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Power Pack Upgrade? (15 posts / 2,105 views)
jhhilton1983 jhhilton1983
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Post #1 19 May 2020 09:37
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Hi,

I have had a Anker Astro E7 26800mAh for the last few years. Still going strong and works well for me but have been wondering if anything else is about which holds more power in the same price range - I think I paid £40-50

I now the ridge monkey one bigger capacity but talking £200 for one of them. Ideally would like without the carp tax.
SamBarley
Posts: 2,210
Post #2 19 May 2020 22:42
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In reply to Post #1
I appreciate that this isn't what you've asked but why not just buy another Anker or similar?
I always like to have 2 power banks in case one breaks. Putting your eggs in one basket can be a PITA when things go wrong!
armalitemk1 armalitemk1
Posts: 668
Post #3 20 May 2020 17:53
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In reply to Post #1
I'm also in the market for a power pack not for charging it's for using with a 7in TV I've been using a golf trolley battery but it's starting to deteriorate recently if anyone could recommend one please
Boycie Boycie
Posts: 6,421
Post #4 20 May 2020 18:51
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In reply to Post #3
There's a fox one for sale in the classifieds
BlankasorusRex BlankasorusRex
Posts: 5,282
Post #5 20 May 2020 19:33
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I've got the ridge monkey medium sized one on order at the min. Due with me soon. Once I've used it, possibly over the weekend if it arrives on time I will post up a quick review.
p90dly p90dly
Posts: 50
Post #6 20 May 2020 22:41
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In reply to Post #5
Be interesting to see what you make of it...........

how much did you give for it and charging capacity?
BlankasorusRex BlankasorusRex
Posts: 5,282
Post #7 20 May 2020 23:01
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In reply to Post #6
Ive got the Vault C-Smart 42150mAh on order. I dont go on sessions long enough to need the bigger one. I intend to use if for work as well as fishing so it will definitely get a decent work out from me. In my last van i ran power to the rear and fitted several charging points, which i used for a gas analyser, work lights, head torch, phone and a laptop. Rather than going to all that hassle again I figured i might as well just charge a monkey vault up at home over night as it has all the ports that I need. I dont run all that stuff flat everyday so i think it should be ok. Plus it can replace my ageing power pack for fishing.

I will let you know my first impressions when i get it and how it performs over a longer test. I'm already thinking that i might add the solar panel as well. As if i am going to do a long session it wouldn't be in winter anymore, so in summer thats when id get the best performance from the panel.
fzrip
Posts: 205
Post #8 20 May 2020 23:12
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In reply to Post #1
Deben tracer. Totally proven, the best you can get.
BlankasorusRex BlankasorusRex
Posts: 5,282
Post #9 20 May 2020 23:24
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I got confused with these. I couldn't work out what usb and other sockets they have
fzrip
Posts: 205
Post #10 21 May 2020 08:33
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In reply to Post #9
I just use their plug in car type connector supplied with the power pack. So it's just like charging everything as if you were in your car...
daviduk daviduk
Posts: 1,212
Post #11 21 May 2020 08:40
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In reply to Post #10
Certainly pricey at nearly 2 grand ,
what do you have .
BlankasorusRex BlankasorusRex
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Post #12 21 May 2020 08:49
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2 grand? They are £89
BlankasorusRex BlankasorusRex
Posts: 5,282
Post #13 21 May 2020 08:52
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In reply to Post #10
Do they support fast charge usb-c for phones that use the power delivery? If you buy an adapter? If they do then they look great value.
r0bertb00th r0bertb00th
Posts: 2,397
Post #14 21 May 2020 11:14
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In reply to Post #13
Ive got the Ridge monkey big boy 77850 Vault C-Smart I had the older RM vault before this but upgraded as the c smart feature is a big addition.

I tend to work on the bank and run a MacBook Air and Im able to work all day with no problem, Im also a bit of a gadget freak and run an iPad with a speaker if I'm watching the footy as an example and I can also charge my phone multiple times if needed.

I tend to do 48 hr sessions and its never run out despite loads of use and so for me it does everything I want.

for me if you are doing sessions and use lints of tech then its a brilliant piece of kit and I use it for so much more than just fishing

VAULT C-SMART 77850MAH
APPROXIMATE EXPECTED CHARGE TIMES:
45W or higher Power Delivery Adaptor and Power Delivery compatible cable: 7-8 hours
C-Smart 77850mAh, 5V 2A USB power supply: 28-30 hours
C-Smart 77850mAh, 5V 1A USB power supply: 54-56 hours
fzrip
Posts: 205
Post #15 21 May 2020 11:57
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In reply to Post #13
No idea, contact them through their website, very helpful people.
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