This was posted 7 years 1 month 9 days ago, and might be an out-dated deal.

Related
  • out of stock

Ridge Ryder 45 Watt Solar Blanket Half Price $99, Free Delivery, Supercheap Auto

150
Ridge Ryder 45 Watt Solar Blanket Half Price $99, Free Delivery, Supercheap Auto
Go to Deal
Cashback
Lkramer2k3 on 15/10/2017 - 15:09 supercheapauto.com.au (870 clicks)
Last edited 15/10/2017 - 19:29

Long time lurker, first time poster. Go easy!

Spent hours online looking for deals on solar panels getting ready for summer camping.

Found these Ridge Ryder solar blankets (they are a clearance item).

Quality looks good, panels are poly crystalline. The regulator is questionable. The store told me they were updated a few months ago due to some issues.

They sell a 10 amp regulator in store for $20 though which is the new model.

They come with a joiner so you can link 2 or 3 sets together with the bullet connector though i would recommend upgrading the 7 amp regulator before trying that.

Many uses and very handy. Free shipping through the online store or going in store they will price match the online price. Compact and lightweight and I've always had good experiences with Super Cheap Auto in store with warranty.

Sports & Outdoors Camping Solar

Related Stores

Supercheap Auto
Supercheap Auto

closed Comments

  • tryagain on 15/10/2017 - 15:44

    That's a good price if you have a need for a 45w panel (although 2 for 90W would be good), as OP suggested the controllers are best replaced with something better.

  • frewer on 15/10/2017 - 16:03
    +1

    Their website appears to be buggy for me …
    Here is their ebay url http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Ridge-Ryder-Solar-Blanket-45-Watt…

  • toasty on 15/10/2017 - 16:17
    +1

    The SCA site crapped out and now it's coming up as sold out.

  • kramer2k3 on 15/10/2017 - 16:33
    +5

    I'm planning on linking the 3 I bought together using Anderson plugs and will run it through a victron energy True mppt 75/15 regulator (can't speak highly enough of these) and use 6mm twin cable for leads. It then becomes a high quality 135 watt set up for under $450 total. Will fit nicely on the vehicle windscreen and keep the car batteries maintained when it's parked up which it usually is!

    @toasty maybe you can go in store and price match like I did if you have one local..

  • mathew42 on 15/10/2017 - 16:44

    How does this compare in quality to BlitzWolf® 20W 3A BW-L1 Foldable Portable Sun for $55.95?
    The BlitzWolf has the advantage of having USB ports.

    • tryagain on 15/10/2017 - 17:10
      +3

      Blitzwolf is 20w vs this is 45w. This is aimed at charging 12v(auto) batteries whilst the blitzwolf looks aimed at charging phone batteries (3.7v)

      • mathew42 on 15/10/2017 - 17:21
        -1

        So BlitzWolf would be better for Mobile Phone charging?

        • tryagain on 15/10/2017 - 17:28
          +1

          It all you want to do is charge phone batteries the the blitzwolf is more suitable.

  • kramer2k3 on 15/10/2017 - 17:17
    +1

    The blitz wolf looks very nice. It's 5v only. Good for long distance hiking/ travel etc. I have a 10 watt instapark mercury pack that is very similar for multi day hikes.

    The bang good solar panel is not suitable for recharging 12v deep cycle batteries to run fridges etc out camping. I suspect the output to the 5v regulator is around 9 to 10v on the blitz wolf / instapark.

    When you have a 12v battery set up connected you can then use any car usb charger (or multiple of them) or run an inverter for 240v output for laptops etc or run 12v camping gear (TV, fan, led lights)

    Hope that helps.

  • kramer2k3 on 15/10/2017 - 17:21

    Looks to be available online again as per first link.

  • pistachio1 on 15/10/2017 - 18:11

    Ring your local store to double check. I rang my local after website said out of stock and there were still a few left after all. Worth a try.

  • Aliandmike on 15/10/2017 - 18:16

    Might ring store tomorrow to try my luck. Says out of stock at all my local stores.

    • pistachio1 on 15/10/2017 - 18:32

      their website is not very accurate, I found 4 at my store by calling. they are honoring it tomorrow for me.

  • altomic on 15/10/2017 - 18:33

    stock available at Redcliffe, QLD

  • wosdam on 15/10/2017 - 19:06

    hey got one. Might want to remove the out of stock tag?

  • wfdTamar on 15/10/2017 - 21:41

    Their site says they’re mono crystalline.

  • heathwithnoteeth on 16/10/2017 - 00:42

    back up to $199

Login or Join to leave a comment
Login Join