The DFRobot Solar Power Manager is a complete multifunction solar power management module designed for IoT and renewable energy projects. It integrates MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) technology to maximize solar panel efficiency and supports multiple input sources including solar panels, USB chargers, and AC adapters.
This module is capable of delivering up to 2A charging current to a 3.7V lithium battery, while offering three regulated outputs at 5V 1.5A, 3.3V 1A, and 9V/12V 0.5A. Built-in comprehensive protections and independent ON/OFF control for each output make it ideal for low-power applications, solar-powered robotics, and environment monitoring systems.
Features
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MPPT control with selectable settings: 9V / 12V / 18V
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Supports 7V–30V solar input
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Up to 2A charge current via solar, USB, or AC adapter
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Three individually switchable outputs:
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5V 1.5A
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3.3V 1A
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9V/12V 0.5A
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Battery protections: overcharge, overdischarge, overcurrent, reverse connection
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Output protections: short circuit, overcurrent, overheating
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USB charge and USB output supported
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Built with multi-layer ceramic capacitors (MLCC) for stability
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USB port with ESD protection shell
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Wide operating temperature range: -40℃ to +85℃
Applications
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Smart solar-powered monitoring systems
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Solar-powered robots
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Small solar street lamps
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Solar power banks and mobile devices
Specifications
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Solar Power IC: LTC3652
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Solar Input Voltage: 7V–30V
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Battery Type: 3.7V Li-ion / Li-polymer
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Charging Cutoff Voltage: 4.2V ±1%
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MPPT Settings: OFF / 9V / 12V / 18V
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USB Input Voltage: 5V
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Regulated Outputs:
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OUT1: 5V 1.5A
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OUT2: 3.3V 1A
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OUT3: 9V or 12V 0.5A
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Efficiency:
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OUT1: 86% @ 50% load
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OUT2: 92% @ 50% load
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OUT3 (9V): 89% @ 50% load
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USB Charge: 84% @ 1A
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Solar Charge: 78% @ 1A (18V solar input)
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Quiescent Current: <3mA
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Operating Temp: -40℃ ~ +85℃
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Dimensions: 78.0mm × 68.0mm
What’s Included
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1 × Solar Power Manager Module
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3 × Black Jumper Caps
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4 × M3 Nylon Pillars
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4 × M3 Stainless Steel Screws
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1 × 14mm × 14mm Aluminum Cooling Fin
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1 × 14mm × 14mm Thermal Conductive Silicone Pad
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1 × Female DC Power Jack Adapter