NDS BS 165WP 360 Blacksolar Kit

The NDS BS 165WP 360 BlackSolar Solar Panel Kit is a powerful complete solar system designed for caravans, motorhomes, campervans, boats, and off-grid vehicles. This kit includes a 165W NDS BlackSolar monocrystalline solar panel, MPPT charge controller, wiring kit, and roof cable gland, allowing you to install a full solar charging system quickly and easily.

BlackSolar panels are part of the premium NDS solar range, designed to deliver higher performance than many standard solar panels. They use high-efficiency PERC monocrystalline solar cells, which improve light absorption and allow the panel to generate more energy even in lower sunlight conditions such as early morning or late evening.

The panel features integrated aluminium mounting brackets with aerodynamic side covers, allowing secure installation while maintaining ventilation beneath the panel to prevent overheating and maintain efficiency.

With 165W power output, this solar system can reliably charge leisure batteries used to run lighting, water pumps, USB chargers, fans, televisions, and other 12V caravan appliances while travelling or camping off-grid.

How This Solar Kit Works

A solar kit converts sunlight into electricity and stores it in your leisure battery.

Typical Caravan Solar System

Solar Panel → MPPT Solar Charge Controller → Leisure Battery → 12V Appliances

Role of Each Component

Solar Panel

• Converts sunlight into DC electricity.

Solar Regulator

• Controls voltage and current from the panel.

• Prevents battery overcharging.

• Maximises charging efficiency.

Leisure Battery

• Stores the electricity generated by the solar panel.

This system allows caravans and campervans to generate renewable energy and stay off-grid longer without mains electricity.

Why Choose This Solar Panel Kit?

• Complete 165W caravan solar kit

• High-efficiency PERC monocrystalline solar cells

• Integrated aerodynamic mounting brackets

• Designed for caravans, motorhomes and campervans

• Includes MPPT solar regulator for improved efficiency

• Ideal for off-grid camping and leisure battery charging

BlackSolar panels can produce more electricity than standard solar modules, especially when sunlight is at a lower angle.

What’s Included

• 1 × NDS BlackSolar 165W solar panel

• 1 × Sun Control MPPT solar regulator

• 1 × 6m solar cable

• 1 × roof cable gland

• Installation wiring kit and mounting hardware

This kit provides nearly everything required to install a complete caravan solar power system.

Key Features

• Product Name: NDS BS 165WP 360 BlackSolar Solar Panel Kit

• Brand: NDS

• Manufacturer Part Number: KB165360

• Product Code / SKU: 30935

• Maximum Solar Output: 165W (±3%)

• Nominal Voltage: 12V system

• Solar Cell Type: Monocrystalline PERC

• Efficiency: Up to 19.5%

• Number of Cells: 32

• Open Circuit Voltage: 21.6V

• Maximum Power Voltage: 17.84V

• Maximum Power Current: 9.25A

• Short Circuit Current: 9.78A

• Panel Construction: Tempered glass with aluminium frame

• Cable Length: 6m twin-core cable

• Panel Dimensions: 1495 × 680 × 60 mm

• Condition: New

• Product Weight: Approx. 14 kg

Where It Fits

This solar panel kit is suitable for installation on:

• Touring caravans

• Motorhomes

• Campervans

• Van conversions

• Boats and marine roofs

• Off-grid vehicles

The solar panel is usually installed on the roof of the vehicle, while the solar regulator is mounted inside the vehicle close to the leisure battery.

Suitable For Vehicles

This product is commonly used in:

• VW Transporter campervans (T5 / T6 / T6.1)

• Fiat Ducato motorhomes

• Peugeot Boxer motorhomes

• Citroen Relay campervan conversions

• Ford Transit campervans

Touring caravans including:

• Bailey

• Swift

• Elddis

• Coachman

• Lunar

Installing solar panels on these vehicles allows extended off-grid camping and continuous battery charging.

System Compatibility

Compatible with AGM, gel, lead-acid and lithium leisure batteries depending on the solar regulator configuration.

Fitting Instructions

1. Choose a roof location with maximum sunlight exposure.

2. Secure the solar panel using the integrated mounting brackets.

3. Route the solar cable through the waterproof roof gland.

4. Connect the panel cable to the solar charge controller.

5. Connect the controller to the leisure battery terminals.

6. Test the system to ensure correct charging operation.

Professional installation is recommended for solar systems.

Product Summary

The NDS BS 165WP 360 BlackSolar Solar Panel Kit (30935) is a high-performance solar charging system for caravans, campervans, motorhomes, and off-grid vehicles. Featuring a powerful 165W BlackSolar monocrystalline panel with advanced PERC technology, an MPPT charge controller, and full installation kit, it provides reliable renewable energy wherever you travel.

Perfect for off-grid camping, campervan conversions, and caravan solar upgrades, this system ensures your leisure batteries stay charged while enjoying the freedom of the outdoors.