THE HARD KORR® GUARANTEE

All Hard Korr® products are manufactured using the highest quality materials. We are confident that they are the most durable in the market and will give you many years of reliable service. We stand behind this product with a comprehensive 3-year Australian warranty, plus a 30-day money back guarantee.

Key benefits

• ULTIMATE CELL EFFICIENCY: certified A-grade monocrystalline cells with solid copper backing and 20 points of contact.
• UNRIVALLED DURABILITY: Military-grade 1680D ballistic nylon canvas outer and bag is water repellent and highly abrasion resistant.
• OPTIMAL ENERGY CAPTURE: Inbuilt legs are set at ideal angle for maximum solar energy absorption.
• SIMPLE SETUP: Product includes detachable 6-stage PWM smart solar regulator and all necessary cables to get you up and running quickly.
• STAYS IN PLACE: Reinforced eyelets and included tent pegs allow the mat to be anchored to the ground in windy weather.
• EASILY TRANSPORTABLE: The mat weighs just 8.6kg and includes a carry bag with pocket for your regulator and cables.

 

1680D ballistic nylon canvas

The outside of your solar panel and the carry bag are going to be exposed to heaps of scrapes and bumps over the years, and the canvas used to make them needs to be strong enough to handle it. For our heavy-duty solar mats we’ve specified the toughest material we could find, called 1680D Ballistic Nylon.

This heavyweight polyurethane-coated synthetic canvas was originally designed by DuPont Corporation for use by the United States military, and got the name ‘ballistic’ because it was most commonly found in anti-fragmentation ballistic jackets, before the invention of Kevlar. Nowadays it is primarily used to protect high-wear areas on products such as motorcycle gear and luggage.

Not only is 1680D Ballistic Nylon highly abrasion-resistant, it is also water-repellent. Whilst we don’t recommend you intentionally leave the panels out in a prolonged heavy downpour, they are IP64 waterproof and will not be damaged from exposure to rain.

Lithium-compatible smart regulator

This product comes bundled with our smart solar regulator.

This regulator will optimally charge a range of battery types, including AGM, Gel, Calcium, Wet and all lithium variants. It contains a host of smart electronics including reverse polarity protection, short circuit protection, reverse current protection, overcharge protection and more.

Its large, backlit LCD screen provides useful information relating to power input and battery charge level, and inbuilt LEDs provide a quick-reference indicator of battery charge status.

It is also the first solar regulator to have the ability to automatically ‘wake up’ a lithium that has been put into sleep mode after the over-discharge protection circuit has been tripped. Simply connect the regulator to the battery and it will deliver special small-current pulses until the battery has recovered enough to be charged normally.

The Crocskin® difference

Sitting under the baking hot sun for many hours at a time means solar mats are exposed to large quantities of ultraviolet light and generate a significant amount of heat every time they are used. The materials used in the construction of the mat must be resistant to both, as well as being flexible and impact resistant.

Our exclusive Crocskin® cell armour coating has been specifically designed with this in mind. It provides an excellent protective barrier to the solar cells, increasing their durability and lifespan.

In fact, our Crocskin® coating showed no signs of deterioration after an accelerated weathering test that simulated 30 years’ sun exposure.

Specifications

Cell type	A-grade monocrystalline silicon
Cell efficiency	20.5%
Cell backing	Solid copper
Cell coating	Crocskin® cell armour
Wattage	150w
Working max. voltage	18V
Working max. current	8.33A
Open Circuit	21.24V
Short Circuit	9.17A
Size (folded)	710mm x 530mm x 30mm
Size (unfolded)	1870mm x 700mm
Operating temperature	-30°C to 70°C
Weight	7.5kg
Certifications	CE, RoHS, C-Tick

Pack Contents

1x	150w heavy duty portable solar panel
1x	10A 5-stage smart solar regulator (now lithium compatible)
1x	5m lead with Anderson-style plugs
1x	1.5m Anderson-style plug to battery clamp cable
4x	Tie down pegs
1x	Protective carry bag

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What separates a Hard Korr® folding solar mat from cheaper models?

Mostly it comes down to quality of materials and manufacturing. We specify certified A-grade monocrystalline solar cells for optimum efficiency and lifespan, solid copper cell backing with 20 points of contact, extra-tough 1680D canvas and exclusive Crocskin® armour coating for durability. Our panels are manufactured to a very high standard including strong stitching and careful wiring. That’s why we are able to offer a long 3-year warranty!

Do I have to use the included controller?

You must always use a controller between the solar panel and your battery, but if you have your own solar controller (e.g. built into a camper trailer or RV) you can use that instead. We include an Anderson plug connector in the box.

How do I position my solar mat?

You can place your solar mat anywhere it receives direct sunlight. This might be on your windscreen or bonnet, on top of your awning, on your roof rack, or on the ground using the inbuilt legs. You will experience a moderate increase in output if you are able to angle the panels 30-45° to the sun.

If one cell is shaded or blocked, does the whole panel stop producing electricity?

No. Our mat is designed with bypass diodes to ensure that if one cell is not producing power the rest of the cells are unaffected. This is another difference between a Hard Korr panel and cheaper models.

Can I leave my mat out in the weather?

Yes, Hard Korr solar mats are designed to withstand rain and even hail. However, your panel will not generally produce much electricity during inclement weather so we recommend you bring it inside at these times. If your solar mat gets wet, please ensure it is thoroughly dried prior to storage.

Which panel do I need for my setup?

Start by finding out the total current draw of all the equipment you wish to use. Multiply this figure by the number of hours the equipment is generally used to get the total amp hours consumed. Solar panels can generally provide their stated output for 8 hours per day, so multiply the stated output by 8 hours to find out how many amp hours your solar mat can provide. Here’s a worked example:

You use a Hard Korr 5-bar camp kit for 4 hours per day (3A x 4h = 12Ah) 
You use a fridge for 24 hours per day that draws 1.5A per hour (1.5A x 24h = 36Ah) 
Total consumption = 48Ah 
Add 25% buffer = 48 x 1.25 = 60Ah 
Solar panel output required = 60Ah / 8 = 7.5A 
Hard Korr’s 150w portable solar panel produces up to 8.33A per hour on a clear day and will be sufficient in these circumstances.