Metra 7.5 W 12 V Solar Battery Charger 15 A .41 A 25-30% 2.2 lb Black
A 12 V solar panel delivers up to 7.5 W and .41 A to maintain car, boat or RV batteries with built-in overcharge protection
- Power rating6 W
- Amperage15 A
- Product colorBlack
- Key featuresSturdy ABS frame + Quality solar silicon + PC+ABS, Solar Pow
- Maintains 12 V batteries with a 7.5 W solar panel
- Prevents overcharge and short circuits through a built-in smart protection system
- Impact-resistant tempered glass and an ABS+PC frame withstand wind, snow and scratches
- Connects via cigarette-lighter socket or alligator clips for quick installation
- Suitable for cars, motorcycles, boats, RVs, ATVs and other 12 V applications
What it is and who it serves
The Metra 7.5 W 12 V solar battery charger maintains 12 volt batteries for cars, motorcycles, boats, RVs and similar vehicles. It suits owners who park for long periods and want to offset drain from alarms or electronics without mains power.
Build and daily connections
A sturdy ABS+PC frame with high-transparency tempered glass resists impact, wind, snow and scratches while protecting paintwork. The kit connects through a cigarette lighter socket or directly to battery terminals using the included SAE to lighter adapter and alligator clips.
The spec that decides fit
It delivers 7.5 watts at 12 volts with a 0.41 amp charge current and 25-30 percent conversion efficiency, making it a maintenance charger rather than a fast charger for deeply discharged batteries.
How it compares
Measured against everything we stock in Jump Starters, Chargers & Power Packs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.
- Price $60.99
- Pricier than about 90% of the 1,744 comparable items (median $14.99).
- Power rating 6 W
- Lower than about 90% of the 19 comparable items (median 120 W).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Metra |
| Model name | Solar Powered Battery Chargers 7.5w-B |
| Product color | Black |
| Power | |
| Power rating | 6 W |
| Amperage | 15 A |
Questions about this item
What voltage battery does the 12 V solar charger maintain?
It maintains 12-volt batteries for cars, motorcycles, boats, RVs and similar vehicles.
How does the 7.5 W panel mount to a vehicle?
The ABS+PC frame sits on a dashboard or flat surface; no permanent mounting hardware is included.
Which connection method should I use first, the SAE plug or the alligator clips?
Plug the SAE connector into the cigarette-lighter socket; use the alligator clips directly on the battery terminals only if the socket is not powered with the ignition off.
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