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Explore Scientific USB Power Bank with Red LED Flashlight - ES-PBFL-01

Explore Scientific USB Power Bank with Red LED Flashlight

by Explore Scientific
$99.99

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Description

Description

With the new Explore Scientific USB Power Bank with Red LED Flashlight, you will have power to spare for your telescope mount, smart devices, cameras or other equipment in the field. This reliable rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery has a capacity of 8300 mAh with an output of 12v that connects to a supplied power cord with spring-loaded power plugs with 5.5mm x 2.5mm to 5.5mm x 2.1mm connectors. The 5v output from the USB port can power your devices with a standard user-supplied USB cable. The Explore Scientific USB Power Bank with Red LED Flashlight has an operating range of a teeth chattering -4 degrees to a blazing 140 degrees Fahrenheit!

The soft deep red glow from the LEDs lets you see under dark starlit skies without ruining your night vision as you make adjustments to your equipment, read star charts, locate that small telescope part you dropped in the grass, or find that steamy hot cup of coffee before you knock it over and spill it in your lap.

Slightly smaller than a building brick and weighing only 1.4 pounds, the rugged rubber covering protects the battery from minor impacts and seals the red LED flashlight on/off switch from dirt and moisture. The five level indicator shows power availability. The unit is turned on or off with a toggle switch. A convenient 2-point attachment point allows you to hang the battery near your equipment.

Aside from use on the star party field, the Explore Scientific USB Power Bank with Red LED Flashlight could be the best portable Lithium-Ion battery pack for off-grid camping. And in the case of power outages, natural disasters, or invasions from extraterrestrials— is perhaps the best portable emergency power to keep in your car, home, or office.

How long can it power the Explore Scientific PMC-Eight GOTO system? Our field tests with the iEXOS 100 and EXOS 2, with a draw of 0.5 amps (0.6 amps when slewing) is about 8 hours of running time. For the Explore Scientific/ Losmandy G11 which draws about 50 percent more, we expect that it will have a running time of about  5 hours. Your time would be reduced if you are using the USB port to charge a phone or other device, or if you are using the flashlight.

Typical full charge time is 5 to 6 hours from a full discharge. Comes complete with 110v - 220v AC to DC wall plug charger and power cord with spring-loaded power plugs.

Specs

Battery Capacity 8300 mAh / 99.6 Wh Input 12.6v 6A max. Output 12v 6A max.; 5v 2A Battery Charger 12.6v 1.5A Size 1.9 x 3.6 x 6.2 inches; 48.5 x 91 x 158 mm Weight 1.4 lbs; 635 grams Operating Temperature -4 - 140 F; -20 - 60 C Battery Type Lithium-Ion

Manual

Download the Instruction Manual.

CA Residents: Prop 65 WARNING(S)

Free Shipping

Shipping is FREE on all orders to customers within the United States. We don't want to mess around with fine print and extra charges, we like things to be simple and easy. 

Want to know about our Returns Policy? Read more here.

Order Confirmation:
As soon as you place your order you will receive an order confirmation
e-mail.  This means that we have received your order in our system and
pre-authorized your credit card for the purchase.  

As soon as we receive your order we automatically check to confirm that
your order is in stock and available for immediate shipment.  If your item
is on back-order or unavailable we will void the pre-authorization and
reach out to you via e-mail to see if alternate arrangements can be
made.  

If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment (within 5 business
days) we will process the charges and get to work preparing your
order for shipment.

Order Shipment:
If your order is in stock and we process the charges to your credit card it
will ship within three business days from the date of your order.  
We will send you shipping confirmation within 24 hours of your order
leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when
checking out.  

If you do not receive shipping confirmation from us within four business
days of your order feel free to follow up with us at info@stargazeroptics.com.

International Orders:
Please be aware that our products are made specifically for the United States market. This means that they require a 110V
electrical system to function correctly. 

Our products have generally not been certified for use with other
countries electrical safety standards but all of our products are certified
to United States standards.

We will happily ship our fantastic products to international customers.
Due to the extremely wide variety of product dimensions we will provide
an up to date shipping price quote for you on request.

If you are happy with our shipping quote we will prepare an order and
payment though our ultra secure online payment gateway.

Damages:
Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you
notice any damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery
or do not agree to accept the delivery.

If you do accept delivery you are required to immediately take photos
using your smart phone or camera of the damaged packaging or
products inside the packaging. 

If your item(s) do arrived damaged please send photos to info@stargazeroptics.com, then visit our Returns page and lodge your return claim online.

