NUESolar™ Series · New Use Energy

Portable solar panels, built to grow in the field.

Folding, roll-up and modular solar that recharges any SunCase™ without fuel or grid power. Start with one 240W SunFold and scale to a 1,440W array with the same hardware.

1,440WMax SunFold array
72VOperating voltage, long cable runs
TAACompliant tactical options
MC4Standard connectors, no proprietary wiring

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Portable solar panels

Every panel uses standard MC4 connectors and charges every SunCase™ portable power station.

SunFold 240W modular folding solar panel standing in the field

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SunFold 240W

Two high-efficiency 120W modules joined by removable stainless-steel hinges. Deploy one, or connect up to six for a 1,440W array. Damaged module? Replace that one, not the whole array.

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Compare solar panels side by side
PanelOutputForm factorTAABest forPrice
SunFold 240W240W (expands to 1,440W)Modular folding—Base camps, job sites, disaster response$470
120W Tactical Roll-Up120WFlexible roll-upYesVehicles, rucks, harsh environments$890
NUESolar™ 200 Ultralight200WUltralight foldingYesDismounted and federal users$1,499
NUESolar™ 120W120WRigid lightweight, IP65—Small SunCase™ setups, DIY systems$330
NUESolar™ 240W240W, ~72VRigid lightweight—48V battery banks via MPPT$590

The SunFold™ system

One panel today. A full array tomorrow.

Add modules as your power needs grow. Same hardware, standard MC4 branch connectors, no rewiring.

240W1 SunFold
480W2 SunFolds
720W3 SunFolds
960W4 SunFolds
1,200W5 SunFolds
1,440W6 SunFolds
SunFold 240W panels on an adjustable aluminum ground mount
SunFold array on the optional adjustable aluminum mount.
  • 72V operating voltage. Lower current means long 10 AWG cable runs, so the array sits in the sun while your SunCase™ stays under cover.
  • Serviceable by design. Spring-loaded stainless hinge pins let you swap a single module in the field.
  • Mount it anywhere. Ground, rooftops, timber, railroad ties or ballast, with tilt angles for every season.
  • No proprietary parts. Standard MC4 connectors work with SunCase™ and third-party charge controllers.
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Sizing guide

How many solar panels do I need?

Divide the energy you use per day by what one panel produces per day:

Panels = daily Wh ÷ (panel W × peak sun hours × 0.75)

The 0.75 covers real-world losses from heat, dust, angle and wiring. Example: refilling a SunCase™ 1213 (1,280Wh) with 5 peak sun hours takes 1,280 ÷ (240 × 5 × 0.75) = 1.4, so two SunFold 240W panels.

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Military vehicles with NUE solar panels deployed in Ukraine
“The vehicles under my responsibility, with their solar readiness, worked excellently in real time.” — Logistics NCO, Ukrainian brigade

Answers

Portable solar, explained.

What is the best portable solar panel for a power station?
For a SunCase™ or any professional power station, the SunFold 240W is NUE's standard choice: 240W per panel, a 72V operating voltage for efficient charging over long cables, and the ability to expand to 1,440W with the same hardware. For vehicles and rucks, the flexible 120W Tactical Roll-Up is the more durable option.
How many watts of solar do I need?
Panels needed = daily watt-hours ÷ (panel watts × peak sun hours × 0.75). Refilling 1,280Wh with 5 peak sun hours needs about 340W of panels, so two SunFold 240W panels. Use the power planning tool to size your exact loads.
Why does a 72V solar panel matter?
Higher voltage means lower current for the same power, so less energy is lost in the cable. That lets you run long 10 AWG extensions and keep panels in full sun while batteries and gear stay in the shade or out of sight. A single ~72V panel can also charge a 48V battery bank through a standard MPPT controller.
Are NUE solar panels TAA compliant?
Yes, two models: the NUESolar™ 120W Tactical Roll-Up and the NUESolar™ 200 Tactical Ultralight are TAA compliant for federal and military buyers. See the Military Buyer's Guide for procurement details.
Do portable solar panels work on cloudy days?
Yes, at reduced output. Expect a fraction of rated power under heavy cloud. Size your array with extra margin, or pair solar with wall, vehicle or generator charging so your SunCase™ stays topped up.
Can portable solar panels power a house?
Not a whole house on their own, but a portable array paired with a high-capacity power station can run essentials like lights, communications, medical devices and a refrigerator during an outage. For larger loads, NUE recommends distributed power: several SunCase™ units and SunFold arrays, or a SunKit™ or SunWing™ system.
Can I connect NUE panels to other brands' equipment?
Yes. NUE panels use standard MC4 connectors, so they work with any compatible charge controller or power station. Check the input voltage and wattage limits of your equipment before connecting.

Spec your solar array.

Talk to our team about the right panels for your mission — from a single SunFold on a SunCase™ 605 to a multi-kilowatt array for a base camp or job site.

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