Elecaenta 120w Waterproof Portable Solar Panel For Jackery | Bluetti | Ecoflow Review

The Professor reviews the Elecaenta 120 watt water resistant portable solar panel with 45w USB-C power delivery and tons of adapters for charging Bluetti, Jackery, and Ecoflow solar generators. ELECAENTA 120w: gohobo.io/ele120w use code HOBO120WSP
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[@cmquinn2000]

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[@HOBOTECH]

@@cmquinn2000 Items: $229.99 Shipping & handling: $0.00 Promotion Applied: -$23.00 Your Coupon Savings: -$40.00 Total before tax: $166.99

[@GinaKayLandis]

@@justmeonlyme Where did you enter the code? I only saw the Coupon checkbox, no other place to enter the code. And the Promotion was not automatically applied, though I bought through HOBOTECH's link. ??

[@TwistTheLyricist]

@@GinaKayLandis there's a box to type the code in under billing info after you press proceed to checkout.

[@cmquinn2000]

@@TwistTheLyricist The promotional code you entered cannot be applied to your purchase. Is what I get when I enter the code.

[@DaninVirginia]

I think I speak for the majority of your audience in saying we certainly favor quality technical review over flashy camera angles and cutesy music track. Thanks for your hard work!

[@jefflunt9615]

Been using this solar panel for over a year. It's light and works well, especially for camping. I get enough power from this lone panel to charge my various devices.

[@ricgricher]

Please, don't change the way you are doing your reviews :D It's perfect as it is!

[@co5taP]

I have a couple of these and they are pretty good to be honest 👍🏼

[@SighOp]

I have one, and will second that.

[@c-jen8923]

@@SighOp I have one as well, and will third that! GREAT panel!

[@stewmiller778]

Buddy, you've been my goto, off-grid guy since you lived in a van. Thanks for all the great reviews.

[@clarencewiles963]

Thanks again for your jammed packed information. I’m looking forward to seeing your solar setup. And the improvements that the manufacturers are doing. Especially with there solar voltage and wattage. When off grid it all about solar. Thanks again for your work today!

[@lakorai2]

A pair of these and the EB3A Bluetti looks to be the sweet spot for car camping.

[@adcraziness1501]

My sweet spot has been two Ecoflow River2 Pro's with a 200w panel each. I have a lot of power hungry toys. Two ninebot scooters, they take a ton of power each. Then a drone, fans, lights at night, an electric blanket if it is cold, a portable ice maker, a gmrs base station, then handles charging all the handheld devices. Between the two River2 pro's and my original Bluetti EB3A that just refuses to quit, I have it covered for now. Will probably need more later haha

[@TravelsofShadoWolf]

That one outro still gets me to laugh. 💥💥🤣. Hay that solar meter is… cool.. man is it far down in your store. I found it. As always great informative video👍🎩

[@jaymedina3142]

Oh man, I just bought this mid October for $180!! Bummer. But so far using it with brand new EB3A and it's working good. I specifically liked that it had PD45 USB-C and QC 3.0 usb connectors! I directly charged up my phone quickly to test it out. I love all the connectors. So far I'm happy with product. It had very good specs and was WAY less expensive than major name competing panels. Just wish I'd gotten your discount!! LOVED your exit skit. But don't change your format.

[@gregyohngy]

Highlight the need for proper awg wire. Few people mention this often overlooked topic. BLUETTI provides a 16 awg MC4 to Barrel Plug. I bought a 12 awg version instead via Amazon. I can easily see the need for 20ft of MC4 extension cord using 8 awg. A wise person said get the best wire, since you might expand and need the better wire in the future. Now, I am losing less than 3%, a tiny amount of voltage drop.

[@marcfruchtman9473]

Great that it includes all those adapters and the long cord length. Great review.

[@bum2chair]

I just ordered this on amazon with the code and a $20 off coupon, only cost me $142. Great deal.

[@ElricX]

Tried this panel for the 1rst time today. Holy crap! This thing is great! 110w in the middle of March. Filled my Bluetti EB3A in no time!

[@loumonte658]

Fancy camera angles and a man bun. Too funny. Awesome video professor.

