Pecron E2000LFP Solar Generator Review

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The Pecron E2000LFP is a very adequate solar generator that will be able to power things like fridges, freezers, lights, fans, medical equipment, toasters, microwaves, and much more quite easily. It is expandable with other LiFePo4 batteries and will charge with solar panels quite well.

[@jeanettesjourney9147]

Great review. We chose the Pecron over the Bluetti and have been thrilled with the way it works. Customer service was also amazing even though it was obvious they were in China. They had the unit to us in just a couple of days because their USA warehouse was near us and we ended up adding the trolly (which is great quality except for the handle) and two 200 watt suitcase solar panels and two extension cords. They gave us a discount on each item and responded very quickly to all of our questions. Oh and BTW you said it was heavy, well it is about 48 pounds and the Bluetti is 62 pounds so we feel it is pretty manageable especially with the trolly made to fit it perfectly. We love it.

[@DoritosResidue]

I am looking into the pecron e2000 lfp. But I don't really trust the company. They need American support based here in the U.S. I worked for a Chinese tech manufacturer company and if they have to use Google translate to communicate its a no for me. Let's just say I was part of many email convos between Chinese support and American customers. It was a shit show 😆

[@jeanettesjourney9147]

@@DoritosResidue I cannot tell you how many times I emailed them with questions and they were so polite and quick to respond every time. And when I added more items to my order they gave me the original discount on those items too and free shipping twice. I was impressed with them and we love the generator. The only thing I would change is the handle on the trolly. I'm going to ask them if they might come up with a metal upgrade and I'll order it as well. Best of luck to you.

[@geod3589]

I'm curious as to how loud the fans are? I've seen reviews of the Ecoflo's and the fans were very loud.

[@donaldricher8815]

@@DoritosResidue did you purchase the 2000LFP. If so, how do you like it.

[@DoritosResidue]

@Donald Richer no but as of right now it's on the top of my list. I have a few ecoflows and the bluetti eb3a. The ecoflows delta max new version should be out soon so I might wait to see which one is a better option. But so many videos are saying what a great company and great products pecron has. And these are small time youtubers who don't need views and popularity

[@shelley131]

The PF value is the power factor in Watts equaled to the apparent power in volts and amperage VA time the PF equals watts. As always great video.

[@winmancaboose]

To clarify for other people reading this, PF is greatly affected by inductive loads such as AC motors. It can also be effected by capacitive loads like in computer power supplies. For the intended application PF will only be effected my power tools and refrigeration units including air conditioners but is too small scale to greatly effect PF.

[@eddietee6305]

The PF or pf is not expressed in Watts but is expressed as a fraction or ratio - usually from 0.95 to about 0.80. Normally. It has no units. In layman's term it's the ratio of the apparent watts/useful watts. Or apparent power/useful power.

[@eddietee6305]

@@winmancaboose great point. The pf is always less than 1.

[@smiledrs]

Basically if you buy 400W panels x3 for $140 locally, hook it up to the battery during the daytime and get 1000W in and use a window AC, you can have free AC for about 6-8 hours a day. That is awesome if you are taking in more solar to charge the battery, run the AC for free, and then have some battery leftover to run it a few more hours after. Great for a window unit to say a home office and it allows you to turn of the central AC to higher temp to conserve electricity.

[@ashamanprotect3026]

I bought the E1000pro because I was initially impressed with the 2000. It STOPPED TAKING A CHARGE in 1 day. Going on 4 days with multiple emails and only 1 response with them asking for a video I HAD ALREADY SENT. Update! They responded and sent me out a new unit. The system broke because the solar panels cannot be series connected only parallel even though the manual says it can be. The new one is working perfectly and is fulfilling its purpose great.

[@jenna6256]

I am waiting for Prime Day to buy a unit. Can I use another brand solar panel with this unit ?

[@beeski]

Great video, thank you. Sorry about the dumb question, but I'm somewhat new to this. If I have a Bluetti PV200 solar panel. Will it be able to charge this unit? If I heard you correctly, I believe my solar panel falls short (20.5v) of the required voltage (32v min) to charge it. Thanks!

[@minutemanprep]

correct you have to be putting in at least 32v for it to begin charging the unit.

[@eddietee6305]

Yes it would fall short by the voltage input requirement.

[@albertaviles9386]

32 voltios o más ??

