer from the roof to the front storage to the battery. We put the panels next to the pre wires port (with connectors) on the roof and the charge controller in the front storage compartment. All of the parts needed to install came with the kit. The wire that comes with the kit are set up for trailers that are not solar ready. Panel connectors to ope ended wire and ring terminals to open ended wires. It came with the fork terminals to connect to the charge controller. It would be nice if they sold a kit for “solar ready” RVs - put connectors on the wire and not have it a blunt end. I bought a connector used wire for $30 and is working great. I measured 20.5 vdc and it is overcast - no direct sunlight. I added fusible links on the solar side and battery side and had to buy dicor caulk for the bolts on the roof. Everything else was part of the kit. At the time of the review - I just finished the install. It took less than an hour (“solar ready” rv). Les than $40 in other parts that I bought that weren’t included (fuses are optional). Getting 20.5 VDC on an overcast morning. Batteries are charging at 14.4 VDC on solar and 13.9 VDC on shore power. So far I am impressed with the product

I've had this setup for a few years now and it's been great, I thought it was pretty straight forward and the fuses are optional if you ask me, I have no in line fuses anywhere on this setup and it works fine. I have a stand alone auxiliary battery in the bed of my Tacoma for camping, I have a fridge, a few lights and it's able to charge phones and what not with the right setup and the solar keeps the battery topped off, I may have a battery issue or may need a new panel but that's what you get when you dont buy super high end, there's risks invloved

I needed an extension cable to connect both sets to the main wire, which was a bummer. There was no way to place all four close enough to connect all wires without an extension, which I ordered via Amazon and promptly received. Also, while I am new to solar, my expectation was that I would get at least decent power down when it's cloudy out, but if it's overcast/cloudy, I register zero amps inbound. I suspect that this is universally true for all panels, but I'm not sure about that so I thought it was worth mentioning. On a sunny Ohio summer day, I've seen nearly 9 amps inbound on occasion, but the average, with no clouds and at the right time of day, seems to be around 4-5 amps. As a side note, the controller got a bad comment by one user. For me, this being my first solar setup, I didn't think it was a joke and generally found it to be fine/uncomplicated. I wish the instructions were printed on larger paper and a bit more detailed, but it has done exactly exactly what it was advertised to do, good enough for this solar novice. After I learn more, and hopefully have more panels, I'll worry about a more advanced solar controller. Additionally, the brackets worked perfectly and, while I am extremely handy, I was able to put the four panels on the roof of my woodshop, 18x22, and they look like a pro did it! All products arrived on time and in great shape, properly packed, etc. I would recommend this product.

The product is great.Shipping packaging is minimal. One panel was beautiful the other was ouch. But, they sent out a whole new panel right away.No issues with product just wish shippers were gentle with product. I will say study up. You still need quite a bit even with a "kit" take time to learn. You will only get a chart with your kit.I am impressed with the quick response. I would buy more from them.

I have never had experience with solar before. I was able to install this onto my trailer and i even made a mistake (or more) and contacted HQST and they helped me out. I would say above and beyond what would have been expected because it was my fault. And i have charged batteries when working in my trailer. (Still in progress)

This product came in on time and was exactly what we needed. I was worried at first because we received the panels without all the hardware. Customer service was very quick to respond and reassured me they were coming just in a separate box. The box did arrive the next day. We installed them on a scout trailer and appear to be working great!

Notta Nothing! Checked wires over and over, but nothing from the Solar Panels! Any ideas?

This system was simple to install. The customer service was excellent. They answered questions I had about solar power that had little to do with the system I bought. Patient and helpful. Highly recommend. I bought 3 more sets.