Compact 5V Solar Panel with Clip Lead

Add a small daylight input to a correctly designed low-power project. This polycrystalline panel has a 5V label and clip lead. It is for makers matching a solar component to the load and regulation circuit.

• ✅ Collect electricity in daylight — Polycrystalline cells provide a solar source.
• ✅ Fit a small project surface — A thin panel uses a compact footprint.
• ✅ Connect to suitable terminals — A clip lead is described.
• ✅ Place the source near the project — A short cable provides some layout flexibility.

A panel component rather than a complete charger

The 5V working-voltage label does not approve direct battery charging. A 3.7V cell application still needs the correct chemistry-aware charging controller and protection.

The panel is approximately 173 × 99 × 2 mm with a 35 cm cable and 6.2V open-circuit label. The 10W title claim is not supported by a confirmed current rating, so no such output is promised.

Technical details

• Material: Polycrystalline silicon
• Working-voltage label: 5V
• Open-circuit voltage stated: 6.2V
• Size: 173 × 99 × 2 mm
• Cable: Approximately 35 cm
• Package: One panel

Check the load and charging regulation before adding a small solar input to your project.

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