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XPower Powerpack 1500 supplies up to 1500 watt household electricity.

Amazon Sales Rank: #4820 in Lawn & Patio Brand: Xantrex Model: 802-1500 Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 14.80" h x 11.90" w x 15.80" l, 60.00 pounds Supplies up to 1,500 watt household electricity 1,500 watt inverter and 51Ah AGM battery AC and DC plug included Portable, wheeled design Excellent alternative to generators

Amazon.com Product Review The XPower Powerpack 1500 is a portable power system that produces household electricity for products rated at 1500 watts or less. A clean and quiet alternative to a generator, the XPower Powerpack integrates a 60 Amp/hour AGM battery with a 1500-watt inverter and produces a 3000-watt surge. This system is built to run a range of appliances such as a standard size refrigerator and microwave oven, and office equipment such as a computer, monitor, and fax machine. The XPower Powerpack 1500 is designed for ultimate portability. See the product specifications. View the generator in greater detail. A convenient design feature allows for easy set-up of the cart. View larger. The XPower Powerpack 1500 consists of a battery pack that stores electrical energy, state-of-the-art electronics that convert 12 volts from the battery pack to household power, an AC power panel that contains two standard outlets, and a DC power panel that is used to run 12 volt products. These components are packaged into a rugged "cart" with a removable waist handle that allows XPower Powerpack 1500 to be wheeled from room-to-room or outdoors over rough terrain. An excellent alternative to a generator, the XPower Powerpack produces no noise or fumes and has no moving parts. With the accessories provided, you can easily recharge the XPower Powerpack using standard utility power from your wall outlet, your vehicle, or from a solar panel. The XPower Powerpack can be used to produce power for numerous applications. For power emergencies it can run essential appliances like refrigerators, cordless/mobile phones, radios, fireplace fans, table lamps, or microwaves. For work sites, you can power your drills, belt sanders, circular saws, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, vacuums, computers, large monitors, fax machines, and inkjet printers. For plain old fun, you can use the power source to run blenders, video games, TV and VCRs, satellite equipment, coffee makers, portable coolers and more. The XPower Powerpack features a built-in 1500 watt inverter and sealed, non-spillable 60 Amp-hour AGM battery. Dual AC outlets allow operation of multiple products, and a built-in battery level indicator confirms the charge level. A high surge protection and automatic over-temperature and overload shutdown keeps the Powerpack running safely and efficiently, while a low voltage alarm and shutdown prevents deep battery discharge. You can recharge the Powerpack from home (up to 15 hours), or your vehicle (6 to 8 hours). A padded grip towing handle removes easily for storage in tight places, and built-in handles on sides allow for easy lifting. The XPower Powerpack measures 14.8 x 15.6 x 12.3 inches (HxWxD), weighs 60 pounds, and is backed by a 1-year limited warranty.

Most helpful customer reviews 135 of 139 people found the following review helpful. Powers a large Karaoke machine for five+ hours By RicR2 I needed a powerful but sealed power-pack (sealed battery + converter) for poolside use, to power a large 110-volt karaoke machine for five hours a day. The Xatrex 1500 is the only power-pack I've found that meets this requirement. It was a pleasant surprise to find that the wheels have rubber rather than (noisy) plastic treads. The first 1500 stopped working with a bang after two hours. When I phoned the Xantrex company, the technician I soon was talking to quickly concluded that my 1500 had malfunctioned and recommended that I return it. I was pleased with this candor. The second 1500 has worked for about a month now. Not obvious is that the 1500 has a small storage cabinet, in which I store an extension cord. Both 1500s arrived undamaged. A disclaimer is that I bought my 1500s from costo-dot-comm, which is relevant because perhaps Costco uses different packaging for shipping. The "large karaoke machine" is a MegaStar CM-K1100, and its average draw has been 30-something watts. 9/18/06 Update: Around July the charge time dropped to under four hours. When I called Xantrex, the technician told me that battery life is about 200 charges. 101 of 103 people found the following review helpful. Good all-in-one package By A Customer The Xpower 1500 is a good backup system as it has eveything you need in a convenient handtruck (the batteries are heavy).Unfortunately the 61 Amphr batteries don't last that long. Adding a 100Ahr battery which you can easily be connected to the xPower make for a nice system which will get you thru a few days of blackout. 151 of 158 people found the following review helpful. Badly damaged once again. By BWW I previously ordered two of these units and wrote a review. Both were badly damaged, but one was salvagable. The other I had to return, after it overheated and emitted a noxious odor. I decided to take a chance and order another unit this month (goal was to have total of two working units), hoping that whatever warehouse or shipping issues that resulted in previous damage had been resolved. They weren't. This unit also came with crushed top and wheels. Until the manufacturer comes up with a better way to ship these heavy beasts, not worth it. See all 54 customer reviews...

The Duracell PowerSource 1800 is the ideal emergency backup power solution for the home or office. During a power outage, it automatically supplies emergency backup power for a small office and household appliances like a refrigerator, TV, lights or sump pump. In an emergency, the Duracell PowerSource 1800 switches seamlessly to its built-in battery and provides 1800 Watts of household power, supplying up to 12 hours of uninterrupted backup power for a small office, or up to 4 hours of run time for essential home appliances and electronics. Application: Emergency backup for home or office, Watts: 1,800, Power Supply: Combines sealed, 60Ah AGM battery with 1800 Watt inverter to convert 12V battery power to AC current, Includes: LED display

Amazon Sales Rank: #5317 in Lawn & Patio Color: Black Brand: Duracell Model: 852-1807 Released on: 2007-09-15 Dimensions: 17.20" h x 13.30" w x 25.50" l, 58.20 pounds 1800-watt inverter with five 115V AC power outlets for operating multiple devices simultaneously Built-in transfer relay provides reliable backup power capability Digital LED display indicates battery capacity status and total wattage of the devices connected to the PowerSource Sealed, non-spillable 60Ah AGM battery Recharges from home AC wall outlet

The Duracell 1800-watt inverter has five 115V AC power outlets for operating multiple devices simultaneously. Built-in transfer relay provides reliable backup power capability. Digital LED display indicates battery capacity status and total wattage of the devices connected to the PowerSource. Sealed, non-spillable 60Ah AGM battery Recharges from home AC wall outlet.

