Fortress DCH Solar Generator: DC Hobbyist and similar items

Fortress DCH stands for the DC Hobbyist Edition of our popular waterproof Fortress II Solar Generator. It includes 30A 50A Anderson connectors for input/output, extra USB and USB-C receptacles, as well as an oversized terminal block inside, to connect additional 12V devices or batteries. Monitor your battery state of charge with the detailed shunt-type battery monitor to view battery capacity, capacity percentage, voltage, current, power, time remaining all from the color screen or bluetooth app. Fortress DCH is perfect for charging up hobby electronics like drones, Ham radio enthusiasts, outdoor photographers who require portable power for their equipment, camping enthusiasts looking for a reliable energy source in the wilderness, off-grid living advocates who appreciate sustainable energy solutions, and remote field researchers who need dependable power for their scientific instruments in various environmental conditions. The Fortress DCH is designed for wet environments and harsh conditions and is right at home outside in the back yard 24/7, on your boat, boat dock, in your truck bed or any environment where most solar generators would die. The Gridless Revolution Fortress product line is ready for rain, sleet, snow, mud, washdown, and anything else you throw at them! What makes them so special? All Fortress models include: Solar charge controller with protective potting: The solar charge controllers used in Fortress models are encapsulated in a special flexible material. This material blocks out all water and allows the internal components to expand/contract with weather. In addition, it offers shock protection and distributes heat better to keep the electronics cool. Special covers for air flow vents: Solar generators need to breathe. This means they need an air inlet and outlet. Fortress models have special covers that block rain or splashing water from entering. Weep holes: If water enters the housing at any point, or if condensation occurs, weep holes allow water to escape. All electronics are mounted inside which means there?s no exposed wiring and the sensitive components are protected from the elements. Exterior connections are waterproof and designed for outdoor use. Arrives fully assembled and only needs the battery connectors to be plugged in when it arrives (If batteries were ordered). Being able to supply your own battery, or use our batteries makes this solar generator one of the best and least expensive options on the market. Featuring our new high performance MPPT solar charge controller, these solar generators can be used with virtually any 12V battery on earth. Installing your own batteries is super easy: Just connect the supplied 5/16? ring terminal wires to your battery?s posts. Features Modern and Efficient MPPT charging. Waterproof 3-prong 120V receptacles accessible from the outside of the solar generator. Temperature controlled fans to cool the inverter and temperature compensation for better battery charging in cold or hot ambient temperatures. All of the industry standard protections like reverse solar polarity protection, reverse battery polarity protection, battery over-discharge, battery over-voltage, and a 30A circuit breaker on the 12V socket. Assembled in USA Specifications Inverter type: 2000W Pure sine (4000W Surge) Solar charge controller technology: MPPT 600W (40A @ 12V) Maximum solar panel input open circuit voltage (VOC rating on your solar panel label): 100V DC Input/output Ports: 1 x Pair input/output heavy duty and universal M8 post terminals for connecting wall charger (optional), external batteries or devices 2 x 12V 30A Anderson (Red/black), each protected by a separate 30A circuit breaker 2 x 12V 50A Anderson (Gray), for external batteries or high power 12V devices Input ports: 2 x Solar panel connector pair (30A Anderson), (Green positive / blue negative to indicate solar input) (1 pair connected to charge controller, second pair ready for future expansion) Output ports: 2 x 3-prong outlets, 15A max, Waterproof household 110/120VAC/1PH/60HZ wired with heavy duty 12AWG wire 1 x 12V socket, 30A (360W max output), protected by circuit breaker (2) USB-C PD (2) USB-A QC 3.0, specs below Output technology: (2) USB-C PD (2) USB-A QC 3.0: 18W Max. Output Power ([email protected], 9V@2A, [email protected]) Supports DCP Supports Qualcomm Quick Charge Protocol QC2.0 and QC3.0 Supports Samsung Fast Charge Protocol AFC Operating temperature range (Not including batteries): -4F~131F (-20C~55C) Outside dimensions: 34"L x 22-1/2"W x 13-1/2"H Weight: (Without batteries) 46 lbs Battery chemistry compatibility: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Lithium 3S (12V) or 7S (24V) Deep Cycle Lead Acid Flooded Lead Acid Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) / Gel Battery type (if ordered with batteries) Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4), 500Ah, 6,000Wh Warranty: 5 years Comparison