{"product_id":"180w-black-semi-flexible-fibreglass-solar-panel-with-round-rear-junction-box-and-3m-cable-with-durable-etfe-coating-flaxbjb-180m","title":"180W black semi-flexible fibreglass solar panel with round rear junction box and 3m cable, with durable ETFE coating","description":"\u003c!-- \n  ***********************************************************\n  EBAY LISTING DATA\n  ***********************************************************\n  OPTIMIZED EBAY TITLE (80 Chars): 180W Black Semi-Flexible Solar Panel ETFE Rear Junction Box 12V FLAXBJB-180M\n  SEO NOTES: Grounded in SKU research for Photonic Universe \/ FLAX series. \n  Verified electrical specs (20.5V\/8.79A) and physical dimensions. \n  Fitment covers Marine, Motorhome, and Off-grid applications.\n--\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333333; max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n    \"@type\": \"Product\",\n    \"name\": \"180W Monocrystalline Black Semi-Flexible Solar Panel - Rear Junction Box\",\n    \"description\": \"High-efficiency 180W semi-flexible solar panel with ETFE coating and rear-mounted junction box. 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Featuring a unique \u003cstrong\u003erear-mounted junction box\u003c\/strong\u003e, this panel allows for a completely flush installation, eliminating trip hazards and reducing wind drag on vehicle roofs. The fiberglass reinforcement combined with a rugged ETFE top layer provides superior durability and resistance to salt water, making it the professional choice for yachts, campervans, and off-grid systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 5px solid #27ae60; padding: 15px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #27ae60;\"\u003eADVANCED DURABILITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered with ETFE (Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene) for higher light transmission and extreme resistance to corrosion and cracking compared to standard PET panels.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: 20px; gap: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eRear Junction Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates a seamless, level surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eSemi-Flexible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conforms to curved surfaces (up to 250mm arch).\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eETFE Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt-water resistant and anti-reflective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Thin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only 3mm profile for low aerodynamic impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003ePre-Wired:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes 3m of 4mm² dual-core solar cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: right;\"\u003e180W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Power Voltage (Vmp):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: right;\"\u003e20.5V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Power Current (Imp):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: right;\"\u003e8.79A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Circuit Voltage (Voc):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: right;\"\u003e24.0V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort Circuit Current (Isc):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: right;\"\u003e9.22A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: right;\"\u003e1470 x 665 x 3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; text-align: right;\"\u003e3.15 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eApplication \u0026amp; Fitment Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ecf0f1;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eSystem \/ Use Case\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; 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border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRemote Lighting, Backup Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRequires 12V Solar Charge Controller.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-top: none; background-color: #ffffff; color: #444; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlush Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e To achieve a perfectly level finish, a small recess\/hole must be cut into the mounting surface to accommodate the circular rear-mounted junction box (approx. 30mm diameter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBonding:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend using a high-quality structural adhesive (such as Sikaflex 252 or 512) for permanent bonding to vehicle roofs or boat decks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; background-color: #fcfcfc; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eIs this a genuine solarika \/ Aftermarket part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThis is a premium quality aftermarket solar panel sourced to meet the high technical standards required by solarika for mobile and marine power applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eDo I need a charge controller for this panel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eYes. This panel must be used with a suitable solar charge controller (PWM or MPPT) to regulate the voltage before it reaches your 12V battery bank. It should not be connected directly to a battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eCan I walk on this solar panel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eWhile the panel is reinforced with fiberglass and ETFE for durability, we recommend avoiding high-traffic areas. Occasional light treading with soft-soled deck shoes is generally acceptable if the panel is fully bonded to a flat, solid surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; text-align: center; font-size: 14px; color: #7f8c8d; border-top: 1px solid #eee; padding-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please verify measurements (1470 x 665mm) and your mounting space before purchasing. Professional installation is recommended for marine and vehicle roof bonding. 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