[@stacyhazelwood4033]

Do you think that Point Zero is ever going to update the Titan? I love mine, but they could use an update. i.e. phone app, UPS, etc.

[@minutemanprep]

Yes they will, we just don't know when.

[@brucecggallagher1949]

Have you tested the output ports...ie. the stated 100w type c (specially for MacBook Pro users)?

[@larrygrenevitch2299]

You might try 60volts on the input, since it probably has a 50 volt battery and you get higher input at lower voltage

[@NavySWO]

Hello, does it come with solar input cables with MC4 connectors so I can use my own solar panels?

[@minutemanprep]

Yes

[@graciemarines8888]

Hi. Thanks for your channel ❤ can you tell me what I need to charge my pecron E2000LFP from my van alternator? Thank you in advance this 56yr old female don't know??

[@minutemanprep]

You can use the cigarette lighter 12v DC port that is already in your van for slow charging. But for fast charging directly from the alternator is tough. I generally do not recommend it. You need to upgrade your alternator for that kind of work, then install an inverter that is rated to 50% more than the wall charger wattage, then you can use the wall charger to charge your unit from the alternator using the wall charger.

[@Eric-qs3lr]

Ive jad 84 volts on each line

[@gorillamotors]

What solar panels are you using?

[@minutemanprep]

These: poweredportablesolar.com/product/rigid-200w-solar-panel/

[@ronvosick8253]

Block your vents.

[@geod3589]

No pass-through charging.. I'll pass.

[@Bob_Adkins]

It has pass-through charging. I think all modern "solar chargers" do.

[@ashamanprotect3026]

It has "pass through" charging but NOT UPS because the charging brick is not incorporated.

[@eddietee6305]

It has pass thru charging.

[@JohnSmith-lq8ib]

What I don't like about this kind of reviews is how repetitively the about a gadget that someone else already did. To the average guy who wants to use this when the electricity goes out, the one who never goes camping, don't care how many ports it has, not to familiar with Watts, Volts etc. tell us what can I do with it and for how long. Why don't you plug a regular appliance, coffee pot, blender, microwave, etc. so I can see if I can make me a cup of coffee in the morning, how long until the bacon in my refrigerator is going to last before the refrigerator stop working, with this gadget. Is my router, pc and printer going to work because I need to finish a project and the kids want to do homework. That's what I want to know. Port for this, that and the other, I don't care. I can see all the ports in it and maybe I can figure it out, tell me how long we are going to enjoy this gadget before I sit in the dark with the rest of my neighbors.

[@vicO1323]

I think this is what you're looking for: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32olX6XmpiBg7s

[@805gregg]

No such thing as a solar generator, you have a solar panel and a battery pack, that's it

[@eddietee6305]

It's just a catchy phrase.

[@jackball6480]

I am jone from Fossibot，We want to do business with you, how to contact you

[@minutemanprep]

Send me an email to either [e-mail] (I think you have already) or to [e-mail]

[@scarygary3569]

I haven't watched in full yet but it's a rarity for you to talk so positively about a unit.

[@minutemanprep]

Ineed it is. I usually don't recommend units, but this one I like it.

[@daverichard1909]

I had purchased the Pecron E2000LFP with the 400W solar kit based on other reviews. However the tests that you did in this review were much easier to understand. Thank you for confirming my decision to purchase this unit.

[@tindelldavis5801]

I purchased the e1500 pro and had DC issues with charging my phone this week. I almost don't want to try pecron again but I really wanted to like it. Maybe I need the next model up

[@donaldricher8815]

How has your Pecron been performing. Any issues. How are the panels.

[@donaldricher8815]

Dave Richard. Any issues with your Pecron. I'm thinking about getting the 2000LFP.

[@julierosow5545]

Looks like an interesting unit. Just an FYI since I was looking at your spreadsheet. I own a Zendure Superbase Pro 1500 (LifePo4 version of their SBP2000). Both of their units take 2400W of solar input. Voltage ranging from 12V-60V up to 600W via the XT60 port and 60V-160V up to 1800W via the AC input.

[@minutemanprep]

Yes the SuperBase Pro is the only unit that has more solar input really. I have the SuperBase Pro 2000 here and will be reviewing it soon.

