Choosing the right panel for your power station
Wattage, connectors and real-world output: how to pick the right panel for Jackery, EcoFlow and Anker.
Quick take
Match the panel’s connector and operating voltage to your power station’s specs; aim for practical portability and 70–80% real output.
How to use the calculator
- Open the calculator linked below.
- Enter the numbers that match your setup.
- Use our rules of thumb to sanity-check the result.
Rules of thumb
- Start with daily kWh ÷ peak sun hours.
- Apply a 15–25% derate for losses.
- Round up to the next standard panel size.