Free Returns

While we fully stand by every product that we sell, we understand that
sometimes you might change your mind or realize the product you
ordered wasn't exactly what you were hoping for.

That's why we offer a 30 Day Return Policy.

If you decide you want to return an item for any reason within 30 days
after receipt of your order, please email us at info@stargazeroptics.com with your order number and we will provide detailed instructions on how to
process the return.

Return shipping costs will be covered by Stargazer Optics.

Once your return item(s) have been received and inspected at our
warehouse(s), we will send you an email notification that we have
processed your return payment.

*Please note: In order to receive a refund for the item(s) ordered, the
item(s) must arrive back to our distribution center in "Like New" condition
and must contain all original packaging and accessories.

"Like New" means that the items you ordered must not show any visual
signs of wear.  Opened products will be accepted, as long as the above criteria are met.

If items are returned with visual signs of wear, or have any issues due to
use will not be accepted and no refund will be given.

If you decide you want to return your order, please email us at info@stargazeroptics.com with your order number and we will assist you. We want to make this as simple of a process as possible for you.

Damages
If the product is damaged, you must make note of it immediately when
signing for delivery and send photos to info@stargazeroptics.com the day of delivery.

Stargazer Optics will pay for shipping defective, damaged, or
incorrect merchandise at our cost.

Remember to keep all the original packaging for any items that need to
be returned. All returns need to be authorized by our customer service
department prior to being processed. 

We will ensure you get the product you ordered, undamaged, as soon
as possible. Items that become damaged after use are non-refundable
unless specified under warranty.

Cancellations
If you would like to cancel an order, please email or call our customer
service team immediately.

Cancellations received before shipment will receive a full refund.

Orders canceled after items have shipped will follow our 30 Day Return
policy.

Other Return Policy Notes:
If a certain vendor or product does not support the return policy stated
above, this will be noted in the product descriptions or in the product-
specific return information.

Products that are specified as certified pre-owned or used are ineligible
for a return

Stargazer Optics only sells to purchasers who intend to use the
item(s) for the duration of its economic life. Orders purchased for the
specific purpose of a "one time use or temporary use" are not eligible for
return under any circumstances. This includes but is not limited to;
orders intended for use in a trade show or a conference venue, orders
that are purchased by promotional companies, and orders that are
purchased by trade show facilitators.

For more information on Shipping & Returns see our FAQ page.

Description

Description

With the new Explore Scientific USB Power Bank with Red LED Flashlight, you will have power to spare for your telescope mount, smart devices, cameras or other equipment in the field. This reliable rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery has a capacity of 8300 mAh with an output of 12v that connects to a supplied power cord with spring-loaded power plugs with 5.5mm x 2.5mm to 5.5mm x 2.1mm connectors. The 5v output from the USB port can power your devices with a standard user-supplied USB cable. The Explore Scientific USB Power Bank with Red LED Flashlight has an operating range of a teeth chattering -4 degrees to a blazing 140 degrees Fahrenheit!

The soft deep red glow from the LEDs lets you see under dark starlit skies without ruining your night vision as you make adjustments to your equipment, read star charts, locate that small telescope part you dropped in the grass, or find that steamy hot cup of coffee before you knock it over and spill it in your lap.

Slightly smaller than a building brick and weighing only 1.4 pounds, the rugged rubber covering protects the battery from minor impacts and seals the red LED flashlight on/off switch from dirt and moisture. The five level indicator shows power availability. The unit is turned on or off with a toggle switch. A convenient 2-point attachment point allows you to hang the battery near your equipment.

Aside from use on the star party field, the Explore Scientific USB Power Bank with Red LED Flashlight could be the best portable Lithium-Ion battery pack for off-grid camping. And in the case of power outages, natural disasters, or invasions from extraterrestrials— is perhaps the best portable emergency power to keep in your car, home, or office.

How long can it power the Explore Scientific PMC-Eight GOTO system? Our field tests with the iEXOS 100 and EXOS 2, with a draw of 0.5 amps (0.6 amps when slewing) is about 8 hours of running time. For the Explore Scientific/ Losmandy G11 which draws about 50 percent more, we expect that it will have a running time of about  5 hours. Your time would be reduced if you are using the USB port to charge a phone or other device, or if you are using the flashlight.

Typical full charge time is 5 to 6 hours from a full discharge. Comes complete with 110v - 220v AC to DC wall plug charger and power cord with spring-loaded power plugs.

