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Jackery Explorer 500 v2 Portable Power Station

Jackery Explorer 500 v2 512Wh 500W Power Station | 6,000 Cycles
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Option: Explorer 500 v2 Only
512Wh · 500W (1000W Surge) · 1.3-Hour Charge · 6,000 Cycles · UPS

Jackery Explorer 500 v2 Portable Power Station (512Wh, 500W)

512Wh and 500W in 12.5 pounds, and a battery rated for 6,000 cycles — which is the number worth pausing on. Most power stations in this class are built for two or three thousand cycles. At 6,000 to 70% capacity, this one is designed to still be working long after the devices you bought it for have been replaced.

Two AC outlets, a 100W USB-C, a 30W USB-C, a USB-A and a car socket. It fills from a wall outlet in 1.3 hours, or in about an hour if you add a SolarSaga 100 alongside. It runs under 28dB at a 200W load, switches to backup in under 10 milliseconds, and works from −4°F to 113°F. Renewable Outdoors is an authorized Jackery dealer — call us at (303) 876-7654 with your load list and we'll check it fits.

Jackery Explorer 500 v2 Portable Power Station
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Why the Explorer 500 v2

6,000 Cycles to 70%

Roughly double the cycle rating of most power stations this size — the single biggest reason to choose it.

1.3 Hours to Full

From a wall outlet. Add a SolarSaga 100 alongside and it drops to about an hour.

500W and 1000W Surge

Two AC outlets that handle a fridge, a TV, a laptop, or a CPAP with room to spare on startup.

UPS Under 10ms

Fast enough that a desktop, a modem or a sump-pump controller rides through a blackout without noticing.

Under 28dB at 200W

Quiet enough to sit in a bedroom or an office without becoming the thing you're aware of.

Works from −4°F to 113°F

A genuinely wide operating window — a cold garage in January or a hot car in August.

What's Included

Jackery Explorer 500 v2 with solar panel

In the Box

  • 1 × Jackery Explorer 500 v2 power station
  • 1 × AC charging cable
  • 1 × Car charging cable
  • User manual and warranty card
  • Plus a 100W solar panel if you choose that option

The unit accepts up to 200W of solar, so the 100W bundle leaves room to add a second panel later for a faster recharge. Call us at (303) 876-7654 if you'd like us to price that.

With or Without Solar?

Same power station either way. The panel is what makes it independent of a wall outlet.

Option What You Get Best For
Explorer 500 v2 Only 512Wh power station with AC and car charging cables Home backup, desk UPS duty, and trips where you can plug in every day or two
Explorer 500 v2 + 100W Solar Panel The same unit plus a 100W foldable solar panel Camping, van life and outages that last longer than the battery does

Pairing the 100W panel with wall power at the same time is the fastest way to fill this unit — about an hour from empty. On solar alone, a 200W array does it in roughly 2.8 hours of good sun. Call us at (303) 876-7654 if you'd like help picking panels.

Jackery Explorer 500 v2 Specifications

Rated Capacity 512Wh (20Ah / 25.6V DC)
Cell Chemistry LiFePO4 (LFP)
Cycle Life 6,000 cycles to 70%+ capacity
AC Output 500W rated, 1000W surge
AC Outlets 2 × 120V household outlets
USB-C Ports 1 × 100W and 1 × 30W
USB-A Port 18W max
Car Outlet 12V 10A max
AC Charge Time Approx. 1.3 hours
AC + Solar Charge Time Approx. 1 hour (wall plus a 100W panel)
Solar Input 200W max — approx. 2.8 hours to full
Car Charge Time Approx. 6 hours
UPS Switchover Under 10ms
Noise Under 28dB at a 200W load
Surge Protection 3000V
Operating Temperature −4°F to 113°F (−20°C to 45°C)
Lighting Built-in LED light with SOS mode
Dimensions 12.24" × 8.07" × 6.18" (31.1 × 20.5 × 15.7cm)
Weight 12.57 lbs (5.7 kg)
SKU 21-0001-000274
Warranty 3-year manufacturer warranty

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Jackery Explorer 500 v2 Portable Power Station (512Wh, 500W): Frequently Asked Questions

What can 500W actually run?
A full-size refrigerator in most cases, a TV and streaming box, a laptop and monitor, a CPAP with humidifier, a box fan, LED lighting, power tool chargers, a router and modem. Heating appliances — kettles, microwaves, hair dryers, space heaters — are generally beyond it, because those pull 1000W and up.
How long will it run a fridge?
A modern full-size fridge averages 100 to 150W once it's cold, cycling on and off. Against 512Wh that's roughly four to five hours of continuous compressor time, which in practice is often eight to twelve hours of fridge life because it isn't running constantly. Call us at (303) 876-7654 with your fridge's label figures and we'll be more precise.
Why does the 6,000-cycle rating matter?
It's the difference between a power station that lasts a few years and one that lasts decades. At 6,000 cycles to 70% of original capacity, cycling it every single day gets you past sixteen years. Most units in this price range are rated for 2,000 to 3,000. If you plan to use it heavily, this is where the value is.
Can I use it as a UPS for my computer?
Yes. It passes wall power through and switches to battery in under 10 milliseconds, which is quicker than a desktop, a router or a NAS will notice. For medical equipment, confirm the switchover tolerance with the device's manufacturer before relying on it.
How fast does it charge?
1.3 hours from a wall outlet on its own. Combine wall power with a 100W solar panel and it's about an hour. On solar alone with a 200W array, roughly 2.8 hours in good sun. From a car socket, about six hours.
How much solar can I connect?
Up to 200W. The bundle option here includes a 100W panel, which leaves headroom to add a second later. Connecting more than 200W of panel won't damage anything but won't charge faster either.
Will it work in cold weather?
Its rated operating range is −4°F to 113°F, which is wide for this class and covers an unheated garage through most winters. As with all lithium batteries, performance drops somewhat at the cold end of that range.
Is it quiet?
Under 28dB at a 200W load, which is around the level of a quiet library. You'll hear it if you listen for it and forget about it otherwise.
Is there a light on it?
Yes — a built-in LED with an SOS mode, which is a small thing until the power goes out and you're looking for a torch.
Do you offer financing or price matching?
Yes. We offer 0% APR financing options through Affirm at checkout, and our Lowest Price Guarantee applies — if you find this model cheaper at another authorized dealer, call us at (303) 876-7654 before you order and we'll take care of it.
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