Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station

Below are the specifications for the Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station and the SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel.

Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station

Battery

• Cell Chemistry: Li-ion NMC
• Capacity: 518Wh (21.6V, 24Ah)
• Lifecycle: 500 cycles to 80%+ capacity
• Management System: BMS, Over Voltage Protection, Short Circuit Protection
• Operating Usage Temperature 14-104F (-10-40℃)

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Ports

• AC Output 1 x 230V, 500W (1000W peak)
• USB-A Output 5V, 2.4A
• Car Output 12V, 10A
• DC Input 12V-30V (65W Max)

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Recharge Times

• AC Adapter: 7.5 Hours
• 12V Car Adaptor: 8 Hours
• 1x Solar Saga 100W Solar Panel: 9.5 Hours

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Dimensional Data

• Length (L): 30.1 cm
• Width (W): 19.3 cm
• Height (H): 24.2 cm
• Weight: 6.04 kg

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SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel

Solar

• Peak Power: 100W
• Power Voltage: 18V
• Power Current: 5.55A
• Open Circuit Voltage: 21.6V
• Short Circuit Current: 6A
• Power Current: 5.55A

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Dimensional Data

• Folded: 24 x 21 x 1.4 in (610 x 535 x 35 mm)
• Unfolded: 48 x 21 x 0.2 in (1220 x 535 x 5 mm)
• Weight: 10.33 lbs (4.69 kg)

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General

• Warranty: 2 Years
• Materiales: Monocrystalline Silicon Solar Cells
• Waterproof: IP65
• Efficiency rate: 23%
• Operating temperature: -10-65℃(14-149°F)

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Q1: What devices can Explorer 500 power?

A: Please note that the AC output port can only charge/power devices that operate at less than 500-Watt. Once exceeding, the Explorer 500 will shut off automatically. Please refer to your device specification before purchase.

 

Q2: How to know the working times for my device? Why does the duration of some devices deviate from the actual usage data?

A: Working time = 518Wh* 0.85 / operating power of your device. For reference, assuming power consumption of your device is 60W (might be a box fan), working time will be 500Wh*0.85/60w=7hrs (rough calculated) .

The duration of our equipment is based on laboratory data, and the duration of specific equipment usage may vary.

 

Q3: How long does it take to full charge this power station?

A: Within 7.5 hours from an AC wall outlet; Also another two recharge backup choices for your convenience, recharge from carport around 7.5 hours, and around within 9.5 hours from Jackery SolarSaga 100W solar panel.

 

Q4: Does Explorer 500 include a built-in MPPT controller?

A: All Jackery power stations have a built-in MPPT controller.

Note:

For power saving, Explorer 500 will be turned off automatically in 12 hours when being drawn under 10W power.

• Storage instruction: keep fully charged every 3 months for best results and store it between -20 and 45 °C. Keep your portable power station away from heat and direct sunlight in order to extend its life span.
• Lithium batteries with a watt-hour output greater than 160 WH are generally prohibited from being carried on the plane, either as hand luggage or checked luggage. Please contact your airline for more information.

 

Q5: How do l know if my Explorer 500 is charged?

A: To check the charge level of the Explorer 500, refer to the LCD Battery Display.

 

Q6: What type of battery is in an Explorer 500?

A: Explorer 500 contains a battery pack which consists of an array of cylindri cal 18650 lithium-ion battery cells with high energy density.

 

Q7: Can the Explorer 500 be charged while using it?

A: Yes, you can use the Explorer 500 to charge devices, while it's being re-charged at the same time.

 

Q8: Is the solar panel waterproof?

A: The Saga 100W is not waterproof. To maximise the lifespan of the module,Please don’t make it get wet.

  

Q9: How to clean the solar panel surface?

A: We mentioned this point in the manual. Please use a soft cloth to remove the dust and dirt on the surface. Use a damp cloth to wipe the surface of the solar module to remove any remaining dust or dirt. Any guano or other adhesive should be removed as soon as possible from the solar surface to avoid a reduction in performance.

 

Q10: Can the solar panel charge smartphones and tablet?

A: Yes, the 100W solar panel has 1* USB-C(5V,3A) output port and 1* USB-A(5V, 2.4A) output port.

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How will my order be delivered?

All orders will be delivered using the fastest, safest, and most reliable methods. Once we process your payment, we will aim to dispatch your items within the delivery time frame stated on the product page. We will choose the most suitable delivery method and courier after you order. It's not possible to choose a courier or delivery method yourself. Sometimes, orders for one or more items may need to be delivered by different courier networks, so you may receive items at different times.

The approximate delivery time of your product will be stated on the product page. If the product is out of stock, delivery time may not be stated.

 

Where does powertosurvive.co.uk deliver?

We deliver most products anywhere in mainland UK (United Kingdom).

There may be additional charges for the 'offshore domestic regions' and ‘Scottish Highlands’: the Channel Islands, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Scilly Isles, Scottish Highlands, Scottish Islands and Northern Ireland.

If your address is outside of the UK mainland please contact for a delivery quote, either by email at info@powertosurvive.co.uk or by live chat by clicking here.

 

How much does delivery cost?

Orders between £0.00–£99.99 will cost £5.99 to be delivered. Orders over £100 will be free delivery.

Return Policy

Thank you for shopping at Power to Survive.

If you are not entirely satisfied with your purchase, we are here to help.

 

Right to Cancel

You have the right to cancel this contract within 14 days without giving any reason. The cancellation period will expire after 14 days from the day on which you, or a third party other than the carrier indicated by you acquires, takes physical possession of the goods. To exercise the right to cancel, you must inform us of your decision to cancel this contract by a clear statement by email to sales@powertosurvive.co.uk.

To meet the cancellation deadline, it is sufficient for you to send your communication concerning your exercise of the right to cancel before the cancellation period has expired.

Once the right to cancel period has expired we may still accept returns, although additional charges will be applicable. However, these regulations do not restrict the statutory right to cancel and do not apply during the 14 days cancellation period.

 

Effects of Cancellation

If you cancel this contract during the 14 day cancellation period, we will reimburse all payments received from you, including the costs of delivery (except for the supplementary costs arising if you chose a type of delivery other than the least expensive type of standard delivery offered by us). We may make a deduction from the reimbursement for loss in value of any goods supplied if the loss is the result of unnecessary handling by you.

We will make the reimbursement without undue delay, and not later than –

(a) 14 days after the day we receive back from you any goods supplied, or

(b) (if earlier) 14 days after the day you provide evidence that you have returned the goods, or 

(c) if there were no goods supplied, 14 days after the day on which we are informed about your decision to cancel this contract.

We will make the reimbursement using the same means of payment as you used for the initial transaction unless you have expressly agreed otherwise; in any event, you will not incur any fees as a result of the reimbursement. We may withhold reimbursement until we have received the goods back or you have supplied evidence of having sent back the goods, whichever is the earliest. You shall send back the goods or hand them over to us without undue delay and in any event not later than 14 days from the day on which you communicate your cancellation from this contract to us. The deadline is met if you send back the goods before the period of 14 days has expired.

You will have to bear the direct cost of returning the goods.

You are only liable for any diminished value of the goods resulting from the handling other than what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics and functioning of the goods.

Keep the product in a ‘as new condition’. This means the product must be returned in its original condition unused and in its original packaging which should not be marked or damaged (e.g. if you have opened the box to examine the product you must have done so without damaging or marking the product at all). It should be returned with the original box, packaging, and accessories. Do not write directly on the packaging.

 

To Return a Product To Us

Please make sure that the product was received by you in the last 14 days.

Send an email to sales@powertosurvive.co.uk.

Your email should have the following information so that we can process a return.

• Your name

• Order reference number

• Your Address

• Email address

• Contact number

• Date of purchase

• Date the goods were received by you

• If you originally ordered multiple items, which do you want to return?

When we approve a return, please send the product along with a note indicating whether you want to exchange the product (and if so, what other product you want to order) or a refund.

 

Sending A Return Back To Us

Some of our products may have delicate physical properties and the transportation of these items is a difficult business. If the item you wish to return has delicate physical properties please make sure that any courier used is aware that the contents of the shipment could contain delicate items. Also, make sure that any courier shipment is fully insured to the value of the shipment (retail price).

 

Damaged Or Faulty Items Received By You

If you received a damaged or faulty product, please notify us immediately for assistance.

 

Sale items

Sale items can be refunded.

 

Contact us

If you have any questions about our Returns and Refunds Policy, please contact us:

• By live chat: Please click here

• By email: sales@powertosurvive.co.uk