Replacing a generator for apartment dwellers: what is EcoFlow and how much does it cost?

The sharp emergency blackouts across Ukraine associated with Russia’s shelling were a reminder that, despite the planned restrictions not being imposed for several days, you can be left without electricity at any time existence Therefore, the question of buying charging stations is still relevant. In particular, devices from the manufacturer EcoFlow are in great demand in Ukraine, especially for those who live in apartment buildings and cannot provide a generator.

What is EcoFlow, how to use it and how much it costs – read the material OBOZ.UA.

EcoFlow is a charging station that is unique because of its small size. It is smaller than, for example, a generator, and it is easier to move from room to room and from building to building.

In addition to the generator, EcoFlow is often compared to power banks. However, the power of the EcoFlow is greater and so is its size. Thanks to the 220 V output, they can work for several hours in a row and even days (depending on the power of your model).

In addition, EcoFlow is safer, more environmentally friendly and economical. If generators are harmful to the environment and cannot be installed indoors, then with EcoFlow there is no such prohibition. In addition, the device does not produce as much noise as a generator.

To find out which station you need, you can use the information distributed on social networks. calculator for charging stations. To do this you need to:

• select devices that are intended to be powered from the charging station;
• in the attached menu, select the required power and operating time;
• Get recommendations for charging stations that meet your specific needs.

The calculator itself is located at connection. At the same time, the author emphasized: the tool is only for approximate calculations.

“I am not responsible for possible errors in results or data.

For example, you plan to charge several devices from your station. Select them on the corresponding panel of the calculator, and also indicate the number (in this case – 1) and the expected operating time from the station. These are, in particular:

• Wi-Fi router with 12 W power, 5 hours;
• LED lamp at 10 W, 3 hours;
• TV 75 W, 2 hours;
• 100 W refrigerator, 24 hours.

Based on this, the calculator provides the necessary parameters for your station:

• minimum station capacity – 2640 Wh;
• minimum starting power – 397 W;
• minimum operating power – 197 W.

The program also provides a list of suitable charging stations – without indicating the places where you can buy them. It is worth remembering: the list does not include all the stations that are already on the market – just a few as an example. In a special case, the calculator advises to buy, in particular, EcoFlow DELTA Pro.

The cost of EcoFlow charging stations varies according to their power. Especially, in authorized store such devices cost from 12,999 to 119,999 UAH.

When shopping, pay particular attention to the availability of goods in stock. If it’s not there, you have to wait. Or buy another model with similar parameters.

As OBOZ.UA reported, at the same time, according to energy expert Andrey Zakrevsky, Ukraine will get through the coming winter without long blackouts. According to him, in general there may be no light for 6-8 hours a day. Nevertheless, it is worth preparing for the cold – in particular, to maintain keepers, as well as to provide heat, which is especially important for residents of high-rise buildings.

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