Accessories – Solar Extensions

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the choice is wide

We offer some key points which you should bear in mind when choosing solar extension cables for portable power stations as your choice is wide. These are necessary for you to ensure efficient and safe operation.

points to consider

First, the cable "gauge" is a measure of its thickness and how much much current it can handle. The lower the number the thicker the cable, and the thicker the cable the more current it can handle. Look for able extensions with cables with a low AWG (e.g., 10 AWG) to minimize power loss. AWG is an acronym for American Wire Gauge, a rating system used mainly in North America for the diameters of electrical conducting wire and it has been in use for over 150 years. As you can see from the illustration below, wire gauge sizes are associated with numerical values (whilst the relative numberss here are correct, the sizes shown are for illustrative purposes only).

wheel showing the American wire gauges for electrical wiring

Cable length is important because longer cables result in increased power loss resulting from resistance. Depending on your needs, consider keeping the cable as short as possible for maximum efficiency.

Your power station will have specific connectors. For example, Jackery use a bespoke connector so an adapter will be needed. Connectors you'll usually find include MC4 connectors and Anderson Powerpole connectors.

We can have less of a dependence on, for example, the grid which can go down during severe weather conditions and other emergencies, leaving us without an essential living condition.

When used in conjunction with grid power solar panels can have a real impact in lowering our electricity bills. This applies particularly in areas where the sun shines almost every day.

During peak demands, when the grid is under considerable pressure, excess energy from solar panels can feed into the grid system and thereby relieve some of that pressure.

GearIT GI-SOL-10AWG-BR-100FT Solar Extension

Length: 100ft

Extra-long with built-in locks to protect against water and dust, and prevent cables from detaching due to outdoor environments.

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Temank 10AWG Solar Extension

Length: 30ft

Designed for outdoor use, the weatherproof pure 10 AWG copper wiring in this solar extension is designed to withstand extreme heat and cold.

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Kohree 10AWG Solar Extension

Length: 30ft

Tinned pure copper wire, male and female connectors, and a weather-resistance of IP67 suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

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iGreely SAE to SAE 14 AWG Solar Extension

Length: 1.6ft

Made with heavy duty 14AWG tin-plated copper wire and universal connectors for a wide application.

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GearIT GI-SOL-10AWG-BR-20FT Solar Extension

Length: 20ft

12AWG wire and male to female solar connectors with adapter tool kit and MC-4 Extension Cable.

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iGreely 10AWG Solar Extension

Length: 10ft

Weatherproof 10 Feet 10AWG wire solar extension cable with female and male connector solar panel adapter.

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Renogy 12AWG Solar Extension

Length: 20ft

UV-resistant, waterproof and TUV tested extension cable for solar applications. 12AWG wire with male and female connectors.

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BougeRV 10AWG Solar Extension

Length: 10ft

One of the best selling weatherproof cables which employs 10AWG wire which is designed to minimize the power loss in your solar panel system.

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OYMSAE 16AWG Solar Extension

Length: 25ft

At 25ft, this is a fairly long and heavy-duty durable solar panel extension cable using 16AWG wire with quick connect/disconnect connectors.

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