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I did try switching again to Car as the input source and connecting one panel via this input since its range appears to cover the output of one solar panel. But although it recognised its input with the voltage displayed, the power stations still didn’t charge. I tried this with the Bluetti SP120 and the Allpowers and Ecoflow panels. Again looking into this with my bench power supply it looks like this input needs 8A of current to charge the unit – so in bright enough conditions with the right single panel you might get this to work.
Like the RIVER 2, the RIVER 2 Max reaches a full charge in about an hour using AC electricity or approximately three hours if you use solar panels. It also boasts an exceptional lifespan, thanks to a LiFePO4 battery that can last a decade or more without diminishing efficiency.
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Moving on to the 2 12V 3A DC5525 ports I was able to increase the current to its 3A limit – around 40W on the display. But anything over did result in an Over Current fault and the DC shut off. When the DC or AC shuts off you need to turn the unit off and on again with the power switch before it lets you turn on DC or AC. Using 12V 3A output with smart battery charger The power station is portable but only just, weighing in at 26.9kg and the AC charger is an additional 1.4kg with its mains lead. You can see the dimensions of the power station and charger on screen. This is not something you’ll be wanting to move around too often. You can just about lift it with one hand, but generally it needs two hands. The AC200P is the most powerful power station I’ve tested so far. It will power most household items quite happily and it even ran some pretty heavy machinery in my workshop. It’s worth remembering though that at its maximum 2000W output the sizable 2000Wh battery will still only last just under an hour.
The form factor (case size) is exactly the same between the Delta and the Delta 2, and so is the 1800W of power which can be supplied to your gear. The main change to the newer model is the battery technology which moves from standard lithium-ion to the safer and much longer lasting lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries. The new batteries in the Delta 2 can take at least 3000 cycles before dropping to 80% of their original capacity, whereas those in the original Delta would only need ~500 for the same drop. Unfortunately there’s no app to monitor or control the unit which would be particularly useful outdoors where the display is very hard to see – especially in bright sunlight. The small font used on the home screen doesn’t help matters. . Charging
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A large color LCD takes center stage on the front panel surrounded by a plethora of output outlets. The touch sensitive display also serves to navigate the menu. The unit is turned on by the only push button present. Once pressed, the display takes a couple of seconds to come alive. With the help of the intuitive menu, the user can change the power station's settings or enable various power outlets. The display also shows important messages pertaining to the system including battery health or any short-circuits present at outputs. Enernova ETA Pro (1050Wh): Moving up a notch, 83% usable capacity and charges 1kW in about an hour and a half. A better showing and about 10 cents cheaper per watt-hour than its smaller sibling. These power stations are perfect for power cuts, camping, travel and festivals and the AC200P can charge at up to 700W off solar panels alone when mains isn’t available. Common home appliances such as fans, a TV, LEDs, a fridge, and one AC (for a few hours), excluding motors. When the power bank is charged, you will be able to provide a fantastic power supply to your electronic devices.
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