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I use this kit to charge deep cycle marine batteries that power an inverter. The inverter, in turn, is what powers room additions to my home and backup power outlets. I use it in conjunction with a grid tie inverter system that lowers my electricity usage. The two systems combined mean that I don't have to worry about A: power outages and B: high utility costs. But there are many other ways this system could be used.

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Cheap SOLAR BA1 Digital Voltmeter

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This product is very similar to one I owned many years ago. I gave the old one to my daughter to use with her RV. I've missed having one and was pleased when Amazon had one available that was similar in design. I've just used it a limited number of times, but it appears to work just as well as my old one, and offered at a very reasonable price.

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No instructions of any kind. Not even a small piece of paper. Don't know if it works or not. Do you turn it on? How do you use it??

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This is a must have for anyone who owns a car.

This is a simple tool.

Easy to use for anyone.

Quick... It is fast and simple.

Check out your entire charging system.

All 12 volt batteries have 12.6 Volts

If you have any less than 12.6 volts your battery needs charging.

Check that battery charger you use to charge it too!

In two seconds you will see how much your charger, or Charging system is charging the battery.

A good Charging system should be putting out 13.8 to 14.2 volts.

Your battery charger will put out more on high, so don't let the battery get too warm. I like charging my batteries on low.

Just a word to the wise...

The average life of any battery is 3 years.

As soon as you see the white corrosion on the battery cable, you battery is on its way out. Oh sure you can milk it along for a year or two, maybe.

But... you are ruining your alternator and battery cables and when that bad boy starts to crank slow you are ruining the starter.

How much do you think a positive battery cable costs on a new car?

Some are well over 200.00 from the dealer plus labor.

These are just my thoughts after 30 years in the automotive business...

Oh yes, keep those battery cable connections clean too. That means wire brush the post and inside the cable mount.

I love this tool.

Buy DEWALT Bare-Tool DC820B 1/2-Inch 18-Volt Cordless Impact Wrench

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If you are looking at the DC823 or DC825 or any other 18v impact, get this instead. Why? 25% more torque than DC825 (1330 in/lb) and 240 more inch pounds than DC823(1500in/lb). The DC820 has 1740 in/lb. With a couple simple adapters you can do anything you can with the other 2 impacts. Any "impact rated" 1/2" to 3/8" adapter will get you the functionality of the DC823. There are several adapters to go from 1/2" to 1/4" hex as well, I chose the "ASIN:B002KKBBR4 Milwaukee 48-03-4410 Shockwave 1/2-Inch Square by 1/4-Inch Hex Adapter" and now I can do anything the DC825 can do as well. Just one bit of caution however when using it with the 1/4 hex adapter to drive screws, it is so powerful you can overdrive/break normal strength fasteners if you aren't paying attention. I also have the option of just putting a socket on and using it for automotive applications. It pulls lugs nuts off like a champ. This thing rocks, just buy it already!

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This is a useful tool with more power than you'd expect for its small size.

It's about 1.5 times the size and weight of my 1/4" hex drive impact tool but seems to have 4x the power. This obviously isn't going to out drive an air powered impact wrench but has more than enough power to handle lug nuts.

The only time this tool failed to impress me was removing large diameter stainless steel fasteners with seriously galled threads (an antenna mount that had been on our office roof for 10+ years.) The DC820B could break the seized 3/8 bolts but didn't have the power to break the 1/2" bolts. It tried and tried but couldn't quite get the job done. I could feel a slight flexing of the tool in my grip that probably robbed torque from the job at hand. To be fair, I had removed more than 50 bolts before attempting to free the seized bolts and didn't take the time to replace the battery so this isn't conclusive, your results may be better.

The only real design complaint I have about this tool is the socket retention mechanism. Instead of the spring loaded ball or hog ring systems used on most 1/2 air impact tools this one has a spring loaded "detent pin retention system". On my tool this requires using a small screwdriver or similar tool to push in the retention pin every time you want to change a socket. It was a hassle at first but now I just leave a short impact extension on the tool and change sockets on the extension.

I mention this since when looking at the parts diagram it appears that Dewalt has different models that use the hog ring system. One of those might be a better choice if you change sockets frequently.

Like one or two other reviewers mine emits a slight burning smell that seems to have gotten less noticeable the longer I use the tool. I have some other Dewalt tools that had the same problem but none have died (so far at least)

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This tool is small and light but has plenty of power for any 1/2" socket you would be likely to use. It works best with the lithium battery but the nicad works just fine although noticeably heavier. After using this tool hard for several days I'm not sure 5 stars is enough. The work performed per pound would have been unimaginable a few years back.

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A friend of mine has one of these and I had to have one. Wow! My favorite cordless DeWalt, no doubt! First use was to remove the blades from my riding mower....Zip! No holding the blades, off and back on again, so easy! Plenty of power! So, be careful! This thing has enough torgue to snap bolts! I am extremely happy and satisfied with this purchase!

