PowerTank Lithium
Item #: 18771 / 18771-CGL- Portable power pack for your computerized Celestron telescope using Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) chemistry
- Powers your telescope for up to 10 hours
- Smaller, lighter, safer, and easier to maintain than lithium-ion and sealed lead acid designs
- Up to 2000 charge cycles – four times more than lithium-ion and 7 times more than sealed lead-acid designs
- Un-recharged shelf life of up to 10 years – 3 times better than lithium-ion and 10 times better than sealed lead-acid designs
- Environmentally friendly – Does not use toxic heavy metals
- Battery shuts off automatically when insufficient current flow is detected to prevent you from inadvertently draining your battery
Overview
- Portable power pack for your computerized Celestron telescope using Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) chemistry
- Powers your telescope for up to 10 hours
- Smaller, lighter, safer, and easier to maintain than lithium-ion and sealed lead acid designs
- Up to 2000 charge cycles – four times more than lithium-ion and 7 times more than sealed lead-acid designs
- Un-recharged shelf life of up to 10 years – 3 times better than lithium-ion and 10 times better than sealed lead-acid designs
- Environmentally friendly – Does not use toxic heavy metals
- Battery shuts off automatically when insufficient current flow is detected to prevent you from inadvertently draining your battery
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Description
The PowerTank Lithium keeps the charge going for the astronomer on the go. The Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery chemistry has significant advantages over other battery chemistries.
- The LiFePO4 has an un-recharged shelf life of 10 years compared to 3 years for the Lithium Iron and 6-9 months for a Sealed Lead-Acid battery.
- The battery performance of the PowerTank Lithium phosphate degrades at a much slower pace than other chemistries.
- The LiFePO4 can be charged and discharged 2000 times compared to only 500 for a Lithium Iron battery and 300 for sealed lead-acid designs.
- The batteries will last as long as the telescope you use it with!
- The LiFePO4 uses phosphates instead of environmentally hazardous elements like cobalt or lead commonly found in other rechargeable batteries.
- Can withstand higher temperatures than lithium-iron designs and will not be a fire danger if accidentally punctured.
This combined with its rugged design make it the perfect outdoor power supply.
Keep your telescopes, smartphones, tablets, GPS systems, cameras and other USB-powered devices as active as you are with PowerTank Lithium—the ideal outdoor portable-charging solution for your electronic gear.
PowerTank Lithium Compatibility List
Will power any computerized mount
| Compatible | |
|---|---|
| Advanced VX | Astro Fi |
| NexStar Evolution | NexStar GT |
| NexStar SLT | NexStar SE Series |
| LCM series | SkyProdigy |
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PowerTank Lithium Compatibility List
Will power any computerized mount
| Compatible | |
|---|---|
| Advanced VX | Astro Fi |
| NexStar Evolution | NexStar GT |
| NexStar SLT | NexStar SE Series |
| LCM series | SkyProdigy |
Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Battery Capacity: | 84.4 Wh |
| Charging Input: | 16VDC @ 2000mA |
| Charge Time (from flat): | 4 hours |
| Telescope Power Port: | 12VDC @ 3000mA, Tip positive |
| Car Battery Adapter Port: | None |
| USB Charging Port 1 Output: | 5VDC @ 1000mA |
| USB Charging Port 2 Output: | 5VDC @ 2100mA |
| Auto Shutoff Threshold Current: | (12V Port) - Less than 250mA for a long period of time |
| Operating Temperature: | -4°F - 140°F (-20°C - 60°C) |
| Light Panel: | Red or White with two brightness settings for each color |
| Weather Proof/Dust Proof: | IP-65 rating |
| Telescope Power Cord: | 6.5 ft (2 m) with connector for Celestron telescopes |
| Strap: | 2" wide hook and loop strap for attachment to tripod leg and a 10" hanging strap |
| Product Dimensions: | 190.5mm x 76.2mm (7.5" x 3") |
| Product Weight: | 2.25 lbs (1.02 kg) |
| Included Items: | Battery pack | AC mains charger | Power cord for Celestron telescopes | Strap for attaching to tripod | Strap for hanging |
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FAQ
PowerTank Lithium – Auto Shutoff Feature
PowerTank Lithium batteries come with a safety feature that prevents them from slowly discharging if they are left unattended for long periods of time.
My Celestron PowerTank is taking longer to charge and to show a fully charged light. Why?
PowerTanks use a lead-acid battery technology. These batteries start out new at 100% capacity in amp-hours. PowerTanks come in 7 amp-hour and 17 amp-hour capacities.
Support & Downloads
| Manuals: |
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| PowerTank Lithium Manual |
| Other Product Files: |
| Product Use Recommendation |
