The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 17,000, brand new and sealed in grey (model SC072). Rated at 140W, it is the next size up from our 120W panel and is meant to feed the solar input of a portable power station. The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel folds flat for transport and unfolds into a broad array that gathers sunlight across a full working day. Buy it in person at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, a short walk from Kencom.
Built for buyers who lean on a power station every day, not just in emergencies, the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel suits estate households in Kitengela and Ruiru, contractors on building sites, journalists and film crews working upcountry, and NGO field staff. A large power station brings one real problem: it takes a long time to refill. The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel puts more energy back during the strong hours of Kenyan sun, so the station starts each evening fuller. For homes facing repeated KPLC outages in a week, that difference shows up every night.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops carry either tiny phone panels or rigid rooftop modules, Mascom International stocks the full Choetech folding range from 22W to 400W. That makes the step from 120W to 140W a measured choice rather than a guess. Buyers throughout Kenya tell us they choose the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel when their station runs every evening, not only during outages. Come to Kimathi Street to compare it with the 120W and 200W panels side by side, or send us a WhatsApp message and pay on delivery.
Common Questions About the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel
How much does the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel cost in Kenya?
The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel costs KSh 17,000 brand new and sealed at Mascom International, Kimathi Street, Nairobi. That includes the 12-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery nationwide. It is KSh 1,000 above the Choetech 120W Foldable Solar Panel and KSh 5,000 below the Choetech 200W foldable panel. For buyers who want more than the 120W without the bulk and cost of the 200W, this is the middle step. Pay by M-Pesa at the counter, or pay the rider after you have unfolded and inspected the panel at your door.
Should I buy the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel or the Choetech 200W foldable panel?
Choose the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel for a 400W to 800W power station, and the 200W panel for a 1200W station or heavier daily use. The 200W panel costs KSh 22,000, carries 60W more rated output and opens into a bigger footprint. The 140W is easier to handle on a rooftop or at a field site. If your Dash 2 800W runs lights, Wi-Fi and a TV each evening, the 140W is the better value. Visit our store to open both panels and judge the size for yourself.
Does the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel work with the Choetech Dash 2 800W?
The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel is a natural partner for the Choetech Dash 2 800W, which Mascom International sells at KSh 57,500. The panel feeds the station's solar input, and the station stores the energy for evening use. The cable plug and the station's accepted voltage range must match the panel, so our staff confirm the connection when you buy both. Customers who already own a Dash 2 can send its model label on WhatsApp.
Can the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel handle Kenya's dust and heat?
The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel is made for outdoor daytime use, including dusty and hot sites, as long as you clean and store it well. Murram dust on a farm road in Machakos settles on the cells and cuts output, so wipe the surface daily. Strong heat in places like Lodwar lowers output slightly, so prop it at an angle for airflow. Near Mombasa and Malindi, dry the plugs after use, because salty air speeds up corrosion.
Is the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel worth it for a home with frequent KPLC outages?
For a home with a power station and outages several times a week, the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel pays its way by refilling the station for free. Without a panel, the station only recharges once grid power returns, which may be after you need it again. With the panel on a sunny roof or balcony, the station gains charge every bright day. Over a year, that saves on generator fuel and keeps Wi-Fi, lights and TV running. Families working from home in Kitengela or Syokimau feel the gain most during long weekday outages.
Can the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel power a TV or fridge directly?
No, the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel cannot run a TV or fridge on its own. Its output is direct current that rises and falls with the sun, and household appliances need steady mains-type power. A power station converts and stores that energy, then runs your appliances through its sockets. Whether it can run a fridge depends on the station's rating, so check that with Mascom International before relying on it for cold storage.
Is the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel easy to set up for camping and field work?
Setting up the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel is quick: unfold it, face it toward the sun, connect the lead to your power station, and charging begins. No tools, mounting frames or wiring skills are needed. Survey teams and safari campers in Samburu often place it on open ground or a vehicle roof. Keep the station in shade beside it, and pack the panel away before evening wind or rain arrives. Fold it the same way each time so the hinges and cable stay neat.
Who should buy the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel, and who should skip it?