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This drill has power to spare. I used it to drive 4" lag-bolts into 6" pressure treated wood, and it drove the bolts into the wood with such ease I was shocked.

Review of Professional Cable WALL-USB USB Wall Charger for iPhone, iPod

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This plug worked fine for a month. I did notice my (5th Gen) Nano was on the warm side after charging, but thought nothing of it. One day my Nano was super hot after charging and never worked again. I figured it was a Nano issue like all the 1st gens that are being recalled. My father-in-law visited yesterday, borrowed this charger and his 4 month old 6th gen Nano died within a half hour. It was too hot to pickup, and never worked again. (Tried every troubleshooting step) tl;dtr: Learn from my mistake: Don't trust your $150 iPod to a $2 wall charger.

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The stupid chargers just simply don't work. They aren't able to charge my iPhone, which is what they're marketed to do. Worst.

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I could have bought what seems to be the exact same charger from Apple for $20. At less than $2, this baby is hard to beat and costs what I think it's really worth.

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Works well. Bought it to use with my USB powered desktop aquarium. When I shut my laptop down or take it with me I just plus the aquarium into this charger.adapter to keep it going. I recommend using one of these for any USB powered devices when you shut you computer down, but still need power to that standalone device.

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Worked fine. I previously reviewed it. Look for it if you plan to buy this to power your MP3 players.

Battery Replacement Kit for Garmin StreetPilot c330 Reviews

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After several missteps I finally got it right and my Garmin Street Pilot C330 is working perfectly. This is an excellent product, but you need to be aware of a couple of things. First of all, you need a soldering iron, otherwise forget it. The item description doesn't mention it, but you have to use a soldering iron to take out the old battery and connect the new one. Secondly, you need to watch the video (comes with the package) very closely as to the placement of a metal piece that comes dangling after you open up the Garmin. I don't know the function of this metal piece which is connected to the GPS thru several small wires. If this is not correctly placed in the bottom slot of the Garmin, it will not be able to pick up satellite signals. I learned it the hard way. I thought somehow I fried my Garmin!

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This was an awesome product if you really watch the video thats included and have the right tools its simple to do and I love the fact that my gps is back up and running again..thanks

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Had issues with installation & heat setting of new battery. Instructions seemed simple, but when unit reassembled IT DID NOT WORK. The GPS would suddenly shut off with loss of power while charging?? Then when man handling (twisting exterior casing/wires may suddenly come on then off). Took the unit apart again, wires connected, reassembled and same things happened. If it worked briefly on dash of car, if you attempted to adjust the GPS shut off and lost data requiring resetting of trip. I thought the two contacts on casing were not touching but that does not seem to be the problem. In process of purchasing a new replacement GPS that the new battery was to avoid. Wish I could just sent my GPS in to be repaired. The experience did not end as expected. Signed "Disapointed" Tom

Reviews of Mini 10W Car / Auto DC Charger designed for the Navigon 7200T

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I am no expert and I am also technologically impaired, overall it's pretty good with one exception. The voice command gets kinda garbled and doesn't recorgnize what you are saying sometimes. You have to repeat yourself a couple of times. Especially when it comes to saying the number of your destination. Other than that it's good to go...

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Reviews of Cobra CJIC 250 300 Amp Portable Jump-Start/Air Compressor with A/C

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Purchased this unit for our security program and have not been impressed. We only get one jumpstart out of it before it must be charged for 23 hours. If you need a jumpstarter, try a different unit.

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Got this for a Christmas present and am extremely disappointed. Two days ago I charged the battery and it indicated fully charged. Today the battery is almost dead without it being used and storing it in a warm (approx 55 degree) location. Buy something else.

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This is by far the best car jumper I've ever used. We got it for our emergency preparedness and so that we wouldn't have to rely on other people to help us if we needed a jump. Worked great the first few times we used it but within the first year that we got it, it stopped holding a charge and is now completely worthless. I wish Cobra would do a recall on this product and refund us or give us unit that can actually hold a charge.

-Chad

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I thought I would love this combo. I have a friend who has one. I probably would still like it if the air compressor end wouldn't have broken the first time I tried to use it. So now that part will never work. It is not a replacement part and Amazon.com will not let me return the Item for exchange or refund. If I had known this prior to ordering it I would have bought it elsewhere. I will never order something like this from Amazon.com again.

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This unit may be a good jumpstarter, I did not use any of the functions other than the 12 volt power outlet because, upon finding that this until will only supply 8 amps continuous 12 volt power, I could not run the 12 volt cooler that I wanted this unit to power. This unit may be OK if you just need a little jumpstarter and any 12 volt appliances you want to run are less than 8 amps.

