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Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station
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Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station

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Product Highlights
  • 518 Wh Capacity, 500W Inverter (1000W Surge)
  • Supports Multiple Appliance Charging
  • Lightweight and Portable Design
  • 3 Ways to Recharge
  • 37.9dB Quiet Power Station
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Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station

Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station

Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station charges low to high-power appliances for long hours. With a high battery capacity of 518Wh, a foldable handle, an ergonomic design, and industry-leading BMS technology, the power station is ideal for outdoor adventurers and emergency home backup solutions. It is extremely easy to carry, with a weight of just 13.32 lbs.

Featured Summary

High Battery Capacity

Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station features 1 * AC outlet, 2 * DC ports, 1 * car port, and 3 * USB-A ports to charge low to high-power appliances, including air pumps, CPAP machines, TV, mini-refrigerators and more. Its compact size and lightweight design make the power station ideal for road trips and RV camping.

Long Battery Life

The best feature of the Jackery Explorer 500 Power Station is its long battery life. Even after completing 800 charge cycles, the power station will have 80% battery capacity.

Ultimate Protection

The intelligent BMS (Battery Management System) and pure sine wave inverter deliver stable power to the appliances. The state-of-the-art temperature sensors ensure the power station is suitable for extreme weather conditions.

Lightweight and Portable

Strong and Reliable

The portable power station is exceptionally durable and can withstand hot and cold temperatures. The high-quality built-in MPPT charge controller and pure sine wave inverter protect the power station against short circuits, overcharge, overvoltages and more.

Clean and Green Solution

Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station does not emit fumes or use fuels, making it an eco-friendly and renewable power solution for camping, RV trips, off-grid living, and home backup.

Specifications:

Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station
General Specifications
Weight 13.3 lbs
Dimensions 11.8 in x 7.6 in x 9.5 in
Charge Temperature 32~104 °F
Discharge Temperature 14℉~104℉
Battery
Capacity 24Ah/21.6V (518.4 Wh)
Cell Chemistry LiFePO4
Cycle life 800 cycles to 80%+ capacity
Output Ports
AC Output 110V~ 60Hz, 4.54A
AC Total Output 500W max continuous, 1000W surge peak
DC Output (2x) 12V⎓7A
USB-A Output (3x) 5V⎓2.4A (Total 30W max)
Car Port 12V⎓10A
Input Ports
DC Input 12-15V⎓7A; 15-30V⎓3.75A
Charging Time
AC Adapter 7.5 Hours
Car Adapter 7.5 Hours

PACKAGE INCLUDES

Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station

Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station

x 1

AC & AC Charger Cable (2 Parts)

x 1

Car Charger Cable

x 1

User Manual

x 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What devices can Explorer 500 power?

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.

How to know the working times for my device?

Working time = 500Wh* 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) . Please note: actual power consumption varies from different usages, please consult Jackery for better purchase decision.

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

Within 7.5 hours from an AC wall outlet; Also another two recharge backup choices for your convenience, recharge from car port around 7.5 hours, and around within 9.5 hours from Jackery Saga 100W solar panel (Sold Separately).

How do I know if my Explorer 500 is charged?

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

What type of battery is in an Explorer 500?

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

Can the Explorer 500 be charged while using?

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

Product Documents:

Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station User Manual

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