AnkerDirect via Amazon[amazon.com] has Anker SOLIX F3800 3840Wh LiFePO4 Portable Power Station on sale for $1,799 with code SOLIXA1790. Shipping is free.
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AnkerDirect via Amazon[amazon.com] has Anker SOLIX F3800 3840Wh LiFePO4 Portable Power Station on sale for $1,799 with code SOLIXA1790. Shipping is free.
Model: Anker SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station, 3840Wh, LiFePO4 Batteries, Ultra-High 6000W AC Output with 120V/240V, Solar Generator for Home Backup, RVs, Emergencies, Power Outages, and Outdoor Camping
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Good price for a new unit - it's shown up refurb a little less expensive before, but only new units are eligible for the 30% federal tax credit.
This is still fairly expensive relative to the battery capacity, but the dual-voltage inverter is a strong selling point. The smaller Bluetti Apex 300 is proportionally less expensive, but the ecosystem and intended scale may dictate choices.
Looking for a power station that can output 240v so I can hook it directly to my house's switch panel (the same way I connect a gas generator). Any other better options out there?
bluetti apex 300 will do 240 natively. Pecron E3600LFP can do it with two units and a combiner box as well as many other brands this way
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Looking for a power station that can output 240v so I can hook it directly to my house's switch panel (the same way I connect a gas generator). Any other better options out there?
Your options are as follows with just one unit in play:
This
Bluetti Apex 300
Ecoflow Delta Pro 3
Ecoflow Delta Pro Ultra
Others can do 240 with 2 units which include:
Pecron ELF3600P
Ecoflow Delta Pro
Ecoflow Delta Ultra Plus
Anker Solix F3000
I am sure there are others that I have missed but you get the idea.
Your options are as follows with just one unit in play:
This
Bluetti Apex 300
Ecoflow Delta Pro 3
Ecoflow Delta Pro Ultra
Others can do 240 with 2 units which include:
Pecron ELF3600P
Ecoflow Delta Pro
Ecoflow Delta Ultra Plus
Anker Solix F3000
I am sure there are others that I have missed but you get the idea.
Jackery 5000 would be up there if one needs over 7kw power from one unit.
pecron one can connect cheap 50v batteries with minimal expansion cable alteration, such as 48-50v 5kw server rack batteries for 700-800$ range. There may be youtube videos to do that for anker 3800 as well, one needs to research. you loose some metrics in head unit which is oblivious to total capacity but it is dirt cheap expansion.
Jackery 5000 would be up there if one needs over 7kw power from one unit.
pecron one can connect cheap 50v batteries with minimal expansion cable alteration, such as 48-50v 5kw server rack batteries for 700-800$ range. There may be youtube videos to do that for anker 3800 as well, one needs to research. you loose some metrics in head unit which is oblivious to total capacity but it is dirt cheap expansion.
anker 3800 does not do AC pass through (as in running it like a UPS) which is one of the non obvious downsides if that is a use case for someone. It will charge from solar while running loads.
anker 3800 does not do AC pass through (as in running it like a UPS) which is one of the non obvious downsides if that is a use case for someone. It will charge from solar while running loads.
That's an interesting observation and one that is important to me. I have an EV that can charge this unit. My goal is to use this unit for powering my house and let me EV with V2L capability to keep this unit charged at the same time.
You are saying that this unit can't do it since it does not have pass through capability?
Can you suggest maybe one that does? Many thanks
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That's an interesting observation and one that is important to me. I have an EV that can charge this unit. My goal is to use this unit for powering my house and let me EV with V2L capability to keep this unit charged at the same time. You are saying that this unit can't do it since it does not have pass through capability? Can you suggest maybe one that does? Many thanks
Yes Anker for whatever reason hasn't figured this problem out. The F3800 can only output 120V while charging via 120V. The F3800 plus hasn't fixed this issue either. The latter can charge via 240V and output 240V simultaneously though as long as you buy the proprietary cable.This is where the delta pro series really shines. The XFusion tech they have allows you to always charge via 120V while outputting 240V
That's an interesting observation and one that is important to me. I have an EV that can charge this unit. My goal is to use this unit for powering my house and let me EV with V2L capability to keep this unit charged at the same time.
You are saying that this unit can't do it since it does not have pass through capability?
Can you suggest maybe one that does? Many thanks
People get AC battery chargers and connect them to the solar inputs of the 3800. That may be a few percent efficiency hit but bypasses the limitation. You can look at EG4 AC battery charger if interested, from memory it is about 5kw.