Most helpful customer reviews 28 of 29 people found the following review helpful. OK for a high wattage B/U but extended times still require a genset By TL Bought this recently from Amazon for $180.00 I will say its worth about that. I tried a few high wattage things in it like a hair dryer, Iron, coffee maker, just to see how long I could use it. These are things I could never think of using in a standard 1500VA UPS, (Which I have for comp and such) All of the devices ran well, the hair dryer probably sucked it down the fastest, (Set high 1500watts), lasted aout 7 minutes before the warning started going off. The unit ran about 5 more minutes on medium setting before the battery dropped to 20 percent. The battery did recover to 50% after turning off dryer, so high wattage appliances I think are a bit much for the batteries to output continuously. The unit is heavy, about 60 pounds. For the money, I would buy again. I figure I should get about 6 hours on a computer with a flat panel attached. For most short power outages, this will get you by for a few necessities. Anything longer you will have to go generator. The description reads as though you can use it for a fridge and other high wattage appliances, which I guess is true, but misleading as I would imagine a fridge would kill it in about 10 minutes or less. All in all glad, I was able to purchase for the $180.00. If nothing else you can dry your hair when the power is out, and make coffee, without having to hook up the generator.UPDATE:So I wanted to update this review. The unit gave out after about 18-24 months. Cant tell exactly when it lost its capacity but it would last maybe 5 minutes on light load. I took the time to tear it apart and found three 12 volt 17ah SLA batteries wired in parallel. They were pretty much useless. Tried to bring them back but as most here know once an SLA battery gets near end of life it is almost impossible to get them back from the dead even with a good quality desulfator. I got lucky and found 3 new Panasonic replacements for $25ea on EBAY and installed those. (A good quality SLA battery in this range is usually about $70 bucks each). Unit is back up and running like new. I would assume most people would not attempt this nor probably should they. High risk of shock even with the unit unplugged. And many parts to disassemble/reassemble. If you do attempt, take lots of pictures as you break down and be carefull of wires. Doesnt matter how long or how many times you have handled electricity, only takes once. 27 of 30 people found the following review helpful. Piece of Junk By Orientdrifter This item is a piece of junk. Mine gave up after a month, and it is not even used much, just lying in a corner being charged. What is worse, their customer service is more than a piece of junk too. They diagnosed the problem as a battery failure. Since this unit is heavy and I would have to spend over $50 to ship it, I requested that they just send me a new battery and I return the old one to them. But, no! they want the whole unit back. What happened to the customer is always right? And this item is not even worth $100, much less the stated price. For one, it wont hold a charge long, and it breaks easily. A small electric generator is a much, much better value. My advice to you, do not patronize anymore Duracell or Xantrex, their products are junk and their customer service a joke. 22 of 24 people found the following review helpful. Product in search of a niche By R. H. Hardin UPDATE: After a few months sitting in the corner being charged, I tried it out today. Apparently there's at least one bad cell; a 600w load exhausts the batteries in about 45 seconds. So I revise my rating to ``piece of junk,'' niche or no niche. It needs a much better quality control on the batteries. ORIGINAL Post: Pros : about three times the run times of a comparable capacity UPS, based on battery capacity (3 x 17AH, vs typical 2 x 9AH in a 1500VA UPS). Maybe nice to have around

The 18-Watt Solar Battery Charger and 8-Amp Charge Controller Kit takes the sun's energy and turns it into electric current. The current produced by the 18-Watt solar panel is delivered to your 12-volt rechargeable battery through the 8-Amp Solar Charge Controller to charge and promote the longevity and health of your battery. This solar panel is lightweight and versatile and can be used with any rechargeable 12-volt battery to provide a portable power solution for a variety of applications and coupled with an inverter can provide AC power for places such as remote cabins and cottages or non-electrified buildings. This solar panel can also provide an way to keep the 12-volt batteries of your RV, truck, c--Amper or boat topped up during storage. The solar charge controller keeps your batteries from being overcharged. High quality amorphous solar material will work in all light conditions even on overcast days. Completely weatherproofed this solar panel can be installed outdoors permanently. Mounting hardware is included. Poles for a fast and easy temporary tilt mount are also included letting you angle the solar panel towards the sun. Nature Power solar panels feature a sturdy aluminum frame and toughened glass top and are safe for temperatures ranging from -40 to 175-Degree Fahrenheit. A blocking diode built within the wiring protects your batteries draining due to reverse current. 11 feet of cabling lets you place the solar panel in the best position to receive sunlight. Use two or more solar panels for even faster charging of your rechargeable 12-volt batteries. This product is covered by a 5 year warranty.

Amazon Sales Rank: #26589 in Lawn & Patio Brand: Nature Power Model: 40158 18-Watt solar panel with charge controller included to keep your 12-volt batteries charged High quality amorphous solar material will work in all light conditions even on overcast days Weatherproof for outdoor use Battery clamp, and flat or tilted mounting hardware included Provides up to 18-watt or 1.2-amp per hour of sunlight

The next generation of Solaris foldable technology is here. CIGS (Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide) is the most efficient thin film solar technology available. By maximizing performance while optimizing portability, it makes the Solaris 26 the most compact high output model available. The built-in blocking diode prevents reverse battery discharge. Provides a lightweight, compact design that includes; Storage Sack, Vehicle outlet cable, Multi-link cable, Battery clamp cable. One Year Warranty. Contact us for Customer Service, Technical and any other question at 1-800-443-4871 (or) support@brunton.com

Amazon Sales Rank: #8372 in Sports & Outdoors Color: Silver/ Black Brand: Brunton Model: F-SOLARIS26 Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 3.10" h x 9.70" w x 11.50" l, 2.00 pounds Foldable 26-watt solar panel folds up and stores in portable sack Instinctively converts sunlight into electrical current even in low light Ideal for charging laptops and digital cameras or running cell and satellite phones High-performance CIGS solar cells are ultra-efficient; reverse flow protection Measures 11 x 8.5 x 1 inches (W x H x D) when folded and weighs 28 ounces; one-year warranty

Representing the next generation of solar panel technology, the Solaris 26 maximizes performance while taking up virtually no space at all. The unit's multi-section design folds up into a compact footprint that's just a bit larger than a DVD case, while still delivering an impressive 26 watts of power, more than enough to charge a laptop or digital video camera or power a satellite or cell phone. In addition, the unit's high-performance CIGS solar cells--the most efficient thin-film solar technology available--are extremely reliable, with a design that instinctively converts incident sunlight into an electrical current, even in low-light conditions. The combined functions make this an ideal panel for camping trips, hikes, power outages, and other occasions when it helps to have a portable power source on hand. The Solaris 26, which measures 21.5 by 37.5 inches when open and 11 by 8.5 inches when folded, includes a battery clamp cable for charging car batteries, along with vehicle outlet and multi-linking cables. It's also backed by a one-year warranty. What's in the Box? Solaris 26 foldable solar panel, vehicle outlet cable, multi-linking cable, battery clamp cable, storage sack, user's manual.

