Solar Panel Size Guide (with 4 Charts)
Learning about the types of solar panels, their common dimensions, configurations, and solar installation tips will help you choose
Most solar panels are about 1.5 inches thick. The typical classification of solar panel sizes is based on the solar cell size, but it's not very useful for most calculations.
96-cell solar panel size. The dimensions of 96-cell solar panels are 41.5 inches long and 63 inches wide. That's a 41.5×63 solar panel.
A typical US home consumes 877 kWh monthl y. To replace everything with solar, you need a 6.5 kWh solar panel. 60 cell solar panels come in different sizes, ranging from 285 watts to 375 watts. For example: The solar cells vary, but the size of the individual cells are always 6 x 6 inches.
As you can see from the chart earlier, portable solar panels are more varied in size. A good rule of thumb is portable panels for RVs are in the 32 x 62 inch range, sufficient for any camper. They're also lighter than standard solar arrays so it won't stress your RV roof. Please keep in mind that size should not be your only consideration.
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