Ecoflow delta pro 3 does up to 1800W pass through,
Ecoflow delta ultra or delta ultra plus are polished more capable units at a larger cost and larger output.
this is the google summary on 3800 plus which also has deals posted, will generally cost more:
es, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus supports pass-through charging, allowing it to be used while simultaneously charging via solar, AC, or a generator. However, it's important to note that AC pass-through charging for the 120V outlets is disabled when the unit is charging from a 240V generator input.
Key details on pass-through charging
Supported sources: The F3800 Plus supports pass-through charging from solar, AC, and generator power.
Simultaneous use: You can draw power from the unit's AC and DC outlets to power appliances or charge other devices while it is being recharged through solar or a generator.
240V generator limitation: When the unit is connected to a 240V generator, the 120V AC outlets are disabled during pass-through charging to prioritize charging the battery and running the 240V load.
Dual charging: The system supports dual charging methods, allowing you to connect both solar and AC power at the same time for faster charging speeds.
That's an interesting observation and one that is important to me. I have an EV that can charge this unit. My goal is to use this unit for powering my house and let me EV with V2L capability to keep this unit charged at the same time.
You are saying that this unit can't do it since it does not have pass through capability?
Can you suggest maybe one that does? Many thanks
Which car? I would think most cars have GFCI outlets and they will trip if you plug it into these while they are plugged into the "house panel" due to neutral bond.
Which car? I would think most cars have GFCI outlets and they will trip if you plug it into these while they are plugged into the "house panel" due to neutral bond.
That is correct. There is a hack where you can use a 3 prong to 2 prong power adapter so as to remove ground from the equation.
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This is still fairly expensive relative to the battery capacity, but the dual-voltage inverter is a strong selling point. The smaller Bluetti Apex 300 is proportionally less expensive, but the ecosystem and intended scale may dictate choices.
Any other better options out there?
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This
Bluetti Apex 300
Ecoflow Delta Pro 3
Ecoflow Delta Pro Ultra
Others can do 240 with 2 units which include:
Pecron ELF3600P
Ecoflow Delta Pro
Ecoflow Delta Ultra Plus
Anker Solix F3000
I am sure there are others that I have missed but you get the idea.
This
Bluetti Apex 300
Ecoflow Delta Pro 3
Ecoflow Delta Pro Ultra
Others can do 240 with 2 units which include:
Pecron ELF3600P
Ecoflow Delta Pro
Ecoflow Delta Ultra Plus
Anker Solix F3000
I am sure there are others that I have missed but you get the idea.
pecron one can connect cheap 50v batteries with minimal expansion cable alteration, such as 48-50v 5kw server rack batteries for 700-800$ range. There may be youtube videos to do that for anker 3800 as well, one needs to research. you loose some metrics in head unit which is oblivious to total capacity but it is dirt cheap expansion.
pecron one can connect cheap 50v batteries with minimal expansion cable alteration, such as 48-50v 5kw server rack batteries for 700-800$ range. There may be youtube videos to do that for anker 3800 as well, one needs to research. you loose some metrics in head unit which is oblivious to total capacity but it is dirt cheap expansion.
You are saying that this unit can't do it since it does not have pass through capability?
Can you suggest maybe one that does? Many thanks
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You are saying that this unit can't do it since it does not have pass through capability?
Can you suggest maybe one that does? Many thanks
Ecoflow delta pro 3 does up to 1800W pass through,
Ecoflow delta ultra or delta ultra plus are polished more capable units at a larger cost and larger output.
this is the google summary on 3800 plus which also has deals posted, will generally cost more:
es, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus supports pass-through charging, allowing it to be used while simultaneously charging via solar, AC, or a generator. However, it's important to note that AC pass-through charging for the 120V outlets is disabled when the unit is charging from a 240V generator input.
Key details on pass-through charging
Supported sources: The F3800 Plus supports pass-through charging from solar, AC, and generator power.
Simultaneous use: You can draw power from the unit's AC and DC outlets to power appliances or charge other devices while it is being recharged through solar or a generator.
240V generator limitation: When the unit is connected to a 240V generator, the 120V AC outlets are disabled during pass-through charging to prioritize charging the battery and running the 240V load.
Dual charging: The system supports dual charging methods, allowing you to connect both solar and AC power at the same time for faster charging speeds.
You are saying that this unit can't do it since it does not have pass through capability?
Can you suggest maybe one that does? Many thanks
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