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Home Depot has Ridgid 18V Cordless 175-Watt Power Inverter Kit + 2.0 Ah Battery and Charger (AC86097KSBN) on sale for $89. Shipping is free, or select free store pickup where stock permits.

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Product Information:
  • Includes: R86097 Power Inverter, R87002 2.0 Ah Battery, R86093 18V Charger, and Operator's Manual
  • Powers and charges small electronics using any RIDGID 18V battery
  • Ideal for laptops, tablets, smart phones, and other small electronics
  • 175-Watts of continuous power
  • Features four charging outlets including (1) 120V AC Outlet, (2) USB-A Ports, and (1) USB-C Port for fast simultaneous charging
  • Integrated flashlight allows for added convenience
  • Not intended for hair dryers, coffee makers, power tools, refrigerators, or compressors
  • The included 2.0 Ah Battery and 18V Charger are compatible with all RIDGID 18V Tools
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usually just inverter is 89 but with this kit is a includes 2.0 ah battery and charger.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGI.../320511070

RIDGID introduces the AC86097KSBN 18V Cordless 175-Watt Power Inverter. This power inverter allows users to power and charge small electronics on the go when paired with any RIDGID 18V battery. Ideal for smart phones, tablets, and laptops, this inverter can charge up to four devices at the same time. The 18V Cordless 175-Watt Power Inverter features (1) 120V AC outlet, (2) USB-A ports, and (1) USB-C port. The USB-C port is capable of charging faster than conventional wall chargers. This compact and portable power inverter is also equipped with an external LED light. The included battery and charger are compatible with all RIDGID 18V Tools. As always, this RIDGID Cordless 175-Watt Power Inverter is 100% compatible with all RIDGID 18V batteries. Best of all, this tool is backed by the Industry's Only Lifetime Service Agreement, simply register within 90 days of purchase for FREE Parts, Free Service, For LIFE. The AC86097KSBN Cordless 175-Watt Power Inverter Kit includes the Power Inverter, a 2.0 Ah Battery, an 18V Charger, and Operator's manual.
Powers and charges small electronics using any RIDGID 18V battery
Ideal for laptops, tablets, smart phones, and other small electronics
175-Watts of continuous power
Features four charging outlets including (1) 120V AC Outlet, (2) USB-A Ports, and (1) USB-C Port for fast simultaneous charging
Integrated flashlight allows for added convenience
Not intended for hair dryers, coffee makers, power tools, refrigerators, or compressors
The included 2.0 Ah Battery and 18V Charger are compatible with all RIDGID 18V Tools
100% Compatible: Works with all RIDGID 18V Batteries, Tools, and Chargers
Lifetime Service Agreement with registration within 90 days of purchase
Includes: R86097 Power Inverter, R87002 2.0 Ah Battery, R86093 18V Charger, and Operator's Manual
RIDGID: Build for a Lifetime

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https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGI.../320879239
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For those that want to know, the inverter uses modified sine wave. The USB-A ports share 12w and the USB-C port charges up to 45w at various voltages/amps.
Do we need to find a safe space for you?

Hurricanes
Power outages and need to keep a computer loaded or run a light/fan
Work shed
People on the road that need extra juice
People with a lot of batteries that just want to buy it

Obviously not for you, move on and quit crapping the post
Camping? no, I work in construction and hang this on my toolbelt charging my tablet or phone, powering lights etc.

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andkud
10-26-2022 at 07:13 PM.
10-26-2022 at 07:13 PM.
Quote from aznboi24 :
But they do accept DTO blemished tools.
I have not tried dto , all my ridgid from homedepot, i read some where but dont quote me on that. dto blemished do quality for lsa but reconditioned do not. Have not tried my self. Feel like to spend 20 to 30% and get from hd when on sale or promo vs getting elsewhere. Have a lot of ryobi tools but slowly switching to ridgid because of lsa
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gamabunta
10-26-2022 at 09:19 PM.
10-26-2022 at 09:19 PM.
Quote from andkud :
I have not tried dto , all my ridgid from homedepot, i read some where but dont quote me on that. dto blemished do quality for lsa but reconditioned do not. Have not tried my self. Feel like to spend 20 to 30% and get from hd when on sale or promo vs getting elsewhere. Have a lot of ryobi tools but slowly switching to ridgid because of lsa
Blemished for sure qualify bc they're still new.

I've registered tools from DTO no problem.
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gathermewool
10-27-2022 at 06:18 AM.
10-27-2022 at 06:18 AM.
Quote from gathermewool :
I thought I would, too, and almost pulled the trigger. Then I did some thinking and realized I have tons of battery-powered lights/lanterns (even the Ridgid 18V spot light) and USB battery packs for all my lighting and charging needs. I also have a small generator to power/charge all of our necessities. It'll already be running to keep the food cold, so it's also running to keep the internet up and things charged/lot.

I also already have two 4AH batteries that meet all of my power tool needs, so an extra 2AH battery isn't really worth much. It's not large enough to add any meaningful capacity. I guess it would make my most-used tools lighter; however, I don't find any of my tools to be very taxing to begin with.

I also have the 18V fan, so for power outages I'd probably save the battery power for that over this converter.

Seriously, the more I think about it the less I can justify this as even a moderate want. Besides, I told myself I'd stop spending money on things I don't even want that badly.

Funny story (not really): just got my sleep study results back and I have severe sleep apnea.