The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel suits owners of mid-size power stations, especially the Dash 2 800W, who want a daily solar refill. Skip it if you only charge phones and power banks, because the Choetech 40W Foldable Solar Panel at KSh 8,500 is lighter and does that job well. Skip it too if you run a Ridge 2 2400W or Haze 3600W hard; the 300W or 400W panel matches those better.
Technical Specifications
Solar Cells and Output
- 140W rated wattage — the lab-measured figure; outdoor output comes closest to it in clear sky with the panel squarely facing the sun.
- 20W more rated output than the 120W panel — about one-sixth extra energy collected over the same day of sun.
- Shading any section drags down the whole panel — keep poles, branches and passing shadows off the cells during charging.
- Early morning and late afternoon sun gives only part of midday output — angling the panel toward the sun recovers much of it.
- No storage inside the panel — every watt goes straight to the connected station while the sun is up, and nothing is held back for after dark.
Ports and Compatibility
- DC output lead for portable power station solar inputs — the main route this panel uses to deliver its energy.
- Solar socket types vary between station brands — DC barrel, Anderson and XT60 plugs are common, and an adapter bridges a mismatch.
- The station's accepted voltage window must cover the panel's output — it is printed on the station's rating plate and manual.
- Matches the Choetech Dash series in our range — the Dash Plus 400W, Dash 2 800W and Dash 3 1200W, all sold at our Kimathi Street store.
- Direct USB charging depends on the panel version — ask on WhatsApp whether the SC072 unit in stock carries USB ports.
Weather Resistance
- Suited to open-air daytime work in sun, dust and passing showers — pack it away before heavy storms arrive.
- Wind can lift a large unfolded panel — weigh down the corners or tie it to a fixed point on exposed ground.
- Salty or humid air speeds up corrosion on metal connectors — wipe and dry the plugs after each use near the sea.
- Clean the cells with plain water and a soft cloth once a week or after dusty days — skip detergents and scouring pads, which dull the surface and cut output.
- Store it folded in a dry place — weeks in damp storage are harder on the wiring than daily sun.
Build and Portability
- Folding layout — collapses into a single flat pack that fits a car boot, pickup bed or storeroom shelf between uses, then opens out again in seconds.
- Larger opened footprint than the 120W panel — plan for a clear patch of roof, lawn or open ground in full sun.
- Unfolds without tools — open the panels, face them at the sun, connect the lead, and charging starts at once.
- Grey finish — a plain colour that suits rooftops, campsites, building sites and farm yards alike.
- Brand new and sealed stock — the panel arrives unused, and the 12-month warranty begins on the purchase date.
Pairing with Power Stations
- Dash 2 800W at KSh 57,500 — a strong everyday match for home backup running TV, lights and Wi-Fi through the evening.
- Dash 3 1200W at KSh 79,000 — more stored energy; the 140W panel refills part of it each sunny day, and the 200W panel refills more.
- Dash Plus 400W at KSh 31,500 — it works, though the 120W panel at KSh 16,000 usually covers that station for less.
- Haze 2 1800W, Ridge 2 2400W and Haze 3600W — large stations where the 300W or 400W panel keeps pace better.
- Every station caps its own solar intake — it only accepts as many watts as its input allows, whatever the panel offers.
Package Contents
The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel comes brand new and sealed in Choetech retail packaging. Connecting leads and adapters vary between production runs and between the stations they are meant for, so message us on WhatsApp to confirm the box contents for the SC072 before you order. Where your station takes a different plug, Mascom International will point you to the right adapter cable, and you can bring the station to our Kimathi Street store to check the connection.
Warranty
The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Cells that stop generating and faulty leads or connectors fall under that cover. Bring the panel and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk, where our team handles the claim.
Where to Buy the Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel in Kenya
The Choetech 140W Foldable Solar Panel is available in grey at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Drop in to unfold the panel, hold it beside the 120W and 200W models, and plan a panel and power station pairing with our team.
Questions, quotes and orders go through any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver to all 47 counties with payment on arrival, so you inspect the panel first. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, and other major towns including Nakuru, Thika, Embu, Kakamega and Malindi get delivery within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The panel carries the 12-month warranty described above. Mascom International gives straight answers on what each panel can and cannot do, posts clear prices, and keeps helping on WhatsApp long after the sale.