[@patrickoshea]

I just used this over the last week to do a series of tests to send videos to Bluetti to troubleshoot my AC300. The length of the cord, all the adapters, and the integrated kickstands make it perfect for this, and also my far-and-away favorite portable solar panel. Fantastic package to go with a small solar generator. Thanks for reviewing this one!

[@FurrBeard]

Horses for courses... Something like this doesn't need as long a review as more complex products like sogens. I appreciate the details in your product reviews - thanks for your diligence!

[@bob847vid]

I appreciate the ending!

[@CircleOfSignfighters]

Thanks Prof Hobo, I'm a couple years late but I was digging around my Amazon wishlist and was reminded of your work. For $400 I got this panel and a Golabs R300 as some safety of mind. I ran your work past a friend of mine who is also electrically inclined and he said it all checks out. Your efforts and knowledge are much appreciated. Thank you :)

[@haleymctaggart]

This is exactly what I’ve been looking for and I immediately ordered one!

[@Resolute900]

Hi Do give us some feedback 5 months down the line please.

[@vanvorst1999]

Hey man, love the new "dippy hippy" format you presented at the end. Peace, brother! 🤣

[@HOBOTECH]

It's actually a clip from an old review, but thanks.

[@chitownshowtime5246]

Love your reviews and the creative work you do! 🎉❤

[@stevesidare2493]

I hate videos where they show the speaker not facing the camera even though he/she doesn't have an actual live audience. It's like, "Who the F are you talking to?!!" Your videos are on point and in your own style.

[@Stealthnomad007]

I have been using this panel. Very good deal and works well. Thks

[@permabull5885]

I kind of enjoyed your man bun skit. I definitely got a good chuckle out of it.

[@aaronak2005]

Great video. Informative and you cracked me up at the end!!

[@retnav92]

👍 Ord'd one. $177.01 after discounts and tax figured in. The portability/size of this will be handy while teardrop camping.

[@Joe-id2ns]

Thanks man! I’ve been researching for the best portable for the price for months. Sweet deal and free shipping! You came through again! You make a bad hippie!

[@frostyfrances4700]

(ahem) Bad hippie? Sir, hippie is a blissful state of mind, not just select notorious behavior. I never needed drugs to astro-trip and if I hadn't been such a hippie (or at least flower child) in my youth, I never would've been strong enough in retirement to stand up to the local militia types. :)

[@Joe-id2ns]

peace and love man no offense to ya@@frostyfrances4700

[@billr7832]

Just ordered one got it for $125.00 total with my $52 in amazon rewards points THANKS !!!!

[@danielflowers3564]

I have been shopping for days. Looking at reviews and scrubbing everything even looked into wind power same results. Just about called it bedtime and remembered you. Not to be a cheep skate but the jackery panels $$$. Hate to say it but the current reviews for the renogy panels are also not that great. To sum it up found this gem and purchased. You have always been the best teacher and advisor. Thanks 47 yr old Kansan. Ps hope AZ gets better

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

Just in time to run the Christmas 🎄 lights. Thanks Hobotech. Finger bang bang! Update I got one. It’s putting out 102 watts with smoky sunshine. This is a good panel. 🤘⚡️🤘✨✨

[@mikemotorbike4283]

People please remember not to torture any of these 'flexible' panels. Yes they are slightly forgiving, but they are still fragile hi tech. Don't walk on them. Prop them up nicely, so they won't sag. Don't stuff them rudely into tight spaces. They have a very limited deformation cycle life. They have normal wire connections inside which stretch and break, and the coating can crack, decreasing the output. They hate heat. It's a tuff one because they are pretty much designed to sag propped up in the open cooling air. Don't lay them flat on your blistering hot rv roof. They need something like a big bbq grill to really support them properly.

[@frostyfrances4700]

Great advice, but ... Is it ok/possible to just hang them somehow in the summer sun? Does the temp matter so long as both sides have plenty of airflow? How long would it take under full sun to completely charge an EcoFlow River power station?

[@LarryDickman1]

Thanks Tom just ordered and all codes/discounts worked. What a country.

[@queserrah]

did the code expire?