[@GrayManPrepping]

Sounds like Pecron is making good improvements

[@scarygary3569]

Hey Gray...been a couple weeks since uve put out a vid. Figure ur busy w new home but hope all's well✌

[@GrayManPrepping]

@@scarygary3569 Put one out today

[@scarygary3569]

@@GrayManPrepping errr I didnt get the note,cool👍

[@GrayManPrepping]

@@scarygary3569 YT have been hiding my notifications

[@Bob_Adkins]

I've got the e3000, and love it. It doesn't have LiFePO4 cells, but doesn't need them because I'm using it for power outages only. At an 800 cycle rating, the batteries should last me 150 years. :) I like the little 12v 5521 input, I can charge at 100W with any 12v battery and it will run my fridge an extra 2-3 hours in a pinch. My favorite feature is when I wheel in for a power failure, the lights come back on so I don't need it. I guess a lucky generator is the best generator!

[@suklee1400]

Batteries die over time of their own accord, so its usually more cost effective to use them as much as possible. I've read about 10 years for NMC without use.

[@Bob_Adkins]

@@suklee1400 Agree, and that's exactly my point. Batteries will die of old age long before they hit the 5000-7000 cycle rating unless used daily.

[@briank794]

A couple of reviews showed this power station starting at 110volts and then dipping down in voltage at a concerningly lower voltage of around 100 volts while under load. If there are other reviews showing improvements in this area I may be interested, but I wouldn’t recommend using if this truly is the case.

[@greensavant2573]

PF = Power Factor , the ratio of the real power absorbed by the load to the apparent power flowing in the circuit. (This measurement is shown on Kill A Watt meters.)

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks for sharing. That is good to know.

[@Substancejdno]

@@minutemanprep There is also going to be efficiency loss converting the wall AC to DC input on the other end plugged into the Pecron. that is why the watt meter may be showing higher than the input watts on the pecron. Loss of over 120 watts in the brick

[@AdventuresofGraywolf]

PF means power factor. It's essentially how much power is useful power due to the change in phase from inductive influences

[@garytrawinski1843]

You should add an extended battery to the Bluetti AC200P on your list. You can use the B230 and the B300 with it now. Power only goes one way.

[@joshmazzei7317]

Hi. I am thinking of getting to Battery generator as a back if our power goes out. How long could we expect the a full charge battery/generator to last running a standard size refrigerator/freezer? Thanks for the review.

[@minutemanprep]

A standard fridge will use abou 100wh/hr to 125wh/hr. Take the total battery capacity on a system, multiply it by .85, and then divide that by 100. Example, 2,000wh x .85 = 1,700wh usable watt-hours of battery capacity. 1,700wh ÷ 100wh/hr = 17hrs of run time on battery only.

[@joshmazzei7317]

@@minutemanprep thank you for the prompt reply. 👍

[@clarencewiles963]

I’m seeing the more you put out on there system, the better they get. And it takes in way more Solar. Thanks again for your work.

[@KYHill-billy]

I just purchased & received my e2000lfp. I’m trying to run an efficiency test using a watt meter but not sure if I’m doing it correctly. Could you explain to me if I go by watts or kilowatts & then do I decide results by 1920? Please explain if you don’t mind. Thanks in advance.

[@dylanp629]

commenting for algo!

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks!

[@SmoochieMcgoo]

Is this thing actually for sale or is it on a crowdfund list like so many solar generators currently "available"?

[@minutemanprep]

It is currently for sale, just click the first link under the video and it'll take you to the listing. Or if you want a complete kit you'll want to wait a couple of weeks when I update the website and add the complete kits.

[@greavous93]

I seldom hear anyone bring up the subject of running a fridge and include some ideas of how to maximize the run time. From the obvious like dont open the door and stand there wondering whats to eat. Figure that stuff out first. Additionally, a full fridge/freezer is the efficient freezer. Having lots of stuff in there stores the cold in the products. Air is a lousy transmitter of heat so fill it up. With a fully chilled, filled up fridge it will cycle far less often and save you power for later. If you dont have extra stuff to put in the empty space use water jugs. Also, turn the temp up a little. Most items will do just fine in the upper 40s and low 50s. My mustard and relish spend the day on the counter and are fine at room temp. Put the temp fragile items in the back if you are worried. Just some stuff to think about if power consumption is critical.

