Jackery Explorer 1000: Runtime & Specs

The Jackery Explorer 1000 is a 1,002 Wh NMC lithium-ion power station with 1,000 W of continuous AC output and a 2,000 W surge rating. It runs a typical full-size fridge for about 15 hours. It has been replaced or discontinued, but many are still in use.

Capacity1,002 WhNMC lithium-ion

Output1,000 W2,000 W surge

Solar input126 W12–30 V

Weight22 lbnot expandable

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How long will the Explorer 1000 run your appliances?

Nonstop runtime for one device at a time, using typical US wattages and 85% inverter efficiency. Devices marked ✕ can't run on this model.

Estimated runtime by appliance for the Jackery Explorer 1000
Device	Avg draw	Runtime
LED light bulb	9 W	3.9 days
Phone charging	10 W	3.8 days
Wi-Fi router + modem	15 W	2.4 days
Laptop	50 W	17 hours
CPAP + humidifier	30 W	28 hours
CPAP with heated humidifier + humidifier	60 W	14 hours
Starlink Standard	90 W	9.5 hours
TV	100 W	8.5 hours
Mini fridge	29 W	29 hours
Refrigerator	58 W	15 hours
Chest freezer	29 W	29 hours
Sump pump (1/3 HP)	160 W	5.3 hours
Sump pump (1/2 HP)	210 W	Too much power
Window AC	225 W	3.8 hours
Drip coffee maker	1,000 W	51 min
Microwave	1,500 W	Too much power
Space heater	750 W	Too much power
Well pump	33 W	Needs 240 V

Fridges, freezers, pumps and AC units cycle on and off, so we use their average draw. Want a mix of devices on a schedule? Use the runtime calculator.

What the Explorer 1000 can't power

Microwave (1,000 W cooking power): needs 1,500 W running
Electric kettle (1.7 L): needs 1,500 W running
Induction burner (single, portable): needs 1,500 W running
Space heater (portable, 1,500 W): needs 1,500 W running
Sump pump (1/2 HP): needs 1,050 W running
Well pump (1/2 HP submersible): needs 240 V
Circular saw (7-1/4 in.): needs 1,400 W running
EV Level 1 charging (120 V, 12 A): needs 1,440 W running

Solar charging time

Hours of good sun to charge from empty, assuming panels deliver 75% of their rating.

Panels	Power in	Hours of sun
100 W of panels	75 W	13 hours
126 W of panels	95 W	11 hours

Check panel voltage and wiring with the solar charging calculator.

Full specifications

Battery capacity	1,002 Wh
Battery chemistry	Lithium-ion (NMC)
Continuous AC output	1,000 W
Surge (peak) output	2,000 W
Boost mode	None listed
AC voltage	120V
AC outlets	3
USB-C ports	2 (up to 18 W)
USB-A ports	2
12 V car outlet	Yes
Max solar input	126 W
Solar voltage range	12–30 V
Solar max current	8.3 A
Max AC charging power	180 W
AC charging time (maker claim)	~7 hr (AC adapter)
Expandable	No
UPS / EPS switchover	Not listed
Cycle life	500 cycles (to 70%)
Weight	22 lb
Warranty	3 years

Notes: NMC; AC rated 110V. FAQ lists 500 cycles (no %); page says 80% left after 800. 126W max input per jackery.com; FAQ: 180W adapter, ~7.5 hr, 10.6 kg. Warranty 2+1 (if registered).

Specs from Jackery's published documents, as of September 2026. Found an error? Tell us.

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Questions

How long will the Jackery Explorer 1000 run a refrigerator?

About 15 hours for a typical ENERGY STAR full-size fridge averaging 58 W, assuming 85% inverter efficiency. Older or larger fridges use more. Try your own numbers.

Can the Jackery Explorer 1000 run a microwave?

Not a full-size one. A typical 1,000 W microwave pulls about 1,500 W from the outlet, more than its 1,000 W continuous output.

How long does the Jackery Explorer 1000 take to charge?

Jackery's published charging claim: “~7 hr (AC adapter)”. Max AC charging power is 180 W. With solar, it accepts up to 126 W. With 126 W of panels that's roughly 11 hours of good sun from empty.

Is the Jackery Explorer 1000 expandable?

No. Its capacity is fixed at 1,002 Wh.