Specs

Battery Capacity 8300 mAh / 99.6 Wh Input 12.6v 6A max. Output 12v 6A max.; 5v 2A Battery Charger 12.6v 1.5A Size 1.9 x 3.6 x 6.2 inches; 48.5 x 91 x 158 mm Weight 1.4 lbs; 635 grams Operating Temperature -4 - 140 F; -20 - 60 C Battery Type Lithium-Ion

Manual

Download the Instruction Manual.

CA Residents: Prop 65 WARNING(S)

Free Shipping

Shipping is FREE on all orders to customers within the United States. We don't want to mess around with fine print and extra charges, we like things to be simple and easy. 

Want to know about our Returns Policy? Read more here.

Order Confirmation:
As soon as you place your order you will receive an order confirmation
e-mail.  This means that we have received your order in our system and
pre-authorized your credit card for the purchase.  

As soon as we receive your order we automatically check to confirm that
your order is in stock and available for immediate shipment.  If your item
is on back-order or unavailable we will void the pre-authorization and
reach out to you via e-mail to see if alternate arrangements can be
made.  

If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment (within 5 business
days) we will process the charges and get to work preparing your
order for shipment.

Order Shipment:
If your order is in stock and we process the charges to your credit card it
will ship within three business days from the date of your order.  
We will send you shipping confirmation within 24 hours of your order
leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when
checking out.  

If you do not receive shipping confirmation from us within four business
days of your order feel free to follow up with us at info@stargazeroptics.com.

International Orders:
Please be aware that our products are made specifically for the United States market. This means that they require a 110V
electrical system to function correctly. 

Our products have generally not been certified for use with other
countries electrical safety standards but all of our products are certified
to United States standards.

We will happily ship our fantastic products to international customers.
Due to the extremely wide variety of product dimensions we will provide
an up to date shipping price quote for you on request.

If you are happy with our shipping quote we will prepare an order and
payment though our ultra secure online payment gateway.

Damages:
Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you
notice any damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery
or do not agree to accept the delivery.

If you do accept delivery you are required to immediately take photos
using your smart phone or camera of the damaged packaging or
products inside the packaging. 

If your item(s) do arrived damaged please send photos to info@stargazeroptics.com, then visit our Returns page and lodge your return claim online.

Free Returns

While we fully stand by every product that we sell, we understand that
sometimes you might change your mind or realize the product you
ordered wasn't exactly what you were hoping for.

That's why we offer a 30 Day Return Policy.

If you decide you want to return an item for any reason within 30 days
after receipt of your order, please email us at info@stargazeroptics.com with your order number and we will provide detailed instructions on how to
process the return.

Return shipping costs will be covered by Stargazer Optics.

Once your return item(s) have been received and inspected at our
warehouse(s), we will send you an email notification that we have
processed your return payment.

*Please note: In order to receive a refund for the item(s) ordered, the
item(s) must arrive back to our distribution center in "Like New" condition
and must contain all original packaging and accessories.

"Like New" means that the items you ordered must not show any visual
signs of wear.  Opened products will be accepted, as long as the above criteria are met.

If items are returned with visual signs of wear, or have any issues due to
use will not be accepted and no refund will be given.

If you decide you want to return your order, please email us at info@stargazeroptics.com with your order number and we will assist you. We want to make this as simple of a process as possible for you.

Damages
If the product is damaged, you must make note of it immediately when
signing for delivery and send photos to info@stargazeroptics.com the day of delivery.

Stargazer Optics will pay for shipping defective, damaged, or
incorrect merchandise at our cost.

Remember to keep all the original packaging for any items that need to
be returned. All returns need to be authorized by our customer service
department prior to being processed. 

We will ensure you get the product you ordered, undamaged, as soon
as possible. Items that become damaged after use are non-refundable
unless specified under warranty.

Cancellations
If you would like to cancel an order, please email or call our customer
service team immediately.

Cancellations received before shipment will receive a full refund.

Orders canceled after items have shipped will follow our 30 Day Return
policy.

Other Return Policy Notes:
If a certain vendor or product does not support the return policy stated
above, this will be noted in the product descriptions or in the product-
specific return information.

Products that are specified as certified pre-owned or used are ineligible
for a return

Stargazer Optics only sells to purchasers who intend to use the
item(s) for the duration of its economic life. Orders purchased for the
specific purpose of a "one time use or temporary use" are not eligible for
return under any circumstances. This includes but is not limited to;
orders intended for use in a trade show or a conference venue, orders
that are purchased by promotional companies, and orders that are
purchased by trade show facilitators.

For more information on Shipping & Returns see our FAQ page.