- What is HQST best known for?
- Foldable portable solar panels and 12V batteries. The 200W and 100W ultra-light panels fold for transport and suit camping, overlanding and van builds. The 4x200W compact bundle is aimed at fixed off-grid setups, and the LiFePO4 deep cycle battery is the storage pick.
- Are HQST panels waterproof?
- The foldable panels are built for outdoor use and handle rain and splashes, but they are not meant to be submerged or left in standing water. Keep the junction box and connectors dry, and bring the panel in during storms.
- What is the difference between the HQST AGM and LiFePO4 batteries?
- The 12V 60Ah AGM is a sealed lead-acid start-stop car battery: simple, tolerant of cold, and suited to engine starting and short accessory loads. The 12V 100Ah Group 22NF LiFePO4 is a deep cycle battery with an LED meter; it weighs less, delivers more usable capacity and lasts through far more cycles, which suits solar storage and trolling motors.
- Does the HQST LiFePO4 battery need a special charger?
- Yes. Use a lithium-profile charger or a solar charge controller set to LiFePO4 voltages; a standard lead-acid charger can stop short of a full charge or overcharge it. Check that your charger or controller lists a lithium or LiFePO4 mode before connecting.
- What warranty does HQST offer?
- HQST covers its solar panels and batteries with a limited manufacturer warranty, and terms differ by product, so confirm the period for the exact item before buying. Keep your order confirmation, since claims go through the seller or HQST support with proof of purchase.
- Are there HQST discount codes?
- Deal.ai checks what HQST products actually cost at every store, so a real markdown shows on this page as a deal as soon as it starts, and each product's page has its price history to tell a sale from its usual price.