Discount DC Car power adapter for Leapster Explorer, Leapster, Lmax, Didj

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The DC car adapter for the Leapster was used, but in perfect working order. It made for a nice trip home during Christmas break when the batteries ran out from playing it so much! Thanks for the quick delivery, too!

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Although the description does not state the adapter fits the LeapPad, I read a reviewer question whether it might. The answer to the question from another reviewer was yes, it did indeed fit the LeapPad. I am not sure if there is a totally different size adapter opening on the LeapPad 2 versus the original LeapPad, but this adapter most definitely does not fit in the LeapPad 2, it is too big. Obviously reading a review and basing my decision to purchase isn't the sellers fault, but I still rated it with 1 star simply because the product does not work for us. So I will be returning the adapter and buying a most likely more expensive adapter that definitely fits the LeapPad 2. I wanted to write this review so that someone else won't read the previous review stating this adapter will work for the LeapPad and be in my same situation. At least this was ordered well in advance of our road trip, so that there is plenty of time to purchase the right adapter!

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Great for vacation and long trips in the car. Better then a DVD player and more educational too!

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Ordered this last month to stop burning through batteries on my daughter's LeapPad. Unfortunately it doesn't work. A red light comes on when you plug it in, but it doesn't actually power the LeapPad. Very disappointing.

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I got this DC Car Adapter for my grandson, great except here in California kids have to have a car seat under a certain weight and the adapter cord is not long enough to use in the back seat unless you have an adapter in the rear.

Reviews of Premium Heavy Duty Car Charger (with 8 ft thick cord) for Garmin

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I had ordered a car charger from another seller that was supposed to be for my Garmin GPS some time ago and had it in the car along with the unit. Imagine my surprise when I tried to plug it in and discovered it didn't fit. Wasn't in the least happy but figured it would cost me more to send it back than it cost. Went on Amazon again looking for the right charger. From the picture, I felt fairly sure this one would work. I plugged it into my Garmin as soon as it arrived and it works. I am very pleased and like that the cord will stretch out so far. I also like the fact that it will fully charge the GPS unit and then stop charging thus ensuring the battery on the GPS the longest possible life. Definitely recommend this charger.

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Buy Rapid Retractable Car Charger (CLA) for HTC Droid Incredible

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The product worked for ~2 years, so I did get my bang for the buck! After that, my HTC Droid Incredible started rejecting the charger, giving me a message that it was the wrong charger, and that continuing to use it will damage the phone! Also, I agree with some of the reviewers that the cord is very thin, so it has to be carefully handled.

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This charger is exactly what I needed and works great! I love the retractable cord too. Very handy when I want to stash it in the glove box.

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This is great. I love how the cord retracts, but it doesn't seem to "rapid" charge. Great device for the money.

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I've had this product for about two weeks and I've used it about 5-6 times. I love it so far! I like that it's retractable for easy clean-up after charging...and because of that you can adjust how much cord is hanging around in your car. Very convenient when driving!

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OK, I paid next to nothing for this charger because I am a cheap S.O.B. (and I don't charge in the car very often) but I got exactly what I paid for. This thing will NOT charge your HTC Incredible phone. Even with the phone completely turned off it can't manage to muster enough power to give your battery any added life. And, if you already own the Incredible you know that this phone is a POWER HOG! Keep looking...

Power Bright VC500W Voltage Transformer 500 Watt Step Up/Down Reviews

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DOES NOT OVERHEAT, RUNS MY WIFE'S SINGER SWING MACHINE SHE BROUGHT FROM HONG KONG YEARS AGO..... SHE HAS MADE NUMEROUS HEAVY SOFA CUSHIONS AND ALTERED SEVERAL PANTS AND JACKETS ...

SEEMS FINE AFTER ABOUT 20 HOURS USING IT OVER TWO MONTHS...

Just remember, as with any "residential quality" transformer, buy 40-70% more output than your normal wattage load, and the transformer life expectancy will increase by double... (I'm retired electrician).

UPDATE 9-6-2012 : Yes, the instructions are next to useless, but now two friends of mine also have these, with no problems either. Transformers are darn near bullet proof or defective one or the other. But if you hook them up incorrectly, they will burn out quite quickly, depending on what you did wrong, and what load was on the transformer.

I just wonder if users are asking qualified people how to hook up, or just winging it.... BTW, I had pretty good luck with their customer service in North Carolina. You might call them if you are unsure of your installation ability.

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First, be aware that when this transformer steps up the voltage, it simply doubles it and that is all it does. Since in the USA voltage is 120 Volts (it has not been 110 volts for a very long time) it outputs 240 volts not 220. It does not change the Hz so the output is 240V 60Hz. You should check whatever you are plugging into the "220V" outlet to make sure that it can operate at 240V 60Hz. The second problem is that the "Universal" outlet does not ground the widely used "Schuko" plug, so saying it is "Universal" is highly misleading. Also, be sure to get a much larger wattage than the nominal wattage of whatever you are plugging into it. I tried a 500 watt version with my 165 watt gelato machine but it kept blowing the fuse when the compressor cycled on. Which brings me to the third weakness which is the fuse sure they give you two spare ones, but a circuit breaker would be much better.