[@jaymedina3142]

I bought 2 of these solar panels and an EB3A.

[@ricks.1318]

GOD .... "NO" Tom ... KEEP doing YOUR own type of reviews ..... We APPRECIATE each and every one of them !!!!!

[@diamondpeakproductions]

You crack me up, sir. WalkINBeauty! I’m having a great time outside of Q.

[@Cougar65429]

Impressive panel.. I skipped this leg in my solar journey, and went directly to fixed panels for my first power station. Perhaps I'm lucky it worked out.. but as of the day before new years.. I was able to snag this for $135 due to a trifecta of sale, coupon and discount code all working. So.. I can finally charge outside of my lair, soon.. =)

[@af1023]

Excellent review, I ended up buying a second panel and currently running for $149

[@200Nora]

We have two of these and had to return one because it stopped sending power and charging. I think one of the wires in one panel burned. It had a white and black spot at the bottom. They were fine delivering from 80-to the 90s. I do not think you can leave them in the rain either; they are resistant, but read recommendations to put them away in heavy rain. We are still waiting for the replacement after more than a week. The other panel is still working fine. They have a 200 watts, and I am checking it for my 200 self-made 200A battery system with 40 mptt. I am waiting for more reviews on it.

[@karinhart489]

Your 10 minute review was great., thanks I’ve got a folding 60w water resistant (from a time that was better than the competition) panel from Jackery to recharge my 290. This would charge it faster, charge the no name Chinese power station I use for my CPAP, and stay useful as I consider a more powerful power station.

[@TwistTheLyricist]

I really appreciate the hook up and the knowledge I've gained after watching your vids.

[@danielmmbfhvxdyhv]

The ending was hilarious 😂😂😂😂

[@Schneiw]

Props for the Zero Wing insert :)

[@3solliekid]

You absolutely NAILED the satire of others at the end.😂😂😂😂

[@klynch7329]

Purchased; thx for the additional discount. Like your trademark review format, but you decide. I'll keep watching regardless.

[@danmanx2]

YES YES TOM! You have finally achieved maximum review status!!!!

[@merlinxyzzy]

Love your reviews and fun but very helpful personality.

[@tyhogue5725]

Thanks for the review, it was very helpful! I just ordered on and used your code.

[@mickeybrumfield764]

If it will work with my Run Hood Rally thats good enough for me.

[@janiceakananaglampitzer3324]

Awesome video! The info is priceless!!! Totally love the scenes at end of your video! #not cleaning the little box but glad you got puss!

[@davidlengenfelder4178]

I do like shorter videos but absolutely no man buns!

[@GinaKayLandis]

Amazon removed the option to use the HOBO code as of today (Nov 6 2022) but continue to have the $40 off coupon. I have two Bluetti EB3A power banks so can definitely utilize this solar panel! Thanks for the review and the uptick in my solar gen capable world! Ha!

[@HOBOTECH]

Items: $229.99 Shipping & handling: $0.00 Promotion Applied: -$23.00 Your Coupon Savings: -$40.00 Total before tax: $166.99

[@GinaKayLandis]

@@HOBOTECH Mine was: Item: 229.99 Shipping & Handling: 0.00 Your Coupon Savings: -40.00 Total before tax: 189.99 Estimated Tax: 14.25 Order total: 204.24 There was not anyplace I saw where I could enter your HOBOTECH code. I clicked a box for the Coupon. I'm not mad, just advising. Glad to have a solar panel anyway!

[@HOBOTECH]

You enter the code at checkout. You can't miss the box.

[@GinaKayLandis]

@Hobotech well, I missed it. I appreciate the review and evidently I am not the only one that missed the field. Have a great week!

[@toddwebb5096]

I used the code today on 11/10/22

[@lrrprangerglenn]

Great finish! Yep, I stayed to the end!🙀

[@veloway]

Loved your joke at the end. PLEASE though, keep long form and thorough. I know it was just humor but even the idea of losing your current style scared the bejesus out of me.

[@WhenTheManComesAround]

Epic Ending!! Duuuuuuude.... you're getting a Dell!

[@susanstrickland6774]

Nice review. Priceless ending.👍🤣

[@SoupyOatmeal]

Ok that was a first for me ... " All your bases are belong to us " never in a million years would I expect to see that in a Vlog. Bully for you sir. (*^_^*).

[@mpedrozax1]

Your outro, double fisted thumbs up!

[@morrilp]

Awesome review. Can you look at the 200 watt panel Elecanta just released? Looks like a different manufacturer almost.

[@worldcomicsreview354]

This style of panel is made by somebody else, loads of companies just put their own branding on it. I have a Lvyuan one.

[@edwardlulofs444]

Sounds good, thanks.

[@pip5461]

Have you tested the NiKOTA: Portable Power Station with 4G/5G...?

[@Tobi-ln2cj]

As always ... GREAT VIDEO! I love your style to do the testing and the fun

[@AboveAlways]

Lol man bun 😂 I think you'd be surprised at the response you'd get from doing more shorts though. "Shorts" not shorter review videos. They're pretty popular now.

[@davidparker7156]

great buy

[@weswalker1208]

I know it does not apply to this video but I have a question. Winter is on its way. Do you ever put the solar chargers in the freezer to test low temperature shut off?

[@user-tv8sm6so9y]

😅🤣😂😜🤪 Gettin Down Wiv Ya Bad Self,😆😆😆 Love It, Great Video HT, dang that was funny, thanks for posting.

[@Humble-Engine]

Would I be able to connect this panel elecaneta 120w in series to the elecaenta 200w panel to an ac200max?

[@alext5041]

Haha, that hipster bit killed me

[@advancedxdirective]

Tom, They also have a 300 watt panel. Would you feel comfortable buying that too?

[@kbaker96]

I just picked this up on a flash deal on Amazon for $169.99.

[@Zbee167]

LMAO at the ending!!!

[@cup_o_TMarie]

So I think I can use this on the EcoFlow River 2 that only takes 110w panel?

[@shaunhall960]

Commodore 64!!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@AlexandraNevermind]

Pardon my ignorance, please. When you say that the panel will not charge lithium battery do you mean it can’t charge your phone directly?

[@winstonsmiths2449]

No, he is referring to large batteries used in solar generators and DIY systems. They need a charge controller to properly charge the cells withing the systems. You can charge devices directly as they have built circuitry to handle internal lithium batteries. I personally never charge my devices directly, but charge a power bank or solar generator that then charges my device. Not efficient or portable, but I do take electronics mountain climbing: I do not climb mountains.

[@AlexandraNevermind]

@@winstonsmiths2449 Got it, thanks!

[@debbiedogs1]

@@AlexandraNevermind- yes, as the other commenter said, Hobotech meant they do not charge a battery, a "bare" battery such as marine batteries and others that people use for DIY systems.

[@MIDWEST_OG_CHRISCUTZ]

Can i hook up a non-portable solar panel the kind that square with no legs can I hook it straight into my portable power station or do I need a charge control box when those little boxes

[@bobt471]

👍. Nice video…. Thank you. And I’m a new Sub !! 👍😎. Any advice on a solar charger for a DIY Battery box (for this panel?)

[@factsmatter4760]

Hey HOBO Question! 😂 I been watching all your videos kinda obsessed with the test lol. I ordered an eb3a for starting out. It’s capped at like 8 or 8.5 amps. Can I use a bigger amp solar panel then it’s rating and it charge at the fastest rate as long as the voltage is within its bounds?

[@HOBOTECH]

"You can over amp but you can't over volt"

[@danknedel6124]

Hello, Is this solar panel to much power for a WattFun WA-PS201 power station to handle ?

[@Sirrichz28]

I have a Jackery 2000 still in the Manufacturers box I bought it put an in a storage closet and forgot about it. .. I do not have the 2000 pro I have the limited edition 2000 that came out with the Jackery 1500 what was that 2020-21 does anyone know if i can use 1 elecaenta to topoff my 2000 I'm not sure of the Minimum amount of a solar I can use. And yes, I know it will take a long time

[@1mrgriz]

What would you suggest for a charge controler for this panel

[@user-rp1vu1gk5u]

i have this solar panel and to my disappointment it does not come with an adapter to charge my pecron e600lfp via the 100watt input at the top. anyone have a recommendation on what adapter i would need for this purpose?

[@bluerider9204]

Is it one of those that will still work even if a few panels are covered? Also the product dimensions do not show it's full lengh. Any idea how long it is?

[@chrissinclair8705]

This might be an excellent replacement for my Eco Worthy 120w panel. The most I've seen out of when it was new was 96w testing it in cold very clear November day in Toronto(686ft ASL) which is usually super hazy in the summer with all the damn lakes we got going on here. God knows what it gets now after I've raped it for a few years. It still pumps out at least 60w to charge my Golabs R300 so I'm still using it. I have a MPT-7210A DC to DC boost converter coming which allows up to 60 volts solar input and a 10 AMP output up to 90v to charge my ebike directly from the sun. I also have a 60w in pristine condition Aimtom panel which uses real sunpower cells. So I'm wondering if maybe in parallel or series even though they are mismatched which is super inefficient will charge up the bike a little faster. We'll see when it comes. From the videos I've seen it actually seems to work a little better in parallel than series but I'll test it and put it on my channel. The good thing about the Aimtom panel is it folds up into the size of a book so it's extremely easy to carry. What I was doing before is carrying around my GolabR300 and the slow 2A charger it came with in a backpack for extended range rides which is a bit of a bummer lugging all that equipment. If I used the fast charger, it could handle it to about 52% before there was just too much voltage sag on the battery and it would error out. Another experiment would be to hook up my 60w panel to the Golabs R300 to see if it can keep the voltage high enough to use the fast charger on longer rides. If this MPT-7210A can do away with lugging the R300 and charger. Using the inverter to change from DC to AC then back to DC again which is a huge amount of losses then so much the better and cut down lugging around 15-20 pounds of gear to about 5 which you could easily fit in a small day pack with lots of room for snacks and a drink. While 60w would be small, probably around 40w actually going into the battery with the conversion loss. If you stopped for an hour or two at the beach to have a little snack and soak up some sun it would give you a little back into the bike to keep the voltage up hence the speed instead of it just idly sitting there slowly discharging.

[@williamparker8318]

Good video for a decent looking product. I have an Overland Solar Bugout 130 solar panel ((Solar charger(their name for it)) and was wondering it could be used in parallel or series with the Elecaenta 120 w solar panel. I checked their FAQ area and this is what they had to say: Can I connect ELECAENTA 120W solar panel and other brand solar panels together in parallel or in series? No, you can't do that. Different solar panels have different output voltages and currents, so when the panels are connected in parallel or in series, the solar panels can be damaged. Now I remember one of your videos on how to get around this. Do you think that it is possible to use these two different panels in parallel or series? Cheers. Oh, and man bun at the end was a nice touch.

[@recordbutton1845]

The y cable that has the Anderson connector won't plug into my Bluetti EB3A. I have to use one of the other adapters. Not the end of the world, but not optimum either.

[@dalemyers6184]

Would you use this with a PECRON E1500?

[@LukaBrazy.]

I have a question, can I used this for my Pecron P600?. There's an input for 12/18 volts on the Pecron and on the spec sheet of the Elecaenta it says Open-circuit voltage 18.71V and maximum power voltage 22.2V.

[@gulfwarvet103]

Tks been looking for a water proof panel for my Jackery 1000

[@retrotek0409]

Another commentator/panel owner said it's not totally rain proof. It's rain resistant. Light rain is okay, heavy rain means burnt wires. Instructions say no heavy rain.

[@HOBOTECH]

It's rated IPX5 making it water resistant.

[@JL-hw7zh]

Within the unit, are the four individual (sub) panels internally wired in series or parallel?

[@tmanning4usa]

I don't why people purchase these 100 watt solar panels to charge there power stations because it takes forever to charge any thing since most panels will only do about 50% of the Manufacturer claim specs even on the best days full of sun very misleading so on a 120 watt panel you only going to get about 60 watts at any given time max need at least a 200 watt panel to get about 120 watts

[@josephboscolovich6554]

We did go Vanilla Ice

[@619SixFour]

Would I be able to run 2 of these in series or parallel to a DIY battery box?

