Xantrex Technologies XPower Pocket Mobile Power Source 100-Watt Inverter #813-0081-00
by Xantrex
Sales Rank: 7375
List Price: $49.95 $24.99At Amazon on 11-3-2008.
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Provides up to 100 watts of AC power
Converts 12 volts of DC power from a vehicle battery into 115 volts of AC power
AC outlet to power a charger or adapter for mobile electronics
USB power port to operate and charge mobile electronics
DC cable with vehicle and airplane connector
Manufacturer Description
The XPower Pocket Inverter 100 utilizes advanced electronics to convert the 12-volt DC battery power from a vehicle or airplane into 115-volt household AC electricity. If your laptop battery runs low, simply plug into the AC outlet on the inverter and you’ve got portable power to keep working, just like you’re at the office or at home. In addition to the AC power outlet, this inverter includes a USB port, which can power or charge an iPod, a Blackberry, and a wide range of other electronic devices you can’t live without. The XPower Pocket Inverter 100 easily fits inside even the most stuffed carry-on or laptop bag. Its integrated vehicle and airplane DC connector will keep your iPod music flowing, your cell phone charged, and your laptop running.
About Inverters
Inverters turn DC power into AC power, the type of current that powers everyday appliances. A common use of an inverter is to connect one into a car's cigarette lighter and then plug small home appliances into the inverter.
Inverters have added features over the years, and today many inverters include emergency radios, lights, or their own internal battery to store power.
When you purchase an inverter, you need one that can handle the wattage of the appliances you intend to connect to it. Some inverters are made specifically to power low-wattage appliances, like portable phones or digital music players. Others can handle heavy-duty power tools.
If you're buying an inverter that's powered by its own battery, you'll have to consider how many hours the inverter can provide power before needing a recharge.