3 Types of Portable Power Stations
Jun 14th 2017
Hello guys, so today we are going to be discussing about the types of portable power stations which you can use in case of emergency or maybe for some outdoor activities like fishing and hunting with your families or friends. I really hope that this list of types of portable power stations may be able to help you in any way and it could be useful for future reference.
1. Solar Power Station
The first types of portable power stations is of course the solar power station. Firstly, what exactly is solar power station? Basically, a solar power station converts photons from sunlight into useful electrical energy. This process is done by the solar panel in the solar power station which then stores these electrical energy in a battery so that other electrical devices may be able to charged in the form of the current that those devices need. So unlike solar panels which don't have a battery for the electricity to be stored in, the solar power station do have the battery which allows for a stable electrical connection to the devices. The solar panel only provide DC current for the electrical devices while the solar power station can convert those DC current into an AC current by using an inverter that is already built-in the power station. Hence, solar power station can be considered as a combinations of three electrical devices which have 3 specific functions. The solar power stations may act as the solar panels which captures the photons from sunlight and converts it into useful electrical energy that can be used by other electrical devices. Next, the solar power stations may also be used as a power storage to store useful electrical energy which can be used instantly. Then, the solar power station can also functions as a current inverter which changes the DC current obtained into an AC current which later can be used by the devices which use an AC current. The benefits of using solar panels is that they produce no noise and it operates silently so you don't have to worry about it disturbing your time outdoor enjoying the sounds of nature. Next, solar power stations are eco-friendly so no pollution will be caused by this power station. Lastly, it's very economic considering the fact that sunlight will be free forever.
2. Gas Power Station
The second types of portable power station is the gas power station. The gas power station utilizes a gasoline to produce electrical energy. A huge variety of devices such as laptops, smartphones, and fridges may received a stable AC current which can be produced by the gas power station. A gas power station don't have any batteries built-in because they don't need those batteries in order for it to supply a stable electrical connection to the devices. The gas power station will only be able to supply an AC current. Usually, the gas power stations may have a power outlet of about 2 to 3 AC. In most cases, a gas power station may be able to provide higher power supply if we were to compare it to other types of generator. It's actually very suitable to use gas power stations to power a devices with a much higher voltage. You may expect your solar power station to power up your devices that you may need during a power shortage and you can actually expect your gas power station to supply electricity to all of your electrical appliances that you may have at home together with all the devices that you need during a power shortage at the same time. Some of the gas generator with a higher capacity may even power up your whole house in a blink of an eye. The consequences of using the gas power station is that the gas power station produces a poisonous gas which has to be maintained in some sort of a chamber to prevent it from escaping into the air. Next, the gas power station is also not very efficient in terms of using gasoline. Finally, the gas power stations will also produce a sound pollutions which has to be controlled to prevent any complaints from the neighbours or an attractions from any unwanted visitors if you are living off the grid. The advantages of using the gas power station is that the gas power station has a high energy capacity which like mentioned earlier can power up your whole house. Next, the gas power station also don't need any recharging as it only needs to be refuel with a gasoline which takes only about a few seconds to do. Finally, the gas power stations also provide a power which can last longer than the average generators can provide you with.
3. Battery Power Station
The third types of portable power stations is the battery power station. Basically, the battery power station is almost the same as the solar power station. The only difference between these two is that the battery power station don't have the solar panel like the solar power station have. You may choose to actually power up the battery generator with a solar panel but then you will need to buy an external solar panel in order for you to charge it. Some examples of a battery power stations are the lead-acid accumulator which provides you with electricity to power up your devices. There is also the lithium-ion power station which has a high energy capability with a light design. You may choose to either charge your battery power station with an additional solar panel that you need to buy or you may also charge it via any AC outlet. A typical battery power station will have a battery system which are able to manage battery issues such as excessive voltage, temperature and charge. Battery power stations may have less electrical capability if we were to compare it to the gas power station. Therefore, it will not be able to supply appliances with a high voltage such as a coffeemaker. The advantages of using the battery power station is that it's eco-friendly, requires low maintenance and it's light. Due to the fact that it's eco-friendly, you no longer have to worry about any kinds of pollution that this power station might produce. You can use this power station as a power backup just in case you suffer a power shortage. Besides that, you can also use it for your camping, fishing and hunting activities.
So there you go. Those are the top 3 best types of portable power stations which you can use for your emergency purposes or for outdoor activities. I really hope that this informations will be very beneficial and helpful to you so that you will be able to choose which types of portable power stations that you may need. Also, don't forget to always check your budget whenever you planned to choose which one of the types of portable power stations suits you the most according to your needs.