That said, this unit is inexpensive compared to what you would have to pay for one with a circuit breaker and a Schuko plug in addition to the "Universal" plug. So it might serve your purposes, just make sure whatever you are going to plug into it will work on 240V 60hz, doesn't use a Schuko plug and doesn't have wattage spikes that are many times their nominal wattage.

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I recently moved from Singapore (220v) to the US (110v) and wanted to keep using my stereo. I therefore bought this transformer. It is pretty heavy, but working fine as long as you watch limit your appliances do not exceed the max of 500 Watts. Please read manual before using it. There is a little plug at the back that you need to set whether you want 120-220 conversion or 220-110 conversion. For some appliances, like my Imac and Samsung TV there is no need to use a transformer because they run both on 100 and 220 volts. All you need then is a new power cord. Also for all 12v, 6v powered smaller devices and chargers you could also just buy a new power plug. These plugs cost you a few bucks and are cheaper than a convertor. However for my Pioneer stereo I needed a transformer and this product does the work perfectly. I could recommend this to anyone.

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I purchased this item to run 110v US computer, amplifier and lcd projectors in London, England for a show there. It worked perfectly, running for 12 hours each day. Also used it to charge phones and computers overnight, worked great.

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A step up transformer is a conceptually simple item and I've never owned another model so I can't make a comparison. However, I can say that I was very happy with the fact that the product came with extra fuses. The case is metal, not plastic. I like that the input voltage is set with a jumper.. no accidentally hitting a switch. As you can see from the picture, 220V output can handle most plug configurations.

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This item was deleivered before the estimated date which was great this is exactly what I needed works great, this is a great car charger it also will stop charging once the phone is completely charged to avoid over charging my phone

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Review of Instapark 30-watt Solar-powered Battery Charger for Instapark

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I purchased this panel to charge my Duracell DRPP600 Powerpack battery. I use the battery to power my CPAP unit for camping. I needed a battery unit for a week long summer camp session where electric outlets were not available. I set up the panel each morning to top off the battery. The battery charged up each day with direct sunlight. I never ran out. Fantastic unit, super pleased with this purchase.

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I only use the solar charger when I'm camping paired with my Duracell Powerpack to power my bi-pap machine at night so I can sleep. The battery lasts me 2 or 3 nights without a re-charge so I figured with a solar panel I could go forever. Not so...even in full sun the 1/2 to 1/3 drain I had on my battery in one night was too much for the panel to recharge in one day. I tested it later at home and it took SEVERAL days.

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This panel will charge my Duracell Powerpack 600 all the way to 100% in about 3 days of sun. Exceeds my expectation wish I knew about this sooner.

Panel will even charge through the garage window!

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i think i got what i paid for. i wish it was a little quicker to charge my battery unit.

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I have a number of solar panels from both Goal Zero and from Harbor Freight. I use them for emergency power loss back up, as we live in a storm prone area on the coast. Since none of the others has the right size connector, nor the electrical "oomph" to charge my Duracell 600 and Wagen Power Dome units, I was excited when I saw this device claimed to be made for that very thing. I ordered it, but didn't expect all that much, since the solar experience for me has been "so, so" thus far. Long charge times, and batteries that fail quickly.

This, I must admit, is the first thing I have tried and used that has turned that feeling around. I set it up, indoors by a window that usually gets morning sun. Sadly (so I thought), it was a very stormy, cloudy, day. I plugged the Wagen Power Dome in anyway, figuring maybe later today the sky would clear. Instead, in the dark window, the "Charge" light turned on!? I was amazed. In three hours, in this gloom, the Power Dome went from about a half charge to peaked out full! I plugged in my Duracell unit and the charge light came on there too. I was most amazed and impressed. It is charging, now, and has gone from almost zero charge, to over half in about five hours. Again, that is in a dark window! I am already planning to order a few more of these. Nothing I have ever owned or used came close.

I only wish Instapak would offer some kind of storage case, or make this unit a "briefcase" type unit, since it is just a simple panel, with no built in legs or support and more important, no way to protect it, when not in use, other then the Styrofoam/cardboard box it came in. In short, this is a superb solar charging device, and could be made even better with some kind of method of storage/set up, built in.

I highly recommend this, if you are needing to charge some 12 volt devices.

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I ordered this charger on 7/29 and received it on 8/1. Quick delivery and product is well made and has great flexibility. Can be used to charge other devices with interchangable tips purchsed from Geomadic.com.

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