[@jamesbaird2126]

Hey im a truck driver im in canada so Chinese heater plus engine heater an iceco fridge air fryer microwave at the end of the day im sure this unit will handle that ...air-conditioning in the summer we shut down for 10 hours ...I hate running my truck for anything your input would be greatly appreciated

[@permagenix]

Great video, thank you. I’ve been looking for something along the lines of the Oukitel but with better solar inputs. This looks like it may fit the bill, except I’m guessing it doesn’t do UPS since you didn’t mention it. My goal is to run critical loads through the unit and fail over to ups when needed.

[@minutemanprep]

This is definitely it. The Oukitel is great but the solar input is where it's lacking. This E2000LFP is the way to go. It does do UPS, I forgot to mention it.

[@permagenix]

@@minutemanprep Awaiting confirmation from Pecron, but after additional research, it appears that the 2000LFP has pass-through charging, but NO UPS. Brickless chargers with ups in oukitel and vigorpool are getting more impressive and tempting despite inadequate solar input. Thanks for your videos.

[@shelley131]

@@permagenix I almost bought the Pecron but decided against it for two reasons which were deal breakers for me. First is that it does not have UPS, and second, I did not want to buy their proprietary solar panels. I have solar panels from eco flow, one from jackery and 3 from Inergy and with what I owned I could not meet the requirements that Pecron has on their VOC. The Jackery was to low on voltage, and the eco flow was to high. I could not figure it out, I am kinda new to this but understand enough that series or parallel wiring would not have worked with what I have.

[@permagenix]

@@shelley131 Thanks, Shelley. Yes, I got a reply back from Pecron that they don't support UPS function. Makes sense, as most of the UPS-capable units don't have an external charging brick like the Pecron. Regarding solar- 12V-95V is a pretty decent range. Most of my panels are around 22v, so I could run parallel, series, or a combination.

[@Eric-qs3lr]

Max ive ever got was 1125 , and i have the ability to move my panels to be efficient

[@mike4769]

Just bought mine at dollars 900 bucks

[@phadeon]

Thank you for this review. I've been looking at purchasing this one.

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks for watching. Please consider ordering a kit or the unit from my site to help support the channel :) poweredportablesolar.com/product/pecron-e2000lfp-kits/

[@devil262786]

I love your videos I’ve been learning so much but I have a question when you turn On the inverter I noticed the run time goes from 640 hours to 106 Hours so maybe it is taking account for the inverter being on it’s just not displaying how many outgoing watts because it is an internal part not external

[@markkepley4131]

Thanks for another great review. I'm interested in this unit but want to see how it performs with the EB3000 before I pull the trigger. I intend to use it for emergency home backup power and supplemental power in my travel trailer.

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks for watching. I will be getting an E3000 in a month or two most likely and can compare them.

[@markkepley4131]

@@minutemanprep great, I look forward to your evaluation.

[@johnhelms]

Go below 80 watts and it will go up on watts

[@mikekenney8362]

Outstanding basis for comparison

[@Bare_Essence]

FYI - Currently on sale, 1920WH $1169 USD. 3070WH Battery $1499 USD. Going full tilt, E2000ELP + 2xEB3000 batteries with THEMAC1 coupon code 3958.65. That's a lot of Watt Hours (8060) for under $4000. Maybe home grown is cheaper. Only two limits from my side is the limit of the 2000W inverter and no UPS functionality. Price is just fantastic (

[@albertaviles9386]

Tienes Razón, E2000ELP AND only one EB3000 AND only pay $2400.00 aproximado

[@wisutuber]

Thank you for the review. How would you compare this unit to the Anker 767?

[@minutemanprep]

Personally, I like it more than the Anker.

[@skullanones]

I think that more people would watch all and more videos of content creators that don't allow youtube to plaster their bs ads all over their videos.

[@douglask9147]

IT is No TITAN!!!

[@zfontain1975]

You have a titian how you like it?

[@KYHill-billy]

what is your top (2) middle cap 2000w,ish solar generator?

[@shagitup]

Great review, I just pulled the plug on this unit. I was not too crazy about the external PowerBrick but for $900 bucks I can deal with it. Thanks!

[@ericadar]

if you're going to review batteries, learn how to pronounce battery chemistries.

[@ashamanprotect3026]

Their website says to contact pecron support email for the return shipping address BUT THEN THEY DONT RESPOND TO GIVE IT TO YOU!

[@acefire4050]

If I tested I want test at 75% capacity like some person does I was tested at one hundred percent to 0 just on the inverter itself and then I do it again with inverter and the battery to see what they'll put us if it's better or just the same or is it good knowing that I last longer but to see if they say it is what it is.

