Shade tolerance is a solar panel’s ability to output as much power as possible in non-ideal lighting scenarios. Whether it’s a shadow from a tree branch, nearby power pole, dust + soiling, or even bird droppings, traditional solar panels fail to output meaningful power, instead heating up internal components (like solar cells and bypass diodes) until they fail.

Optivolt Pulse™ is a patented power electronics architecture that recovers the enormous power losses incurred by uneven light availability, outperforming industry-leading solar panels by up to 25x in many shading scenarios.

To ensure consistent function, Optivolt panels should always be wired in parallel (this is actually true for all solar panels). When panels are connected in series, the lowest-performing (panel with most shade) will limit the power from the rest in the array.

Optivolt 100W is compatible with all customized power systems, like traditional solar panels are.

Most custom power systems will require the following additional components: charge controller, battery, inverter, and mounting/wiring accessories

For the easiest installation process, Optivolt recommends the EcoFlow Delta Pro or Power Kit EcoFlow’s Help Me Choose is an excellent resource to estimate the battery size for a particular daily use.

Add all device and appliance daily Watt-Hours together to determine your total Daily Energy Use.

All Climates: Daily Energy Use ÷ 100 (e.g. 1000Wh → 10 panels)
Sunny Year-Round: Daily Energy Use ÷ 200 (e.g. 1000Wh → 5 panels)

To size your battery, multiply your Daily Energy Use by the number of days of backup power you need. We recommend at least 3 days of backup in a sunny climate and at least 5 days of backup in any other climate.

If you’re not happy with your panels, return within 60 days hassle-free for a full refund. Optivolt 100W panels are covered by a 5-year warranty*.

*Return and warranty policies are subject to change. Specific terms will be provided before you are charged the remaining balance for your panels.