First off, don't think this unit would be able to replace a generator if you need any kind of heavy duty power for an extended period of time. A 1,000 watt generator would do you much better. However, for this little unit which has a 28 Amp-Hour, non-spillable, AGM battery and using it to power some lights (like CFL's) and a notebook computer or two, recharging small electrical items (mobile phones, iPod's, portable DVD players, etc.), this fits the bill perfectly.
I've been using two of these units for a little over a month now and couldn't be happier. As another reviewer said, one of the huge pro's over this versus a generator is that it's much quieter. It's dead silent until you are pulling about 300 watts and that's where the internal-fan inside the unit starts to turn on and the speed of the fan is dependent on how much load you're putting on it.
The display indicator tells you exactly, in 10-watt increments, of how much power you're pulling. Also, the three 120VAC outlets are a definite plus and in most cases, I do not have to carry a power-strip around with me to plug in all of the devices I need to use while on the road or camping.
Also, the 12VDC cigarette-lighter outlet doubles both as a power-source and as a way to charge the battery. Using the included AC-adapter to recharge the battery pack is relatively slow, almost a trickle charge, but when you're on the go, you can use the included DC-DC cable to charge the battery pack at a much higher current rate. There is also a plug for the included jumper cables so you can use the battery as a jump-start source for reviving dead car batteries in an emergency.
The built-in light and radio are functional. Nothing fancy and works as advertised. More gimmicks in themselves unless you're in emergency situations a lot. But nice to have. Only small wish is that on top of the AM and FM bands that it supports, having the WX channels would make it truly more of an "emergency" radio.
If you're looking for a minimal amount of clean, non-gas burning, portable power for a camping trip or for emergency situations, then this unit fits the bill perfectly.Get more detail about Xantrex Powerpack 600 Watt Jumpstarter, Power Inverter and Backup Power Source.
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