[@Sirrichz28]

Amazon is not selling these anymore. And they said they don't know if they'll be back in stock again. I saw online where they're trying to sell the name elecaenta if you know of another good brand could you please reply to this... I doubt if Hobotech will see this it's a year old .. I bought one 2 weeks ago very impressed I tried to order another last night ...all gone Maybe they've been bought out.

[@MikeWilliams-yp9kl]

Watched the video BUT those panels are currently unavailable ALREADY

[@klbober]

How can l charge regular battery with this portable panel (120 W elecaenta panel) ?

[@HOBOTECH]

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[@DreadinNY]

Good day. I have more of a personal question in about your review. First of all , in context to your review, I am looking for a portable solution with a high efficiency rating. Off Grid Trek makes what looks to be a great 200 watt solar blanket. Very portable and easy to use many situations. The only problem is the price. $1,500 for a 200 w pound is way out of my league. How do these stack up with those being the competition as far as efficiency? I'm looking for a setup that's not going to break the bank. The second question which is more of the personal opinion is about Arizona. I live in New York and grow weary of the city. I have been racking my brain for a place to transplant. For some reason Arizona looks great to me. I love the open land and of course the access to sun. It's not the same here on the East Coast. What is your opinion on living there? Are the employment opportunities? Do you find your electrical grid to be stable? Is the water clean or do you have to filter? Just looking for a little guidance

[@worldcomicsreview354]

The peak effiency of most solar panels is about 23%, it's definitely not worth paying that much more.

[@lakorai2]

I am not sure if you could do a pair of these with the Bluetti EB3A. That has a max input voltage of 28V and amperage of 8.5A and no more than 28V. This panel is 18V (so no to series, that would make is 36V) and 6.6A (So no to parallel, that would make it 13.2A). Am I coreect with that assessment?

[@HOBOTECH]

Yes you can run one.

[@allaboutroofing2]

I bought an eco flow river 2, it just came 24 hours ago. It says it charges on ubc c, but I plugged mine into USB c and the unit didn't charge and now won't show the output wattage an AC. Will contact Eco flow on Monday, but wanted to share my experience. Not good.

[@worldcomicsreview354]

You can get USB-C current testers that will let you know what's going in or out.

[@allaboutroofing2]

@@worldcomicsreview354 this is what the eco flow should do as well. Appreciate it, but it appears to be a defective unit that eco flow can figure out since I've owned it less than 24 hours before a failure.

[@mycharmedunicorn8715]

Can I use this if my generator requires a 12 V panel? Ty. Ready to buy now

[@HOBOTECH]

This is a 12v panel ...

[@amop33]

I bought two of these from Amazon, and had to return them. They only put out about 46 W each. And I tested them against multiple power stations. Absolutely terrible panels.

[@worldcomicsreview354]

Somebody else makes these, and then a lot of companies stick their own branding on it. I have a Lvyuan one, it didn't come with as many adaptors, though! In May I plugged it into my small Anker power station's 8mm input, and it went right up to the maximum 65w input immediately. For about 10 minutes, then the power station noped out. Over the summer I had the panel set up horizontally over my laundry rails, between two buildings. Very imperfectly placed, but I could get ~55w when the sun was at it's height. I also plugged in both the 8mm and the USB-C, for "dual charging". The Anker's 8mm input isn't very sensitive, but sometimes the USB-C, which starts taking charge at much lower currents, serves to "wake up" the main input. It was left out horizontally in all weathers over Japanese summer, with no obvious ill effects. I now have it hung vertically, to catch the rising sun. Best I've seen in this even-more-imperfect setup is 12w, but that's 10% of the output almost entirely from reflected, not direct, sunlight, which ain't arf bad. At this rate it's only putting about 10% charge into the Anker per day, but better than nothing. Hung vertically, the rain can more easily get into the pouch at the back where the junction box is, but it's only been in one small shower so far. Anker's own Powerport Solar 60 is vastly inferior. It flops in both directions, can't output from more than one port simultaneously (unless you're using 2 USB-A's) and I've never seen it give enough power from the 8mm to even wake up the small Anker it's "made for".