Most helpful customer reviews 391 of 392 people found the following review helpful. Good panel with one problem (4th Update) By D. Driscoll I like this panel, I like it a lot. Right now I use it to charge a all of my electronics. It folds up nicely, and doesn't weigh much. I agree with the other posters on the positive things about these panels. These panels as individuals (not linked) are serving me and my teams very well in Iraq. We use them to power everything from MP3 Players and cell phones to advanced GPS tracking systems. There's only one problem I have, and that is linking more than two panels together. The instructions and box say it can be done, and the box says it includes a linking cable, but there is nothing that says how. You are supposedly able to link up to three panels together, but I am unable to accomplish this no matter how I configure the cables. I've written directly to Brunton's service department for guidance, but after a month I've only gotten the read receipts from them. No answer so far. No one on any blog or forum can tell me how this is done. They are expensive, so finding someone that has bought more than one is rare. All three panels came with the exact same cables, so I don't think I'm missing anything. There are two connection ports on each panel (it will charge two small items at the same time). As far as cables go you get one with clamps (like the kind that connects to a car battery), one female car cigarette lighter-style outlet, and another cable that has four adapters on one end and a single adapter (for plugging into the panel) on the other. You have to use the four-ended cable to link panels. The problem is that when you plug the end with four ends into a panel there is no more room to plug in another cable. The two prongs sticking out of the sides prevent this. Anyone with one panel could see what I mean. Try plugging both ends of your linking cable into your one panel, as would be the case on the middle panel in a series of three. Then consider how you would link three of them together. I would love to hear from anyone that has accomplished linking more than two of these together. Linking them together would allow us to power (real time) our field laptops and mini-satellites, we could even recharge our military satcom radio batteries. Unfortunately this isn't the case yet. The panel is excellent and I like it a lot. I gave it a three star rating because it claims to be able to do something that it cannot (link three panels). The instructions are also lacking in this area. Brunton's customer service also leaves something to be desired, which should be your only negative consideration if you're buying only one. Update: I finally got a reply from Brunton concerning linking the panels. Here it is: "To your question... The four-pronged linking cable can make the connection between panels a bit tight. Admittedly, the design isn't the best, but I've got three of our 26s here, hooked them up, and read increased amperage. On the panels where you're forced to use both the single and multi-tipped wire, I've found it's best to turn the four-tip plug perpendicular to the flat ground, making it easier to fit the single wire. I'll be the first to say it isn't pretty. It creates a slight fold in the panel, and doesn't allow it to sit completely flat, but it does make the connection, and since there's no solar receiver over the output, it doesn't affect the efficiency. As I said, the multi-prong cord isn't the best design. It's something I'm trying to get them to change in the development department. Keep in mind that hooking multiple panels together doesn't increase the total voltage coming out of your last panel, but rather simply increases the amperage. " Update * Click on "See customer Image" underneath the main product pic to see what this looks like * So I broke out my panels and gave it a try. Yes, by bending the panel you can make the two fit. This causes me some real problems. My initial

THIS ITEM CANNOT BE SHIPPED TO APO, AE, ETC OR ANY INTERNATIONAL ADDRESSES. The Briefcase Solar Generator can charge a wide range of applications, can be served as battery maintainer for marine boat, motor house or big vehicle. Supplying power to notebook computer, satellite telephone, electric hand tool like cordless drill. Or as a independent power source for outdoor activity like camping, exploration. A blinking charging indicator to give a clear view that the generator is working and a built-in diode to prevent reverse charging. Comes with the Solar Briefcase, battery clamps, and cigarette lighter plug.

Amazon Sales Rank: #19138 in Sports & Outdoors Brand: GoldenGadgets Use Amorphous silicon solar cells Power: 13 Watts maximum Working voltage: equal or greater than 14V Working current: equal or greater than 750mA Dimension: 20.07" x 14.76" x 1.57" (510mm x 375mm x 40mm)

Most helpful customer reviews 64 of 65 people found the following review helpful. Very Good for Emergencies By WILLIAM MCLEAN I own four of these. Got them from another source. I have all of them in a closet waiting for an extended power outage. I purchased Radio Shack #274-1573 adapters so that I can plug them directly into my four Xantrex XPower Powerpack 400 plus units (battery pack power sources). These power packs give me both 12 Volt DC and 115 Volt AC. I keep them fully charged by plugging them in to the wall socket. As for choosing solar panels, If I could afford it (and I was many years younger) I might have purchased the much more expensive monocrystalline solar panels. They retain 80% of original efficiency after twenty five years of continuous use. By contrast, these much cheaper S-1116 briefcase panels will only last about five years of continuous use. Also, the monocrystalline panels are much more efficient and thus smaller while producing higher wattage. A nice portable monocrystalline briefcase is available at much higher cost. It is even somewhat weather proof. The S-1116 is not weather proof. If you want to set up a lifetime solar power source, buy monocrystalline solar panels. But, I assume you are only wanting a portable solar power source for emergencies. If so, I think this cheaper S-1116 is your best choice. It might also be a good choice considering that they do last five years - and the scientific community is continuously improving, and reducing cost of, everything electronic. All four of my panels tested better than advertised. Maybe I should have given the S-1116 five stars. 37 of 37 people found the following review helpful. S-1116 Amorphous Briefcase Solar Performance Numbers By Michael D. Zuteck I bought this unit as a low cost way to gain some hands on experience with solar panels, and for possible use to recharge my laptop computer after a hurricane power outage. Via digital voltmeter I found: Open circuit voltage: ~ 21.5 v Max charging current: 400 - 500 ma Both the voltage and current will vary somewhat depending on temperature and insolation - these values are for shirt sleeve temperature and good sky conditions. I've used it to recharge the battery on a motorcycle that's used infrequently, and leave it on the front dash of an Astro van that is also infrequently used. It adds charge in both cases, but at a half amp tops its not a fast way to do it. The unit is reasonably well built, and the supplied hookup cables are useful. For light duty or maintenance charging, it can do the job. If you want to deliver a more robust amount of power, a monocrystaline panel will deliver a lot more juice for the same physical size, whether its briefcase or regular panel. Bottom line - if you understand its limits, this product is a good way to mess around with solar power at a modest price. But it you want to generate more serious levels of power, look at the mono or poly crystaline alternatives. See all 2 customer reviews...

