{"product_id":"rich-100-watt-slim-monocrystalline-solar-panel","title":"Rich MEGA 100 Watt Slim Solar Panel | 12v","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Rich Solar MEGA 100 Slim 100 Watt 12V Solar Panel is a narrow-format rigid panel designed for tight roof layouts and space-constrained installs. Its slim footprint can be useful when you are placing panels alongside roof accessories like vent fans, while still providing a full 100W rated output. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe love using this panel on our \u003ca title=\"Best Sprinter Roof Rack\" href=\"https:\/\/orionvangear.com\/products\/mercedes-sprinter-stealth-roof-rack\"\u003eSprinter Roof Rack\u003c\/a\u003e because it can fit next to a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orionvangear.com\/products\/maxxair-00-07500k-maxxfan-deluxe-with-remote-smoke\" title=\"Maxxair fan 7500k\"\u003eMaxxAir 7500 Fan\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuilt with AR-coated tempered glass and an anodized aluminum frame, this panel is designed for outdoor durability and off-grid use cases like vans, RVs, cabins, and boats.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"highlight-box\"\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"highlight-box__title\"\u003eInstallation flexibility\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003ePre-drilled holes support multiple mounting approaches such as ground mounts, Z-brackets, poles, and tilt systems. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOptimize solar performance when paired with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orionvangear.com\/collections\/roof-racks\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStealth+ Roof Rack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and correct \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orionvangear.com\/collections\/solar-panel-brackets\" title=\"rigid solar panel brackets\"\u003esolar brackets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e when used on a van.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e100W slim rigid panel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Narrow format panel designed for space-limited installs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePositive power tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 to +5 W rated positive power tolerance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCell technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e N-Type TOPCon multi-busbar cells.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e High transmission AR-coated tempered glass and anodized aluminum alloy frame.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWeather-rated junction box:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP67-rated junction box.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMechanical load rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified mechanical strength up to 5400 Pa positive load and 2400 Pa negative load.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWiring support:\u003c\/strong\u003e MC4 Solar connectors with #12 gauge (4.0 mm²) cables.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSystem compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for compatibility with mainstream optimizers, inverters, and mounting systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch4 class=\"specs-title\"\u003eElectrical (STC)\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 100.089%;\" class=\"dist-table-hover\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003eMaximum Power (Pmax)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003e100 W\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003ePower Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003e0 to +5 W\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003eMaximum Power Voltage (Vmp)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003e19.6 V\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003eMaximum Power Current (Imp)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003e5.10 A\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003eOpen Circuit Voltage (Voc)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003e23.6 V\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003eShort Circuit Current (Isc)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003e5.38 A\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003eMaximum System Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003e1000 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003eMaximum Series Fuse Rating\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003e15 A\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9027%;\"\u003eModule Efficiency\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 52.739%;\"\u003e19.7%\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch4 class=\"specs-title\"\u003eMechanical\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 100.089%;\" class=\"dist-table-hover\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eDimensions (L x W x D)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003e50.0 x 15.8 x 1.2 in (1270 x 400 x 30 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003e12.4 lb (5.6 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003eAnodized aluminum alloy\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eFront Glass\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003e3.2 mm (0.13 in), high transmission, AR-coated tempered glass\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eBacksheet\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003eWhite \/ Black\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eJunction Box\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003eIP67 rated\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eConnector\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003eMC4 Solar connectors\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eCables\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003e4.0 mm² (#12 gauge), 35.4 in length\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eCell Orientation\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003e34 cells (2 x 17)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 30.2355%;\"\u003eSolar Cells Type\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 69.4062%;\"\u003eN-Type TOPCon\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch4 class=\"specs-title\"\u003eTemperature Ratings\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 100.089%;\" class=\"dist-table-hover\"\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth style=\"width: 59.5426%;\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth style=\"width: 40.0977%;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 59.5426%;\"\u003eNominal Module Operating Temperature (NMOT)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 40.0977%;\"\u003e45°C ± 2°C\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 59.5426%;\"\u003eTemperature Coefficient of Pmax\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 40.0977%;\"\u003e-0.35%\/°C\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 59.5426%;\"\u003eTemperature Coefficient of Voc\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 40.0977%;\"\u003e-0.28%\/°C\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 59.5426%;\"\u003eTemperature Coefficient of Isc\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 40.0977%;\"\u003e0.045%\/°C\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 59.5426%;\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"width: 40.0977%;\"\u003e-40 to +185°F\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources and Downloads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/2769\/0553\/files\/RS-M100SL25_M100SLB.pdf?v=1755592316\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Sheet (MEGA 100 Slim, RS-M100SL25 and RS-M100SLB)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (click to expand)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"question\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1.\u003c\/span\u003e What makes this panel different from a standard 100W panel?\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt uses a slim form factor (50.0 x 15.8 in) that can be easier to place in narrow roof spaces compared with wider 100W rigid panels.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"question\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2.\u003c\/span\u003e Is this panel suitable for 12V battery systems?\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt is listed as a 12V solar panel and has STC ratings like Vmp 19.6V and Voc 23.6V. For battery charging, use a compatible charge controller and properly sized wiring and overcurrent protection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"question\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e3.\u003c\/span\u003e What are the electrical ratings at STC?\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eRated at 100W with Vmp 19.6V, Imp 5.10A, Voc 23.6V, and Isc 5.38A at STC.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"question\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e4.\u003c\/span\u003e Can I wire it in series or parallel?\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe datasheet notes plug-and-play solar connectors that support both series and parallel configurations. Confirm string sizing and controller limits for your specific system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"question\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e5.\u003c\/span\u003e What connector and wire gauge does it use?\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt lists solar connectors and #12 gauge (4.0 mm²) cables with 35.4 in (900 mm) length.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"question\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e6.\u003c\/span\u003e How weather resistant is the panel?\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe junction box is listed as IP67 rated, and the panel is described as built for harsh environments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"question\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e7.\u003c\/span\u003e What mechanical loads is it rated for?\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe datasheet states mechanical strength certified up to 5400 Pa positive load and 2400 Pa negative load.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"question\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e8.\u003c\/span\u003e What temperature range is listed for operation?\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe datasheet lists a temperature range of -40 to +185°F and provides temperature coefficients for performance calculations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"orionvangear","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":44618425925735,"sku":"RS-M100SLB","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":44618425958503,"sku":"RS-M100SL25","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/5191\/6135\/files\/RS-M100SL_ONYX_100W_solar_panel_20250815_1_copy.webp?v=1789422574","url":"https:\/\/orionvangear.store\/products\/rich-100-watt-slim-monocrystalline-solar-panel","provider":"orionvangear.store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}