Description
- Output Power: 500W continuous
- Battery Capacity: 1,004.8Wh (approximately 1kWh)
- Battery Type: LiFePO₄
- AC Output: Pure sine wave
- Solar Input: Up to 450W
- Solar Voltage: 12–52V DC
- AC Charging: Up to 500W
- Battery Cycle Life: Up to 8,000 cycles according to manufacturer data
- Weight: Approximately 8.7kg
- System Type: Portable solar generator/power station
Appliance Capacity
With its 500W continuous output, the COLA 1000 Plus can handle a wider range of appliances than smaller 200W–300W portable power stations. The total connected load should remain within the 500W rating.
Lighting
- 10–15 LED bulbs
- LED desk lamps
- Rechargeable lamps
Entertainment
- 32–65-inch LED TV
- Decoder
- Soundbar
- Small audio systems
Cooling
- 2–3 standing or table fans
- Several rechargeable/DC fans
Electronics
- 1–2 laptops
- Desktop computer
- Wi-Fi router
- Modem
- CCTV system
- POS machine
- Phone and tablet chargers
Small Appliances
- Small blender
- Small printer
- Low-power juicer
- Small energy-efficient refrigerator, provided its starting surge remains within the generator’s capability
Current product listings specifically mention TVs, laptops, fans, routers, lighting, printers, CCTV equipment, POS machines and small refrigerators as suitable applications.
Estimated Runtime
The 1kWh battery provides substantial storage for low-power electronics. Actual runtime depends on appliance consumption and conversion losses.
| Load | Estimated Runtime |
|---|---|
| 50W | 16–18 hours |
| 100W | 8–9 hours |
| 150W | 5–6 hours |
| 200W | 4–4.5 hours |
| 300W | 2.5–3 hours |
| 400W | 2–2.5 hours |
| 500W | Around 1.7–2 hours |
These are practical estimates rather than guaranteed runtimes, as battery capacity, inverter efficiency, battery condition and appliance starting loads affect actual performance.
Solar Charging
The COLA 1000 Plus supports solar charging through its MPPT system. Manufacturer data specifies a maximum PV input of 450W, with a 12–52V DC input range. This allows users to connect a suitably configured solar panel array to recharge the battery during the day.
Design and Portability
The unit has a compact design and weighs about 8.7kg, making it considerably easier to move around than conventional petrol generators. It can be used at home, in an office, shop, outdoor workspace or during camping and other activities.
The pure sine-wave inverter also makes it suitable for sensitive electronic equipment such as laptops, televisions, routers and other digital devices.
Benefits
- 1kWh LiFePO₄ battery capacity
- 500W continuous output
- Pure sine-wave AC power
- Supports solar charging
- Portable and relatively lightweight
- Suitable for TVs, fans, lighting and computers
- Can support selected small appliances
- Silent operation with no fuel or exhaust
- Multiple charging and output options
- Long battery cycle life according to manufacturer specifications
Summary
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | COLA 1000 Plus |
| Battery Capacity | 1,004.8Wh / 1kWh |
| Battery Type | LiFePO₄ |
| Inverter Output | 500W |
| Output Waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Solar Input | Up to 450W |
| AC Charging | Up to 500W |
| Cycle Life | Up to 8,000 cycles |
| Weight | About 8.7kg |
| Suitable For | Home, office, shop and outdoor use |
| Can Power | TV, fans, lights, laptops, router, CCTV and selected small appliances |
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