Outdoor Power bank
To begin, I would like to focus on an essential item that every surveillance operative should have in their vehicle or surveillance platform: a reliable power source capable of supplying sufficient power to multiple devices such as phones, tablets, cameras, fans, and drone batteries. In my years of experience, I have accumulated approximately £1000 worth of power banks, some of which have proven indispensable, while others remain unused.
Previously, I relied solely on high-capacity batteries specific to my cameras, swapping them out when they reached low levels. However, a critical incident during a surveillance operation in Coventry, where I was stationed for multiple days without the opportunity to recharge, led to a battery failure at a crucial moment. Determined not to be caught off guard again, I explored higher-capacity battery power banks as an alternative to leisure batteries. Eventually, I settled on a pair of Ridgemonkey power banks, which provided reliable power for a few days. However, the demands of constantly charging cameras, phones, iPads, fans, Wi-Fi dongles, and radios took its toll, prompting me to search for a more robust solution.
A colleague introduced me to the Outdoor Power Bank, a product specifically designed for outdoor use. The specifications are as follows.
Product Description
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Model No
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GP50
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Battery type
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LiFePo4 battery
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Capacity
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96000mah @ 3.2V
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| Inputs: | |
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DC Input
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DC12-24V/4A
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Type-C input
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USB-C:(60W) 5/3A 9V/3A 12V/3A 15V/3A 20V/3A
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Outputs:
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| Cigarette lighter output | Dual socket: 12V/15A – 180W max |
| DC output | 12V/5A 16.5V/4A 17.3V/4A 20V/3.5A 24V/3.5A |
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Type-C output
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DC5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A, 20V/3A
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| Wireless | 10W(MAX) – fast charging
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USB 1 output – QC3
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18W 5V/3A 9V/2A 12V/1.5A
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USB 2 output – QC3
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18W 5V/3A 9V/2A 12V/1.5A
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Material
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ABS+Rubber
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Dimensions
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72*157*209mm
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N.W
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3000g
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High capacity, Fast charging .- ideal for carp fishing, outdoor, camping, holiday
* Capacity 96000mah;
* DC and Type-C input, it can be powered by solar panels when outdoor;
* 12V voltage cigarette lighter socket output can supply power to:
* Type-C (PD 60W) support phones, tablets, laptop charging, etc;
* Dual USB with QC3.0 quick charge;
* LED screen battery status indicator;
* Outdoor ambient light;
Moving on to the review itself, the power bank boasts dimensions of 72*157*209mm, making it compact and easily transportable using the supplied carry strap. Weighing 3Kg, it strikes a balance between solidity and manageability, staying secure in your vehicle without sliding around. Equipped with two 12V cigarette lighter output sockets and various adapters for charging laptops, as well as wireless charging capabilities for phones, this power bank offers versatility.
After using the Outdoor Power Bank for several weeks to power my phone, tablet, cameras, fans, drone batteries, covert lawmate cameras, and laptop in my vehicle, I must say I am highly impressed. Even with continuous use for at least 8 hours a day, including camcorders and a fan during hot spells, I still had 50% of power remaining after four days. With its 96000mAh capacity, it outperforms the Ridgemonkey 77850mAh power bank by a significant margin. Wireless charging is a breeze, providing a reliable connection without the need to find the exact spot for optimal charging, as experienced with other models.
The unit has an LED display so you can check what voltage you are running at. View power consumption (4 bars shown with each bar representing 25%)
I can confidently endorse this product for its remarkable durability. I had an incident where I accidentally dropped it onto a concrete floor with a significant impact, and to my surprise, there was not a single scratch on it. This item sells for £210. The seller is a well known and respected person within the industry of private investigation and surveillance and like myself will only endorse reliable kit. To get a more detailed review, please watch the YouTube video provided below.
