The Celestron PowerTank Lithium drastically exceeds the parameters of both standard Lithium-Ion batteries that predate it and Sealed Lead-Acid Batteries. And it's not just more effective - though it certainly is that. It's also safer, lighter, and more convenient!
Celestron PowerTank Lithium Features
It's more compact, lightweight design makes it perfect for the astronomer on the go who needs to power their computerized scope and mount far away from home, and it's dependable output and incredible lifespan make it ideal for anyone.
The Lithium PowerTank has an un-recharged shelf life of 10 years, which is almost three times the 3 years boasted by a standard Lithium-Ion battery and is a full ten times as long as a Sealed Lead-Acid battery. And it'll last almost as long even if you are recharging frequently; it's able to be fully charged and discharged two thousand times before issues occur, compared to the Lithium Ion's five hundred, and Sealed Lead-Acid's mere 300. You won't find a longer-lasting, more dependable battery for your USB powered devices to run on!
This battery is safe to use! It can handle higher temperatures than a comparable Lithium-Ion design, and unlike its competitors is not a fire hazard if pierced! This makes it safer to take this battery with you out into the world, like on a hike.
For related reasons, it's also a more environmentally friendly option than most other batteries. It uses phosphates instead of environmentally hazardous elements, like cobalt or lead, commonly found in other rechargeable batteries.
Full Specifications List
- Battery Capacity: 84.4 Watt hours.
- Charging Input: 16V DC at 2000 mA.
- Charge Time (from flat): 3 hours.
- Telescope Outpout: 12V DC at 3000 mA, Tip positive.
- USB Charging Port 1 Output: 5V DC at 1000 mA.
- USB Charging Port 2 Output: 5V DC at 2100 mA.
- Light Panel: Red or White with two brightness settings for each color.
- Weatherproof/Dustproof: IP-65 rating.
- Telescope Power Cord: 6.5 feet (2 meters) with connector for Celestron telescopes.
- Product Dimensions: 7.5 inches tall x 3 inches in diameter.
- Product Weight: 2.25-pounds.
The PowerTank Lithium will power any computerized mount
Compatible with these Celestron Series:
- Advanced VX
- Astro Fi
- NexStar Evoution
- NexStar GT
- NexStar SLT
- NexStar SE Series
- LCM series
- SkyProdigy
Celestron Product Number: 18771
- Battery Capacity: 84.4 Wh.
- Product Dimensions: 7.5-inches tall x 3-inches in diameter.
- Product Weight: 2.25-pounds.
- Charging Input: 16V DC at 2000 mA.
- Charge Time (from flat): 3 hours.
- Telescope Output: 12V DC at 3000 mA, Tip positive.
- USB Charging Port 1 Output: 5V DC at 1000 mA.
- USB Charging Port 2 Output: 5V DC at 2100 mA.