The Sunforce 50012 1.8 Watt Solar Battery Maintainer gives you another reason to love the sun -- it'll help keep your car's battery charged. Just plug this helpful 1.8-watt solar charger into your vehicle's 12-volt lighter socket and position the panel to pick up the most daylight possible. Or, if you prefer, use the included alligator clips to connect it directly to the battery, so you can keep your lighter socket open for cell phone chargers or other accessories. Regardless of how you hook up the battery maintainer, you'll never get caught off guard without the juice you need to start your car. This device is designed to work with automobile, all terrain vehicle (ATV), personal water craft (PWC), and boat batteries, and is even effective on cloudy days. The 50012 is made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells, measures 6.5 x 1.25 x 18 inches (WxHxD), and has a maximum temperature range of -40 to 176-degrees Fahrenheit.

Amazon Sales Rank: #2227 in Automotive Brand: Sunforce Model: 50012 Released on: 2005-11-25 Dimensions: 1.25" h x 6.00" w x 19.00" l, 1.8-watt solar charger plugs into your vehicle's 12-volt lighter socket Works with automobile, all terrain vehicle (ATV), personal water craft (PWC), and boat batteries Made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells Includes alligator clips for direct connection to a battery Measures 6.5 x 1.25 x 18 inches (WxHxD)

The Sunforce 50012 1.8-Watt Solar Battery Maintainer gives you another reason to love the sun--it can help keep your vehicle's battery charged. It provides up to 1.8-Watts or 125mA of power to prevent the natural voltage drain of batteries over time. It includes both a lighter socket adapter and alligator clips to give you flexible connection options. The Sunforce 1.8-Watt Solar Battery Maintainer is compact and easy to install.

Most helpful customer reviews 94 of 98 people found the following review helpful. Works, but be careful. By Brian Freeman Product works well but you need to check the output at the end of the cigarette lighter plug with voltmeter. I couldn't figure out why there was no power at the cig plug. After some investigating I realized there was a fuse inside the cig plug that was blown. Even though the blue light is flashing you'll still have no power at the plug. I slid the chrome ring off the plug and it opened up exposing a blown fuse. Hope this helps. 45 of 45 people found the following review helpful. Sunforce Solar Battery Maintainer By Howard W. Nunez I installed this battery maintainer on the dashboard of my motor home and plugged it into the cigarette lighter while the motor home was in long term storage. Since the rig faces the morning sun, the maintainer did an excellent job of keeping the battery up to charge. I am well pleased with this Sunforce Solar battery Maintainer and would recommend it to anyone in need of such a unit. 48 of 52 people found the following review helpful. Sunforce 1.8 watt solar battery charger By Paul D. von Fischer I purchased this solar charger for a camping trip I had planned. Out in the high deserts of Arizona, I wanting protection that my truck battery will be charged. I have a 1993 Nissan Pathfinder with a WalMart battery. We did use the truck battery too much while camping and that next morning the battery would not turn over the truck motor. Hooked up the Sunforce 1.8W solar charger and by day end the truck started right up. LIFE SAVER!!! I would recomend the product HIGHLY!!! See all 89 customer reviews...

Sunforce 15-Watt Solar Charging Kit includes 15 Watt Solar charging panel, pre cut holes for easy installation, 4 stainless steel screws, battery clamps, CLA adapter, wire and a 7 Amp charge controller. It converts the sun's power to use for electrical needs with this solar back-up power kit. This charging kit is fabricated from durable ABS plastic with an amorphous solar cell. It features a solar panel that works in all weather conditions and the ultra bright blue LED light provides charging indication. This charging kit has a built in blocking diode to protect battery discharge at night.

Amazon Sales Rank: #1634 in Automotive Color: Black Brand: Sunforce Model: 50033 Dimensions: 2.00 pounds Amorphous solar charging kit provides up to 15-Watts of clean, free, renewable power Designed for RVs, cabins, homes, boats, back-up and remote power use, and more Weatherproof, durable solar panels can withstand impacts from hailstones travelling 50 miles-per-hour Includes one 15-Watt solar panel with a durable mounting frame, a 7-Amp solar charge controller, and a wiring kit with accessories for easy installation Built-in, ultra-bright blue LED charging indicator

The Sunforce 50033 15-Watt Solar Charging Kit gives you several more reasons to love the sun. It provides the power you need, while helping you save money and protect the environment. This kit is ideal for cabins, recreational vehicles, remote power, back-up power, and 12-volt battery charging. It comes with everything you need to start producing up to 15 Watts/125mA of clean, free power in all weather conditions. Sunforce kits are easy to set up and operate.

Most helpful customer reviews 78 of 81 people found the following review helpful. Nice set-up, could have had the wires all teminated By Glenn W. Gaarder Hi- I bought this set-up to keep my Motorhome charged when not using it. It is only 15 watts so can barely keep the battery up to charge if I am actually using any lights or other stuff but it will keep up with the draw of the refridgerator and minimal stuff. My only beef is the controller wires could have all been pre-terminated with connectors rather than having me do that. This was bought as a kit so it would have been nice if there was a connector on the input side of the controller that mated witht he connector on teh solar panel and a different style connector on the output that would be compatible with the cigarette-lighter adapter, etc. In other words- all set up to just plug in and go. Once I soldered and shrinkwrapped the new connectors on I'm pretty happy with it. Not everyone has the ability to properly terminate the wires. Thanks 53 of 55 people found the following review helpful. Not up to snuff By board biker I purchased this combo for off grid minimal lighting needs with high hopes. Package arrived dented, but contents appeared OK. Open circuit voltage on solar panel OK at 22v. However, max power output on sunny day was 1.6w (130mA@ 12.3v). This was on a day that my conventional 2.7kW system was producing 1.8kW. My plan is to return and try again, but purchasers should definitely check output. 24 of 25 people found the following review helpful. Keeps my camper and truck batteries charged By Stephen D. Feist This product has worked out well for me. As I haven't isolated my truck battery its charging both truck and camper. The vehicle has been unpluged from my 115V house access all summer. I will say that it is a slow charge. See all 30 customer reviews...

