Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station - 1056Wh | 1800W - Anker US $549

capn_pantelones

Aug 24, 2024 1:14 PM

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capn_pantelonesAug 24, 2024 1:14 PM

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This has been the price for a while, but a nice power station if you're in the market.

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gbiscette

Aug 26, 2024 8:28 PM

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gbiscetteAug 26, 2024 8:28 PM

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Quick question, can this power station be used as a sump pump battery backup, when theres no electricity power?

capn_pantelones

Aug 26, 2024 8:59 PM

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capn_pantelonesAug 26, 2024 8:59 PM

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Quote from gbiscette

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Quick question, can this power station be used as a sump pump battery backup, when theres no electricity power?

Maybe. Depends on the startup/surge wattage of your pump, but the C1000 goes to 2400 surge watts on the rightmost 20amp outlet . If you have a 1/3 hp rated pump, which is common for residential use, it would probably work. HOWEVER, as a sump pump backup afficinado, I don't recommend this route, as storms/flooding can happen while you're sleeping or not at home, and this would provide a false sense of security, not to mention you have a single point of failure should the pump mechanically fail, regardless of power. I've had good luck with dedicated deep cycle battery backups over the years, but have recently moved to a water powered Liberty SumpJet, as the those deep cycle batteries age-out after about 5 years and cost about $200ish to replace. Also, don't overlook the value of having a secondary pump. Often it's not a power issue, but actual mechanical pump failure, so having a secondary pump down in the well has saved me from main pump failures in the past. If you have $550 to spare, I would recommend a dedicated battery backup as first priority...it's cheap insurance.

bluskye

Aug 26, 2024 9:27 PM

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bluskyeAug 26, 2024 9:27 PM

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Quote from capn_pantelones

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Maybe. Depends on the startup/surge wattage of your pump, but the C1000 goes to 2400 surge watts on the rightmost 20amp outlet . If you have a 1/3 hp rated pump, which is common for residential use, it would probably work. HOWEVER, as a sump pump backup afficinado, I don't recommend this route, as storms/flooding can happen while you're sleeping or not at home, and this would provide a false sense of security, not to mention you have a single point of failure should the pump mechanically fail, regardless of power. I've had good luck with dedicated deep cycle battery backups over the years, but have recently moved to a water powered Liberty SumpJet, as the those deep cycle batteries age-out after about 5 years and cost about $200ish to replace. Also, don't overlook the value of having a secondary pump. Often it's not a power issue, but actual mechanical pump failure, so having a secondary pump down in the well has saved me from main pump failures in the past. If you have $550 to spare, I would recommend a dedicated battery backup as first priority...it's cheap insurance.

Is this enough to charge the deep cycle battery in the event the power is out for long periods of time. Also, my sump back up is on 15amp, so will a pump surge on the battery or when there is power, take the outlet power?

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gbiscette

Aug 26, 2024 9:50 PM

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gbiscetteAug 26, 2024 9:50 PM

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Quote from capn_pantelones

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Maybe. Depends on the startup/surge wattage of your pump, but the C1000 goes to 2400 surge watts on the rightmost 20amp outlet . If you have a 1/3 hp rated pump, which is common for residential use, it would probably work. HOWEVER, as a sump pump backup afficinado, I don't recommend this route, as storms/flooding can happen while you're sleeping or not at home, and this would provide a false sense of security, not to mention you have a single point of failure should the pump mechanically fail, regardless of power. I've had good luck with dedicated deep cycle battery backups over the years, but have recently moved to a water powered Liberty SumpJet, as the those deep cycle batteries age-out after about 5 years and cost about $200ish to replace. Also, don't overlook the value of having a secondary pump. Often it's not a power issue, but actual mechanical pump failure, so having a secondary pump down in the well has saved me from main pump failures in the past. If you have $550 to spare, I would recommend a dedicated battery backup as first priority...it's cheap insurance.

All right thanks for the input friend.

capn_pantelones

Aug 26, 2024 10:57 PM

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Quote from bluskye

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Is this enough to charge the deep cycle battery in the event the power is out for long periods of time. Also, my sump back up is on 15amp, so will a pump surge on the battery or when there is power, take the outlet power?

Yes, the C1000 could certainly charge a deep cycle battery, but the limiting factor to getting the pump running again is that the battery chargers that are standard with most of those systems (I'm familiar with Basement Watchdog) may take 12-24 hours to return the deep cycle battery to 12+ volts of running charge. This is to say, once the deep cycle battery is depleted, it may take a day of charging to get it running again. These battery charging units are typically maintainters/trickle chargers meant to slowly recharge the 12 volt lead acid batteries (much like a car battery). Depending on how often the pump needs to run, the power in the battery may last a day or two, but in a scenario where the pump needs to run beyond that without battery power, you're out of luck. These limitations, but more importantly the $200 bucks to replace the battery every 5 years, had me switch to a water powered backup which can run forever, just so long as there is city water pressure. For every gallon of water pressure used to create vacuum in the venturi pump, it removes two gallons from the well. The Liberty SumpJet is my go-to recommendation for a backup pump and I've had mine for 7 years now: https://a.co/d/6mKH3CE. I was able to install mine with PEX and SharkBite fittings, so didn't need to involve a plumber. If you hired out the install, with parts and labor, may run $300-$500 depending on your specific situation.

markdealfinder

Aug 27, 2024 2:05 PM

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markdealfinderAug 27, 2024 2:05 PM

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Was $499 a few weeks back, I picked up one at that time. But now in FL there tax free for this time period on batteries/solar, so it evens out if you are in FL and want to pick up another one

I use it for my computer setup, I have 5 monitors and two macbooks, that pulls 100watts on standby, so i turn off the outlets when I'm not using it at night, which reduces that draw from the outlet. I don't use solar or anything, i just recharge with the wall outlet for now, you can pickup panels cheaper locally then you can online.

StrongFlag784

Aug 28, 2024 2:39 AM

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StrongFlag784Aug 28, 2024 2:39 AM

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Quote from markdealfinder

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Was $499 a few weeks back, I picked up one at that time. But now in FL there tax free for this time period on batteries/solar, so it evens out if you are in FL and want to pick up another one

I use it for my computer setup, I have 5 monitors and two macbooks, that pulls 100watts on standby, so i turn off the outlets when I'm not using it at night, which reduces that draw from the outlet. I don't use solar or anything, i just recharge with the wall outlet for now, you can pickup panels cheaper locally then you can online.

I'm outside Orlando, where are you getting panels?

bluskye

Aug 28, 2024 1:55 PM

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bluskyeAug 28, 2024 1:55 PM

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Quote from capn_pantelones

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Yes, the C1000 could certainly charge a deep cycle battery, but the limiting factor to getting the pump running again is that the battery chargers that are standard with most of those systems (I'm familiar with Basement Watchdog) may take 12-24 hours to return the deep cycle battery to 12+ volts of running charge. This is to say, once the deep cycle battery is depleted, it may take a day of charging to get it running again. These battery charging units are typically maintainters/trickle chargers meant to slowly recharge the 12 volt lead acid batteries (much like a car battery). Depending on how often the pump needs to run, the power in the battery may last a day or two, but in a scenario where the pump needs to run beyond that without battery power, you're out of luck. These limitations, but more importantly the $200 bucks to replace the battery every 5 years, had me switch to a water powered backup which can run forever, just so long as there is city water pressure. For every gallon of water pressure used to create vacuum in the venturi pump, it removes two gallons from the well. The Liberty SumpJet is my go-to recommendation for a backup pump and I've had mine for 7 years now: https://a.co/d/6mKH3CE. I was able to install mine with PEX and SharkBite fittings, so didn't need to involve a plumber. If you hired out the install, with parts and labor, may run $300-$500 depending on your specific situation.

Thank you. I have a donated gas generator in the event of emergency and never used it. This product seems much smaller and lighter and can be safely used in the house and opens other use cases since it's so compact and light with solar panels. I may pick one up when it goes on sale again

bweiher

Aug 29, 2024 12:56 PM

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bweiherAug 29, 2024 12:56 PM

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This is basically its normal /regular price. Most of these power station battery companies run similiar super sales with similiar discounts and prices for com peer able products regularly.

If you're not buying one on-sale, you're very likely overpaying.

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markdealfinder

Sep 4, 2024 5:15 PM

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I'm outside Orlando, where are you getting panels?

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