Ark Powerpacks
Submitted: Wednesday, Mar 26, 2014 at 12:24
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Member - Lin
Need something portable for camping and running the fridge,lights,and etc.
So we are looking for information on the 2 Ark powerpacks eg. the original 12V and now the new 12V/240V battery boxes.
What are they like,do they do the job,which one is best and etc.
We do have solar panels for recharging.
Reply By: The Bantam - Wednesday, Mar 26, 2014 at 21:05
Wednesday, Mar 26, 2014 at 21:05
My view is that most of these packs are over priced, under performing and have features that are no advantage.
On the matter of the built in battery charger.
It is too small to charge the size battery they carry in an expedient manner.....if you want a battery charger buy one...a good one....with that you can charge any battery.
On the matter of the inverter.
The actual need for
inverters is getting less and less, because just about anything that is safe and appropriate to use comes in 12 volt native these days.
Even though the inverter is pretty small it will flatten the battery in short order.
However, if you want an inverter...buy one...a good one and one that is suitable for your specific needs.
The single handle on top.
UM...these battery boxes weigh enough that you should be handling them with two hands...and then lifting carefully.
Remember that a simple marine battery box will cost $20 to $30 bare.
If you are a little handy you can make a battery box better suited to your needs and for avgreat deal less.
If you aren't that handy......have a look at what deric from Sidewinder is offering.
Cheers
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Follow Up By: Member - Lin - Wednesday, Mar 26, 2014 at 21:51
Wednesday, Mar 26, 2014 at 21:51
THANK YOU FOR THE DETAILED INFO,IT BWILL HELP A GREAT DEAL TO MAKE OUR DECISION
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Follow Up By: The Bantam - Wednesday, Mar 26, 2014 at 23:04
Wednesday, Mar 26, 2014 at 23:04
Um not considered ploite to post in all capitols....it is shouting.
cheers
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