It looks like this thing should be able to power the CPAP machine they'll likely send me, the ResMed Airsense 10 or 11, but I'd burn through my batteries quickly and having to change them out throughout the night wouldn't be ideal. It would make more sense to buy a larger battery, but then there's THAT cost.

There's also the fact that I haven't researched larger DC-DC backup options, which would be way more efficient.
I'll have to think about it. I'm sure it'll be on sale again or hopefully offered at a different sale price with a larger battery.
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10-27-2022 at 12:50 PM.
10-27-2022 at 12:50 PM.
Quote from psyctto :
how'd you convince yourself..?
i can't think of a single use case for this where a battery "tool" wouldn't already be a better option (fans, lights, ect...) it's only 175W, 120VAC/~1.5A is pretty damn limiting already. even if i do find a use case, i'm sure the efficiency of this thing is garbage... but i can't find it stated anywhere.
I can tell you why I got it, for one another battery, can always use more. Almost worth the purchase price alone at normal non sale price.

Second I just went without power for 5 days from hurricane Ian.

Having something like this be it to charge a phone, run a fan, power a light would have been really nice.

Especially a one off area like a bathroom where I didnt want to run a 100ft extension cable across the house, or carry a flashlight with me just to pee.

I have some good USB power banks, but once its drained gotta recharge them. Having several Ridgid batteries on hand means basically each and every one of them is now a power bank, but with the flexibility to run an AC device if needed.
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psyctto
10-27-2022 at 12:59 PM.
10-27-2022 at 12:59 PM.
Quote from ViciousXUSMC :
I can tell you why I got it, for one another battery, can always use more. Almost worth the purchase price alone at normal non sale price.

Second I just went without power for 5 days from hurricane Ian.

Having something like this be it to charge a phone, run a fan, power a light would have been really nice.

Especially a one off area like a bathroom where I didnt want to run a 100ft extension cable across the house, or carry a flashlight with me just to pee.

I have some good USB power banks, but once its drained gotta recharge them. Having several Ridgid batteries on hand means basically each and every one of them is now a power bank, but with the flexibility to run an AC device if needed.
phone charging, fine... but for a light or fan, you're far better off having Ridgid 18V equivalents for the efficiency and extra battery life you'll have, you don't have to pay the DC to AC efficiency loses.
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jamesf1982
10-28-2022 at 06:15 AM.
10-28-2022 at 06:15 AM.
I'm buying this one for $100 more.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGI.../321368263

I'm looking for hurricane supplies and my shed is also hot so the fan would be nice.
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buggz2k
10-28-2022 at 06:39 AM.
10-28-2022 at 06:39 AM.
Inverter is showing:
"The output of this device is not sinusoidal.
It has a total harmonic distortion of 40 percent and maximum single harmonic of 30 percent."
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gathermewool
10-28-2022 at 03:14 PM.
10-28-2022 at 03:14 PM.
Quote from psyctto :
phone charging, fine... but for a light or fan, you're far better off having Ridgid 18V equivalents for the efficiency and extra battery life you'll have, you don't have to pay the DC to AC efficiency loses.

100% agreed, but even I can't justify this for charging. While traveling I'd much rather pack a couple of Anker battery packs. For power outages the generator will be running frequently enough to keep everything charged.

Also, the fan is excellent and it can also take input from any 110 outlet via an extension cord.

For me, this inverter could only have been an impulse buy, and that has luckily passed.
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10-28-2022 at 03:20 PM.
10-28-2022 at 03:20 PM.
Quote from buggz2k :
Inverter is showing:
"The output of this device is not sinusoidal.
It has a total harmonic distortion of 40 percent and maximum single harmonic of 30 percent."

What are you trying to say? Isn't that normal for a square-wave inverter???
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10-28-2022 at 06:13 PM.
10-28-2022 at 06:13 PM.
Quote from xxaznvtguyxx :
Yes, but beside camping where do you need this?
Power Outage. Power on your router for internet. Watch Netflix.
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10-28-2022 at 06:45 PM.
10-28-2022 at 06:45 PM.
Quote from gathermewool :
What are you trying to say? Isn't that normal for a square-wave inverter???
Shrug, I have no idea, just reporting...
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10-28-2022 at 09:37 PM.
10-28-2022 at 09:37 PM.
Quote from BlueChicken432 :
Power Outage. Power on your router for internet. Watch Netflix.

Better off to buy power inverter with pure sine wave if you hooked up with computer's equipment. It gives you cleaner power .
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10-29-2022 at 11:44 AM.
10-29-2022 at 11:44 AM.
Quote from Iluvguns :
Is this just gonna power phones, laptops etc... Or will it do circular saw, weed eater or router?

No. Small devices only.
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xxaznvtguyxx
10-29-2022 at 05:07 PM.
10-29-2022 at 05:07 PM.
Anyone received their order? I got mine shipped to the house and it came in a regular brown box with Ridgid sticker. Something like a refurbished product box, not a retail looking box. Contents look new.
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Fretty
10-29-2022 at 06:43 PM.
10-29-2022 at 06:43 PM.
Quote from xxaznvtguyxx :
Anyone received their order? I got mine shipped to the house and it came in a regular brown box with Ridgid sticker. Something like a refurbished product box, not a retail looking box. Contents look new.
I received the same non-retail looking box. It didn't bother me though. It is probably a limited run combo that TTI did not deem worthy of printing up a glossy box.
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