Mascom International stocks the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel (model SC071) at KSh 16,000, brand new and sealed, in grey. It is a 120W portable panel built to recharge a power station from sunlight, folding into a pack for the car and opening into a wide sheet of cells on site. The Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel carries three times the rated wattage of our 40W panel, which is the difference between topping up a phone and refilling a home backup battery. See it at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Designed for homes, farms and small businesses that own or plan to buy a power station, the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel solves a common problem. A power station carries a house through one long KPLC blackout, then sits flat until the grid returns. With the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel on the roof or in the yard, it refills from the sun instead. Event organisers in Kisumu and Mombasa use the pairing for lights and phone charging at outdoor venues, while field engineers carry it to sites with no supply at all.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya, Mascom International sells this panel and the Choetech power stations side by side, so our staff can check the cable against your station's solar input before you leave. At Mascom International, we're seeing more buyers pair the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel with the Dash Plus 400W Portable UPS Power Station as a quiet, fuel-free alternative to a small petrol generator. Walk in to see the panel opened up, bring your own station to check the fit, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it arrives.
Common Questions About the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel
What is the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel price in Kenya?
The Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel sells for KSh 16,000 brand new and sealed at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi. The price covers the 12-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery to every county. It costs KSh 7,500 more than the Choetech 40W Foldable Solar Panel and KSh 1,000 less than the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel, so the real decision is between the two larger panels if you own a power station. You can pay by M-Pesa or cash in store, or on delivery once you have checked the panel.
Which power stations can the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel charge?
The Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel is made to charge portable power stations through their solar input. In our Choetech range, the natural partners are the Dash Plus 400W Portable UPS Power Station at KSh 31,500 and the Dash 2 800W at KSh 57,500. Power stations differ in input socket and accepted voltage, so the plug and range must match. Send Mascom International your station model on WhatsApp and we will confirm the fit before you pay.
Should I pick the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel or the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel?
Pick the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel if you charge a small or mid-size station and want the lower price; pick the 140W for faster refills on a larger station. The gap is KSh 1,000 for 20W more rated output, and the 140W panel needs more cell area to deliver it. For a Dash Plus 400W at home, the 120W covers most needs. For a Dash 2 800W used daily, the 140W earns its extra cost.
Can a solar panel replace a generator during KPLC blackouts?
For lights, a Wi-Fi router, a TV and phone charging, a Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel paired with a power station can replace a small generator during daytime and evening KPLC outages. The panel refills the station in daylight, and the station runs your devices at night. It will not run heavy loads beyond the station's rating, such as an electric kettle on a small unit. You also lose the generator's noise, fuel costs and fumes.
Is the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel good for a farm in Kenya?
Yes, the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel suits farms that need light and charging away from the grid, paired with a power station. A farmer in Kiambu or Nyandarua can run poultry-house lights, charge phones for M-Pesa payments and keep a radio going. It is not a pump system: borehole and irrigation pumps need fixed solar installations sized by a technician. For anything mobile across a shamba, the folding design is easier than a fixed roof panel.
How many hours of sun does the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel need?
There is no fixed figure, because refill time depends on your power station's capacity, the sky and how you angle the panel. Kenya's strongest sun usually falls between late morning and mid-afternoon, and those hours do most of the work. A clear day refills far more than an overcast one during the long rains. Moving the panel to follow the sun two or three times a day also helps. Ask Mascom International about your station on WhatsApp and we will tell you what a typical day of sun looks like with it.
Can I use the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel at outdoor events and markets?
Yes, the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel is a practical day-long power source for weddings, harambees, church events, open-air markets and sports days. Paired with a power station, it keeps lights, phone charging points and a small PA setup going without a noisy generator near the guests. Set it up in full sun away from foot traffic, keep the cable tidy, and leave the power station in the shade so it does not overheat. Start the day with the station fully charged from the mains, and let the panel replace what the event draws.
Who should buy the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel, and who should skip it?