A.S.S.-800 Portable Solar Generator the most compact version in the market, fully assembled in United States and ready to produce energy, only display panels facing south and will have power anywhere you are. Outdoor and indoor safe no fumes, no noise runs. MECHANICAL FEATURES: Built on the aluminum chassis, engineered with toughness in mind, corrosion-proof. The 5-inch rubber wheels, meanwhile, roll smoothly on virtually any surface, from pavement to trim carpet to linoleum. The seven-pound chassis frame folds up to a compact size of 25 inches tall and it extends to 39 inches tall. TECHNICAL FEATURES: 2panels of -40 WATTS mono crystalline each. Voc:24.19V - Isc: 2.49 amp-Vmp:18.86V-Imp2:13amp. Battery bank deep cycle, sealed non-spill able 24 DP-4,Cold cranking Apm 550, 105 Amp hours(20 hours.) Power Inverter modified sine wave. CPI 875 DC to AC inverter. continuous output power 800 W. surge rating 1600 W(peak). alarm voltage shutdown voltage,reverse polarity protection. Solar charger controller EPHC12/24V 10 Amp. build-in electronic fused,LED display status,PWM charging mode,general Switch. *** NOTE***The deep cycle battery is included. if you want to lower the price of shipping and the generator, we can send it without battery, with instructions for you to install it yourself. if you want this option please to contact us at www.antares.usa1@gmail.com .

Amazon Sales Rank: #133535 in Lawn & Patio Brand: Antaressunstar Model: A.S.S.800 Dimensions: 25.00" h x 17.00" w x 16.00" l, 95.00 pounds Solar Power Generator 800 Watts,Portable backup system Two solar panels 40 watts each, Solar charger controller, 800 watts continues running power invert, 105 Amph Battery storage (1260 watts). 1 GFCI outlet 120 AC volts and 3 devices 12 volt.

The Sunforce 50048 60 Watt Solar Charging Kit gives you another reason to love the sun -- it'll help keep your batteries charged. This kit is excellent for cabins, remote power, back-up power, and 12-volt battery charging. The kit includes a PVC mounting frame, 7 Amp charge controller, 200-watt inverter, and wiring/connection cables. And with the built-in blocking diode technology, this charger kit is designed to protect against battery discharge at night. You can also use this kit to maintain the charge on any 12-volt battery for clean, silent operation of various electronics, such as deer feeders and landscaping pumps. The 50048 features a built-in ultra-bright blue LED charging indicator, and is a great choice for automobiles, recreational vehicles (RV), tractors, all terrain vehicles (ATV), boats, electric fences, telemetry and more, and it is even effective on cloudy days. This battery charger kit is made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells and has a maximum temperature range of -40 to 176-degrees Fahrenheit.

Amazon Sales Rank: #1512 in Automotive Color: Black Brand: Sunforce Model: 50048 Released on: 2005-11-25 Dimensions: 42.25" h x 12.00" w x 54.00" l, 59.80 pounds Amorphous solar charging kit provides up to 60-Watts of clean, free, renewable power Designed for RVs, cabins, homes, boats, back-up and remote power use, and more Weatherproof, durable solar panels can withstand impacts from hailstones travelling 50 miles-per-hour Includes four 15-Watt solar panels with durable mounting frames, a 200-Watt power inverter, a 7-Amp solar charge controller, and a wiring kit with accessories for easy installation Built-in, ultra-bright blue LED charging indicator

The Sunforce 50048 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit gives you several more reasons to love the sun. It provides the power you need, while helping you save money and protect the environment. This kit is ideal for cabins, recreational vehicles, remote power, back-up power, and 12-volt battery charging. It comes with everything you need to start producing up to 60 Watts/4 Amps of clean, free power in all weather conditions. Sunforce kits are easy to set up and operate.

Most helpful customer reviews 795 of 811 people found the following review helpful. Innovative design from China, packaging needs help By HMMWV *Update* 6-2010, while my original panels are still running strong so long as I hose them down once a month, I've noticed that the PVC pipe provided to hold them in place has become brittle with sun exposure, hence I would now in 20/20 hindsight recommend a coat of Krylon Fusion Dover White Plastic Satin Spray Paint on the PVC parts to prevent UV cracking later in life. I do not think the Krylon Fusion product was available when I first setup my first panels but UV cracking of the support structure could cause panel damage in years 2 and 3. Meanwhile Amazon got their hands on some obsolete & discontinued Sharp panels (12.5% efficiency vs the new 13.1% efficiency) - if you are serious about needing lots of solar power in a small space, this is a big kit - you can view it here: Sunforce 39126 246-Watt High-Efficiency Polycrystalline Solar Power Kit My only concern about the kit is that due to the new panels being higher efficiency means it will be difficult to match panels if you find you still need more power later on. The other con on that system is it's price -- $1300+ but you get the wattage, along with a cheap charge controller and inverter, both of which could be upgraded for better system performance. It's just another solar system to consider in the $5/watt or less pricepoint for DIYers. Update 9-18-2008 - Still going strong. I am very pleased with the summer power output of these panels. I wash them with a hose 1x/mo to keep the output current up. Measured before washing and after washing the panel efficiency is clearly a factor of how much dirt is on them. No problems long term on a roof though! Update 2-20-2008 - goes with graph "photograph" #3 above - pink line is power and blue line is amps from the panel x 10 to share the graph. The X axis is panel voltage. Data was acquired using an Agilent dummy load with programmable voltage in 1V steps from 1V to 22V (open circuit voltage on the panel) on a partially cloudy day in winter sun. Expectations are for 2-3 times performace in summer sun provided the panels don't get too hot. These are on my house roof laying flat on a 3/12 pitch facing due south which is suboptimal but easy for me to do. Be sure to read the photo notes. Sorry about the colors excel defaulted to! This is a MPPT chart (maximum power point tracking) - you can see that the panels are optimized for charging a 12V wet cell right out of the box. Charge current turns on when battery voltage drops down to 13.0 VDC and turns off at 14.2 VDC with the supplied charge controller in the kit. The only other interesting fact in 2 months is to keep your panels clean. My maximum current was 5.0 A on a cold morning with bright sun until it rained hard and washed the panels clean. The current went up to 7.0 A maximum right after the rainstorm. Below is the original review - these panels have been running constant for 2 months now into 3 parallel deep cycle marine cells (315 AH) connected to the prosine inverter below to drain the energy made. When reading the power/current chart you should keep in mind the amps have been multiplied by 10 so they use the same Y axis (so 20A on the chart corresponds to 2.0 A panel current) Watts are actual volts*amps. This was taken in the winter with partial clouds - expectations are for a X3 improvement during summertime but its still february and I'm in the northern hemisphere so we'll have to wait and see. Basically an MPPT charger won't gain but a few watts with this panel so it's not a good investment unless you already have one laying around. (Begin original review after buying panels) I never seem to be overwhelmed by the latest shipment of product from China, but this one seems to show some promise and shows signs of good cost engineering and a complete design that can be set up quickly by one person with very little effort. I'd give it

