Black & Decker 200-Watt Inverter VEC1045BD Review

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(More customer reviews)I needed an inverter to charge my laptop and cell phone in the car on road trips, and this one fit the bill nicely.I have tested it out in the car with my computer plugged in, and it works fine.It powered my computer and supplied plenty of current to charge the battery while I was using it.
This thing is smart.If you try to run it off the 12V accessory outlet in your car without running the engine, the inverter lets out a constant beep telling you that you're going to run down your battery if you continue.According to the manual, this beep could also mean that the voltage dropped below 11.0V.I didn't know which it was in my particular case, but as soon as I started the engine, the squeal stopped and it was happy to charge my computer.
The ground fault interruptor, overpower and underpower warnings, battery drain warnings, auto shut-off, the 12V DC pass-through, and the option to hook the inverter directly to your battery are all very very useful features on a solid product.Well worth the reasonable price you pay!

A word of warning: if you need an inverter, make SURE you look at the amperage needed to power whatever it is you want to plug in!This one supplies 1.74 amps, which is more than enough for most laptops, game consoles, cell phones, and portable TVs, but ALWAYS double check and make sure.If you want to plug in a small fridge, for example, check the power requirements to make sure this thing can supply enough current!You'll save yourself a lot of frustration if you are certain of what you are buying.

I highly recommend this inverter!It's worth every penny, and it feels and performs like a much more expensive unit.

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Product Description:
The Black & Decker 200-Watt inverter converts your vehicle's 12-volt DC power into 115 AC power for your house. It comes with protection against high and low voltage shocks and an alarm for when your battery gets low. An automatic shutdown function keeps the battery from draining completely. A turbo cooling fan prevents overheating, and this inverter includes a cable set, battery clips, a DC accessory plug, and a 12-volt DC accessory outlet. It delivers up to 200 watts of continuous power with a maximum surge capacity of 400 watts. Black & Decker backs this inverter with a 2-year warranty.

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Xantrex Technologies 851-0400 XPower Plus 400-Watt Inverter Review

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(More customer reviews)This item works as advertised, but it is a modified sine wave inverter.If you are planning on using it to charge cordless tool batteries---don't.The owners manual contains a caution about using with cordless tool chargers (such as Dewalt).Do a quick Internet search on "cordless tools" and "modified sine wave inverter" to confirm whether your tool is effected.Some other items that may not work well are appliances with clocks, microwaves, etc.Be sure you understand the limitations of a modified sine wave inverter.
For those smaller appliances that will run on modified sine wave, this item works well.

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Power your electronic devices when you're on the road with the Xantrex XPower Plus 400-Watt Inverter. The smallest 400-watt power inverter on the market, this handy device plugs directly into your car, truck, van, RV, or boat's lighter socket to convert power from your vehicle's battery into standard utility power. And with dual three-prong outlets, this in-vehicle power inverter lets you simultaneously run or recharge multiple devices, such as cell phones, camcorders, handheld gaming devices, stereos, laptops, TVs, and DVD players.
The Xantrex XPower Plus 400-Watt Inverter
At a Glance:

Quiet alternative to generators
In-car power inversion for use during transit
320 watts of continuous power with 600-watt surge capacity for safe, consistent power
Dual 3-prong grounded 120-volt AC outlets for running multiple electronics
Automatic shutdown protects against overheating and overloads

This in-vehicle inverter lets you turn your ride into a mobile office or entertainment center.
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Quieter and more compact than a generator, this powerful tool can run multiple devices at once.
View larger.Power Your Electronics in Any Automobile
Plug the XPower Plus 400 into your vehicle's 12-volt lighter socket and turn your ride into a mobile office or entertainment center. This power inverter incorporates high-frequency technology to convert power from your vehicle's battery (12-volt DC) into standard utility power (115-volt AC, 60 Hz), so you can power your laptop to get some work done on the road--without draining your expensive computer battery--or plug in a TV or DVD player to keep the kids entertained on a long trip. This versatile gadget gives you options for keeping informed, up to date, or entertained anywhere, and it's a perfect companion for camping, beach trips, and tailgates.
Built-In Features for Convenience and Safety
The XPower Plus 400's dual three-prong grounded AC outlets give you the ability to simultaneously power multiple devices, such as cell phones, camcorders, stereos, laptops, and TVs. And with 320 watts of continuous power and a 600-watt surge capacity, this power inverter even has DC terminals so it can be directly connected to your car, RV, or boat battery to support higher AC loads.
For protection, an integrated automatic shutdown prevents overloads, overheating, and low/high battery conditions. The inverter also senses low battery voltage so you never have to worry about completely draining your batteries. An added bonus, the XPower Plus 400's operates quietly, so you can enjoy on-demand AC power in your car without giving up your peace and quiet or drowning out your favorite tunes.Lightweight and portable, this power inverter measures 5.88 x 4.12 x 2.25 inches (LxWxH) and weighs one pound, six ounces. The Xantrex XPower Plus 400 is covered by a one-year warranty.
About Xantrex
Xantrex Technology Inc. (xantrex.com), a subsidiary of Schneider Electric, is a world leader in the development, manufacturing and marketing of advanced power electronic products and systems for the renewable and mobile power markets. The company's products convert and control raw electrical power from any central, distributed, renewable, or backup power source into high-quality power required by electronic equipment and the electricity grid. Xantrex is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with facilities in the United States, Germany and Spain, and a joint venture in China.
What's in the Box
In-car power inverter.