Buy the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel if you own a portable power station and want it refilled daily from sunlight. Skip it if you only charge phones and power banks; the Choetech 40W Foldable Solar Panel at KSh 8,500 is lighter and cheaper for that. Skip it too if you run the Haze 2 1800W or a larger station heavily, where the 300W or 400W Choetech panel keeps up better.
Technical Specifications
Solar Cells and Output Rating
- 120W rated wattage — measured under standard lab sunlight; expect lower figures outdoors, rising toward the rating on clear, bright middays.
- Three times the rated wattage of the 40W panel — a step sized for refilling a power station rather than charging one phone.
- Real output depends on sun angle, cloud, heat and shade — even a strip of shadow across a few cells cuts power noticeably.
- Rated wattage is a ceiling, not an average — a full day of strong sun matters more than the peak figure for refilling a station.
- Output stops at sunset — the panel stores nothing itself, so the power station holds the energy for evening use.
Ports, Cables and Compatibility
- DC output cable for power station solar inputs — plugs into the solar or DC charging socket of a compatible portable power station.
- Connector type must match — power stations use different solar sockets, such as DC barrel, Anderson or XT60 plugs.
- Panel voltage must sit inside the station's accepted solar input range — the range is printed on the station's label and manual.
- Built around Choetech power stations — the Dash Plus 400W and Dash 2 800W are the closest matches in our range.
- USB outputs for direct phone charging vary between panel versions — confirm on WhatsApp whether your unit carries them.
Weather Resistance
- Made for outdoor daytime use in sun, dust and light rain — fold it and bring it under cover during heavy storms.
- Keep plugs and the junction box dry — water in a connector can damage the power station input it feeds.
- A layer of dust reduces output — wipe the cells with a soft damp cloth, never a stiff brush that can scratch them.
- Heat lowers cell output slightly — propping the panel at an angle lets air flow underneath and keeps it cooler.
- The power station belongs in the shade — most stations slow or pause charging when they get too hot.
Build and Portability
- Folds into a carry-sized pack — rides in a car boot, pickup bed or matatu roof carrier and opens out at the site.
- Opens into a wide sheet of cells — needs a clear patch of ground, a flat roof or a vehicle bonnet facing the sun.
- Larger than the 40W panel — sized for vehicle transport and fixed daily setups rather than a hiking daypack.
- Grey finish — a neutral colour that sits quietly on a rooftop, a farm yard or an event stage.
- Brand new and sealed stock — the panel reaches you unused, and the 12-month warranty starts on the day of purchase.
Pairing with Power Stations
- Dash Plus 400W Portable UPS Power Station at KSh 31,500 — the smallest UPS-class Choetech station we stock and a sensible first partner.
- UPS-class stations switch to battery automatically when mains power drops — the router and TV stay on without a restart.
- Dash 2 800W at KSh 57,500 — more stored energy for home backup; one panel refills it over more hours of sun.
- SG200 Portable DC Power Station at KSh 14,500 — a DC unit for lights, routers and phones; confirm its input first.
- Haze 2 1800W, Ridge 2 2400W and Haze 3600W stations — large batteries that benefit from more panel wattage, such as the 300W or 400W.
Package Contents
The Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel ships brand new and sealed in Choetech retail packaging. Output cabling and connector adapters differ between production runs and depend on the station they are meant to feed, so ask us on WhatsApp to confirm what is in the box with the SC071 before you order. If your power station needs a different plug, Mascom International will advise on the right adapter cable, and you are welcome to bring the station in to check the fit.
Warranty
The Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. That covers cells that stop producing power and faulty output cabling or connectors. Bring the panel and your receipt to our service desk in Nairobi CBD, and our team takes the claim from there.
Buying the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel from Mascom International
You will find the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel in grey at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Visit to see the panel unfolded, compare it with the 140W model, and ask which Choetech power station fits your home, farm or business.
To order or ask a question, use any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival across all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and other major towns such as Kisumu, Mombasa, Nyeri, Machakos and Kericho receive them within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit is covered by the 12-month warranty set out above. We describe each panel honestly, keep our prices clear, and our team stays on WhatsApp after delivery to help you connect the panel to your station.
