Girard GG750 Solar Awning, 480W to 960W

Looks like a normal legless awning, but has 480 to 960 watts of solar fabric.

Roof space is limited, but the Girard GG750 Solar Awning gives you a way to add meaningful solar generation (480 to 960 watts depending on the length) without sacrificing room for roof fans, AC units, racks, storage, or rooftop access. Built on the black Girard GG750 cassette and paired with Apollo solar fabric, it combines shade and solar production in one legless 12V awning system. This is a strong fit for vans, RVs, trailers, and some building applications.

The solar awning is available in five lengths and can be configured with your preferred control package and motor location (right-hand or left-hand motor). Choose from a hardwired motion sensor and rocker switch package, a G-Link RF Wall Switch + Motion Sensor, or an RV-C + Motion Sensor.

It is especially compelling for larger vans or RVs where the roof is already crowded or maxed out with solar, vents, and roof penetrations. On bigger platforms, customers can maximize the roof and add one or even two solar awnings to dramatically increase total available solar capacity. If you are trying to reduce generator use, shore power dependence, or roof congestion, this awning creates a new solar surface on the side of the vehicle instead of competing for roof real estate.

Key Features

• Girard GG750 legless motorized awning cassette with Apollo solar fabric
• Creates shade and solar production in one system
• Adds 480W to 960W of solar power, depending on size
  
• Solar output cables provided for electrical-system integration
• Standard 12V right-hand motor or left-hand motor selection
• Three control package options
• Includes mounting brackets
  
• 2-year warranty
• Helps preserve roof space for fans, AC, storage, and accessories
• Useful for vans, RVs, trailers, and some building applications
  
• Free shipping to the lower 48 states

Control Package Options

1. Hardwired Switch + Motion Sensor, 98GCK-49B: Hardwired wall switch and motion sensor package with IN, OUT, STOP, LED light control, and adjustable motion sensitivity. This is the most popular wired control option.
2. G-Link RF Wall Switch + Motion Sensor, 2022304333 / 98GCK-45S: Includes the 98GC1146C motor controller, 98GC779G motion sensor, and 98GC660B 1-channel wireless wall switch. The wall switch communicates with the awning through Girard G-Link RF, reducing the need to run control wiring to the wall switch. The motion sensor itself still requires an electrical connection at the awning.
3. RV-C Control + Motion Sensor: RV-C control package configured with a dedicated 12V motor controller, RV-C manual wall controller, and RV-C motion sensor. This provides an RV-C-based alternative to the standard hardwired and G-Link RF control packages. Confirm compatibility with your vehicle's RV-C system before ordering. Currently only compatible with Garmin One systems with Artek integration. Contact us if interested.
4. Smart / Multiplex Control: The RV-C control package uses dedicated RV-C components. For other smart or multiplex installations using dry-contact commands, Girard also offers a separate G-Link configuration using the GC1149A dry contact module as a bridge. Contact us before ordering a smart-system configuration so the correct controls can be confirmed.

Motor Side Options

1. Right-Hand Motor: The motor is on the right side when standing outside the vehicle and facing the awning.
2. Left-Hand Motor: The motor is on the left side when standing outside the vehicle and facing the awning.

Motor side should be selected based on the vehicle layout and where power will be supplied to the awning. For example, a vehicle with the awning power source toward the rear may use a left-hand motor to place the motor closer to that power source.

Technical Specs

General Specifications

Size and Power Options

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Final controller sizing should be confirmed against the complete electrical-system design, battery voltage, cable length, conductor sizing, and solar configuration.

Why Choose a Solar Awning Over Roof Panels

Roof space disappears quickly on a van or RV. Fans, air conditioners, storage boxes, roof racks, antennas, and access paths all compete with fixed solar panels. The GG750 Solar Awning creates an additional solar surface along the side of the vehicle, allowing the roof to remain available for other equipment. On larger vehicles, it can supplement an existing roof-mounted solar array without requiring additional roof penetrations.

For many builds, that means you can keep your roof fan, rooftop AC, storage or rack space, and still add serious solar wattage. On large vans like Sprinter 170 EXT, Transit 148 EXT, and ProMaster 159 Extended, this can be a powerful way to expand total solar capacity beyond what roof-only systems usually allow (up to 3175 watts ON A VAN when paired with our roof racks).

Installation Notes

The solar awning should be treated as a solar source that connects to an existing electrical system through an appropriately sized solar charge controller. It is not a complete standalone solar system. Many customers will add it to an existing Victron-based system, but final controller choice and wiring layout should be based on awning size and the rest of the system design.

In many cases, this can replace an existing awning, but customers should verify mounting compatibility, structural support, available space, motor side, wiring path, and electrical integration before ordering. Because this unit is heavier than a standard side awning, support requirements matter.

Resources and Downloads

• Girard GG750 Installation Manual
• Girard Wired Motion Sensor and Awning/LED Rocker Switch
• GC779G Motion Sensor Installation and Programming Guide
• GC1149A Dry Contact Module Installation Guide

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