Plug it into your car, truck, van, RV, or boat's lighter socket to power everything from DVD players to handheld gaming devices.

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Cobra CPI 2575 2500 Watt 12 Volt DC to 120 Volt AC Power Inverter Review

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(More customer reviews)I just opened the package and haven't used this thing yet - so I can't comment on functionality - but I wanted to let others know that this unit DOES come with a cigarette lighter plug (as well as a set of alligator clips) that you can attach to the screw posts.

I wasted a couple bucks on a separate cigarette lighter plug when I ordered because the product information says nothing about coming with the cigarette lighter plug.

Oh - There is also a sticker on the cigarette lighter cable warning not to draw more than 150 watts when using it plugged into a lighter socket (use the alligator clips or your own custom wires to connect straight to the battery for full power)

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The Cobra CPI 2575 is a 12 volt DC to 120 volt AC power inverter with 2500 watts continuous power handling and 5000 Watts peak power.This unit contains a 5 volt USB output, modified sine wave, thermal shutdown, reverse polarity protection, low voltage shutdown, low voltage alarm, 3 grounded AC receptacles, LED volt/watt meter and has remote on/off capability.

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Tektrum 30w Solar Panel/Blocking Diode Cable/2m long Cable and Clamps Battery Charger Kit for RV, Home, Boat, Pool Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the best solar panel kit I ever saw. It includes everything for what I need to build a complete battery charging system. I hook up it to my RV battery by using the provided cable with clamps in less than 2 minutes!!! It starts to charge my battery immediately! It allows me to use the free energy from sunlight immediately :-) Awesome! Thank you!!

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30w Solar Panel/2m Cable/Clamps Battery Charger Kit Package Includes One 30 watt Monocrystalline Solar Panel, One Blocking Diode Cable and One 2-Meter Long Charging Cable with Clamps. This solar panel generates free electricity by charging under sunlight during daytime for use with house, RV, boat, yacht, car, camping, as well as many electronics such as laptop, stereo, television, radio, fan, outdoor lighting. The solar panel and the cables included construct a complete battery charger kits. Features: Made of monocrystalline PV -- the most energy efficient material; An extra blocking diode cable prevents reverse current flowing from battery to solar panel during night-time; An extra two-meter long cable with clamps provides the easy connection to batteries or electronic devices; Low voltage-temperature coefficient enhances high-temperature operation; Exceptional low-light performance and high sensitivity to light across the entire solar spectrum maximize yearly energy delivery; High quality, high-transmission tempered glass provides enhanced stiffness and impact resistance; Advanced EVA encapsulation system with triple-layer back sheet meets the most stringent safety requirements for high-voltage operation; A sturdy, anodized aluminum frame allows modules to be easily roof-mounted with a variety of standard mounting systems; Ultra reliable bypass diodes prevent damage through overheating due to shaded or defective calls; Output power tolerance of +/-3%; 25-year limited warranty on power output; Manufactured in an ISO9001:2000 certified plant; CE certified; Dimension 18.3inx21.9inx1.4in (464x556x35mm); Maximum Power (Pmax) 30Watts; Maximum Power Voltage (Vmp) 17.5V; Maximum Power Current (Imp) 1.72A; Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 21.2V; Short Circuit Current (Isc) 1.93A; Maximum System Voltage 1000V; Temperature Coefficient of Isc 0.06% / degree C; Temperature Coefficient of Voc -0.397% / degree C;

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Shumacher SE-82-6 Dual Rate Manual Battery Charger #SE-82-6 Review

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(More customer reviews)Darn, my riding mower wouldn't start last week, just as the grass was ready for the year's first mow.I am a single 47 year old woman who knows zilch about machinery.Since the mower wasn't making a peep when I turned the key, I went with "battery is dead".Every month over the winter I started the mower up and ran it for 5 minutes, but guess this last April freeze finally zapped it.I researched chargers and this one sounded the best for the money.Paid for it on 4/10, used supersaver shipping and got it on 4/13!My Troy-Bilt manual says to use a 12-volt charger on 6 amps for one hour.The Schumacher manual says to use this on 2 amps for 3-8 hours for riding mowers, but I went ahead and set it for 6 amps.When I plugged it in, the ammeter (never heard of that word before, but the manual told me the meter was called that) read 3 amps, which supposedly meant the battery was fully charged.Doh!!!But I went ahead and charged it for 1 hour and, Eureka, the mower started up just fine.This charger is so easy to use.I ran an extension cord out to my shed, clipped the red clip to the positive terminal, the black clip to the unpainted rear end of tractor, put the power plug in the extension cord and waited one hour.Can't beat that for simplicity.(I finally noticed I could flip the mower seat up out of the way of the top of the battery - that's how much of a novice I am.)

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