The Sunforce 50022 5 Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger gives you another reason to love the sun -- it'll help keep your vehicle's battery charged. Just plug the this helpful 5-watt trickle charger into your vehicle's 12-volt lighter socket and position the panel to pick up the most daylight possible. Or, if you prefer, use the included alligator clips to connect it directly to the battery, so you can keep your lighter socket open for cell phone chargers or other accessories. Regardless of how you hook up the battery charger, you'll never get caught off guard without the juice you need to start your car. You can also use this device to maintain the charge on any 12-volt battery for clean, silent operation of various electronics, such as deer feeders and landscaping pumps. The 50022 features a built-in ultra-bright blue LED charging indicator, and is a great choice for automobiles, recreational vehicles (RV), tractors, all terrain vehicles (ATV), boats, electric fences, telemetry and more, and it is even effective on cloudy days. This trickle charger is made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells, measures 14 x 0.75 x 13 inches (WxHxD), weighs 4 pounds, and has a maximum temperature range of -40 to 176-degrees Fahrenheit.

Amazon Sales Rank: #134 in Automotive Brand: Sunforce Model: 50022 Released on: 2005-11-25 Dimensions: 1.25" h x 13.00" w x 17.00" l, 2.00 pounds 5-watt solar charger plugs into your vehicle's 12-volt lighter socket Works with automobile, all terrain vehicle (ATV), personal water craft (PWC), and boat batteries Made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells Includes alligator clips for direct connection to a battery Measures 14 x 0.75 x 13 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 4 pounds

The Sunforce 50022 5-Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger gives you another reason to love the sun--it can help keep your vehicle's battery charged. It provides up to 5-Watts or 350mA of power to prevent the natural voltage drain of batteries over time. It includes both a lighter socket adapter and alligator clips to give you flexible connection options. The Sunforce 5-Watt Solar Trickle Charger is compact and easy to install.

Most helpful customer reviews 120 of 123 people found the following review helpful. Perfect for my campsite By Tab Numlock I live on a river and built a campsite on an island across from my house (the dog loves it). I bought a deep-cycle marine battery but am getting too old to lug it in and out of the canoe for charging. So I got this little panel and, so far, have not run out of juice. And it's cheap enough so if someone steals it it's no big tragedy. I run a laptop, TV, fluorescent light and charge my cell phone. I even have a 12v car-vac to clean the sand out of the tent. Of course, I'm not there 95% of the time so 5 watts is probably adequate. And I don't have to worry about overcharging. I screwed it to a big log in pretty open sun. So far, it has survived, even some small hail. BTW, I use the power cord from an old vacuum cleaner and a 4-way 12v splitter to distribute power from the battery. 53 of 54 people found the following review helpful. A nice tool for those who take long trips away By Amazon Consumer 40+ In 2006 I took a 3 week vacation out of the country. I left my car at the airport and away I went. Upon my return, I had to have the battery boosted for 15 minutes before it would turn my car's engine on. I have no idea what caused the drain (Sattelite Radio memory, car's other computers, etc), but I had to do something to prevent a $50.00 boost call in the future. A coworker told me about these devices and how his brother uses them to keep his mobile home powered when parked. Higher wattage products are sold, but if all you're doing is keeping a car battery charged, 5 watts is plenty of power for the job. No other devices (charger controllers) are needed. The charger comes with a couple of ways to hook up to the battery (direct battery terminal clips, cigarette lighter plug). I used the cigarette plug. Just plug it in to the power port, and lay the solar energy collector side face up on your dashboard. For those with heavily tinted windshields, I have no idea if the tint would cause a problem with the panel's energy collection. This year, after returning from another 3 week trip (and using the solar charger), my battery started better than it did before my trip to the airport! 96 of 103 people found the following review helpful. Good electric output but fragile / bad packaging By El Marco I recently ordered one of these panels (June 2007). The first one arrived shattered - the manufacturer packaging does not protect the panel much and it was inadequately packaged in the shipping box by Amazon. The replacement unit was also badly packaged for shipment. I tested the electrical output in full sunlight and got 20V out into a 100 ohm load -> 4 watts which is pretty good. One thing to consider though is that this product is not very rugged. The solar panel has a plastic frame but the middle is unprotected on the back (and front). So unless you handle it very carefully it is likely to break. Someone using this on a car dashboard would need some sort of protective carrier (like those insulated pizza boxes) to protect the unit when it was not being used. ------------ Update Dec 2007 ---------------- Panel stopped producing electricity in November. Had to send it in to Sunforce at my expense for warrantee replacement. They promptly tested it and sent me a replacement. One thing I did notice is that the plastic housing on the unit that I returned had developed some small cracks. I am using the unit on my car dashboard to keep my battery charged. See all 96 customer reviews...

AutoVent SPV silently and efficiently eliminates stale, stuffy air from inside your vehicle, even on the hottest summer days! While your windows remain securely closed this unique solar-powered ventilator draws hot air and odors, including pet and tobacco odors out of your vehicle and replaces it with fresh air from outside. Since AutoVent SPV runs directly on natural, FREE solar energy, there's no drain on your vehicles battery and no batteries to replace or recharge ever! Installation is easy! Simply attach the included weatherproof fitting strips, place the unit on top of the window edge and roll the window closed. AutoVent SPV helps to preserve and protect your vehicles interior, valuable stereo and electronic equipment from the damaging effects of extreme heat build-up. AutoVent SPV also assists in reducing the strain on your air-conditioning system during start-up. Please note that this product loses effectiveness on cars with tinted windows. This is due to the fact that solar energy cannot penetrate through the tint.

