How to Measure Power Needed for Astronomy Equipment

[@insightvideo6136]

Very informative. Thank you!

[@michaeledmonds3027]

Thanks....very good information. I have 15Ahr LIFE battery in a Powerwerx powerbox using Anderson Power poles. I plan using it to power my Evolution mount, ZWO EAF, ZWO 283CM camera and dew heater. Not sure of my run time.

[@TheGoKidd]

Excellent! Many thanks.

[@gewglesux]

Thanks for this! very informative!!

[@Salazaris]

nice Info, thanks

[@w3tua]

Doesn't the Jackery have a wattage output display?

[@astronomytipsreviewswithcu740]

Indeed it does as do most of the portable power stations. You certainly can use it to estimate your power draw same as one of the in-line meters I showed. The only difference is I know the meter is accurate and I have found that the meters on some power stations are not as accurate. Also, not everyone is using a power station to power their equipment. For those using a battery an in-line meter is necessary.