Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station (E500)

Enjoy Easy Off-Grid Power For Your Camping Trips With The Jackery Explorer 500

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station is a versatile, mid-sized power solution ideally designed for weekend camping, road trippers, and emergency preparedness at home. With a 518Wh lithium-ion battery capacity and a pure sine wave inverter, it provides reliable power for charging and running small appliances, electronics like laptps, and personal devices like smarthphones.

The Explorer 500 features multiple output ports - including an AC outlet (110V, 500W), three USB-A ports, two DC ports, and a 12V carport—making it easy to power a variety of devices simultaneously. This includes laptops, phones, drones, CPAP machines, mini-fridges, and even TVs, all without the noise or fumes of a gas generator.

Weighing just over 13 pounds, the Explorer 500 is designed with portability in mind, featuring a sturdy handle and compact form factor that makes it easy to carry during camping trips, tailgates, or outdoor work sessions. It’s also highly compatible with solar panels, especially when paired with the Jackery SolarSaga 100W panel, enabling clean and renewable energy charging in remote areas.

Power Your Essentials with Ease Using the Jackery 500

• Lights: Illuminate your home or campsite with LED lights powered by the Explorer 500.
• Small Appliances: Keep your mini-fridge running to preserve your food.
• Electronics: Charge your laptops, smartphones, tablets, and other essential electronics.
• Medical Devices: Ensure the continued operation of critical medical equipment, like a CPAP machine.
• Home Security Systems: Maintain your home security even during a power outage.

Jackery Explorer 500 Uses

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station is a versatile device that can be used for various applications, such as:

RV and Van Life

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station can power your RV or van appliances, including lights, TV, fridge, and even a small air conditioner.

Camping and Outdoor Activities

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station can power your camping gear, including portable lights, fans, and small appliances, making your outdoor adventure more comfortable and convenient.

Emergency Power Outages

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station can provide backup power during power outages, keeping your essential devices, such as phones, tablets, and laptops, charged and connected.

Remote Work

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station can power your laptop, monitor, and other office equipment, enabling you to work remotely from anywhere.

Jackery Explorer 500 Benefits

Portability

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry and transport. Weighing only 13.32 lbs (6.03 kg), and measuring 11.84 x 7.59 x 9.20 inches (30.07 x 19.28 x 23.37 cm). It features a durable and rugged design, with a sturdy handle for easy carrying.

Clean Energy

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station uses a lithium-ion battery, which is a clean and renewable energy source, without emissions or noise.

Convenience

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station is easy to use and can power multiple devices at once, making it a convenient and reliable power source.

Durable & Rugged Design

The Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station has a durable and rugged design, making it suitable for outdoor use and harsh conditions.

What's In The Box

• 1 x Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station
• 1 x Car Charger Cable
• 1 x AC & AC Cable
• 1 x User Manual

*To connect a solar panel from another brand to this Jackery power station, you'll need to purchase an additional cable with a DC8MM/DC8020 connector on one end.

Frequently-Asked Questions

What devices can the Jackery Explorer 500 power?

Please note that the AC output port can only charge/power devices that operate at less than 500-Watt. Once exceeding, the Explorer 500 will shut off automatically. Please refer to your device specification before purchase.

How do I know the working time for the Jackery 500?

Working time = 500Wh* 0.85 / operating power of your device.

For reference, assuming power consumption of your device is 60W (might be a box fan), working time will be 500Wh*0.85/60w=7hrs (rough calculated) .

Please note: actual power consumption varies from different usages, please consult Jackery for better purchase decision.

How long does it take to fully charge the Jackery Explorer 500?

Within 7.5 hours from an AC wall outlet; Also another two recharge backup choices for your convenience, recharge from car port around 7.5 hours, and around within 9.5 hours from Jackery Saga 100W solar panel (Sold Separately).

How do I know if my Explorer 500 is charged?

To check the charge level of the Explorer 500, refer to the LCD Battery Display.

What type of battery is in the Jackery Explorer 500?

Explorer 500 contains a battery pack which consists of an array of cylindrical 18650 lithium-ion battery cells with high energy density.

Can the Explorer 500 be charged while using?

Yes, you can use the Explorer 500 to charge devices, while it's being re-charged at the same time.

Jackery Explorer 500 Specifications

BATTERY INFORMATION

• Capacity: 518Wh (21.6V, 24Ah)
• Cell Chemistry: Li-ion NMC
• Lifecycle: 500 cycles to 80%+ capacity
• Management System: BMS, Over Voltage Protection, Short Circuit Protection

PORTS

• AC Output: 110VAC, 60Hz, 500W (1000W Surge)
• USB-A Output: 5V, 2.4A
• Car Output: 12V, 10A
• DC Output: 12V, 7A (6.5mm*1.4mm)
• DC Input: 12V-30V (100W Max)

RECHARGE TIMES

• AC Adapter: 7.5 Hours
• 12V Car Adaptor: 7.5 Hours
• Electric Generator: 7.5 Hours
• SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel: 9.5 Hours

GENERAL

• Weight: 13.32 lbs (6.04 kg)
• Dimensions (LxWxD): 11.8 x 7.6 x 9.2 in (30.1 x 19.3 x 24.2 cm)
• Operating Usage Temperature: 14-104F (-10-40℃)
• Certification: CEC, DOE, FCC, UL, ROHS, CA Prop 65
• Warranty: 24 Months
• Optional Accessory: Jackery SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel