Power Station for Power Outages

A power outage can be a big inconvenience for those relying on electricity to power their home appliances.

Once the power is out, many areas of the house or building become unusable–with no light, heating, or proper cooling.

This blog post will detail how a power station for power outage ensures hot water and other essential services are still available. We'll also make recommendations on how you can prepare your home or building for a power outage before it happens so that you're ready for the worst.

Worst power outages in US history

In September of 2003, the southwest experienced three days of power outages. This was due to a malfunction in the failing Palo Verde nuclear plant in Arizona. Additionally, 17 states experienced power loss due to rolling blackouts or heat waves.

The heat caused many electric systems to melt, so technicians were forced to cut power for safety reasons. The heat and power outages caused about $28 billion in damages. Many thought the power problems were due to terrorists making use of the power grid. 

Another major power outage that lasted many days occurred in December of 2003. In July 2005, Hurricane Katrina hit the gulf coast and blocked the flow of natural gas to many states. However, both power outages were due to normal faults in the power grid, which was not designed to withstand the stresses of hurricane damage.

The most recent power outage in the United States happened in 2016. In August 2016, there was a massive squirrel attack on distribution lines in western Pennsylvania. The blackout caused power to be out for about 100,000 people and nearly 9 million customers. This was caused by a system operator who failed to redirect power and other services over fiber lines to those cut-offs. This caused a massive multi-state failure.

Power station for a power outage

Portable power stations are often used for emergencies when the electricity disappears. Some of our power station products that can recharge batteries during an outage are:

BLUETTI AC50S 500WH/300W PORTABLE POWER STATION

This portable power station provides charging power for notebooks, digital cameras, and camcorders.

The AC50S may be small and light, but it packs a powerful punch when it comes to powering up your gadgets. Its weight is 13.6 pounds, with dimensions of 11.6 x 7.5 x 7.7 inches.

In addition to charging your smartphone 36 times, it can also power various other gadgets for several hours. The battery can charge various devices, including a 60W CPAP machine, for over six hours via various charging modes.

A solar panel array, such as the BLUETTI SP120 Solar Panel, may be used to charge the BLUETTI AC50S or use mains electricity.

You can even charge it while driving by plugging it into the car's cigarette lighter socket.

BLUETTI AC200P 2000WH/2000W PORTABLE POWER STATION

The BLUETTI AC200P 2000 Wh Portable Power Station is one of many products that provide backup power.

The BLUETTI AC200P 2000WH/2000W PORTABLE POWER STATION provides 2000 watts of power from a pair of 5,600mAh rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.

Combined with the BLUETTI PV200 solar panel array alone, the BLUETTI AC200P powers your equipment better and more affordably with less clutter!

It has 17 output ports and can charge multiple devices at the same time, such as smartphone, iPad, Macbook.

BLUETTI AC300+2*B300 COMBO PORTABLE POWER STATION

A single BLUETTI AC300 may take up to four B300 battery modules, resulting in 12.288 kWh of storage capacity. What can you do with per B300?

AC300 power station integrates a solar charge controller, AC charge controller, AC inverter, lithium battery and battery management system into one. It converts
clean and environmentally friendly solar energy and grid electricity into clean
electricity and sends it to all of your connected loads.

Pros of power stations

There are many benefits of a power bank for power outages.

Firstly, it is very versatile, which means it will suit almost all of our outdoor recreational activities.

Secondly, it is a robust and rugged product that offers many years of maintenance-free use.

Thirdly, it is very affordable as compared to traditional energy stations during the lifetime of the customers.

Another benefit is that they can power almost all electrical appliances such as laptops, TVs, DVD players, and lights. Suitable for front-of-house and rear-of-house applications. Suitable for multiple zones within the customer's property, each unit can power up to six appliances or devices.

1. Portable Size

An advantage of having multipurpose solar energy systems is compact, collapsible, and ready for shipping. This reduces costs, storage requirements, and shelf space requirements that are very manageable and very convenient.

2. Last Long

Battery banks for power outages are beneficial because they generally last many years and can be charged with solar electricity. Their efficiency levels are also excellent, and their exterior will not degrade in quality by weather, poor handling, and so on.

3. Quiet

Battery-powered stations are rather quiet, allowing for casual conversation around the campfire. There's no need to yell. Because these portable power stations are so quiet, you may use them during the day without bothering anyone else. They also have a low-battery indicator, so you won't be left in the dark if your power station dies.

 4. Low maintenance

The newer portable power station requires little to no maintenance. Portable power stations are intended to be low-maintenance, and don't require much upkeep, and are simple to clean.

How to prepare for power outages?

Whether you know when a power outage will happen or not, you need to be prepared for it in case of emergency. You need to get a portable power station and the type of outages it covers so you can prepare accordingly. Get ready for your portable power station to supply emergency power and keep your family safe and warm. Also, ensure you have your emergency kit prepared. Having a battery bank for power outages is the first thing you need to do.

FAQ

Q1: How long will a portable power station last?

A standard portable power station may last anywhere from 10-24 hours on a fully charged battery. The longevity of a battery is determined by its age, kind of battery, size, and the number of gadgets utilized with the power station.

Q2: Is a portable power station worth it?

A portable power station is an ideal solution if you need to charge common personal devices and small appliances while away from household AC outlets for extended periods or if you want to have backup power ready to go in case of an emergency.

Q3: How safe are portable power stations?

Portable power stations are quite safe as they are silent, do not provide a substantial fire risk, and require little to no maintenance. Portable power stations, unlike portable generators, emit no CO, allowing them to be used securely indoors. They have been used to power everything from residences and hospitals to airports and whole countries.

Q4: What should I look for when buying a power station for power outages?

It would be best to ask yourself a few questions, such as the unit's amperage, storage capacity, and of course, power usage capability. In addition, you should ensure it has multi charging points where you can plug your iPhone, iPad, or any other device. Size also matters; battery type and cost are other things you should look out for before buying a portable power station