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Comparison EcoPlay P3600 vs Choetech BS006

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EcoPlay P3600
Choetech BS006
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2 USB A ports, 2 USB A QC3.0 ports, 2 USB C ports. Car cigarette lighter, 2 DC5521 ports. LiFePo4 battery 1997 Wh.
In boxcharging stationcharging station
Rated power3600 W2000 W
Peak power7200 W
Output waveformsinusoid (PSW)sinusoid (PSW)
UPS function
Outputs
Sockets (230 V)33
USB A
 
2
5В/2.4А
12 W
USB A (quick charge)
2x QC3.0
18 W
2x QC3.0
18 W
USB C
4
100 W
2
5 A
100 W
Car cigarette lighter
Inputs (station charging)
From solar panels
Input port XT60
Anderson port11.5 – 50 H / 500 W
Add. portsХТ90C13/14 (charging)
Battery and charging time
Battery typeLiFePO4LiFePO4
Battery capacity3840 W*h1997 W*h
Charging cycles3500
Charging time (socket) 132 min120 min
Charging time (solar panel) 150 min300 min
Charging power (socket)2200 W1100 W
Charging power (solar panel)2000 W500 W
General
PSUbuilt into the body
Display
Backlight
Wheels for transportation
Carrying handle
Operating temperature0 °C ~ +55 °C-10 °C ~ +40 °C
Dimensions490x321x465 mm386x275x306 mm
Weight40.7 kg22 kg
Warranty2 years
Added to E-Catalogoctober 2024january 2023
Brief conclusions of the comparison portable power stations

Charging stations EcoPlay P3600 and Choetech BS006 have their unique features that may influence the user's choice. The EcoPlay P3600 stands out with a high rated power of 3600W and a peak value of 7200W, making it more suitable for powerful devices. It also offers a larger battery capacity of 3840Wh and faster charging time from the grid (132 min). Meanwhile, the Choetech BS006 has a lower power of 2000W and a capacity of 1997Wh but offers more USB outputs and support for fast charging via QC3.0. Users note that the EcoPlay P3600 is better suited for lengthy trips and use under high-load conditions, whereas the Choetech BS006 may be more convenient for everyday use due to its compact size and lighter weight (22 kg compared to 40.7 kg for EcoPlay). Both devices have a display and lighting, but the EcoPlay is additionally equipped with a flashlight, which can be useful in camping conditions.

Glossary

Rated power

Power that a device can consistently produce for an indefinitely long time without any unpleasant consequences. For normal operation of the charging station, the rated power must be at least 15 - 20% higher than the total power of all devices simultaneously connected to it.

Peak power

Some electrical appliances (in particular, units with electric motors - refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.) consume significantly more energy at startup than after reaching the operating mode. For such a load, the peak power of the charging station must be taken into account - its indicator must be higher than the starting power of the load.

UPS function

Charging stations with UPS function switch consumers to backup power from their own battery, acting as an uninterruptible power supply. In comparison with full-fledged UPSs, switching does not occur instantly, but with a certain delay (about 10-30 ms). To use this function correctly, you must first study the instructions for the charging station, which often describes the correct procedure for connecting the intended consumer devices.

USB A

Full-size USB A connectors are popular in computer technology, they are standardly used in adapter chargers for 230 V household networks and 12 V auto sockets. In charging stations, such outlets are widely used for charging gadgets.

- The total number of such ports can be very diverse ( 1 USB, 2 connectors, 3 ports and even 4), since it allows you to connect for charging, and in some cases for power, various low-power devices - smartphones, tablets, power banks, lamps, etc. .

- The strength of the power. The maximum power output through the USB A connector to the device being charged. Note that different ports of the charging station can output different power (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In this case, the highest power strength is usually indicated.

— Power. The maximum output power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering through the USB A connector to one charging device.

USB C

USB type C ports are smaller than classic USBs, and they also have a convenient reversible design that allows you to connect the plug in either direction. USB type C was originally designed to be able to implement various advanced features: increased power supply, fast charging technologies, etc.

Since the port is relatively new and quite powerful (there are USB type C with a power of 60 W and even 100 W), the total number of such connectors is often limited to 1 port, less often two).

- The strength of the power. The maximum power output through the USB type C connector to a charging device. Note that different ports of the charging station can output different power (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In this case, the highest power strength is usually indicated.

— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering to one rechargeable gadget. The high output power of the USB type C port allows you to speed up the charging process. However, the appropriate power must be supported by the device being charged - otherwise the speed of the process will be limited by the characteristics of the gadget.

Anderson port

A large two-pole connector for connecting batteries, chargers and all kinds of equipment where reliable contact is required for the sake of ensuring stable operation of the equipment. Anderson Port is resistant to moisture changes, can be used both for indoor and outdoor mechanisms. Thanks to identical mating parts, a pair is formed by two identical connectors, which are rotated 180 ° relative to each other. Most often, Anderson port is used in mobile homes on wheels.

Add. ports

Additional input connectors provided in the design of the charging station in addition to those described above.

Battery capacity

Nominal battery capacity, in fact - the amount of energy that is supposed to be stored. The larger it is, the longer the battery life of the charging station will be, all other things being equal. On the other hand, this parameter also affects the dimensions, weight and price of the battery, despite the fact that an energy-intensive battery is not always required. By the indicator of capacity in watt-hours, you can compare batteries with each other.

Charging cycles

The number of charge-discharge cycles that the battery can withstand without significant loss of performance.

In the process of operation, the batteries wear out, which causes their performance to suffer (in the first place, the capacity decreases). Battery life is usually measured in charge-discharge cycles. However, models with the same declared resource are not always equally durable in practice. Different manufacturers may interpret “significant loss of performance” in different ways: for example, one brand indicates the resource up to a 20% decrease in capacity (DOD > 80%), another - up to a 60% decrease (DOD > 40%) Behind the abbreviation DOD worth decoding Depth of Discharge, i.e. discharge depth. Therefore, when choosing, it makes sense to focus not only on pure numbers, but also on other sources - test results, reviews, etc. Also note that battery life can be noticeably reduced if the operating conditions are violated (for example, in case of overheating or hypothermia).
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