[@woodknack1]

I think PF is Power FActor. So that also shows you the power factor usage. Just a guess.

[@kernelpaniq]

The Bluetti AC200P battery is expandable , Bluetti sells the B230 which doubles its capacity. Love your videos, thank you

[@grindychum]

Not really. Those expandable batterys work best with the AC200max. The AC200P with a B230/300 is just a battery charging a battery. You are wasting a charge cycle, unlike the MAX can directly draw power from the external battery to the inverter.

[@minutemanprep]

Actually it's the AC200MAX that has the expansion batteries, the AC200P isn't designed to be expanded on. I appreicate you watching my videos!

[@kernelpaniq]

@@minutemanprep Dang, Amazon shows the B230 is compatible with the AC200P. I wouldn't have purchased that battery if I would have known that. Thank you for telling me, I was saving up for it. Dang it. Now what do I do.... meh

[@suklee1400]

@@kernelpaniq It is compatible, but you have to charge the B230/B300 to use it with the ac200(P) from a source other than the ac200(P). Like slow solar, power adapter from house power. And, you need to buy a special cable in order for it to work with the ac200(P). A MAX plus b230/b300 is a much better system = bi-directional flow of electrons.

[@imnguyen6658]

Great review. Many thanks

[@ol-lurker]

Can it run 500 watt oxygen concentrator and charge an inogen oxygen concentrator on solar?

[@minutemanprep]

Yes. A 500w oxygen concentrator will consume 500wh/hr off of the 1920wh battery. So it will give roughly 4 hours of non-stop run time with just the battery, no solar. So you'd get 4hrs at night. To get through 14 hours of no sun (night) you'd need 500wh x 14hrs = 7,000wh of battery just to get through the night. Then to recharge that in a single day while still running the oxygen concentrator you would need a minimum of 1700w of solar. So the E2000LFP won't work if you need to run it 24/7. You'll need to jump up to a Delta Pro 2400 + 1 Extra battery (poweredportablesolar.com/product/delta-pro-kits/) or the Titan+ 2000 Rigid + 2 extra batteries (poweredportablesolar.com/product/titan-kit-500w-2000w/)

[@paulmiller6353]

I need to run a 10k window ac. I want to make sure this can start it. What’s the btu of the ac you ran the test on? Thank you

[@minutemanprep]

My A/C unit is a 5,000 BTU but it should be able to run the 10,000 BTU one as well.

[@jimmyfish6952]

Can you use xt60 connector for solar? Or do you have to get an adapter?

[@minutemanprep]

XT60 will not work. You must use their adapter.

[@markkuntz571]

I live in the Philippines. We use both American appliances which are 110 and Filipino appliances which are 220. Can I use both with a standard set up?

[@minutemanprep]

Sorry no, The only unit I know of that has both 110 and 220 on it is the upcoming Zendure SuperBase V

[@markkuntz571]

@@minutemanprep Ok, thank you. I assume one can plug in a step up or step down transformer to a solar generator and use it that way.

[@darrenyoung2025]

I'm sure all this technical information is great but all I want to know is how long how many days will it run a typical house old 😊

[@minutemanprep]

Less than one day. It's actually impossible to say how long it'll last. A "typical" household varies from state to state or even county to county quite a bit. My household uses about 20kwh per day. Many of my customers use 50kwh a day. And many others even over 100kwh per day. We literally have to make a list of everthing you want to run and then from there find out what system will work. That's what we do at PoweredPortableSolar.com/

[@eddietee6305]

It's not gonna run your typical household. It's only 2000Wh. It will run a TV with a cable box all drawing 120w + your lights drawing, say 80w which gives you 200w total. This Pecron will last for 10 hrs. (2000wh/200wh)

[@scarygary3569]

"Pecker-on" lol... Ok ok I kno...sorry. Anyways seems like a winner. Thx for another cool review that doesn't make me want it more than my Titan lol.

[@Bob_Adkins]

You've been watching HoboTech, haven't you? :)

[@scarygary3569]

@@Bob_Adkins honestly no but I do catch him here&there.Guessing he found the name a bit odd as well 😆

[@Bob_Adkins]

@@scarygary3569 And me too!

[@daydazed69]

Titan is the best

[@zfontain1975]

You have a titian how you like it?