Cassette Awnings
What Is a Cassette Awning?
A cassette awning is a retractable shade solution where the awning fabric and support arms are completely housed in a protective cassette when not in use. Unlike roll-out awnings, the cassette design safeguards your fabric from constant UV exposure, extends the awning's lifespan, and delivers a sleek, streamlined profile ideal for easy towing and hassle-free camping. Whether you're exploring the Australian outback or camping on the coast, a caravan cassette awning combines protection, convenience, and modern aesthetics.
Manual vs Electric Cassette Awnings
Cassette awnings come in two operation styles, each suited to different camping preferences and budgets.
Manual cassette awnings use a hand-crank winder for controlled deployment—no batteries or power required, making them reliable, affordable, and perfect for campers who prefer simplicity. The manual approach is ideal if you want zero electrical complexity and long-term dependability.
Electric cassette awnings offer one-touch 12V or 230V remote control for convenience on busy campsites or when setting up frequently. The electric option delivers unmatched ease of use for regular travellers, though it costs more and introduces potential mechanical considerations. Motorhome owners often prefer the electric caravan cassette awning for its effortless deployment and retracting.
Xtend Outdoors stocks both ATRV brand manual and electric models, plus the widest selection of Thule cassette awnings Australia-wide, so you'll find the right solution for your rig and lifestyle.
Xtend Outdoors
Australia's Leading RV Annexes Specialists
Founded in 2004, we are an Australian owned and operated company based on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. As the leading manufacturer of RV Annexes within Australia, we focus on delivering innovative, premium custom-made products at affordable pricing to the Australian market.