Amazon Sales Rank: #13458 in Automotive Brand: Trillium Worldwide Model: TWI-7001 Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 2.50" h x 5.00" w x 8.00" l, .90 pounds Runs directly on FREE solar energy Removes hot, stale air, humidity, pet and tobacco odors. Installs in seconds on most vehicles Helps preserve and protect your vehicle interior from the damaging effects of heat build-up Assists in reducing strain on your air conditioning system during start-up

AutoVent SPV, formerly AutoVent Turbo, is the original solar-powered ventilator that silently and efficiently helps rid your vehicle of hot, stale and stuffy air, even on scorching summer days! While your windows remain securely closed, the AutoVent eliminates hot air and odors from your vehicle and replaces it with fresh air from the outside, ultimately reducing the interior temperature of the vehicle. AutoVent exchanges the air inside your vehicle approximately every 20 minutes Since AutoVent SPV runs directly on natural, FREE solar energy, there is no drain on your vehicle's battery and no batteries to replace or recharge. Installation is easy! Simply attach the included weather proof fitting strips to the AutoVent, place the AutoVent on top of the window edge and roll the window closed - that's it! AutoVent SPV helps preserve and protect your vehicle's interior, valuable stereo and electronic equipment from the damaging effects of extreme heat build-up. AutoVent SPV also assists in reducing the strain on your air conditioning system during start-up. FEATURES: Assists in reducing strain on your air conditioning system during start-up Runs directly on FREE solar energy Removes hot, stale air, humidity, pet and tobacco odors Installs in seconds on most vehicles Helps preserve and protect your vehicle interior from the damaging effects of heat build-up SPECIFICATIONS: Exchange air inside your vehicle approximately every 20 minutes. Solar powered--no batteries required Easy installation

Most helpful customer reviews 109 of 113 people found the following review helpful. Returned it By Robert L. Campbell This thing does not install in seconds as suggested,it comes with goofy plastic pieces that you're supposed to put in the window with it. Who want's to fool with that everytime? It also says to not use with tinted windows, something that could have been mentioned here. 59 of 60 people found the following review helpful. Didn't Work AT ALL By Scott K. Miller This device is nothing but a high priced gimmick that looks good in advertising, but does ABSOLUTELY NOTHING IT SAYS IT DOES. The unit is hard to install, for beginners. It is too much to mess with every time you get out of your car in hot weather. If there is low sunlight, or you have the least amount of tinting on your windows, even factory shading, IT DOES NOT WORK. You must point it directly to the sun in order for it to activate the venting fan in it, and how many times is your car tipped and pointed so the unit will look directly at the sun??? 73 of 76 people found the following review helpful. waste of time and money By FAHAD ALRSHID it does not work and when it arrive i found it broken !! made from cheap materials ,and i can rate it with a half star See all 53 customer reviews...

Rainbow maker

Amazon Sales Rank: #1995 in Home Size: 1 Brand: Kikkerland Model: 1588S Released on: 2008-06-11 Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 6.00" h x 1.00" w x 2.00" l, .25 pounds Window-mount rainbow maker that casts rainbows around the room Solar panel powers the unit to revolve and refract light in all directions Genuine Swarovski crystal creates maximum rainbow effect Great for cheering up a room; enchanting for adults, children, and animals Comes with suction cup or wire hanger; measures 6 by 1 by 2 inches

Thanks to clever engineering and a beautiful Swarovski crystal, the rainbow maker from Kikkerland uses the sun to fill a room with rainbows. Like an active piece of art, the piece revolves when powered by direct sunlight, catching and refracting pretty bands of color. An enchanting piece for children and pets, the rainbow-maker adds cheer to any room and brightens up an interior. No batteries are necessary, and the piece includes a suction cup and a wire hanger for easy mounting. A great gift idea, it measures 6 by 1 by 2 inches. Versions are also available with heart-shaped and double crystals.

Most helpful customer reviews 79 of 83 people found the following review helpful. Very Nice By Mark Wieczorek I placed this item in my living room in a window that gets sunlight about 6 or 7 hours a day in the winter. It really needs direct sunlight in order to spin. In fact, if it doesn't have very strong sunlight, it'll make a ticking noise as the gears click against each other.This is probably because the motor doesn't have enough electricity (from the solar panel) to move it foward, but has enough to make some of the gears move. Since it does make a noise that could bother you, if you're not a heavy sleeper, and you like to sleep after the sun has hit your windows, I wouldn't recommend this for a bedroom.The rainbows are nice and reach across the room. They really are fun to watch and move in ways you don't quite expect. I'm thinking of finding crystals with two holes in them and stringing them on this rainbow maker. The more crystals, the more rainbows right? Adding crystals would just mean unbending the wire that holds on the current crystal, and adding the new crystal in between so the one it comes with is on the bottom (as it has only one hole).The rainbow maker also works through our sheer curtains and casts fuzzy rainbows along the wall as well as tiny little rainbows on our curtain. Even when it isn't spinning, as long as it's receiving direct sunlight, it's casting rainbows around the room. It really helps you become more conscious of the passage of time and the movement of the clouds in front of the sun.In addition to the suction cup, it also has a hook for hanging on a piece of string. I bought one for my mother and she's thinking of hanging it outside in a screened in room for the cats to play with.The cats were amused by the rainbows, though if you leave it in the window all the time, it becomes less interesting after a while. After a a few days, they barely paid attention to it, but every once in a while would notice it again and start chasing the rainbows. Sometimes when it ticks the cats just become interested in the ticking thing on the window.Like any piece of art, you must pay some attention to it for it to really work it's charms, and like any piece of art it can serve to brighten up the room just by it's being there.If you have a window that gets direct sunlight, this piece of art will surely brighten up your room & mood, especially if you're around during the day. It's no substitute for going outside, but if you have to be indoors, this will help bring a little of the outdoors in.This is also a great conversation piece, provided you have your friends over during the day. One or more of these could really brighten up a public space. It also strikes me as being a good gift for baby... A self-powered mobile that uses rainbows and the power of the sun. As a simple, enjoyable, fun piece of art, it also makes a great gift. 29 of 29 people found the following review helpful. The Perfect Gift By Kathleen Williams This is a perfect gift for those who have everything or those who don't...I received this as a gift a few years ago and my friend has since passed on...everytime the sun shines and the rainbows start dancing around the room I think of her...my dog also likes to amuse himself with the rainbows...I give this gift often to those whom I cherish and want them to think of me often....my gift has never been a disappointment to the recipient and is a great conversation piece...the price is right...don't forget to treat yourself and your family 26 of 26 people found the following review helpful. Mood brightener By A Customer The Solar-Powered Rainbow Maker makes me happy especially on drearier days when there is only a short period of sunlight. It really improves my mood and spirits to see rainbows traveling all around the room. I so enjoy this product, that I bought one for everyone on my gift list this year. See all 195 customer reviews...

