Question 1

Is the solar charge controller compatible with "LiFePo4 chemistry" batteries?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but it depends on your battery setup. the DOKIO charge controller included with the 200W foldable solar panel kit can be configured for LIFEPO4 batteries (battery setting B03).  But, the manual only describes usage for a 12V LIFEPO4 12v 4s setup (4s = 4 cells at 3.2V each, 12.8 volts in series).   This is a solid little 4-stage PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) charge controller.  PWM charge controllers typically run 80% efficient.  It is free with the panels so it costs you nothing to determine if it meets your needs.  The more expensive MPPT charge controllers typically run >95% efficient so if maximizing the amount of usable power from your panels is important you will want to upgrade to an MPPT controller at some point.

DOKIO charge controller details:

12v 20Amp
2 USB ports (5v max 2A) that can be used without battery attached
3 battery type settings B01, B02, B03
Lead-Acid
Setting B01 = charges at 13.7V
Low Volt cutoff = 10.7V
Low Volt reconnect 12.6V
Lithium Ion 3s (3 x 3.7 V = 11.1V)
Setting B02 = charges at 12.6V
Low volt cutoff = 9.0V
Low volt reconnect = 10.5V
LIFEPO4 4s (3 x 3.2V = 12.8V)
Setting B03 = charges at 14.6V
Low volt disconnect 10.0V
Low volt reconnect 12.0V

PWM vs MPPT Efficiency comparison (eg: panels generating 17.7V x 9.2A = 163 watts)

PWM controller 80%, 163watts x .8 = 130watts usable
MPPT controller 95%, 163watts = 155watts usable

Question 2

Can i charge lithium batteries?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mine puts out about 15 amps max

Question 3

Is it plug compatible with any portable generators?

Accepted Answer

SAE connectors aren’t great, 10AWG is small dia, but the included XT60 can connect to many “solar generators” (including AC200 from Bluetti) which are more-accurately called “power stations”. Review by Bob Wells is laudatory. More than enough “adaptors” included.....

Question 4

Can this be connected directly to a solar generator?

Accepted Answer

The panels are connected to the controller with SAE (2 flat). If you are looking to directly connect them to a portable generator, you will need to purchase an adaptor.

ASIN	B07VL4LVF1
Amperage Capacity	16.67 A
Best Sellers Rank	#8,002 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #26 in Solar Panels
Brand Name	DOKIO
Connector Type	SAE/XT60/DC/Alligator clip
Customer Reviews	4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (3,806)
Efficiency	High Efficiency
Folded Size	19.337.41.1in
Included Components	Bag
Item Dimensions L x W x H	37.4"L x 19.3"W x 1.1"H
Item Type Name	solarpanel
Item Weight	15.2 pounds
Manufacturer	DOKIO
Manufacturer Part Number	DOKIO-FFSP
Manufacturer Warranty Description	1 year
Material Type	Monocrystalline Silicon
Maximum Power	300 watts
Maximum Voltage	18 volts
Model Number	Solarpanel -300w
Output Voltage	12 volts_of_direct_current
Special Features	Foldable, Lightweight, Easy to Store
UPC	682559946512
Unit Count	1 Count

DOKIO 300W Portable Foldable Solar Panel Kit with Charge Controller | Folds to 19.3 x 37.4 in and weighs 15.2 lb; USB ports; for 12V batteries, power stations, RVs, and camping

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