Customer Reviews

Black & Decker Electromate POWER 500 Emergency Power Source With 6 AC Outlets And 2 USB Ports BPS500B

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Carries a big load during power outages. Lasts 3-5 hours depending on the demands placed on it. I used to be able to keep heat on during power outages since I have gas heat. I replaced the old units that had pilot lights with much more efficient units that have electronic ignition which doesn't work without electricity. This unit keeps the furnace going long enough to cover most outages but doesn't replace a generator for lengthy ones.

BUYERS BEWARE!!!! I have only had this machine for 4 months and the fuse has already burned out. I called Black and Decker to inquire about getting new fuses and was told this model has been discontinued and they do not sell any parts or do any service on this machine. You might want to think twice before purchasing this machine. My advice is find something that is not discontinued from the manufacturer.

This UPS is actually a great unit if you are not concern the noise level that the unit will put out. I purchased 2 of them and they were supposed to provide power backup for a TV and a computer in the same room. It just did not work. The fans in the UPS's make too much noise. I returned them the same day. If you are not concerned with the db level or you are using them in a server room environment they will work.

I do airbrush tattoos for parties, fairs etc. I need electricy at fairs to run my airbrush compressor. I thought this would be a good way of haveing power without the noise and fumes of a generator. But, the Eletromate holds 500 watts of power which would only run my little compressor for about an hour and a half. Most fairs I do last 5 or 6 hours, so, even though the B&D Electromate 500 is a nice looking very cool item, it just didn't do the job for me.