Go Power! 1500-Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter takes 12 volt DC battery power and converts it to an exact replica of AC houshold power. It is guarenteed to run any load within their wattage range and has a 2 year warranty. This inverter has two GFCI outlets and can use the GP-DC-KIT3 to connect to the batteries with ease. As long as the load is not greater then 1500 watt this inverter will run it and the GP-SW1500-12 can surge to 2000 watt as well as contains all instruction required.

Amazon Sales Rank: #23637 in Automotive Brand: Go Power! Model: GP-SW1500-12 Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 7.25" h x 13.75" w x 18.75" l, 17.00 pounds 1500 watt continuous pure sine wave inverter 12 volt input 3000 watt surge 2 GFCI protected outlets to plug into Over voltage, under voltage and overload protections 2 Year warranty

Most helpful customer reviews 4 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Third time a charm! By Steven G. Neubeck I have bought two other brands that have failed. One never did work and I was still charged 20% to return it! I did some research and found the Go Power to be backed by a serious company. After over two years of continuous operation, 24/7/365, it has delivered quality power to my three computers, scanner, laser printer, DVR, satellite controllers, speakers, wave radio, well, you get the picture. Don't mess around with a cheaper product, you'll end up paying more in the long run. With what I know now, I would pay the $950 list price. 1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Great inverter with clean power By JS I bought this to run sensitive electronics for a mobile lab. The power is very clean and the power-save features work well. See all 2 customer reviews...

SolarChlor's Dual Patented process utilizes the Sun's power to transform salt (NaCL) into usable chlorine (HOCL) by means of electrolysis; powered by a non-harmful, high output solar panel. The SolarChlor unit also employs an anode that, through the patented salt dissolution process, releases charged mineral ions that actively penetrate the cell walls of algae spores and inhibits further mutation. The chlorine and mineral levels are adjustable to prevent over chlorination and ionization. The high-tech solar panel will work in cloudy weather or even in the shade! SolarChlor provides the ecological and economical means of producing Chlorine that is necessary in your pool to eradicate microorganisms, bacteria, and viruses that are not effected by the ionized minerals. The Hydrogen molecules released by the electrolytic process creates the patented convection draw effect that allows the Chlorine to concentrate prior to being dispensed from the unit. This convection effect also dispenses the Chlorine throughout the water and requires less pump circulation to be effective. SolarChlor produces Chlorine all day long and charged mineral ions 24/7. The patented mineral anode and process replaces those high dollar Nature 2 and Frog systems saving you hundreds of dollars in mineral cartridges and algaecides alone. The true benefits of SolarChlor must be experienced! SolarChlor can easily convert your pool into the economical paradise you intended it to be. Experience the Natural Sparkling Water effect that SolarChlor provides while enjoying the savings all year long!

Amazon Sales Rank: #154227 in Lawn & Patio Brand: Solarchlor Free Chlorine All Day Long! No Installation Costs! Save Up to 80% on Energy and Chemical Consumption! Even works in cloudy weather. Getting Started Is Easy! Simply Add Salt and You're Ready To Go!

Our portable 12V DC \ 115V AC generator. This configuration powers medium draw devices such as laptops, lamps, fans, battery chargers, etc. 3-8 hour duration (load dependant) without light and indefinitely when collecting light from the sun. This device easily powers a household type battery charger for a transistor radio, flashlight, and numerous other AC \ USB devices. The DC out port also allows you to plug in any device that runs with a cigarette lighter type of plug. We also support charging the case via household AC making it very easy to do routine battery maintenance. Ships with everything needed to run out of the box, is scalable (up to 50W), lightweight, durable and includes a 14-day purchase refund and a 90 day limited warranty. We design kits for use in the home, field, and road. Always check with the manufacturer of any electronic device you intend to use with a modified sine wave inverter. Electronics that are considered "sensitive" may not operate correctly with a modified sine wave and may become damaged. As an option we can modify any of our kits to utilize a pure sine wave inverter at your request.

Amazon Sales Rank: #41252 in Single Detail Page Misc Brand: Perigee Power Solutions Model: BSCKT-101_1A Dimensions: 6.00" h x 14.50" w x 16.75" l, 19.00 pounds Durable portable solar powered 12V DC -115V AC generator kit. Ships with ONE 5 Watt 12 Volt Multicrystalline Silicon PV solar panel. Dual AC outlet 200W continuous modified sine wave inverter. Over\Under Voltage & Thermal protection with Low voltage alarm. 3 Amp regulator with reverse panel current protection with easy to read LED status bar to indicate 12v & AC power, battery condition, & charging state. Sealed long life rechargable 12V 14 Amp \ 168 Watt Hour batteries.

Most helpful customer reviews 9 of 9 people found the following review helpful. Works just like it says it does!!! By P. Colonna This little device arrived in excellent condition and easy to follow instructions. You just plug something that runs on electricity into it and turn it on. It's that simple and ready for use out of the box. I can run my laptop just under four hours at night or all day with the solar panel sitting in the sun. We could take this anywhere, like camping or to the park. It's lightweight yet sturdy and well constructed. I like to keep it around the house for emergencies. It doesn't power big devices like a refrigerator but a small TV, ceramic heater, a lamp, coffee maker, anything that size works great. It also powers 12 volt items like some shop lamps and the included USB adapter via a standard cigarette lighter plug. Devices powered by 12V use less battery and do not require the in the inverter to run, increasing the run time significantly. There are many choices on the market and this was the best value. If you want a renewable portable power system this is the one to get. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Wonderful Portable Generator By Anonymous X I received this Kit 2 days earlier than expected and I must say that I am extremely satisfied. It has two outlets for AC devices and comes in a sturdy carrying case. Perigee Power Solutions seems like a very reliable company. They bench test and inspect all of their devices before shipping them. The product also comes with instructions, care procedures, and a list of many devices that can be run off of it. The solar power that is provided in this is kit is lightweight, weatherproof, and very effective. I highly recommend this or any of Perigee's products. See all 2 customer reviews...